Eagle Extra

Hello Scott Families,

We wrapped up an exciting and busy week at school! Students were captivated by our Science Storm assemblies, where they explored weather patterns, lightning, and all things wild and windy. We also had an energetic and joyful Fun Run, and it was wonderful to see so many students showing school spirit, encouraging one another, and having fun while staying active. Along with classroom learning and other special activities, it was a week full of discovery, movement, and community.

Thank you for your ongoing support in helping make these experiences meaningful for our students, especially to our Home and School parents! We’re looking forward to another great week ahead.

With Gratitude,
Mrs. Tracey Ratner

Principal, Scott School

Monday, November 10th

Last Day to Sign Up for Gift Mart

2:30 - 3:30 PM Young Rembrandts (for those who signed up)

Tuesday, November 11th

Veterans Day Activities:

8:45 - 9:30 AM Assembly for Kindergarten through Second Grades

9:30 - 10:00 AM Reception for Veterans attending either assembly

10:00 - 10:45 AM Assembly for 3rd - 5th Grades

12:45 - 1:25 PM 4th Grade Full Band/Orchestra

1:35- 2:15 PM 5th Grade Full Band/Orchestra

2:30- 4:30 PM Lego League (for those who signed up)

2:30 - 3:30 PM Chess Wizards in the Art Room (for those who signed up)

Wednesday, November 12th

2:30 - 3:35 PM Spanish Ladder (for those who signed up)

Thursday, November 13th

2:30 - 4:30 PM Lego League (for those who signed up)

Friday, November 14th

No special events, regular day

Each week, we will feature information on school attendance, it's importance and our own school attendance statistics.

I am proud to announce that our weekly average for attendance this past week was 97%. Way to go everyone! Our goal is for our daily attendance to be 95% or higher, so we are on track. Our attendance dipped a little lower this week than it has been, so we will keep an eye on it!

Coming Next Week!

Giftmart is a shopping experience for under-resourced families in our community. Parents can shop for children who attend K-5 school paying just $2.00 for each item. Free Giftwrapping is on site. Giftmart is happening December 6, 2025. If your family is experiencing financial hardship and you are interested in participating in Giftmart 2025 please complete the confidential form here: Giftmart Interest before November 10th, 2025.

Contact Mrs. Stemm kcstemm@naperville203.org with questions

Join us in collecting new toys to support District 203 families facing economic hardship this winter season. Giftmart is a local event that supports 400+ kids in our district. Elementary school families attend a one day event where they shop for new donated toys for their kids. We will be collecting toys in our elementary schools, district office or they can be mailed directly to the event location through the wish lists below.

Target Wishlist https://www.target.com/gift-registry/gift/giftmartnaperville2025wishlist

Walmart Wishlist: https://www.walmart.com/lists/wishlist/a7a892da-0d67-421e-9288-5a2102a30329

We are looking forward to honoring past and present members of the United States Armed Forces at our assemblies on Tuesday, November 11th.

For those who have signed up to attend the

• Kindergarten through 2nd grade assembly (8:45 AM – 9:30 AM). Please arrive no later than 8:30 to sign in. You do NOT need to sign in again for the reception.

• Reception (9:30 - 10:00) prior to attending the 3rd - 5th grade assembly. Please arrive no later that 9:15 to sign in.

• 3rd through 5th grade assembly but not attending the reception (10:00 AM – 10:45 AM). Please arrive by 9:45 to sign in.

IMPORTANT - Parent Volunteers and Donations Needed. Please visit the sign up genius to Volunteer to help at the Assembly and contribute items for the Veterans Breakfast. Sign up by 11/8!

Thank you for helping us honor the incredible sacrifices of our veterans.

We are excited to move into our bingo board incentive for Trimester 2 starting on Monday! We will be using new Eagle bucks that we have in the workroom starting on Monday that are blue. Students can “buy” a square on the board for 10 eagle bucks (or you can do another number) each week, and then put their name in a square. On Friday during the morning announcements, I will call a random square, and any student who has their name in that box can come down to the office for a prize.

Great news! We also met our 7,500 goal for first trimester! Our Spirit Week will be November 17th through November 21st.

