As we come to the end of the 2024-25 school year, I want to thank our entire VVSD community for the parts they play in creating our success. At the top of the list of those to thank are all the community members who provide the resources that ensure learning opportunities for Every Learner, Every Day.

We thank the parents, guardians, and trusted adults who provide encouragement and support to our students and emphasize the importance of education.

We also thank all our VVSD staff members who use the resources provided by the community to create the educational interaction in the classroom that is the foundation of learning.

Of course, all this happens because of our students. As a society, we decided a long time ago the best investment we could make in our future was to make certain the following generations are more educated, and more socially aware, than those who came before them. We work tirelessly making sure the links we add to that chain are strong.

Our work is done for 2024-25 with the exception of the start of summer learning experiences across the District. Enjoy the next ten weeks, relax, rest up, read a good book or two, and let’s make sure we are all ready to go when it is time to start up again in August.

By the way, if your 2025-26 VVSD student has yet to be registered for the next school year, visit www.vvsd.org/enrollment for complete information.

We look forward to seeing you again when the new year starts, Thursday, August 14 for Kindergarten through 12th grade-plus students, and Monday, August 18 for Early Childhood students.

Have a great summer!

Dr. Keith Wood

VVSD Superintendent

Brandon Dohmeier is driven by a desire to understand how things work and acquiring a firm grasp of the “why”. In the classroom, that is why Brandon enjoys Physics. In his personal life, that desire to understand helps him manage health challenges he has faced all his life.

Brandon will attend the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign in the fall and pursue a degree in mechanical engineering. Our conversation began with Brandon sharing with us the thing he will remember best about Bolingbrook HS is the school’s sense of community.

The Valley Educational Enrichment Foundation Nine and Dine Golf Outing is fast approaching, and VVEEF would love for you to join in for a day of golf for a great cause. Help VVEEF support the staff and students of Valley View School District on Thu. June 5 at Bolingbrook Golf Club. Shotgun start for the 9 hole scramble will be at 2 pm, with dinner and awards to follow. Raffles and on-course games and contests will all be part of the fun. Spots fill up very fast, so organize your foursome and be ready to register when the site goes live for golfers on Mon. May 5. There are dinner only and sponsorship opportunities available now.

Follow this link https://VVEEFgolf2025.givesmart.com for registration and additional details.

Online enrollment for all returning 2025-26 students and students entering kindergarten is now open.

To be eligible to register for kindergarten, a student must be five years old on or before Sept 1, 2025, and the family must live with VVSD boundaries.

Families of current VVSD students are able to register via their Infinite Campus Parent Portal account while families new to the District will be able to register online. Click here for more details about the enrollment process.

Per Illinois Law (Child Health Examination Code, 77 ILL. Adm. Code 665), all children in kindergarten, 2nd, 6th, and 9th grades of any public, private, or parochial school shall have a dental examination. Each child is required to present proof of School Dental Examination or a Dental Examination Waiver by a dentist prior to May 15 of the school year.

The Will County Community Health Center provides regular exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, fillings, extractions, and education to understand proper dental care.

Call 815-774-7300 for questions or appointments.

The application period for paid student transportation for the 2025-26 school year will open Tue. July 1 and will close Thu. July 31. Seating is limited on a first-come, first served basis and paid transportation students may be removed from routes due to changes in capacity limits. Paid student transportation applications will close for the month of August for the 2025-26 school year and will re-open Tue Sept. 2, pending availability.

Upon notification of acceptance for paid student transportation Visa, MasterCard or Discover card payments for full year or first semester can be accepted over the phone at 815-886-6686 between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm Monday through Friday.

Paid student transportation rates are as follows:

One student- $575 full year ($287.50 per semester - 2nd semester payment due no later than December 12, 2025.

Two or more students $1150 in full ($575 per semester - 2nd semester payment due no later than December 12, 2025.

Pro-rated Paid Transportation will not be available.

VVSD is still hiring for a wide range of positions for the 2025-26 school year with an emphasis on adding to our teams of paraprofessionals, lunchroom/playground aides and special education teachers.

We are also seeking new team members including guest teachers, bus drivers, operations & maintenance, nutrition services, and special education staff.

VVSD’s employment opportunities offer schedules for staff members that are in synchronization with school schedules, making VVSD a great choice for parents who need to have their work schedule match up with the school hours, and Winter and Spring Break for their children. To see all VVSD job opportunities and to apply, visit www.vvsd.org/jobs

VVSD’s facilities operations has several summer temporary job opportunities currently available. These positions are for eight hours per day, five days a week, late spring through summer. For most positions, the hours are 6:30 am- 3 pm, Monday-Friday with starting pay at $15 per hour. Additional dates may include VVSD’s fall and spring breaks, as needed.

