Daniel Wright

Seventh-grade spent time this month learning about the process of the presidential election. Areas of focus included the history of political parties, the bias of media, and the process of the electoral college. The students then registered to vote and participated in a mock presidential election.

Social Studies Teachers Kristin Thurston and Kristine Rickert helped students understand civic participation and how the voting process works. Students also learn how ballots are tabulated in Illinois and across the United States.

• DW After Dark: Friday, Nov. 8, after school until 5:00 p.m.
• Winter ASAs: Registration opens at 8:00 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8.

• Early Dismissal Day: Friday, Nov. 15, Afternoon Teacher Institute Day.

• No School: Monday, Nov. 25, through Friday, Nov. 29, Thanksgiving Break.

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As part of Veteran Day celebrations on Monday, students will learn about Honor Flights. The Lake County Honor Flight group celebrates American Veterans with a multi-day trip to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials dedicated to honor their service and sacrifices. The cost to sponsor one Veteran is $1,400. Lake County Honor Flights' next flight is scheduled for April 2025.

On Tuesday and Wednesday, students are encouraged to bring in cash donations. During lunch students will vote on which teachers they would like to see compete at the Pep Assembly on Friday. A $2.00 donation will get a student one vote, but students may make as many donations as they'd like. Making a cash donation without voting for the pep assembly is also an option. Our goal is to send a Veteran on the trip of a lifetime!

Beginning Trimester 1 of the 2024-2025 school year, all report cards for students of Daniel Wright Junior High School will be accessed through TeacherEase.

If you already have access to TeacherEase to view your child’s grades, you will not need to take any additional steps to be able to view report cards. As we get closer to report cards becoming available on the evening of November 20, we will follow up with instructions on how to access them.

If you do not currently have access or if you have questions about TeacherEase, please send a message to TeacherEaseGradebook@d103.org.

Questions about assignments or grades received should be directed to the appropriate teacher.

If you are picking up your student from school at 3:35 p.m., please be sure to pick them up at the designated door for their grade level. Then, exit the campus counterclockwise around the building as shown in this diagram. Please do not exit back toward the buses and crosswalk, as this creates a safety hazard for our students.

Four seats on the Board of Education for Lincolnshire-Prairie View School District 103 will be up for election on April 1, 2025. Each of the seats will be for a four-year term, or until April 2029. Information is available at the District 103 office located at 111 Barclay

Boulevard, Suite 100, Lincolnshire, IL 6069. Circulation period and filing information can be found on the Lake County Elections Website.

Petition Packets

Petition packets may be downloaded from the Lake County Clerk's Website.

Filing Period

Nomination papers are filed with the Lake County Clerk’s office located at 18 N. County Street, Room 101, Waukegan, IL 60085.

• November 12, 2024 - First day to file nomination papers.

• November 18, 2024 - Last day to file nomination papers.

The Learning Fund Foundation is proudly presenting two Science Shows, "The Magic of Science: Is it Magic or Science or Both?" and "The Weird & Wacky Show: Science Fun, Feats & Facts" performed by Educator, Author and Magician Dennis Reglin on Saturday, Nov. 9. Event registration requested.

D103 and the PTO Parent Education Team are partnering with Screen Sanity to bring their critically acclaimed parent program directly to you! Screen Sanity is an organization that is looking to partner with families to create a world where kids are captivated by life, not by screens. This workshop will give you the tools and strategies that you need to set healthy screen time and tech safety guidelines that fit your parenting values and lifestyle. Leave your parent-guilt at the door -- this judgement-free night of community, education, and discussion will leave you feeling empowered to confidently navigate the ever-changing landscape of technology for your kids (and yourself!). And there will be snacks!

Check out this video to learn more.

Please register in advance for the in-person event on Friday, Nov. 15, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Volunteers are needed on Friday, Nov. 8, for the Student Council "After Dark" event to ensure it runs smoothly. Student Council and PTO could use your help in the following areas:

• Set Up: Help set up concession stand before the event. (2:30 to 3:30 p.m.)
• Concessions: Help run the concession stand in cafeteria. (3:15 to 5:15 p.m.)
• Supervision: Help supervise students. (3:15 to 5:15 p.m.

Signup to volunteer @ https://bit.ly/D103SignUp

Buns on Fire, Buffalo Grove, will donate 20% of your sales to the Learning Fund Foundation from November 9-16. Share this flyer with the restaurant.

Mark your calendars for Friday, Nov. 15! D103 PTO is excited to partner with Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill in Lincolnshire and Bibibop Asian Grill in Vernon Hills for a special dine-out event. By dining at either of these restaurants, you’ll be helping our PTO earn a percentage of all sales made that day. Just mention “D103 PTO” when you place your order to ensure your purchase supports our organization. Ordering online? Use code BIBIFUNDRAISER or NAFFUNDRAISER when placing your order. Whether you’re craving Middle Eastern flavors or Asian-inspired dishes, this is a delicious way to make a difference. Let’s come together as a community to support our schools and enjoy some great food!

Are you new to the district and looking to connect with fellow parents? Or maybe you're just eager to expand your support circle? Join the PTO’s Newcomers Group for a casual meet-up at Panera Bread in Vernon Hills (447 N Milwaukee Ave Suite 100) on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Whether you can stay for the entire time or just drop by for a quick chat, it’s a great opportunity to meet new faces and share experiences. We’re excited to welcome all D103 parents – new and returning!

Looking for a way to get involved with the PTO but unsure where to start? We're seeking strong, motivated leaders to chair two key programs—Explore the Arts Day and Grants Lead. These roles require attention to detail and a commitment to enhancing our students' classroom experience. You'll have the opportunity to learn alongside our current leaders, with the goal of taking on the role in the 2025-2026 school year. We'll provide guidance every step of the way!

Interested or have questions? Contact us at vp@d103pto.org today!

Please take a few minutes to complete the Village of Lincolnshire housing survey. The Village of Lincolnshire, in partnership with the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, is undertaking a community survey as part of the Homes for a Changing Region housing planning program. Lincolnshire was selected, along with other local communities, to participate in this program to identify what policies, improvements, and investments may be needed for the Village's housing market. Only one person per household should complete the survey. The deadline to complete the survey is Friday, Nov. 8.

Give those Halloween costumes another chance to shine and wear them to Mini Comic Con at the Vernon Area Public Library on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Celebrate fandoms and pop culture with free events for all ages. View the full schedule and details on the library's website.

Please join us for a free 8th Grade Master Class for SHS incoming freshmen.

• Saturday, Nov. 23
• 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
• Room 2112, Stevenson High School
• Register to attend
• Please see our flyer for more information.

Please join the Vernon Area Public Library in celebrating its 50th Anniversary on Friday, Nov. 22, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. This after hours, adults-only event is a fundraiser to support the expansion of our MakerSpace and Library of Things, giving us even more opportunities to engage with members of the community. We expect to have Appetizers, Drinks, Desserts, Raffles, Music, Trivia, Games, a Photo Booth and more! To donate or purchase tickets, please visit: VAPLD.info/foundation. For more information or sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to Samantha Fahndrich at sfahndrich@fvapld.org.

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Principals


• Mrs. Jessica Groncki, Principal
• Dr. Nina Nusbaum, Assistant Principal
• Mr. Kyle Thompson, Assistant Principal
  
Reporting an Absence
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