High school District 87 will host webinar October 30 to show upcoming facility work
Over the next several years, high school district Glenbard District 87 will see significant changes to building spaces. These improvements are part of the 10-year facility master plan for the schools that many CCSD 89 students will attend.
The facility master plan includes: Safety and access upgrades; renovation of science labs and classrooms; warm/safe/dry projects; and upgrades to cafeteria/commons areas.
Glenbard District 87 will host a Zoom Webinar to share information about the 10-year plan at 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 30. Link: https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/88231172510#success
District seeking feedback on fall conferences
Community Consolidated School District 89 moved parent-teacher conferences to October this year. (Conferences had previously been held during the week of Thanksgiving.) The district has created a short survey to gather feedback about parent-teacher conferences. We want to hear from parents who did and who did not participate in conferences. Share your feedback: https://forms.gle/j2g4L5CT2faine5f9
Regional Office will offer substitute training on November 7
The DuPage Regional Office of Education is offering the required training for a short-term substitute teaching license. The training will take place online from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 7. A new Illinois law allows individuals with 60 hours of college credit to apply for a short-term substitute license. More info: https://bit.ly/4f87laH
Parent Series community read: “Gods of Jade and Shadow” (October 28)
From 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, October 28, author Silvia Moreno-Garcia will discuss her newest fantasy book, “Gods of Jade and Shadow”, in person at the College of DuPage, SRC room 2000. This free event is part of the GPS Parent Series. Preview More info: https://bit.ly/4fgisP3
Parent Series: Scientific strategies for raising respectful kids (October 29)
At noon and 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 29, science journalist Melinda Wenner Moyer will discuss how to raise children who are considerate, respectful, and ethical both at home and in the community. She will share science-based (and humorous) actionable strategies to help parents. These free online events are part of the GPS Parent Series. More info: https://bit.ly/3Yi65uG
No school for students on November 4, November 5
There will be no school for students on Monday, November 4, and Tuesday, November 5.
Staff will be in school on Monday, November 4, for a Teacher Institute Day. All schools and the district office will be closed on Tuesday, November 5, for Election Day. All schools will re-open on a regular schedule on Wednesday, November 6.
Music Boosters selling trees, wreaths, holiday decorations
Parents and community members can support CCSD 89 musicians by ordering trees, wreaths, and holiday decorations through the D89 Music Boosters Association. The last day to place an order is Tuesday, November 12. Orders will be available for pick up on December 7 at Glen Crest. You can place your order and see images of the items by using this form. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eRbgsH
B.R. Ryall YMCA opens new Teen Center
The B. R. Ryall YMCA in Glen Ellyn recently opened a new Teen Center designed as an after-school hangout location for middle- and high-school students. The Teen Center is open 3:45 to 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The Center has a safe environment with staff and activities, including video games, ping pong, and games. More info: www.brryallymca.org/teen-center/
Free flu shots available through Jewel-Osco through February
Uninsured and low-income families can receive a voucher for a free flu vaccine at any DuPage County Jewel-Osco until February 25. No appointment or prescription is needed, but supplies are limited. More info: https://bit.ly/3AgjrzF
Health departments are offering tips on how to tell the difference between a cold and the flu and information on the flu vaccine. Your family’s doctor or the school nurse can help resolve any questions. More information about immunization, health, and dental resources are available at: www.ccsd89.org/Page/534
Need tech support for your student’s school computer?
Families that need support for iPad or Chromebook issues should use the district’s online help system. Enter your contact information and some details about the problem at: https://bit.ly/89techsupport
Students, families can report crises and threats through Safe2Help
Students and families can confidentially call, email, or text the Safe2Help tip line to report bullying, threats, or classmates in crisis. Students or families can call (844) 4-SAFE-IL, (which is 844-472-3345); text SAFE2 (which is 72332); email Help@Safe2HelpIL.com; or submit tips through the online form. Safe2Help submissions are monitored every hour of every day. More info: https://bit.ly/3BPxObO
UPCOMING EVENTS
October 28: Parent Series: Community read – ‘Gods of Jade and Shadow’ 6 p.m.
October 29: Parent Series: Strategies for responsible, respectful kids, noon and 7 p.m.
November 4: No school (Teacher Institute Day)
November 5: No school (Election Day)
November 7: Parent Series: The price you pay for college, noon and 7 p.m.
November 13: Parent Series: An evening with best buddies, 7 p.m.
November 14: Parent Series: Limiting social media for teens, noon and 7 p.m.
November 15: First trimester ends
November 15: Preschool developmental screening
November 18: Board of Education meeting, 7 p.m.
November 20: Parent Series: Understanding, preventing addiction, noon and 7 p.m.
November 21: Parent Series: Ayudar a los adolescentes a gestionar sus emociones, 6 p.m.
November 27-29: No school (Thanksgiving break)