The positions being offered will assist in a variety of functions under the direction of supervisors, including general maintenance, grounds, painting, moving, carpentry, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other duties in support of District-wide operations.

To view the job openings, full description and to apply, visit www.vvsd.org/jobs

Illinois legislation allows individuals with 60 hours of college credit to apply for a short-term substitute teacher license. The DuPage Regional Office of Education offers the required training, which must be completed prior to licensure. Topics include curriculum, classroom management techniques, school safety, and more.

For more information about becoming a VVSD Guest Teacher, visit https://www.vvsd.org/careers/be-a-substitute

SUN Bucks is a nutrition program authorized by the United States Department of Agriculture to help families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer. SUN Bucks 2025 will provide a $120 annual benefit to eligible children, via an Electronic Benefit Transfer issuance by the Illinois Department of Human Services. Complete information on this program is available on the IDHS Summer EBT Webpage.

Illinois Summer EBT information is also available via the customer help line at (833) 621-0737. The agency will be able to assist with such things as the card distribution timeline, usage, allowable expenses, and lost or misplaced cards.

Free Summer Meals for VVSD Students Enrolled in VVSD Summer Programs

VVSD Nutrition Services is once again offering FREE summer meals for students attending our summer programs. For more information, visit www.vvsd.org/food

In accordance with the Open Meetings Act, the Agenda for the meeting will be posted no later than 48 hours prior to the start of the meeting. Click here to view the Agenda The Meeting is available via live stream on the VVSD YouTube Channel, VVSD365U

In partnership with the Will County Community Health Center, the VVSD School-Based Health Center at Brooks Middle School provides students with access to essential health services, including school physicals, immunizations, and more. To schedule an appointment or learn more, call (630) 679-3844. Summer Hours are Monday-Friday 8 am-4 pm.

Upcoming Important School Calendar Dates

Thu. June 19

Juneteenth- All VVSD Schools and Buildings Closed

Aug. 11-12

Teacher Institute Day- No Student Attendance

Wed. Aug. 13

Teacher Work Day- No Student Attendance

Thu. Aug. 14

First Day of School Grades K-12+

Mon. Aug. 18

First Day of School Early Childhood

Events for the Coming Week

Thu. June 19

Juneteenth- All VVSD Schools and Buildings Closed

Bolingbrook Park District residents and Valley View School District students are now able to register for the REACH All-Day Care program. All the information and how to register is located at the following: http://www.bolingbrookparks.org/en/programs/reach-extended-school-care/

Fountaindale Public Library

Sign up, earn points and get prizes with Fountaindale Library's Summer Adventure: Level Up at Your Library! From June 1 through July 31, you and your family can get in on the fun by reading, creating, playing and much more. Fountaindale Library cardholders of all ages can participate. To learn more and sign up, visit fountaindale.org/summer.

White Oak Library District

The White Oak Library District operates branch libraries in Romeoville, Crest Hill, and Lockport. We have a lot of fun and free activities for tweens and teens, and you can check out our program offerings here. If you still have little ones at home, make sure to check out our free morning programs geared towards pre-school aged kids. We also have books, magazines, movies, and video games you can borrow. We even have a ton of virtual content you can borrow right from home. Check our website for all that we have to offer.

West Suburban Community Pantry

West Suburban Community Pantry provides emergency food services to people in DuPage and Will Counties through both our in-person and virtual food pantries. We also connect families with other vital resources so they can pursue a brighter future. We are breaking down barriers that prevent our neighbors from getting the nourishment they need to succeed by offering a variety of services. Find out more at WSCPantry.org, or shop for groceries online at VirtualFoodPantry.net

Romeoville Community Pantry

The Romeoville Community Pantry is a community service organization operated by volunteers in the Romeoville community. The Pantry serves anyone who lives in Romeoville, Bolingbrook, Lockport, Plainfield, Lemont, and Crest Hill. The pantry is open every Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Clients are asked to provide a current photo ID and proof of residence in order to participate in our services. The location is inside the United Presbyterian Church located at 2 Belmont Drive in Romeoville. Please check the Romeoville Community Pantry Facebook page for any further updates https://www.facebook.com/romeovillecommunitypantry/

Northern Illinois Food Bank

The Northern Illinois Food Bank is conducting mobile food banks and micro pantries in the vicinity in the near future. Please bring bags or boxes. Micro Pantries are designed to allow anonymous food pick-up for those in need and a drop-off point for those who wish to help. Micro pantries are accessible 24 hours a day. To find a Micro Pantry near you visit: http://arcg.is/04LijC

Will County MAPP Food Micro Pantries

Will County Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships conducts micro and mobile food pantries throughout Will County. Click here for more details and a map of locations.