Huskie Howler

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Dear Huskie Community,

We had a terrific Spring Week last week. Airband on Thursday night was incredible and the Spring Dance on Saturday night in the new location seemed to be a hit. Thanks to all the volunteers and spectators at these fun events.

As a reminder, we have testing the week we return from spring break. Details are below but here are some highlights:

Wednesday, April 9: Juniors take the SAT (9, 10, & 12 do not attend). It is not a late arrival. Students should arrive at 7:45 as usual. Busses will depart at 12:45 & 3:15.

Thursday, April 10: Freshmen take the PreACT Secure and Sophomores take the PreACT 10 Secure. (11 & 12 do not attend). Students arrive at 7:45. Busses depart at 11:45 & 2:05.

Finally, I'd like to wish everyone a safe and relaxing spring break next week. Go Huskies!!

Sincerely,

Jay Wachtel

Next Thursday, March 27, during WIN, Wheel Dogs will be hosting our annual Student vs. Faculty basketball game! For students to attend the game, they must select the contest gym as their WIN location. In addition to the game, we will be running a canned food drive to support Loves and Fish from Monday to Friday next week. Students can drop off their donations into the wooden boxes near the auditorium, athletic, and main entrances. We appreciate your support and hope to see a great student turnout next Thursday!

Naperville North High School

c/o H&S Family Connection

899 Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60563

Flyer: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SzIhcCtHoRiuwYZxmfSHOrd5PRxg9p_1jnUXLg4B7Nk/edit?usp=sharing

2025 NNHS Senior Celebration Checklist

All links and information are listed at the NNHS 2025 Senior Celebration Website

• Senior Celebration is Saturday, April 12th! Check in begins at 5:30pm and the party is 6-10pm. PURCHASE your student a Senior Celebration ticket at GoFan ticket link. Check for already purchased tickets @ NNHS Activities Homepage / 2025 Senior Celebration

• Please check this list to verify that you purchased a Senior Celebration ticket. Senior Celebration tickets were NOT part of the registration fee options last fall. Senior Brunch was, but Senior Celebration was not.

• COMPLETE the Required Parent Permission Form.

• We need Parent Volunteers to make this a SUCCESS. VOLUNTEER on Friday, April 11th or Saturday, April 12th at NNHS SC 24-25: NNHS SC25 Volunteers. Volunteers may order their shirts at 2025 Parent Volunteer T-shirts

• DONATE Prizes at NNHS SC25 PRIZE Donations, or Amazon Prize Wish List OR Food/ Gifts NNHS SC25 FOOD/ GIFTS Donations

• PICTURES for Memory Hallway and Huskie Hallway can be dropped off to NNHS Campus Supervisors desk at the front entrance, until March 27th. This is a firm deadline. Don’t miss out!

Memory Hallway

We need THREE printed pictures of EACH SENIOR for a keepsake poster. Submit 3 pictures of your student (one as a baby, one young child/elementary school, and one recent photo) with their names on the back. Any size but no larger than 5 ”x 7”. A keepsake poster will be made for each student and sent home after SC25.

We need group pictures (printed copies - they will not be returned) of kids together in preschool through 8th grade. Please label the elementary or junior high school on the back of the photo.

Huskie Hallway

We display tons of photos of NNHS Seniors from school sponsored activities during their senior year of 2024-2025. We rely on YOU to fill the Hallway! Here are the details: Send PRINTED photos, size 4”x6”, any paper is accepted. Please indicate the club, sport or event on the back of the picture. These photos will NOT be returned.

2025 Graduation Parking Space Raffle

Senior parents/guardians - Want to save some time? Don't want to have to park a mile away for the graduation ceremony? Enter the Graduation Parking Raffle for a chance to win one of SIX reserved VIP parking spots at graduation.

Winners will be notified the week of May 12th. Questions? Contact napervillenorthhssec@gmail.com.

Good luck!

Many hands help make Home & School events a success!

Thank you to the following:

Cory Briggs & Lauren Ferguson & team for a delicious staff breakfast!

Sabrina Malano for organizing a successful blood drive!

Cindy Smucker for coordinating student Vision & Hearing Testing!

Pam Biederman for much needed staffing the school store!

Susan Brown for helping with all things H&S and staff appreciation!

Lynne Kallstrand & Jennifer Baumgartner for a fun & well run Senior Day & Cap & Gown!

Concessions:

WE NEED YOUR HELP!! Let's create the best game day experience for our fans and guests. All Boosters members are encourage to lend a helping hand and sign up for at least one concession stand volunteer opportunity this year. Concession sales will be available at multiple sporting events this spring including Water Polo, Boys Volleyball, Girls Soccer, lacrosse, Boys Varsity Baseball, Girls Varsity Softball, Boys & Girls Track and Field. If you have an athlete playing one of these sports this is a great way to support their teams and the Boosters. ALL PROCEEDS from concessions go right back to our athletics and activities at NNHS to enhance and enrich our programs. This is a great way to get outside after a long winter and take in some Huskie Athletics!! Sign Up Genius for all spring concession opportunities here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DABAD2CA0FBC34-55444605-2025#/

Yard Signs:
Thank you for your orders!! Pick up by designated team/activities representatives will be the weekend of April 5th.

Spirit Wear:
April 28 - Freshman Jamboree 6-8PM is one of our biggest sales nights of the year. We can't wait to deck out our future Huskies. This is also a great night to pop in for some last minute spring blue and orange attire!!

