The Polaris Express
May 1, 2026
NORTH LINKS
DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
DISTRICT CALENDAR
LUNCH AT NORTH
NORTH BELL SCHEDULE
ACTIVITY BUS SCHEDULE
NORTH EVENT CALENDAR
INCLEMENT WEATHER
2025-2026 Start / End Times-Printable Version
SCHOOLOGY
MESSAGE FROM D303
At St. Charles North we are committed to fostering a school community grounded in dignity, where every student feels valued, respected, and a true sense of belonging. As part of this ongoing commitment, Dr. Gordon recently shared a message with our entire district community that further outlines the beliefs and expectations in D303. We encourage you to take a few moments to review this message here. Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting a positive and inclusive environment for all students.
NORTH NEWS
AP Student Exam Day Information
- Students and parents can review the AP Student Exam Day document for test dates, arrival times, room locations, and more. See your AP teacher or Mrs. Gomez with any questions.
Students should report for morning exams at the beginning of first period (7:15 a.m.). Students should report for afternoon exams at the beginning of 6th period (11:42 a.m. on Mon, Tues, Thurs, and Fri. and 11:45 a.m. on Wed). Afternoon exams will run past the regular school dismissal time.
Blue Fan Group Wants YOU!
Mission Statement: Blue Fan Group is the fanbase for St. Charles North High School. It is made up of student leaders who exemplify and drive the spirit of North Star Country. Blue Fan Group leaders plan events, select marketing and gear, and work to create an inclusive setting where students can show up for one another and drive our teams to victory.
Here is the direct link to the application for students to become a great addition to the BLUE FAN GROUP LEADERSHIP TEAM!
ISC INSIGHT
DEANS DESK
HEALTH SERVICES
COLLEGE, CAREER AND READINESS
Career and College Visits
College Visit Sign-up in SchooLinks
Log in to your SchooLinks account (https://app.schoolinks.com/).
On the Student Dashboard, click on the School Events section to see all upcoming college visits.
Click on the name of the visit you want to attend, and then click on the Register for this Event button.
Before attending the visit, make sure you pick up a College Visit Pass from our College & Career Readiness Office. You will need to fill out the form and have your teacher sign it before attending the visit. You will also be responsible for making up any missed work when attending a college visit.
If you have a conflict with a college visit, please email Ms. Adrienne Geiseman at adrienne.geiseman@d303.org for the college rep's contact information.
For Scheduled Virtual Visits: Click the link to enter the live virtual conference with a college rep. For the full listing go to the College Visit page on our CCR Website.
PEER TUTORING
Peer Tutoring
MAY
6th
13th
20th
- Meets in the LRC at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm -- Room
- We are also online in a Google Meet, which is good for those students who can't get a ride to school, who have a quick question, or who are absent from school.
- Students just need to put the nickname "peertutoringscn" into the code/nickname spot.
- Students do not need to sign-up ahead of time, but they are welcome to email me. If they are in search of a specific subject/class, and I can check our tutor roster to see if we have coverage for that subject/class.
Tutoring is provided courtesy of our junior and senior National Honor Society students.
If you have interested students, you can either have them email me directly or complete this Interest Form (LINK), and I'll get back to them!
You are welcome to join PT, too! If you are looking to offer some after-hours office hours, feel free to join us in the LRC Wednesday nights.
ATHLETIC NEWS
2026 Athletic Summer Camp Schedule
St. Charles North High School Summer Camp Brochure is FINALLY HERE!
Take a moment and review all the options we have available this upcoming summer.
The link is below for your convenience
DISTRICT NEWS
Join the Department of Student Services for the final SEPAC Event of the school year.
Empowering the Future: Post-Secondary Community Resource Fair for Individuals with Disabilities
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 from 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Lincoln Professional Learning Center (211 South 6th Ave.)
Please RSVP HERE
[RSVP Link = https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfN-QZnhFSgFBt646t9-LYMqE5c1oWawTbkK5IFFzsbAX7Pzg/viewform]
ASL and Spanish Interpreters will be available. Child Care will be provided by the Interact Club from East High School and D303 Staff.
Update on Facilities Committee Final Report at School Board’s Business Services Committee Meeting
At the April 27 meeting of the School Board’s Business Services Committee, D303 Leadership gave a presentation that includes a timeline of Board discussions about the D303 Communitywide Education Facilities Committee’s Final Report, which includes support for 16 facilities investments totaling an estimated $295.6 million. The presentation also includes an overview of D303’s budgeting process and strong fiscal stewardship.
Survey Coming: Make Your Voice Heard on D303 Facilities
We want your feedback on the condition of your schools and learning facilities. In mid-May, we will be sending all of D303 a postcard that includes a Facilities Survey. Please keep an eye out for it and share your feedback!
Voices of D303 Podcast Highlights Facilities Needs
The latest episode of the Voices of D303 podcast includes visits to Wild Rose Elementary School and North High School, to give the community a firsthand look at facilities challenges faced every day by D303 students, staff, and families. Check out this clip with North High School Athletic Director Joe Benoit.
Actualización sobre el Informe Final del Comité de Instalaciones Educativas durante la Reunión del Comité de Servicios de Negocios de la Junta Educativa
En la reunión del Comité de Servicios de Negocio de la Junta Educativa del 27 de abril, el personal de liderazgo del Distrito 303 realizó una presentación que incluía un cronograma de los debates de la Junta Educativa sobre el informe final del Comité Comunitario de Instalaciones Educativas del Distrito 303, en el que se respaldan 16 inversiones en instalaciones por un total estimado de $295.6 millones de dólares. La presentación también incluía una visión general del proceso presupuestario del Distrito 303 y de su sólida gestión fiscal.
Asista al último evento de SEPAC del año escolar, organizado por el Departamento de Servicios Estudiantiles.
Impulsando el futuro: Feria de recursos comunitarios de educación postsecundaria para personas con discapacidades
Miércoles 6 de mayo de 2026, de 5:30 a 6:30 pm
Centro de Aprendizaje Profesional Lincoln (211 South 6th Ave.)
Por favor, confirme su asistencia AQUÍ
[RSVP Link = https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfN-QZnhFSgFBt646t9-LYMqE5c1oWawTbkK5IFFzsbAX7Pzg/viewform]
Habrá intérpretes de lengua de señas americana (ASL) y de español. El servicio de cuidado infantil estará a cargo del Club Interact de East High School y del personal del Distrito 303.
SUMMER SCHOOL & CAMPS (Eng)
D303 offers a variety of summer school, athletic and music camp opportunities at our schools. 2026 Summer Camp and Summer School information will be updated on our webpage as new offerings become available
SUMMER SCHOOL & CAMPS (SPN)
El D303 ofrece una variedad de oportuniadades de escuela de verano y campamentos en nuestras escuelas. La informacion se actualizara en nuestra pagina web a medida que haya nuevas ofertas disponibles
FRL Applications
To ensure we are empowering all families with information throughout the school year in case their household circumstances change, please include the following in your upcoming newsletter. "Has there has been a change in circumstance in your household since the beginning of the school year, you are welcome to complete a Free and Reduced Lunch application to see if you qualify for additional support. These applications can be completed at any time throughout the academic year."
NSLP Application Form (English)
St. Charles North High School
Email: donna.nowak@d303.org
Website: north.d303.org
Location: 255 Red Gate Road, St. Charles, IL, USA
Phone: 331.228.4400