Bulldog News

Note from Mr. Dubinsky

Congratulations to Olivia and Ben on being recognized as outstanding fifth-grade students at the Illinois Principal Association Student Recognition Breakfast! Your hard work, leadership, and dedication make us proud!

Way to go Bulldogs!

🚨 Please complete 2026-27 registration as soon as possible

Thank you to the families who have registered for the 2026-27 school year. If you have not yet finished registering, please complete that step as soon as possible.

Families should use the individualized “SnapCode” that was sent in the U.S. mail to finish registering. If you did not receive your SnapCode, or you misplaced your SnapCode, please contact our school to re-prove residency.

It is important to complete registration as soon as possible so the district can plan for staffing and supplies. Delaying registration could mean your student is not able to attend their neighborhood school. More info: https://bit.ly/3PXiVhJ

Upcoming Events

May 1-3: ‘Shrek the Musical’ at Glen Crest

May 4: Week of MAP testing grades K-5

May 5: Parent Series: Unlocking potential in a tech-filled world, noon and 7 p.m.

May 6: Parent Series: How ‘wonder’ helps kids thrive, noon and 7 p.m.

May 7: Movie Night grades 4-5 (SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER)

May 8: Movie Night grades 1-3 (SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER)

May 13: Spring orchestra concerts at Glen Crest

May 14: PTC meeting, 7 p.m. (in-person or zoom)

May 14: Briar Glen Art Club art show, 6-7 p.m.

May 18: Board of Education meeting, 7 p.m.

May 19: Spring band concerts at Glen Crest

May 20: Community blood drive at Glen Crest, 2-6 p.m.

May 22: Field Day

May 25: No school (Memorial Day)

May 27: Field Day rain date

May 27: Glen Crest promotion ceremony, 7 p.m.

May 28: Morning attendance (last day of school)

The yearbook cover winner is...

Please join Briar Glen in congratulating Coco, a fifth-grader, whose artwork was selected as the official cover for this year’s Briar Glen Yearbook! Coco's design stood out for its creativity and school spirit. Coco was beyond excited when I shared she was the winner.

Thank you to every student who submitted an entry. Everyone did a great job. Yearbooks will be passed out on Tuesday, May 26.

Starting Monday, May 4, the office will have a limited quantity of extra yearbooks at the cost of $17 each. Any yearbooks purchased will be held until they are all distributed on May 26. Cash only, thank you.

Briar Glen Welcomed Author Jasmine Warga

Today, we celebrated the culmination of our One Book, One School experience with a special visit from Jasmine Warga, author of A Rover's Story. Students were thrilled to meet the author behind the story of Resilience, a Mars rover whose journey highlights courage, perseverance, friendship, and empathy. Jasmine shared her writing journey, connected with students, and helped make this year’s shared family reading experience a memorable one.

Dram Club performed The Quest for Pixie Dust

Our amazing dram club performed The Quest for Pixie Dust. For months, students worked hard memorizing lines, designing sets, gathering props, and coordinating sound and music to bring the production to life. Everyone should be proud of themselves. A special shoutout goes to our directors: Mrs. Druger, Mrs. Grashel and Ms. Lillwitz.

Cheer on Glen Crest athletes at May 3 Special Olympics Spring Games

The community is invited to cheer on the five Glen Crest athletes who will be competing in the 2026 Special Olympics Spring Games on Sunday, May 3: Sixth grader Simra Khan; sixth grader Oliver Lamar; eighth grader Quinn Ruden; eighth grader Hazel Tieman; and eighth grader Eddie White. The Glen Crest athletes will participate in events between 11:30 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. More info: https://bit.ly/42zaZWL

Our PTC is excited to host upcoming movie nights for students! Families are asked to complete and return the permission slip by Monday, May 4.

Fourth and fifth graders are invited to attend on Thursday, May 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. First through third graders can join on Friday, May 8, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. The movie for both nights is "GOAT", rated PG.

Tickets are $5 per student, and payment can be made by cash, check, or Zelle. Be sure to fill out all required information so your child can enjoy this fun evening with friends! The form will be coming home and is also attached below.

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Our Briar Glen movie nights are quickly approaching! We are in need of some volunteers, as well as some popcorn and water for both nights. Check the lists below and sign up where you can! We truly appreciate your help in making these nights a fun success for our kids!

Here is an Amazon wishlist for your convenience on donations. If you prefer to buy in person and drop off, please bring to 1902 Doncaster Ct. Wheaton. You can just place on the bench or the porch. If you choose to go the Amazon wishlist route, please still sign up for what you plan on purchasing, and make note of using Amazon. We ask that you please drop off or have delivered by Wednesday, May 3rd.

Thank you so much for all of the support!

Briar Glen PTC

Parent Series: Breaking up with screens and unlocking kids’ potential (May 5)

Parents and tweens are invited to a special Glenbard Parent Series two-hour event focused on the impact of smartphones and social media on children. The speaker will be Catherine Price, the author of “How to Break Up with Your Phone” and co-author of “Amazing Generation”, which she co-wrote with Jonathan Haidt, the author of “Anxious Generation”. The two events will be held at noon and 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5. Preview More information, including watch party locations: https://bit.ly/3OxybSb

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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