Spirit Week!

S–Silly Socks/Shirt day

C–Crazy Hair Day

O–Opposite Day

T–Tie Dye Day

T–Team Spirit Day

As you know, it is difficult to get all of the cars through the car line in the morning from 8:00- 8:15 AM. Therefore, we are going to work on making a change to the car line to try before the weather gets bad. The reason we have not allowed students to get out of the car on Warwick Avenue is because we don't have enough supervision. However, we are going to need to use Warwick if we want to be more efficient. Now that we have other areas of the car line in better working order and safer, we are in a better place to try this. Starting on Monday the 17th (not this Monday the 10th!), we are going to allow kids to get out of their cars on Warwick (only up to a certain point!). We have increased the number of supervision duties our staff have to accommodate for this. We will be putting additional signage where the drop off cut off will be on Warwick, along with a staff member there to support this.

Next week, we will work to get this in place so we are ready to try it on Monday, November 17th.

We are excited to announce a reboot of S.U.C.C.E.S.S at Scott School. S.U.C.C.E.S.S (School Using Coordinated Community Efforts to Strengthen Students) is a family-led organization, with the support of District 203 leadership, committed to empowering students who identify as African-American/Black and their families to enhance academic performance, foster family-school connectedness, and ensure that everyone is welcomed, valued, and respected. We welcome anyone who supports our mission.

S.U.C.C.E.S.S is hosting Huddles throughout the school year, and information on the dates/topics are attached in the document below. If you are interested in learning more or helping reboot Scott's program, please reach out to one of our parents, Mr. Thomas Morris, at morenaruto007@gmail.com.

We understand that some families in our community may be facing financial challenges, including the potential loss of SNAP benefits. We want to ensure all our families have access to essential support. Please use the trusted resources below for confidential assistance.

The Fastest Way to Get Help: DuPage 211

This is the central point for connecting with a wide range of services in DuPage County.

• Call: 2-1-1 (Available 24/7)
• Text: Text your ZIP code to 898-211
• What they offer: Confidential help connecting you to food pantries, shelter, utility assistance, health care, and mental health support.

Local Food Pantries Serving Our Area

These organizations offer free groceries and other necessities, often regardless of your SNAP status. Please click the links to learn more about what each organization requires for their food pantries, as some organizations have no requirements, while others require enrollment as a client, proof of residency in DuPage/Will Counties, etc.

People's Resource Center (PRC)

High Point Church - Care Center

West Suburban Food Community Pantry

4 Kids Sake Food Pantry

Northern Illinois Food Bank

Parent Volunteers and Donations Needed. Please visit the sign up genius to Volunteer to help at the Assembly and contribute items for the Veterans Breakfast. Sign up by 11/8!

Back by popular demand! Home & School and SFCP are offering a fun gathering for families with Breakfast Buddies. Each student is asked to choose someone special (aunt/uncle, mom/dad, grandma/grandpa, etc.) to join them for breakfast before school, where donuts and coffee/juice will be served in the Gymnasium. SFCP will offer three different dates for the event, so please pick ONE that works for your student and guest. Dates are Wednesday December 10th, Friday February 20th, and Wednesday April 29th.

RSVP https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090844A9A72FA2FA7-59286313-breakfast

Culver’s presents: SCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FAMILY DAY!

Thursday, November 20 All Day!!

10% of the dine-in, drive-thru, or take-out orders will be donated to Scott Home & School. See the flyer for details.

For all current information and to stay in touch with your Scott Home & School community, like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/scotthomeandschoolassociation/ or follow us on Instagram @scotthomeandschool

Sponsored by the Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian and the Illinois State Library's Illinois Center for the Book, Family Reading Night is an annual statewide event held the third Thursday in November to encourage families to spend quality time reading together.

For submissions to be included in the Eagle Extra, inquiries, or feedback, please email Tracey Ratner at tratner@naperville203.org or Sue Kelps at skelps@naperville203.org.

Email: tratner@naperville203.org

Website: https://www.naperville203.org/scott
Location: 500 Warwick Drive, Naperville, IL 60565

Phone: 630-420-6477