Talk203 E-Newsletter
Support Naperville 203 Students Through Holiday Giving Program
Using donations from generous community members, Naperville 203 provides gift cards for junior high, high school and Connections families through its Holiday Giving Program (The elementary student program is already fully funded). To date, we have only received about half of the funds needed to provide gift cards to all of the families in need of support.
Are you able to help? If so, please click below and select “Holiday Giving” in the dropdown menu labeled “My donation is for...” Thank you for any support you are able to provide.
2025-2026 School Calendar
The 2025-2026 school calendar will be among the topics the Naperville 203 Board of Education is expected to take action on during its Monday, Dec. 18, meeting. Please use the button below to view a draft of the 2025-2026 school calendar.
203 InFocus: Establish & Communicate An Inclusive Environment
As Naperville 203 continues to elevate its efforts to keep our community informed, we're proud to present a monthly video series that offers stakeholders a look into our school district's educational process. Please watch our third video on Establishing & Communicating An Inclusive Environment.
Contributions of NNHS Red Cross Club Featured On CBS Chicago News
The Red Cross Club’s recent efforts to create Veterans Day cards was featured on the station’s “Day of Giving” broadcast.
Winter NNHS Sports Camps: Open for Registration!
Huskie Youth Football Camp
Who: 3rd - 8th graders
When: December 29th from 3:30-5:30pm.
Where: Door 19 will open at 3:00pm at NNHS
$20 per camper (Each camper will receive a T-Shirt)
Huskie Youth Girls Softball Camp
Who: 3rd – 5th graders and 6th - 8th graders
When: December 27 and December 28 from 3:00pm-4:30pm
Where: Door 19
$25 per camper (Each camper will receive a T-Shirt)
Huskie Youth Girls Volleyball Camp
Who: 5th - 6th graders and 7th - 8th graders
When: January 3 from 1:00pm-2:30pm (5-6) and 2:30pm-4:00pm (7-8)
Where: Door 19
$20 per camper (Each camper will receive a T-Shirt)
NCHS All Sports Holiday Camp
NCHS All Sports Holiday Camp: Need 4 child-free hours for last minute holiday prep? Coed grades 3-7 will be separated by age and participate in a variety of games in the Main Gym and Fieldhouse: batting cages, floor hockey, basketball, kickball, and pool time. Camp date is Saturday, December 2rd.
NCHS Baseball Camp: The Naperville Central baseball staff has designed a 1 day camp that allows players to dust off their glove and bat to work on the fundamentals of baseball. The NCHS Baseball camp is coed for grades 1-8. The Redhawk Staff and Players will teach different drills that each player can work on during the camp and at home. Our goal is for the kids to have fun, break a sweat and leave with a greater confidence in their ability and love for the game of baseball. The drills will cover throwing, fielding, hitting and baserunning. Camp date is Wednesday, January 3rd.
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在newsletter的右上角,您可以找到辅助功能,包括翻译、增加对比度和文本大小的功能。
November Express Grant Winners
Express Grants elevate Naperville 203 staff and students’ great ideas into reality. These grants provide up to $1,000 for immediate use and are available on a rolling monthly cycle. Congratulations to the November Express Grant Winners.
8 Failures/Setbacks That Can Make a Child a Success
Tue, Dec 5 @ 12:00 pm CST - 1:00 pm CST: This event will be presented virtually. The link to log in to this webinar from your computer, tablet or phone is
https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/88069854050
- Tue, Dec 5 @ 7:00 pm CST - 8:00 pm CST: This event will be presented virtually. The link to log in to this webinar from your computer, tablet or phone is
https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/88530957150
High School Students: One Night a Month, Join Peers and Make a Difference!
High school is about more than studies and sports. Students find meaning and fun by volunteering together! Fall semester, the Youth Advisory Committee tabled at our local high schools to spread the word about YAC. During winter, members begin brainstorming for National Prevention Week in May! If you are interested in implementing fun activities in the local community and schools, come to the next meeting! The YAC meeting will take place on Tuesday, December 12 from 6:30-8:00 pm at 360 Youth Services,1323 Bond Street, #119, Naperville. Email Sarah, the YAC Coordinator (sindlecoffer@360youthservices.org) before attending the meeting.
Empower Tomorrow's Leaders. Year-End Giving for the ALIVE Center: Elevate the future! Support the ALIVE Center’s year-end drive. Empower teens to thrive through mentorship, education, and community. Give the gift of opportunity and create brighter futures. Any amount is welcome.
Don't Miss Our Epic RISE-UP Finale: Join us for the last RISE-UP: Young Men Mentoring session on Tuesday, December 5th, from 4:00 - 5:00 pm at the ALIVE Center! Experience growth, connection, and plenty of fun in our final session! Sign up today.
Free Monthly Mental Health Webinars: Linden Oaks offers free mental health webinars for parents with teens. Webinars will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6:30 - 7:30 PM. Register Here
Child and Parent Anxiety Program: Group therapy for children 8+ struggling with school anxiety. Monday-Friday from 8-11 AM for 3 weeks. Call 630-305-5027 for more detail and to enroll.
Volunteering Can Shield Kids from Depression & Anxiety: Volunteering offers several opportunities to strengthen children’s mental resilience and combat common mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. Plus, volunteering is a great way to get kids out of the house and moving around, which benefits their whole-body health!