Daniel Wright

Close to 150 students from Daniel Wright exhibited artwork at the 44th Annual Stevenson High School Consortium Art Fest. It is an amazing show that celebrates the exceptional artwork of so many students.

• Orchestra Concert: 6-7 grades, 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 7.
  

• Outdoor Ed: Sixth-grade outdoor ed trip Wednesday, May 8.

• Band Concert: 6-8 grades, 7:00 p.m. Thursday, May 9.

• Chorus Concert: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 14.

• Eighth-Grade Dance: 7:00 p.m. Friday, May 17.

• D103 5K Run: Register now for the PTO sponsored event on Saturday, May 18.
  

Last weekend, the Daniel Wright Science Bowl team represented Illinois from the National Lab Division, Argonne Regional in the National Science Bowl. Out of thousands of students competing nationwide, Daniel Wright won the opportunity to compete with 48 teams in our Nation's Capital. During the competition, the team visited the National Mall, met Department of Energy scientists, engineers, government representatives, and students from around the country. They competed in a cyber challenge that challenged the computer coding skills and had several other fun science based competitions. The students represented Daniel Wright showing all our Wright Way skills of being respectful, responsible, and positivity. The students that represented DW were Ananya Iyer, Sanjay Senthilnathan, Abhinav Sathamraju Venkata, and Royce Zhang. They were coached by Anthony Hafner and Maggie Patel.

Four DW students, Emmi Nowakowski, Jainna Krier, Finn Moles, and Hannah Baker, were honored recently with the wreath laying at the tomb of the unknown soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia when they visited Washington, D.C., as part of their eighth-grade field trip. They were chosen based on an essay they wrote about the experience.

The state series Scholastic Bowl team ended their season this week at sectionals with fierce competition. After a five question tie breaker round, our Warriors fell into second place. It was a great season for the team!

The team is coached by Jan Lamberti and Allyson Ward. Members of the team are Neil Malpani, Arjun Rajkumar, Rishi Vasireddy, Shawn Ye, Eric Xiong, Brendan Kim, Shankar Harikrishnan, Chandresh Gopal, and Nicholas Tsirline.

Daniel Wright continues to experience a Strep Throat Cluster. If the nurse calls you to inform you that your student has strep symptoms, please take it seriously and test for strep. Daniel Wright's cases are still rising. The school has been diligent about cleaning and capping drinking fountains. Please help us keep Daniel Wright healthy.

The eighth-grade dance takes place Friday, May 17, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Daniel Wright. Students should register for the dance through the PTO website, DWpalooza.

The PTO is excited to invite all eighth-grade students to a pool party on Thursday, May 30, from 11 a.m. to to 2 p.m. at the Lincolnshire Swim Club, 2 Yorkshire Drive, Lincolnshire. The admission cost is $15 online per student but increases to $20 at the door. The event includes unlimited swimming, a DJ, pizza, drinks, and Kona Ice. RSVP is required and attendees must agree to the liability waiver. Participants are advised to wear swimsuits, bring towels, and prepare for an outdoor event. In case of rain, a new date will be announced.

• Purchase your tickets now: https://bit.ly/3WctAGb

The PTO would like to recognize District 103 volunteers who have dedicated his or her time and talents to our schools!

The "Scott S. Guziec Volunteer of the Year Award" recognizes an outstanding volunteer who has truly gone above and beyond this school year. Anyone may nominate a deserving person for this award. All nominees and nominators remain confidential; however, nominations cannot be made anonymously.

The "Dawn Anderson Volunteer Angel Award" is awarded to an exceptional individual who has made a huge impact through volunteering within the schools over many years and whose youngest child is an eighth-grader graduating from the district.

To learn more about these two prestigious awards and nominate someone, please visit https://www.d103pto.org/volunteer-awards.html

NOMINATIONS ARE DUE BY MAY 3, 2024. The award recipient will be announced in May.

We will be celebrating our annual teacher and staff appreciation the week of May 6. This year the theme is "THANKS FOR HELPING US GROW!" For an itinerary of the weeks events along with a suggestion of ways you can contribute to the fun of showering our teachers and staff with the appreciation they deserve, please visit d103pto.org!

