POLARIS EXPRESS

Attention SCN Students!
At St. Charles North, we’re committed to helping you succeed both academically and personally. Our school offers a variety of student supports designed to ensure you have what you need to thrive.

Need academic assistance? Check out what our student support team can do to support you.
Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Our social workers are here to listen and guide you.
Looking for college or career advice? We have counselors to help you navigate your future!
Have safety or security concerns? Our Deans and School Resource Officer is always available to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all students.

And rememeber... See Something, Say Something!

For more details on the supports available, watch our new video

Together, we can make this year the best one yet!

An email went to families this early in the week about Schoology Family Codes. Please be aware of this communication as you prepare for your conferences. Since the start of the school year, we have had 210 active parent accounts at SCN

Email: 10/7/24 4pm using Schoology to support their children's progress.

Parent Link Communication from: Director of Instructional Design

Parents will receive this letter along with their individual student codes.

Other Schoology Support for Families:

Ben and I will be here on Thursday in the LRC to support any families needing Schoology assistance pre or post conference with you.

Just a reminder to make all Google items that are displayed within Schoology, "Anyone with the link" CAN VIEW to ensure parents/family members can see items shared.

Family Guide to Schoology: English (Spanish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Russian, and Polish translations available in the guide)

WHY: When you take the Digital PSAT/NMSQT, you may meet the requirements to enter the National Merit Scholarship Program and compete for national recognition and college scholarships. After you take the PSAT/NMSQT, your score report will show you where you performed well and which college-level AP courses match your strengths.

WHEN: On Wednesday, October 16th, all 11th-grade students are scheduled to take the Digital PSAT/NMSQT. The standard time test will begin 1st hour and run through period 5A.

WHAT: The PSAT/NMSQT consists of the following test sections:

• Reading & Writing (64 minutes)
• Module 1= 2 pretest & 25 operational for a total of 27 questions; 32 minutes
• Module 2= 2 pretest & 25 operational for a total of 27 questions; 32 minutes
• Math (70 minutes)
• Module 1= 2 pretest and 20 operational for a total of 22 questions; 35 minutes
• Module 2= 2 pretest and 20 operational for a total of 22 questions; 35 minutes

TRANSPORTATION

Buses will run their normal routes in the morning and afternoon. Students will resume their regular class schedule after testing has concluded.

LUNCH

All students taking the PSAT/NMSQT will eat lunch in their testing room after testing has concluded. The cafeteria will be available for students who need access to lunch.

TEST PREPARATION

Students may consider using the PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide or the free resources from College Board and Khan Academy to prepare for the test. Please be sure to get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast and drink water before arriving at your testing room.

ROOM LOCATION

All standard time students will test in the Large Gym. Assigned seats will be emailed to students the morning of testing; maps and seat assignments will also be readily available for student viewing. Students testing with accommodations will be sent a separate email with their specific test location and approved accommodations.

WHAT TO BRING

Please come prepared to the testing room with the following:

• Your photo ID
• Fully updated and charged Chromebook
• Your charging cord
• A pen or pencil for scratch work (scratch paper is provided by the school)
• An approved calculator (A DESMOS calculator is embedded in the Bluebook Application if you do not bring your own calculator.)
• Snacks/drinks for break time are optional; drinks must have a lid.

DO NOT BRING

• Any other non test-related materials
• Bags (other than lunch) to your testing room
• Electronic devices

ELECTRONIC DEVICES

• Cell phones, smartwatches, and any other device that can connect to the internet cannot be accessed during testing and/or break times and should be left in your locker or bag outside of the testing room
• If you bring one of these devices to your test room, it will be collected by your proctor.

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please find additional detailed information regarding PSAT/NMSQT on our Student Launchpad HERE

Are you ready to be LOUD and PROUD?!? Order your North Star Fan Pack now! Orders will be checked weekly and delivered to students in their classes. Items are listed on pushcoin by size, so be sure to get your best fit! NHS - 2024-2025 Pre Order North Star Blue Fan Pack: https://store.d303.org/

Parents and students parking across Red Gate Road, along River Ridge Dr. for pick up this has become a considerable issue during the PM pick up. Even though signs are posted, "NO PARKING", this is completely ignored. Cars are parked on both sides of the street making it very difficult to drive up River Ridge. Often, cars pulled out and are insistent that a driver entering the neighborhood back-up.
Should there be an emergency within the neighborhood, just prior to dismissal, the emergency vehicles will not be able to navigate that entrance to our neighborhood.

Girls Volleyball is celebrating their seniors on Tuesday, October 15th in the main gym!!! The games starts at 5:30 PM against Lake Park. We look forward to seeing as many people there to cheer on our seniors!!!

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Tuesday-October 15th

University of Denver

Elon University

The University of Alabama

Loras College

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

Ohio University

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Butler University

Liberty University

Michigan State University

Grand Canyon University

Lawrence Technological University

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Thursday, October 17th

Lipscomb University

;US Air Force

Northern Michigan University

Holy Cross College

Washington University in St. Louis

Bowling Green State

Illinois State University

Friday-October 18th

Pennsylvania State University

EARLY RELEASE

School ends at 1:17 PM. Buses will take students home. If students choose to stay for practice or meetings then they may only be in two places from 1:17-2:25 PM: Main Commons or LRC

R E M I N D E R

Monday - October 14 is Columbus Day/Indigenous People - school will be closed

Come see us Wednesday Nights at Peer Tutoring! We are in-person in the LRC and online from 6-8 PM! We are here to help with your homework and study needs!

There will be NO Peer Tutoring on October 16th & 23rd.

Give us a try!!!

The office of Student Life includes the Dean's Office, student activities, and facilities/operations. It is the mission of Student Life for all students, families, and staff to feel confident, comfortable, and safe. We at St. Charles North support a culture of inclusion, community, and leadership. With over 50 clubs and organizations, every student can find a place to belong and build the skills necessary to be responsible, inspired individuals.

https://sites.google.com/d303.org/scnstudentlife/home

The Penelopiad

Shows will be from October 24th to the 26th. Follow @scntheatreclub on Instagram and TikTok for show updates!

Get your tickets below!!!

Tickets!!

North Activity Bus

4:15 PM Monday-Friday

Bus drop off times at elementary schools:

4:20 PM Wild Rose

4:30 PM Anderson

4:40 PM Corron

4:45 PM Ferson Creek

4:55 PM Wasco

Times are approximate based on the number of riders

The fall choir concert will be held in the auditorium on Tuesday, October 15th at 7:00 PM. Mark your calendars for

Email: donna.nowak@d303.org
Website: north.d303.org
Location: 255 Red Gate Road, St. Charles, IL, USA
Phone: 331.228.4400