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Weekly Update

March 20, 2024

Weekly Update  March 20, 2024
Weekly Update March 20, 2024

NO SCHOOL: March 25 - 29 NO SCHOOL: March 25 - 29

Have a restful and relaxing Spring Break!

Mental Health Symposium - Keynote Video Available Mental Health Symposium - Keynote Video Available

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The Mental Health Symposium was held on Saturday, March 9 at Metea Valley High School. Attendees participated in a keynote session, by author Dr. Devorah Heitner, a panel discussion with local experts, a variety of breakout sessions, a community resource fair, and a book fair. A video of the keynote by Dr. Devorah Heitner is now available. Presentation slides for the keynote and all sessions are available on the Mental Health Symposium webpage. Videos of select breakout sessions will be available soon on the district's website and YouTube channel.

Get Fit with Your Student! Get Fit with Your Student!

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Looking for a fun family fitness opportunity? You and your student can join Team IPEF 2024 together! Walk or run together in the 5K, 10K, or half marathon as part of our eleventh Anniversary Team. Back this year: any student who registers with a parent only needs to meet a $25 charity fundraising minimum! Students must be six years old by Race Day (October 20) to participate in the 5K or 10K and at least 14 years old to participate in the half marathon. Represent your school with pride and join us for the fun! Register between March 1 – April 30. Find out more on our Team IPEF 2024 Registration Page.

Resources for Parents Resources for Parents

Linden Oaks Webinar Series

Webinar- Virtual
Wednesday, March 20 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Title: Managing Your Teen’s Anger While Keeping Your Cool

  • Speaker: Maurice McCLain, LCPC, CADC
  • Identify triggers and causes of anger.
  • Understand that anger is more than an emotion.
  • Learn skills for your teen and yourself to manage anger.
  • Register » VIRTUAL WEBINAR
Glenbard Parent Series

Dr. Mario Guzman

In-person (FREE)

La relación padre-hijo: Equilibrar el amor y la autoridad/The Parent Child Relationship: Balancing Love and Authority

Thursday, March 21 | 6 – 7 PM

More information here.

Lynn Lyons
https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/83158633673 (FREE)
Understanding Social Anxiety and the Complexity of Teen Relationships
Thursday, April 4 | 12 – 1 PM

More information here.

Lynn Lyons
https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/89050327558 (FREE)
Understanding Social Anxiety and the Complexity of Teen Relationships
Thursday, April 4 | 7 – 8 PM

More information here.

360 Youth Services

Operation Snowball 3-day Retreat

Bus seats and cabin bunks are filling up for the iconic high school overnight retreat known as Snowball! The upcoming weekend retreat is April 26-28 at Camp Lorado Taft. Transportation is provided to the overnight event, as well as meals, and Friday is considered an excused absence for a field trip. This teen-led/adult-guided retreat - themed "We Can See Clearly Now" - offers students the opportunity to discover something about themselves, make friends, relax and have some fun. The weekend theme focuses on self-care and self-reflection! Registration closes Friday, April 12...so don’t wait!

Calling all D203 and D204 high school students!

Are you interested in gaining service hours and being a part of the Youth Advisory Committee's National Prevention Week video? YAC would love to know why you choose to be alcohol-free! Email a few paragraphs to the YAC Coordinator Sindlecoffer@360youthservices.org on why you choose to be alcohol-free. Please avoid past use or scare tactics. This will be anonymous, so your face and name will not be shown in the video, just your reasons! Submissions will be accepted until Saturday, March 30! Follow YAC on IG at YAC_360 .

KidsMatter

KidsMatter Senior High School Board for 2024-25

Applications are open for KidsMatter Senior High School Board! This leadership opportunity is for students currently in grades 9-11 who want to organize initiatives for their peers while having fun and building relationships. Apply here by May 19!

Summer Springboard Series

Students ages 16 and up are invited to apply to participate in the KidsMatter Springboard Series this summer to explore careers in healthcare, including mental health. Earn college credit and gain practical experience to help guide your career choices! Learn more and apply here. The application deadline is April 12 and applicants will be notified of the decision by the week of April 22. A total of 60 applicants will be accepted. This program is funded by a grant from Endeavor Health’s Community Investment Fund, which enables students to participate at no cost.

Next Board of Education Meeting: April 8, 2024 Next Board of Education Meeting: April 8, 2024

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The next regular Board of Education meeting is at 7 PM on Monday, April 8, 2024 at the Crouse Education Center, 780 Shoreline Drive, Aurora. Meeting agendas and documents will be available online prior to the meeting. Video of the regular meeting can be streamed live or viewed the following day at the District’s YouTube channel.


View March 11, 2024 Board Salutes here.

Third-Party Educational Programs Third-Party Educational Programs

The following companies have rented space in our schools to offer an after-school educational program for students. The distribution of this material is in no way an endorsement of programs, services, activities, or products by District 204. For more information, visit programs.

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - White Eagle

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - Kendall

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - Young

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - Welch

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - Steck

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - Spring Brook

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - Owen

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - McCarty

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - Gombert

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - Fry

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - Cowlishaw

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - Clow

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - Brooks

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes for Kids - Brookdale

Learn Vibrato and Shifting, Suzuki Group Lessons - Violin,Viola, Cello - Welch

Absolute Beginner, Suzuki Group Lessons - Violin, Viola, Cello - Welch

This Week's e-Folder This Week's e-Folder

This week's e-Folder has been updated with information on community programs. For more information about the programs listed below, visit the 204 e-Folder.


Ray Chinese Summer Camp
The Conservation Foundation Spring Club
Wheatland Athletic Association Sports Leagues For Kids
Wildcat Summer STEM Camp
STEAM Camps at NIU
Opus Chamber Music Camp
Imperfect Angels Organization Presents Girls Glow-up Empowerment Summit 2024

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