Bulldog News

Note from Mr. Dubinsky

We’re excited to bring back tetherball for our third, fourth, and fifth graders! Students have been learning the rules and how to play during PE, and they’re already having a blast.

Basic tetherball rules:

Two players face off
The goal is to hit the ball so that the rope wraps completely around the pole in your direction.
One player hits clockwise, and the other hits counterclockwise.
Players take turns hitting the ball with their hands (open or closed).
You can’t catch, hold, or throw the ball (only hit it).
You can’t touch the rope or the pole.
The game ends when the ball is wrapped tightly around the pole and can’t unwind.

9/11 Flag Ceremony with Cub Scout Pack 382

On September 11, Briar Glen students proudly participated in a special Flag Ceremony. As part of Cub Scout Pack 382, the students presented the school with a new American flag. During the ceremony, we also honored local Marine Corps Sgt. Bulley for his service as a radio technician and platoon leader. Thank you to Cub Scout Pack 382!

Lockdown drill on Tuesday, September 16

On Tuesday, September 16, Briar Glen students will be participating in the regular lockdown drill with the Wheaton Police Department. This drill is similar to the drills that students participate in each year. It involves teachers locking their classroom doors, turning off lights, and students practicing strategies to stay safe.

During the drill, a police officer will walk through the building with me, ensuring that each door is secured. The drill should take less than 10 minutes. Please use this as an opportunity to also have a discussion with your child(ren) at home about safety and staying calm during any emergency situation at school.

These drills are an important part of keeping our school safe. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to me.

Get ready for our Briar Glen Bulldog Fun Run fundraiser!

We’re thrilled for this year’s fundraiser, Briar Glen Bulldog Fun Run! Our goal is to raise $35,000 for a new playground structure to benefit our students.

Why are we excited?

✅ Easy-to-use fundraising platform

✅ Character-building program

✅ Fitness celebration event for every student!

Families will gather donations through MyBooster.com by simply sharing your student’s page with friends and family. Every share makes a difference!

Students will also enjoy 'Star Quest 5,' a character-building adventure where they'll learn important values through space-themed figures and activities.

⭐ Key dates:

💻 Sign up opens at MyBooster.com – September 19

🎉 Kickoff in school – October 3

👟 Event day – October 17

Check out the plans below for the new playground. 👇

Classroom party volunteer sign-up (2025–26)

Thank you for volunteering! Each family may sign up for multiple parties and children. We will ensure that every parent who signs up has at least one opportunity to help. CLICK HERE to sign up.

One form per family, please.

If more than one parent/guardian would like to volunteer, include both names and emails in the parent information section below. This ensures we can schedule fairly while keeping all communication in one place.

🚨Headroom Parents Still Needed:

5th Grade: White
3rd Grade: Barth
3rd Grade: Hsu
Kindergarten: Paridy & Lillwitz
PreK AM & PM: all teachers

* The form will close Monday, September 15, at 11:59 p.m.

Briar Glen is hiring a full-time instructional aide

Are you interested in working full-time at Briar Glen School? We have an instructional aide position available.

If interested, 👉 click here and apply today!

Play, sing, make crafts at “Everybody Belongs” inclusive family event on September 19

All CCSD 89 families are invited to bowl, play soccer, sing songs, and make crafts at the “Everybody Belongs: A CCSD 89 Family Night” inclusive event from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, September 19, at Glen Crest Middle School.

Students will be able to participate in bowling and soccer games that have been adapted so students with disabilities can play alongside their peers. In the cafeteria, a music therapist will lead students and families in songs while other students create art.

More info: http://bit.ly/47tXg7D

CCSD 89 students are free at Glenbard South 'Raider Pride' football game on September 19

CCSD 89 students who wear their school colors or Glenbard South High School colors (red and blue) can get in free to the high school football game on September 19, which is “Raider Pride” night. CCSD 89 students are invited to form part of the tunnel for players to run through. All students must be accompanied by an adult. Info: https://5il.co/3pieo

Interested in volunteering?

If you are interested in volunteering please scan the QR code or click here.

Some volunteer opportunities:

Book fair
Bulldog Run
Picture day
Plant sale
Spiritwear
Teacher appreciation
Yearbook
Boosterthon Fun Run
Field day
Fifth grade fling
Treat cart

Upcoming Events

September 15: International Dot Day (see graphic above)
September 15: Board of Education meeting, 7 p.m.

September 17: Parent Series: The secret strengths of introverts, noon and 7 p.m.

September 18: PTC Meeting, 7 p.m. (in-person or join zoom)
September 18: Parent Series: Herramientas prácticas para el bienestar, 7 p.m.

September 19 : ‘Everybody Belongs’ CCSD 89 inclusive family event, 4-6 p.m.

September 25: Parent Series: Raising addiction-resistant kids, noon and 7 p.m.

September 30: Parent Series: Understanding inflexible children, noon and 7 p.m.

October 2: Parent Series: Smart and healthy discipline, 7 p.m.

October 7: Parent Series: Break the cycle of worry, noon and 7 p.m.

October 9: Parent Series: Career planning for the next generation, noon and 7 p.m.

October 10: No school (Teacher Institute)

October 13: No school (Columbus/Indigenous Peoples Day)

October 15: Parent Series: Communicating with young people, noon and 7 p.m.

October 16: PTC meeting, 7 p.m. (in-person or join zoom)

October 16: Parent Series: Aprenderán acerca de la admisión a la universidad de principio a fin, 7 p.m.

October 17: Boosterthon Fun Run

October 20: Board of Education meeting, 7 p.m.

October 21: Parent Series: Raising spirited children, noon and 7 p.m.

October 23: Evening conferences

October 24: No school (conferences)

October 30: Preschool Halloween parties

October 31: K-5 Halloween parties

Parent Series: The secret strengths of introverts (September 17)

At noon and 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 17, author Susan Cain will present a guide to understanding the introverted personality and discuss how introverts think and work in ways that are crucial to today’s society. Cain will help families see why quiet kids should be raised to appreciate this strength. More info: https://bit.ly/3VbBRZw

The GPS Parent Series hosts free presentations on students and parenting. Full schedule of speakers at: https://gpsparentseries.org/

Parent Series: Herramientas practicas para el bienestar (18 de septiembre)

Erika Quezada es psicóloga clínica licenciada y coach profesional certificada. A las 19 horas del jueves 18 de septiembre, Quezada se une a la Serie de Padres GPS para ofrecer un seminario web interactivo lleno de herramientas prácticas y apoyo emocional para enfrentar el estrés, la incertidumbre y las demandas complejas de la crianza y el cuidado en la actualidad. Más información: https://bit.ly/3VbBRZw

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Students, families can report crises and threats through Safe2Help

Students and families can confidentially call, email, or text the Safe2Help tip line to report bullying, threats, or classmates in crisis. Students or families can call (844) 4-SAFE-IL, which is (844) 472-3345; text SAFE2, which is 72332; email Help@Safe2HelpIL.com; or submit tips through the online form. Safe2Help submissions are monitored every hour of every day. More info: https://bit.ly/3BPxObO