Talk203 E-Newsletter
This Monday, February 3rd, we celebrate 203 Day—the second month and third day of the year. It’s a day to elevate gratitude, giving, and celebrate the people, places, and moments that make Naperville 203 truly special. We encourage you to take this opportunity to express gratitude, show appreciation, and perform an act of kindness or service for others.
Don’t forget to share your act using the hashtag #203Day on social media to inspire and elevate those around you!
Discover the purpose, rationale, proposed school day changes, helpful resources, and an FAQ section—regularly updated with answers to community questions. Your go-to resource for information.
Visit Now: www.naperville203.org/ISE-203
The Naperville 203 Board of Education will hold its next meeting on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Kennedy Junior High School, located at 2929 Green Trails Dr, Lisle, IL 60532.
The meeting agenda and supporting documents will be available online ahead of the meeting. You can watch the meeting live or view the recording the following day on the District’s YouTube channel.
Please note: Board meeting agendas are typically posted by Friday afternoon before the Monday meeting.
Members of the public can address the Board during public comment in-person or submit via Let's Talk (select Board of Education Public Comment tab) by 3 p.m. on the day of the Board meeting.
The Board meeting agenda can be located here, and in BoardDocs.
We are thrilled to welcome the future Class of 2038!
To enroll for kindergarten in the 2025-26 school year, children must turn 5 years old on or before September 1, 2025. Enrollment opens on February 1st, and we invite you to join us for the Kindergarten Preview on March 17. This event offers a chance to meet the school's administrators, kindergarten teachers, staff, and parent organization representatives.
We’ve updated the Summer Learning webpage with more information about this summer’s offerings. Registration for 2025 Summer Learning will open on March 5, 2025. For detailed information on dates, locations, and deadlines, please click here.
Registration is now open for the 2025 Mental Health and Wellness Symposium!
In partnership with Indian Prairie School District 204 and neighboring school districts, we are excited to host the 3rd Annual Mental Health and Wellness Symposium on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Metea Valley High School from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM. The event will feature breakout sessions for both students and adults, a community resource fair, a book fair, and childcare services for children ages 3-10. This year, we are introducing new experience sessions for both adults and students, along with a complimentary boxed lunch for all attendees.
For more details, visit ipsd.org/symposium.
NNHS lab-based Huskie Preschool is looking for preschoolers for our Spring Afternoon Session! Children ages 3-5 that are potty trained are invited to participate! The session begins mid-February and goes through early May. Please reach out to Dana Klen with any questions or interest. The registration link is included and more information regarding cost and dates/times of preschool can be found there.
The Illinois Secretary of State, Alexi Giannoulias, invites students in kindergarten through twelfth grade to participate in the 2025 Organ/Tissue Donor Program Student Poster Contest. This creative opportunity not only showcases student talent but also educates youth about Illinois’ organ and tissue donor registry, empowering them to make informed decisions when they become eligible to register at age 16 or 17.
Contest Details:
- Who Can Enter? All Illinois students in grades K–12.
- Categories:
- Kindergarten–2nd Grade
- 3rd–5th Grade
- 6th–8th Grade
- 9th–12th Grade
- Submission Deadline: Entries must be postmarked by January 31, 2025.
- Judging: Artwork will be reviewed by a committee of Secretary of State employees.
- Prizes: Winners from each category will receive an invitation to a recognition ceremony at the Capitol in Springfield. Their artwork will be prominently displayed on LifeGoesOn.com and in Secretary of State DMVs, public libraries, and hospitals across Illinois.
For entry forms and official rules, visit the Contest Rules and Entry Form page.
Questions?
Contact Lauren Gilbert, Organ/Tissue Donor Program Office Manager, at 217-558-1322 or lgilbert@ilsos.gov.
Encourage your students to participate in this meaningful and educational contest!
The Rotary Club of Naperville offers annual scholarships for students through the Rotary Club of Naperville Scholarship Committee
Scholarship applicants must live within the attendance boundaries of Naperville School District 203 or Indian Prairie School District 204 and must graduate from high school during the academic year of application. Local parochial high school seniors who reside in Naperville school districts 203/204 are also encouraged to apply. Scholarship candidates may not be related to a member of The Rotary Club of Naperville.
Email Questions/Concerns to Maria Caselli, Chair, RCN Scholarship Committee, mcaselli@napervillerotary.com
Apply Here: https://rotaryclubofnaperville.org/grants-scholarships/
FEBRUARY 2025
World-renowned authors and clinicians present relevant, research-based information to support positive youth development. Our free programs empower and strengthen families, individuals and communities by sharing practical strategies to help humans of every age thrive.
Explore upcoming events here: https://gpsparentseries.org/upcoming-events/
Tuesday, Feb. 4
Noon & 7 P.M.
Emma Goldberg
Future Proof: Positioning Students for the Changing Tide of Work
Thursday, Feb. 6
7–8:30 P.M.
Dr. Edith Treviño
B-PAC in Spanish: Positive Parenting Mindsets -- A Guide to Mental Endurance
SPANISH ONLY
Thursday, Feb. 13
Noon & 7 P.M.
Amy Blankson
Digital Thriving: Technology and the Future of Happiness in a Hyperconnected World
Tuesday, Feb. 18
Noon & 7 P.M.
Dr. Amishi Jha, Glenbard South graduate, with Dr. Kimberly Schonert-Reichl
Peak Mind: Enhance Your Attention, Focus, and Performance to Become Your Best Self
Tuesday, Feb. 25
7 P.M.
Duncan Kirkwood
IN PERSON - LIVE LIFE WELL WEEK -- The Critical Skills to Unleash Perseverance, Passion and Purpose
Thursday, Feb. 27
7–9 P.M.
Sarah Ward and Dr. Jessica Minahan
HYBRID EVENT -- Practical Strategies for Reducing Anxiety and Increasing Executive Function Skills (Organization, Time Management & Task Completion)
Exciting Marketing Internship Opportunity!
Gain hands-on experience with the ALIVE Center, a nonprofit serving 5th-12th graders in Naperville, Aurora, and Hanover Park. Create social media content, promote programs, and assist with events. Apply today to build your skills and earn academic credit!
https://bit.ly/alivemarketingintern
Free Tutoring Every Wed & Thu at Alive Naperville!
Need homework help? Join us for free tutoring every Wednesday and Thursday from 4–6 PM at Alive Naperville Teen Center. Open to all K–12 students, every subject! Get the support you need in a welcoming space. No registration required—just drop in!
Build Confidence & Skills for Success
This February, empower your 6th-8th grader with essential soft skills! Join our fun, interactive workshops—Making a Difference, What’s a Business Anyways, and Success with a Purpose. Limited spots available. Sign up today and set them up for success!
