Daniel Wright
Pumpkin Races Add to Fall Fun
The annual pumpkin races in sixth-grade science get everyone cheering for their classmates. Students take what they learn in physics about force, motion, and gravity and apply it to building a vehicle using a pumpkin and even a squash or zucchini as its ‘frame’. The goal is to see how far their vehicle will travel. Enjoy pictures of the pumpkin races in the school's Google Doc folder.
Report Cards Viewable Wednesday
First-trimester grades for D103 students are viewable after 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, through the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
Please follow these directions to access your child's report card.
Log in to your PowerSchool Parent Portal account.
Select the Student Reports on the left.
Select the Archived Report you wish to view.
Report cards will also be emailed to families.
ASA Registration Opens Friday
Registration for Winter After School Activity courses at DW opens at 8 p.m. tomorrow, Nov. 11, and closes at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, or until filled. Please use the RevTrak Web Store platform to register for all programs listed here. Programs do fill up and are offered on a first-come-first-serve basis. Classes begin after school the week of January 9 and run for about six weeks. Please visit the After School Activities website for detailed information about these clubs.
Other After School Opportunities
- Wrestling is open to all DW students.The wrestling program will teach wrestling fundamentals and instill values of hard work, self-discipline, and the importance of goal setting. No prior experience in wrestling is needed. Practices begin the week of December 5.
- Musical: Do you love to sing, act, and dance? Are you practically perfect in every way? DW's 2023 spring musical is MARY POPPINS! Audition packets and sign ups will be available from Mr. Clark in Room 124. Auditions take place after Thanksgiving so be sure to eat a spoonful of sugar. Come try out for our Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious show!
Support Our Military and First Responders
Consider participating in a fundraiser to support our military and first responders by joining a pushup contest sponsored by the DW Leaders in Learning Club.
Instructions:
- Fill out Google Pledge Form to participate.
- Get pledges from friends, neighbors, and family members.
- Pushup competition takes place Friday Nov. 18, during physical education classes.
- Collect money raised for contest and turn into Mrs. Vincent, Room 211, no later than Monday, Nov. 21.
- Heroes Dinner planned for military and first responders on Thursday, Jan. 26.
World Language Placement Test
Eighth-graders with coursework or experience, Heritage, or Native speakers interested in Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, or Latin must register for the benchmark exam scheduled for Saturday, Dec.17. Please visit the Stevenson High School website for more information and to register for the exam. The deadline to register is Monday, Dec. 12.
AMC 8 Math Contest
Students are invited to participate in the independent American Mathematics Competition 8, a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple choice examination in middle school mathematics designed to promote the development of problem-solving skills. The AMC 8 provides an opportunity for middle school students to develop positive attitudes toward analytical thinking and mathematics that can assist in future careers.
- Register on the RevTrak Web Store for the $5 contest.
- The deadline to register is Friday, Dec. 2.
- Students enrolled in Math Team are already automatically enrolled in the AMC 8.
- The contest date is Monday, Jan. 23, after school. Students may take the PASS bus home or be picked up at 4:45 p.m.
Rebecca Caudill contest
The Rebecca Caudill contest is in full swing! Read three titles, answer three quick questions on the Caudill brochure, and you can vote for your favorite book in February! Caudill brochures are available in the DW library!
District News
School Schedule Changes
As we move into November please be aware of the following changes to the school calendar:
Friday, Nov. 11: Early Dismissal for students in Grades K-8 (afternoon Teacher Institute Day) No School for early childhood students.
Monday, Nov. 21: Early Dismissal for students in Grades K-8 (Teacher Conferences in Afternoon & Evening) No School for early childhood students.
Tuesday, Nov. 22, through Friday, Nov. 25: No School (Thanksgiving break).
103 Club will offer child care at the time schools dismiss for the day.
Quest Food Services does not serve lunches on Early Dismissal Days.
Please visit the calendar changes e-notice for more information.
Partnerships
Managing the Overuse of Digital Tech in Our Kids
In partnership with the Vernon Area Library, the D103 Parent Education team is excited to bring to our community Dr. Cliff Sussman, a child and adolescent psychiatrist from Washington D.C. area.
Dr. Sussman is a pioneer in recognizing and treating internet & video game addiction. He has regularly given presentations to parent and professional communities on this topic. As a leading expert in this field, Dr. Sussman will help parents define what excessive screen use looks like and understand how it can impact the developing brains of their children. Furthermore, he will provide us with definitions of healthy screen time for children and how to balance screen activities with off screen activities. He will discuss strategies on how to use motivational interviewing to talk to our children about topics surrounding screen time and help parents recognize the factors that may be contributing to screen overuse and addiction in their homes.
Virtual Event
- 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 6
- Learn more and register your spot on eventbrite.com
Community
Lincolnshire Lights
Kick off the holiday season at Lincolnshire Lights! From lighting the 40-foot holiday tree and caroling performances to DIY crafts and pictures with Santa, Lincolnshire Lights is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with your family. Join us at Village Green from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2. Enjoy performances by musical artists from Daniel Wright and Half Day.
Poster Design Contest
Stevenson High School’s Fine Arts Department needs your artwork! Submit a poster design for our Consortium Orchestra, Choir, Band, and Jazz Concerts Submissions are due: Thursday, Dec. 1. Please see the Poster Design Contest for details.
The Center for Gifted
The Center for Gifted Fall Wonders Program in Long Grove is open for registration for grades 1-5. There are weekend classes through December. There are class details, information, and application forms on The Center for Gifted website.
Daniel Wright Information
Principals
- Principal Michelle Blackley, Ed.D.
- Assistant Principal Nina Nusbaum, Ed.D.
- Assistant Principal Melody Littlefair
- 847-604-5280
- Dw_attendance@d103.org