All CCSD 89 schools will be closed October 11, October 14
All CCSD 89 schools will be closed on Friday, October 11, for parent-teacher conferences. All schools will also be closed on Monday, October 14, for Indigenous Peoples’ Day/Columbus Day. The district office will also be closed on Monday, October 14.
All schools and the district office will be open on a regular schedule on Tuesday, October 15.
Just us at October 18 bocce ball event hosted by CCSD 89 Special Olympics
All students and families are invited to try bocce ball at an inclusive free event hosted by CCSD 89 Special Olympics! The event will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, October 18, at Glen Crest Middle School. At the event, students and their families will get a chance to learn about and play bocce ball. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4etlPBA
D89 Basketball League registration due October 13
Registration for the D89 Basketball League is now open. Registration is due by Sunday, October 13. The D89 Basketball League is an independent organization that plays many games in CCSD 89 schools and includes many CCSD 89 students in third through sixth grades. Register: https://bit.ly/4eMUk6n More info: https://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=89basketball
Parent Series: Solutions to crisis of disaffected youth (October 17)
At noon and 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 17, clinical psychologist John Duffy will discuss adolescent behavior and offer methods for raising kids who are motivated to overcome depression, anxiety, and avoid risky behaviors. More info: https://bit.ly/3zLgpTW
Resources for helping your child through difficult times
Tragedy can affect a nation or a single family. Some crises happen suddenly while others build over time. Each situation can be difficult for children to understand and challenging for families to navigate. Our school has a counselor, social worker, and psychologist available to help students and families with strategies for transparent, age-appropriate conversations. The district has also posted additional resources at www.ccsd89.org/crisis
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, lounge, and games. More info: www.brryallymca.org/teen-center/
Halloween costume reminders
Students are allowed to dress up at school for Halloween. Elementary students can wear costumes after lunch; middle school students can dress up all day. Costumes should be non-violent and school appropriate. Costumes should not include swords, guns, knives, clubs, lasers, or any other type of weapon. All costumes and masks must be designed for safety and adequate vision.
Reminder: Students need to stay home when ill
It is early flu season. 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
Please review requirements before bringing food for other students
If you’re bringing food to school, be sure you know what is approved. You can see the holiday party food list at www.ccsd89.org/holidayfood and pre-approved food list at www.ccsd89.org/preapproved.
UPCOMING EVENTS
October 14: No school (Columbus/Indigenous Peoples’ Day)
October 17: Parent Series: Solutions to our disaffected youth, noon and 7 p.m.
October 18: Back-to-School family bocce ball event, 4-6 p.m.
October 21: Board of Education meeting, 7 p.m.
October 22: Parent Series: Teen anxiety and school anxiety, noon and 7 p.m.
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)
