News Bites 2024 - 2025
Get Ready for the School Year
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Birth to Three Program
The Birth to 3 Program is looking forward to a great year! We are currently enrolling new families in the Program. This FREE home visiting program supports parents in their role as a child’s first, best, and most important teacher. In addition to home visits, we offer:
Groups throughout the community
Weekly storytime group at the Library
Free screenings and referrals
Field Trips
Books and activities for you and your child
Supported transitions to the District 33 Preschool
Contact us for your in-home screening appointment today: 630-473-0778
You can also find out more about us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/d33birthtothree
Pioneer Preschool
Welcome to Pioneer Preschool!
Preschool Orientation:
- Dates: August 30 or September 3
- Times: 9:30 AM or 1:30 PM
Teacher Calls to Families:
- Dates: August 29 - September 3
- Purpose: To get to know families before the first day of school
Preschool Openings
Interested in Registering?
We have many openings this fall, and we are accepting all students!
- For all children aged 3-5
- Complete an interest form: Preschool Interest Form
We look forward to welcoming your child to preschool!
REGISTER NOW! BEYOND THE BELL - MYLEARNING PROGRAM
Beyond the Bell - MyLearning (Formerly ASAP) Program
We are excited to share that we are offering an after school academic program called Beyond the Bell - MyLearning. MyLearning will support and enrich students in the areas of math and literacy, with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) activities embedded.
ELEMENTARY MY LEARNING - REGISTRATION
The program is open to all students in grades 1st-5th and will run as follows:
Days: Monday-Thursday
Times: 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Trimester 1 Start Date: September 23, 2024
Trimester 2 Start Date: December 9, 2024
Trimester 3 Start Date: March 17, 2025
Details can be found here: https://www.wego33.org/domain/511.
Registration for Trimester 1 must be submitted by SEPTEMBER 1ST!
LMS MYLEARNING PROGRAM - REGISTRATION
LMS MyLearning program will run as follows:
Days: Monday-Thursday
Times: 2:45-4:15 PM
Location: Leman Middle School
Trimester 1 Start Date: September 23, 2024
Trimester 2 Start Date: December 9, 2024
Trimester 3 Start Date: March 17, 2025
Details can be found here: https://www.wego33.org/domain/511.
Registration for Trimester 1 must be submitted by SEPTEMBER 1ST!
FIRST DAYS OF SCHOOL
The first day of school for District 33 students is as follows:
August 29, 2024: 1st - 8th grade (full day of classes)
August 30, 2024: Kindergarten students
September 4, 2024: Preschool students
KINDERGARTEN ORIENTATION
We are excited to welcome our new kindergarten students!
Kindergarten orientation will take place on August 29, 2024. Your elementary school will send more information with specific times.
MEET AND GREET & SCHOOL SUPPLY DROP OFF
Elementary Schools
All elementary school students and their parents/guardians are invited to a "Meet and Greet" at their school.
Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Place: All Elementary Schools
This is a time for children and parents to meet their new teacher, the building principal, and the assistant principal and drop off school supplies in the classroom.
LMS WALK YOUR SCHEDULE
Students and parents are invited to walk the halls of LMS and find their classes in this open-house event. There are no formal presentations given. It is simply an opportunity for students to explore the building and prepare for the first day of school!
Date: August 26, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Place: Leman Middle School
Enter using door #1 on Joliet Street OR door #8 on Hazel Street.
BUS ROUTE INFORMATION / SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Bus route information is available in the Home Access Center and on the D33 Mobile App.
School Supply lists are available on the website and on the D33 Mobile App.
CURRICULUM NIGHTS
Curriculum nights are an excellent opportunity to meet your child's teacher and be engaged in your child's education. Mark your calendar now!
Attention Preschool Parents: Information for parents at Pioneer will be sent directly to parents through the mail. Information coming soon!
Leman Middle School
Date: September 10, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Gary Elementary
Date: September 11, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Currier Elementary:
Date: September 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Indian Knoll Elementary
Date: September 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Turner Elementary
Date: September 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wegner Elementary
Date: September 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM