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There will be no school from March 31 to April 4 as we head into Spring Break! Take this opportunity to relax, recharge, and enjoy time with family and friends—whether you're traveling or enjoying a staycation.

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Please note: There will be no Talk203 E-Newsletter on Thursday, April 3.

🏢 PSAC Spring Break Office Hours
Location: 203 W. Hillside Rd

From Monday, March 31 to Friday, April 4, PSAC office hours will be adjusted to:
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Wishing everyone a safe and restful Spring Break!

Naperville Community Unit School District 203 will hold a meeting on Thursday, April 24, 2025, to discuss the district’s plan for providing special education services to students with disabilities who attend private schools or who are home-schooled within the Naperville District 203 boundaries. The meetings will be held via Zoom Meeting from 10:00 am-10:30 am for non-public schools and 11:00 am -11:30 am for families who home school. Parents or guardians of private school and home-schooled students who have been or may be identified with a disability and live within District 203 boundaries are urged to attend.

RSVP to attend is required by April 23rd to Carrie Nadziejko at cnadziejko@naperville203.org. Only those who RSVP will receive the confirmation link to access the Zoom meeting.

Please contact Melissa McHenry, Assistant Superintendent for Student Services, at 630-420-6465 or mmchenry@naperville203.org with any questions.

In compliance with Section 1117 of the Every Student Succeeds Act, Naperville Community Unit School District 203 will consult with private school officials regarding Title 1 funds at this meeting. No decisions that affect the opportunities of eligible private school children, teachers, and other educational personnel to participate in programs under this act will be made prior to this consultation. Consultation will continue throughout the implementation and assessment of activities under this section.

The District is required to distribute a portion of its Federal Title II and Title IV funds to eligible private schools that are located within the district’s boundaries. The required equitable share will be allocated to eligible private schools for the Title II and Title IV programs based on the District’s allocation for the current fiscal year. Please contact Jayne Willard, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction at 630-420-6321 or jwillard@naperville203.org with any questions regarding Title I, Title II or Title IV funds.

Dear Parents/Guardians:

On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, eleventh grade students will be administered the ACT with Writing at their respective high schools. The ACT with Writing test is a curriculum-based education and career-planning tool that assesses the mastery of college readiness standards in alignment with the Illinois Learning Standards. Specifically, this online, multiple-choice and constructed response test assesses the academic domains of English Language Arts/Writing, Mathematics, and Science and is required for high school graduation by the Illinois State Board of Education. The ACT test is an entrance exam used by most colleges and universities. Lastly, the ACT with Writing assessment is a mandatory accountability measure used to evaluate public high school performance in Illinois.

Additionally, on Thursday, April 10, 2025, ninth and tenth grade students will be administered the PreACT 9 Secure and PreACT Secure, respectively, in their respective high schools. Similar to the ACT, these online, multiple-choice assessments assess the domains of English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science evaluating student progress toward readiness for college and career success. These assessments are mandatory and a component of the Illinois State Board of Education accountability program.

Lastly, individual student score reports will be available in the MyACT Account portal approximately 5-8 weeks after testing. Preparation resources for each assessment may be found at PreACT 9 Secure, PreACT Secure, and ACT.

Please contact your student’s school for any additional information regarding the ACT with Writing, PreACT 9 Secure, and/or PreACT Secure testing schedule.

Regards,

Patrick W. Nolten, Ph.D.

Assistant Superintendent for Assessment and Accountability

We need your voice! As a valued member of our Naperville 203 community, you have the opportunity to shape the future of our schools by participating in the annual Illinois 5Essentials Survey. Your insights are crucial in understanding key aspects such as connectedness, satisfaction, interaction, involvement, and overall school quality.

🔹 How to Take the Survey

1. Access the Survey: Illinois 5Essentials Survey
2. County: Select DuPage
3. School Name: Enter your child’s school

If you have children enrolled in multiple schools, please complete a separate survey for each one.

⏳ Deadline: Friday, March 28, 2025

Thank you for taking the time to share your invaluable feedback. Together, we can create an even better educational environment for our students!

Join the Naperville Education Foundation on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 from 7 AM to 9 AM at The Matrix Club in Naperville for the 32nd annual Building a Passion Breakfast fundraiser. Start your day on the path to learning how the contributions you make to NEF help ensure that there's no place like 203! Individual seats are available at $85, here.

Registration for 2025 Summer Learning began on March 5, 2025. Click below for details on dates, locations, and deadlines.

Don't miss your chance to secure a spot in our exciting summer programs!

🔗 Click to Learn More

Registration for Summer Camps at Naperville North is now open! We’ve put together a brochure for parents and student-athletes to explore all the camp options available.

Check out the details and find the perfect camp for your summer fun and skill-building!

👉 View the Brochure Here

Register today and get ready for a great summer! 🌟

🏈 Spring Clinic – Girls Flag Football 🏈
Calling all future flag football stars! Join us for the Spring Clinic – Girls Flag Football at NCHS. Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this clinic is a great opportunity to learn from experienced coaches and have fun on the field. Stay tuned for registration details and dates!

☀️ NCHS Summer Camps – Register Now! ☀️

Get ready for an action-packed summer with NCHS Summer Camps! From athletics to skill-building activities, there's something for everyone.

Please note: Due to scheduled gym renovations, the following indoor sports camps are currently TBD:

• Girls/Boys Basketball
• Badminton

Stay tuned for updates on these camps as we work around the summer gym projects. All other NCHS Summer Camps are open for registration—don’t miss out on the chance to train, learn, and have fun!

📢 For full camp details and instructions:

NCHS Summer Camps

NCHS Summer Camp Instructions

Naperville 203 is looking for talented individuals to join our diverse team. Whether you're a licensed educator, passionate support staff, or interested in a seasonal position, we want you to be a part of our community!

Open Positions:

• Licensed Staff
• Educational Support Staff
• Seasonal Staff

🔗 Visit our website to learn more and submit your application today!

Huskie Robotics will compete at the Midwest Regional FIRST Robotics Competition on Friday, 3/28, and Saturday, 3/29, with 41 teams from 6 states and 5 countries. The event takes place at the Forest View Educational Center in Arlington Heights and is free to the public.

https://www.firstillinoisrobotics.org/frc/midwest-regional/

NCHS Bands proudly presents The Incredible Drumshow—a thrilling celebration of beloved comic book characters and the music they’ve inspired!

📅 Showtimes:
🎶 Friday, April 11 – 7:30 PM
🎶 Saturday, April 12 – 3:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Don't miss this action-packed musical experience! Grab your tickets now and join the fun! 🎟️✨

🔗 http://www.nchsdrumshow.com

Get to Know the Candidates Asking for Your Vote!

NCTV17’s Meet the Candidates interviews and Live Candidate Forums offer unbiased insights into the candidates running for the local School Boards (Districts 203 & District 204), Naperville City Council, and the Naperville Park District Board. Whether you've already voted or are still deciding, these resources provide valuable information to help you make an informed choice. Additionally, tune in for live election coverage on Tuesday, April 1st, starting at 8 PM on Channel 17 and NCTV17.org to stay updated on the latest election results.

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World-renowned authors and clinicians present relevant, research-based information to support positive youth development. Our free programs empower and strengthen families, individuals and communities by sharing practical strategies to help humans of every age thrive.

Explore upcoming events here: https://gpsparentseries.org/upcoming-events/

📅 April 10 – Meghan Leahy: Tap Into Your Intuition to Connect with Your Child and Go Easy on Yourself
📍 Zoom | Noon & 7 p.m. Sessions
Discover ways to strengthen your connection with your child while taking care of yourself.

📅 April 16 – Dr. Susan David & Dr. Kristin Neff: Emotional Agility: Skills to Navigate Change and Embrace Self-Compassion
📍 Zoom | Noon & 7 p.m. Sessions

Develop essential skills to adapt to change and practice self-compassion in everyday life.

✨ Don't miss these valuable sessions! Stay connected and informed—visit our website for more details.

The application period is open until April 12 for the SpringBoard Summer Series. Students with interests in healthcare, pharmacy, construction management and trades, or physical and life sciences can apply for career exploration sessions including classwork and field experiences.

https://kidsmatter2us.org/springboard-series/

www.alivecenter.org

Looking for a way for your teen to brush up on social skills, practice table etiquette, and gain confidence in a real-world setting?

Inside Out Club's Social Savvy event is a two-hour dinner experience where 10th-12th graders will learn essential life skills while enjoying a three-course meal at Hugo’s Frog Bar & Fish House in Naperville.

What They’ll Gain:
✔️ Unique experience to add to their resume
✔️ Creative ways to learn table etiquette
✔️ Tips on networking & relationship-building
✔️ Face-to-face social confidence builders

📍 Hugo’s Frog Bar & Fish House, Naperville
📅 Tuesday, April 15 OR Sunday April 27
⏰4p-6p

Sign Up Today! https://www.insideoutclub.org/skillsbox10/

360 Youth Services offers substance use prevention education, counseling, and housing. The organization serves youth and families in Naperville and the surrounding areas.

https://360youthservices.org/

This week's Virtual Backpack has been updated with new information on community programs.

Want to submit a flyer? Visit our website to learn more!