Save the Date:
June 12, 2025 - Boosters Golf, Tennis and Pickle Ball Outing at Cress Creek Country Club!! THIS IS OUR FINAL FUNDRAISER OF THE 24/25 YEAR so let's go out with a bang! Be on the lookout for ticket sales and sponsorship opportunities.

Open Positions:
We are in search of a Co Chair for the Boosters Trivia night being held on 10/18/25. Do you like planning events, parties and social gatherings then this is the volunteer opportunity for you!! In search of a creative event planner, with a flair for decorations, who enjoys working with new fun people. May have special talents with event promotion and wants to learn more about NNHS Boosters and what we do. Let’s talk ! Please reach out to nnhsboosterspresident@gmail.com or contact Kim McMahon at 630-649-0714 for more information.

Are you passionate about game day, teamwork and creating a great experience for Huskie Fans? Boosters is looking for an organized, detail oriented concession stand co-chair to join our fabulous concessions team to help manage our concessions operations. It's a great way to support our teams, meet fellow Huskie parents and be part of the game day atmosphere. Interested ? Please reach out to nnhsboosterspresident@gmail.com or contact Kim McMahon at 630-649-0714 for more information.

SpringBoard Summer Series
Now accepting applications - The application period is open until April 12 for the SpringBoard Summer Series, offered by KidsMatter and community partners. Students 16 and older with interests in healthcare, pharmacy, construction management and trades, or physical and life sciences can apply for career exploration sessions including for some college class credit and field experiences. All of the programs are grant-funded, which will cover the cost. Limited enrollment available. For details, visit kidsmatter2us.org/springboard-series/.

April 9th and 10th are important days for our freshmen, sophomores and juniors students who will be engaging in state testing. Please refer to the information below for specific details for each grade level and note that the schedule those days will be modified; Wednesday, April 9 is NOT a normal late arrival date. Students should report by 7:45 a.m. Test length and dismissal times will vary with the buses departing at 12:45pm and 3:15pm on Wednesday and 11:45am and 2:05pm on Thursday. More details will be provided in April.

Wednesday, 4/9/25

• Freshmen - non-attendance day
• Sophomores - non-attendance day
• Juniors - ACT
• Seniors - non-attendance day

Thursday, 4/10/25

• Freshmen - PreACT 9 Secure
• Sophomores - PreACT Secure
• Juniors - non-attendance day
• Seniors - non-attendance day

What are these state tests?

• PreACT 9 Secure / PreACT Secure (American College Testing) - These tests composed of English, Mathematics, Reading and Science that help students measure their current academic development and assess readiness for college and career options.
• ACT (American College Testing) - This test measures the knowledge and skills that research shows are essential for college and career readiness and success composed of English, Mathematics, Reading, Science and writing. Students must take the in-school ACT with Writing to receive a regular high school diploma per Illinois Public Act 100-0222. Although some students may have already taken the national ACT, it is important to remember that the April 9th exam is also an accountability measure for NNHS as a factor on the Illinois School Report Card rating and a public reflection of the school and our student body.

Please review the links below for digital access to test preparation resources for students from ACT & ISBE:

PreACT 9 Secure (grade 9) / PreACT Secure Guide (grade 10) / ACT Guide (grade 11)

Additional testing information including times and student testing locations will be sent following spring break. Please contact Ann Bakshis, Testing Coordinator (abakshis@naperville203.org) or Kira Mocon, Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Instruction (kmocon@naperville203.org) with any questions.

Attention all seniors! Get ready to step into the glitz and glamour of the Roaring Twenties at this year’s Prom: The Golden Gala!

Join us on Saturday, May 3rd, from 5 PM to 9 PM at the stunning Abbington Banquet Hall, where there will be Gatsby-level elegance, dazzling gold decor, and a night you won’t forget. Secure your spot at the most extravagant event of the year, purchase your ticket between April 6th to April 20th for $95 at GoFan Naperville North Activities.

See you at The Golden Gala!
Have questions? Contact Ms. Kraftson and Ms. Golz
https://gofan.co/app/school/IL15599_1

Registration Now Open!
Looking for a fun and engaging way to keep your student active this summer? Naperville North's Summer Camps offer a variety of opportunities for students of all ages to develop their skills, stay active, and have fun with our outstanding coaches and staff! From sports to specialized training, there's something for everyone.

Check out our Summer Camp Brochure for full details and registration information: Click Here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGgB6tyhlU/v74OMmeHnEdya0copT_mpw/view?utm_content=DAGgB6tyhlU&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=he1a5c1815b

Don't miss out on a great summer experience—sign up today!

Save the Date: Please save the dates for 2025-2026 Registration:

• Freshmen – Tuesday, August 5, 8:00 am – 11:00 am
• Sophomores – Wednesday August 6, 8:00 am – 11:00 am
• Juniors – Tuesday, August 5, Noon – 2:30 pm
• Seniors – Wednesday, August 6, Noon – 2:30 pm

• Check out this month’s Counselor Connection, with grade-level & college/career updates!
• Link to 2024-2025 NNHS Calendar
• Join the principal's community Remind: text @nnhsupdate to the number 81010
  
• The archived Howlers can be found HERE

If you have questions about any of the items above or other concerns, please contact Jay Wachtel, Principal, at jwachtel@naperville203.org. or Susan Brown, Administrative Assistant at sbrown1@naperville203.org. Follow NNHS Official on X at wachtel_NNHS and Instagram at nnhs_jay_wachtel.