TAW Donation Links

• General Monetary Donations (all schools): https://bit.ly/3JwPIDR
• Daniel Wright Item Donations: https://bit.ly/4aOP94i

The District 103 Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) and Executive Board are calling upon passionate and dedicated individuals to step forward and assume leadership roles for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. This pivotal opportunity not only enriches your engagement with the community but also directly impacts the educational landscape for our children. As we navigate the evolving challenges in education, your leadership can chart a course that fosters innovation, inclusivity, and excellence.

By joining the PTO or Executive Board, you become a catalyst for positive change, influencing policies, programs, and initiatives that shape the academic journey of students across our district. Whether you bring expertise in fundraising, communication, event planning, or advocacy, your unique skills and perspectives are invaluable in creating a vibrant and supportive learning environment. Seize this chance to make a lasting difference and be part of a dynamic team driving educational success in D103!

Join us at the Lincolnshire Swim Club in starting off the summer season with fellow D103 parents at a happy hour hosted by Parent Education from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, May 4! Let’s celebrate Cinco de Mayo and Star Wars Day! Snacks and drink tickets for the bar will be provided. May the (Parenting) Fourth be with you! Please register for the event so we can expect you!

Over 475 individuals have registered for the Run for D103 5K Run/Walk. Cost is $35 per runner. Group rates and family sponsorships are also available. Learn more and register at runford103.org for the Saturday, May 18, event!

Volunteers are desperately needed for this event. Most volunteer positions also allow for participating in the event. Sign up to volunteer https://bit.ly/D103SignUp. Volunteers specify your position:

• If you are interested in a leadership position
• Please reach out to Marybeth Lockwood - president@d103pto.org
• This Position Allows volunteer to Run
• -pre-race setup
• -place mile markers
• -parking assistants
• This Position is for Non-Running Volunteers
  
• -course support
• -kids activity table helper

Stevenson High School's Polish Club is inviting all for a night of fun on Friday, May 3! At this event, everyone of all backgrounds is welcome to come and dance to authentic Disco Polo music, delight in varieties of Polish foods and desserts, and enjoy fun activities like face painting, Polish trivia, musical chairs, and more! Students can follow @shspolishclub on Instagram or through our multilingual document for more information.

Mélange and Repertory Dance Companies General Auditions are coming soon and we hope you will audition to join us!

Please sign up to audition using our Dance Company Audition Form. Auditioner will then receive audition phrase work videos via email on May 10 and auditions are on May 15 AND May 16. Both days. See all the details in our flyer - which has all the information and links you need.

Discover the exhilarating world of Girls Flag Football, a sport rapidly gaining momentum in Illinois and nationwide! Stevenson PREP is thrilled to introduce our first-ever girls feeder flag football teams, igniting passion and camaraderie on the field. Join us for an unforgettable journey as our SHS girls feeder flag football program takes the stage, competing in the esteemed Chicagoland Youth Football League. With games scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the fall, the excitement knows no bounds. Practices kick off on Monday, July 22, offering flexible weekday sessions mostly after 6 p.m.

Help the village improve your parks. Let them know what you like about certain parks right and improvements the village can make in a survey. Please respond before Tuesday, April 30.

The Center for Gifted is offering an exciting program for sixth- through eighth-graders to supplement our own Camp 103 Club this summer. Science Spectacular, an in-depth, immersion lab experience, will run Monday, June 10, through Wednesday, July 3, at Daniel Wright, weekdays 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. Course content will incorporate a chemistry lab, biological explorations, and an electronics lab, all hands-on and sure to challenge and inspire! District 103 students receive a 10% tuition discount, using this code at checkout: TEN4D103.

• Center for Gifted Brochure
• Center for Gifted Class Information

Stevenson High School invites are girls interested in playing Lacrosse to take part in their clinic during the month of April. Register now on the SHS website.

American Youth Symphony Orchestra offers immersive and inspirational clinics for middle school and high school bands with some of Chicago’s top musicians & performers.

Stevenson High School is offering a development hockey skills sessions for incoming eighth-graders in preparation for the fall hockey season with a focus on building strength, skills, and chemistry in teammates.

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Principals


• Kendra Perri, Principal
• Dr. Nina Nusbaum, Assistant Principal
• Dr. Susan Baker, Assistant Principal
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