Talk203 E-Newsletter
Winter Break - One Day Away!
All Naperville 203 students will be on Winter Vacation from Dec. 25, 2023-Jan. 8, 2024. Classes will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 9.
There will be no weekly Talk203 E-Newsletter on Thursday, December 28, but the weekly newsletters will resume on Thursday, January 4, 2024.
Enhanced EL Program Keeps Students At Their Home Schools
Naperville 203 is redesigning its English Learners (EL) program to ensure that all eligible junior high and high school students can receive EL services at their home school.
The program enhancement – approved by the Naperville 203 Board of education on Monday, Dec. 18 – will establish EL programs at all five of the school district’s junior highs and both high schools. The changes aim to address a 30 percent refusal rate among middle and high school students who are eligible for EL services, but may have to enroll in a school outside of their home’s boundaries to receive those services.
Reimagined Junior High Elective Structure Increases Student Choice
A reimagined junior high elective course structure will provide students with more opportunities to select classes that meet their interests and align to Naperville 203’s college and career pathways.
The new structure – approved by the Naperville 203 Board of education on Monday, Dec. 18 – will increase junior high students’ exposure to courses in Engineering, Computer Science, Fine Arts, and Family & Computer Science (FACS).
Board of Education Approves 2023 Tax Levy
At its Monday, Dec. 18 meeting, the Naperville 203 Board of Education approved the 2023 tax levy. The school district is levying for $293.2 million, which will result in an average increase of 5% on the Naperville 203 portion of existing resident's tax bills.
Funds Still Needed - Can You Help?
We are getting close but still need your help!
Every year gift cards are purchased for junior high, high school and Connections families through our Holiday Giving Program. While we have received generous donations from our Naperville community we are still $3,500.00 short in funding for the gift cards.
Are you able to help? If so, please click below and select “Holiday Giving” in the dropdown menu labeled “My donation is for...” Thank you for any support you are able to provide.
Students: Show Your Creativity & School Pride
All students are invited to create an "advertisement" for your school - a piece of art that answers the question "what makes your school special?" and features anything that is meaningful to the student about their school and school community. The artwork should represent the school.
One representative piece of art from each school will be displayed at the Building a Passion breakfast, published in an event newspaper to be distributed to the 300+ guests, and may be used in other NEF communications.
Deadline: January 31, 2024
Contact nef@naperville203.org with any questions.
The Kindness of a Child
Naperville 203 second grade students expressed their innocence and empathy through heartwarming and considerate words when prompted to share "What would you do to cheer up someone this time of the year?"
Summer Learning 2024
Registration for 2024 Summer Learning will begin on March 6, 2024. Please click below for more detailed information on dates, locations and deadlines.
NWEA Map Growth Assessment
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.
NNHS Huskie Preschool Afternoon Session Openings!
Naperville North's Huskie Preschool has openings for our afternoon session running next semester! The afternoon session runs M, T, Th, F during periods 6 & 7. If you or anyone you know is interested, please complete the registration form, or reach out to Dana Klen at dklen@naperville203.org with any questions.
Winter NNHS Sports Camps: Open for Registration!
Huskie Youth Football Camp
Who: 3rd - 8th graders
When: December 29th from 3:30-5:30pm.
Where: Door 19 will open at 3:00pm at NNHS
$20 per camper (Each camper will receive a T-Shirt)
Huskie Youth Girls Softball Camp
Who: 3rd – 5th graders and 6th - 8th graders
When: December 27 and December 28 from 3:00pm-4:30pm
Where: Door 19
$25 per camper (Each camper will receive a T-Shirt)
Huskie Youth Girls Volleyball Camp
Who: 5th - 6th graders and 7th - 8th graders
When: January 3 from 1:00pm-2:30pm (5-6) and 2:30pm-4:00pm (7-8)
Where: Door 19
$20 per camper (Each camper will receive a T-Shirt)
NCHS All Sports Holiday Camp
NCHS Baseball Camp: The Naperville Central baseball staff has designed a 1 day camp that allows players to dust off their glove and bat to work on the fundamentals of baseball. The NCHS Baseball camp is coed for grades 1-8. The Redhawk Staff and Players will teach different drills that each player can work on during the camp and at home. Our goal is for the kids to have fun, break a sweat and leave with a greater confidence in their ability and love for the game of baseball. The drills will cover throwing, fielding, hitting and baserunning. Camp date is Wednesday, January 3rd.
Extra, Extra! Read All About It!
SAVE THE DATE for the upcoming Building a Passion Breakfast: Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
Join hundreds of business, community and elected leaders, Naperville District 203 leadership, parents and members of the community to experience the impact your support of the Naperville Education Foundation (NEF) has on student learning.
You’ll have opportunities to network, enjoy a breakfast program and show your support for NEF. We look forward to seeing you there!
Team Zavion Blood Drive
Zavion is a Senior in Naperville 203 fighting Sickle Cell disease. Zion and his family would like to help others in need and spread awareness by inviting others to donate Sunday, January 7, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Naperville Safety Town..
November Express Grant Winners
Express Grants elevate Naperville 203 staff and students’ great ideas into reality. These grants provide up to $1,000 for immediate use and are available on a rolling monthly cycle. Congratulations to the December Express Grant Winners.
Changeable: The Collaborative Problem-Solving Method to Reduce Anxiety or Challenging Behavior
Thur, Jan 11 @ 12:00 pm CST - 1:30 pm CST: This event will be presented virtually. The link to log in to this webinar from your computer, tablet or phone is https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/81390737924
- Thur, Jan 11 @ 7:00 pm CST - 8:30 pm CST: This event will be presented virtually. The link to log in to this webinar from your computer, tablet or phone is
https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/83283592253
ALIVE Center Winter Break: The ALIVE Center will be closed for winter break (Dec 18 - Jan 5). We will welcome our youth back to the center for new programs and teen drop-in when we resume regular hours on Jan 8.
Marketing Internship: College Credit + Hands-On Experience!: Exciting Marketing Internship Opportunity! Gain hands-on experience, earn college credit, and boost your skills. Join us in shaping the future of marketing! Apply now by sending resume to nicole@alivecenter.org.
Free Monthly Mental Health Webinars: Linden Oaks offers free mental health webinars for parents with teens. Webinars will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6:30 - 7:30 PM. Register Here
Child and Parent Anxiety Program: Group therapy for children 8+ struggling with school anxiety. Monday-Friday from 8-11 AM for 3 weeks. Call 630-305-5027 for more detail and to enroll.
Need a gift idea? Share Cocoa & Kindness with Teachers: 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!
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