109 News

To the DPS 109 community,

Rick Steves, the beloved travel writer recently described as “a legendary PBS superdork,” says there are two kinds of travel: escape travel and reality travel. Unlike Thanksgiving, which centers on food and family, winter break offers many in 109 a chance to travel.

For some families, though, their favorite form of travel during the hectic holidays is no travel at all. Instead of car trips or busy airports, sleep, books, and the cozy comforts of home provide the perfect way for some families to rest and recharge. To each their own, and I hope you get a generous dose of whatever restores you most.

Whether your family this year are escape, reality, or metaphorical travellers, I wish you a restful and restorative break filled with peace, joy, and gratitude as we welcome a new year. For my part, I’m so grateful that you chose District 109 as your home and that we spent 2024 with you as I look forward to all that 2025 will bring.

Sincerely,

Michael V. Simeck
Superintendent of Schools

Deerfield Public Schools District 109

The DPS 109 Board of Education met on Thursday, December 12. We were thrilled to hear from Kipling's Student Council about the wonderful initiatives they lead and support throughout the school. For a summary of the meeting and to watch the recording, click here to access the BOE Recap.

Students from Caruso, South Park, and Wilmot came together to showcase their incredible talents! Click here to watch the recording of the concert.

As the holiday break approaches, when students may spend more time on their devices, we want to remind you about the extensive digital safety resources available on our district website. These resources provide valuable tips for families on navigating popular apps and programs.

A special thank you to our school librarians, Ms. Maria Galanis, Officer Maldonado, and others for their collaboration in curating these tools! Click here to explore the page and support a safe and positive digital experience for your family.