Talk203 E-Newsletter

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Naperville 203 students will enjoy Winter Break from Monday, December 23, 2024, through Monday, January 6, 2025. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 7.

Talk203 E-Newsletter Schedule:

• Please note that there will be no Talk203 E-Newsletter on:

  • Thursday, December 26, 2024
  • Thursday, January 2, 2025

PSAC Holiday Office Hours:
Location: PSAC, 203 W. Hillside Rd
From Monday, December 23, through Friday, January 3, office hours will be:
🕰 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Building Closures:
The PSAC building will be closed on the following dates:

• Tuesday, December 24 – Christmas Eve
• Wednesday, December 25 – Christmas Day
• Tuesday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve
• Wednesday, January 1 – New Year’s Day

Wishing you a joyful and peaceful holiday season! ✨

We are excited to announce that the tentative school calendar for the 2026-2027 academic year has been approved! Click below to view our school calendars.

Spanish and Mandarin Versions Coming Soon
Spanish and Mandarin translations of the 2026-2027 school calendar are currently in progress and will be posted on our website as soon as they are available.

In January, the district will administer the NWEA MAP Growth reading and mathematics assessments to students in kindergarten through eighth grade. The purpose of these assessments is to evaluate individual student growth and academic progress throughout the school year. The assessment will also be used as a part of gifted testing. For more information, click on the "more information" button below.

Don’t miss this next step in shaping the future of education in Naperville 203. Together, we’re turning ideas into action, driving innovation, and creating learning experiences that truly inspire.

🌟 Here’s What’s in Store:
Session #2 builds on the powerful vision shared in Session #1, showcasing how feedback from students, staff, and community members is already shaping bold initiatives in our schools.

📅 Mark Your Calendar:
January 14 | 7:00 PM

January 17 | 9:00 AM
Benedictine University, 5700 College Road, Lisle, IL
Daniel L. Goodwin Hall, Room 411

1. Watch Session #1 Video: Review the recorded presentation from Session #1 to see the foundational ideas and goals we discussed.

2. Reflect on the Profile of a Learner: Think about how our five core competencies—Adaptability, Communication, Critical Thinking, Learner’s Mindset, and Global Citizenship—resonate with you and what opportunities you see for growth.

Find details, resources, and materials at www.naperville203.org/focus203.

Let’s keep the momentum going—your perspective is key to our shared success!

Calling all entrepreneurs and business experts! Share your expertise with our aspiring entrepreneurs by joining our team of mentors. We are seeking mentors for our 8th grade FACS mxINC Entrepreneurship class. In this trimester class, students engage in an authentic, collaborative, business experience by journeying through the entrepreneurial process with their own idea for a product or service.

To learn about how you can become a mentor and support their business ventures, sign up to attend one of our virtual informational sessions. Questions can be directed to Sue Striedl at SStriedl@Naperville203.org.

Naperville North is thrilled to bring back its popular Winter Youth Softball Camp to kick off 2025!

📅 Dates: January 2–3, 2025
📍 Location: Naperville North Field House
⏰ Times:

• Grades 4–6: 3:00–4:30 PM
• Grades 7–8: 4:30–6:00 PM

Participants will learn essential softball skills, including throwing, fielding, and hitting, while enjoying various softball games designed for fun and growth.

📌 Register now: Naperville North Winter Softball Camp Registration
✉️ Questions? Contact Coach Kedziora at jkedziora@naperville203.org.

Naperville Central Winter Camps

Discover a wide range of sports camps offered at Naperville Central!

📌 Register today: NCHS Winter Camps
📞 For registration assistance, contact NCHS Athletics at 630-420-6444.

Click the link below to explore tools specifically designed for parents and caregivers, providing valuable insights and guidance to support children and teens navigating grief and loss during the holiday season.

Call Linden Oaks New Patient Centralized Line for more information: (630)-305-5118.

Bright Kids Who Couldn't Care Less: Tools for Tackling Motivation

Speaker: Dr. Ellen Braaten

Date: Thursday, January 9, 2025
Times: Noon and 7 p.m.

Hybrid Noon Event – Autonomy/Balanced Parenting: Reduce Parent Burnout and Raise Competent Kids

Speaker: Dr. Emily Edlynn
Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Times: Noon (in-person at the Silverleaf Room in the Culinary and Hospitality Center, College of DuPage)
Noon and 7 p.m. (on Zoom)

What Happened to You? A Shift from "What is Wrong with You?"
Speaker: Bruce Perry, MD
Date: Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Times: Noon and 7 p.m.

KidsMatter, in partnership with the Naperville Park District, presents the annual Community Job Fair from 10 am to 1 pm Jan. 4 at Fort Hill Activity Center. Learn about career opportunities from dozens of companies, try a mock interview, work on your resume and talk about financial literacy. Free event; no registration necessary.

Questions? 630-605-0904 or sherilyn@kidsmatter2us.org.

Purchase a Cocoa & Kindness gift box for teachers, staff, coworkers… It’s win-win-win: your donation helps kids learn and practice empathy, kindness & acceptance; the recipient receives a kind surprise; and, it just feels good to give to others!

Learn More: http://www.insideoutclub.org/cocoa-kindness

Holiday Closure: Alive Naperville

Alive Naperville will be closed for the holidays from December 23rd to January 3rd. We will resume operations on January 6th with special adjusted hours from 1 PM to 5 PM. Regular hours will continue starting January 8th. Happy Holidays!

Support Alive Teen Centers This Year-End

Make a difference before the year ends! Your donation to Alive Teen Centers empowers teens with leadership, belonging, and discovery and FREE tutoring. Support our mission today and help us continue creating impact in 2025. Thank you!

Doante Now: https://www.alivecenter.org/donate-now/

This week's Virtual Backpack has been updated with new information on community programs. Click the image below to learn more!