Panther Press of Wild Rose
July 24, 2026
HIGHLIGHTS
Picture Day
New Information System
Classroom Assignments
Big Hearts Back-to-School Program
Kindergarten T-shirt Form
Kinder Playdates
Free Summer Meals
Other Information & Important Dates
Important Dates
August 10 - Picture Day 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Community Room
August 10 - Welcome Back Day 4:00 - 6:00 pm
August 12 - First Day of School 9:05 - 3:25 pm
Picture Day is All Day August 10th from 9:00 am to 6:00 PM Wild Rose Community Room
Picture Day for Wild Rose Elementary School is scheduled for
Monday, Aug 10.
This event's Order Code is 0497BDF.
Online ordering is available before and after Picture Day. Shipping and handling charges may apply to orders placed after Picture Day.
Picture Day is coming up on 08/10/2026! Order before Picture Day to receive free shipping to the school. Order online at https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0497BDF.
Classroom Assignments
Wild Rose Families -
With the district's shift to a new management system, communication regarding classroom placements for students will look a little different this year.
All elementary families will be receiving an email message communicating their child's classroom teacher on Friday, July 31st prior to 4:00 PM. This will be sent through FinalSite, which is the system we use to send our Wild Rose weekly newsletters (Panther Press). If you do not see an email by the end of the day on July 31st, please check your Spam folder.
Teachers will reach out to introduce themselves through email prior to the first day of school.
As a reminder, we will host "Backpack Night" on Monday, August 10th from 4:00 - 6:00. Students will be able to drop off supplies and meet teachers at that time. More information will be sent out prior to this date. Picture day is also ALL DAY on August 10th in the community room from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. We highly recommend families come throughout the day to get their pictures done.
We can't wait to see our students and families soon!
Theresa Solomon
NEW INFORMATION SYSTEM
D303's New Student Information System Called Synergy
Dear Parent/Guardian,
All schools in St. Charles CUSD 303 have moved to Synergy SIS as the district’s new student information system, replacing HAC (Home Access Center). ParentVUE is the secure parent/guardian portal where you will be able to view your student's information, such as grades, report cards, attendance, and online registration.
Please activate your ParentVUE account by following the steps below.
Activate Your Account
Click here to begin: ParentVUE Account Activation
Review the Privacy Statement.
Click I Accept at the bottom of the page.
Create your username and password, and enter your email address.
Click Complete Account Activation.
You will then be logged into ParentVUE!
Important Notes
Initially, you will see one tile: Student Information.
Student Information: We kindly ask that you click into Student Information and verify that your student’s information is accurate. If edits are necessary, click Edit Information.
On August 10 in the afternoon, you will see additional information and tiles in the portal.
Each parent/guardian should create their own account. Do not share accounts.
You only need one account, even if you have multiple children enrolled in the district.
You must activate your web portal account before using the mobile app.
Students in middle and high school will receive their own StudentVUE accounts, which provide similar information. Please do not give your student(s) your ParentVUE login credentials.
Using the ParentVUE Mobile App
Download the free ParentVUE app by Edupoint from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Open the app and either allow location services or type your zip code, then tap the district name.
Log in using the username and password you created during activation.
If you need assistance, please contact your student's school.
Thank you for completing your ParentVUE activation!
Sincerely,
St Charles Community Unit School District 303
Incoming Kindergarten Families
Please fill out the form by July 25th to receive the correct size for your incoming kindergartener!!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdLGzCCW4l-w02I3lGNX8jleN28VmcU9P9wn19v4v9hQcYLVg/viewform
Summer Cub Scout Meet Up
BIG HEARTS BACK-TO-SCHOOL PROGRAM
SCHOOL PHYSICALS
School Physical and Immunization Requirements:
Attention parents of incoming Kindergarten, 6th and 9th grade students! Per Illinois school code, your student will need a school physical and a complete record of immunizations prior to the first day of school next year, which is August 12, 2026. Make your appointments today. These appointments fill up quickly! Please contact your school nurse prior to May 27, 2026 if you need a copy of your child's immunizations. Please note - a sport physical is not the same as a school physical! You may turn the required forms into your school nurse anytime. Please remember to make a copy for your own records!
BAND RECRUITMENT
PTO MAY NEWSLETTER
FOOD AND FEE WAIVERS
Families who wish to learn more about Free and Reduced-Price Meals or fee waivers can find information and application links on the District 303 website under Parents & Community.
• For Free and Reduced-Price Meals, visit: district.d303.org/foodservices
• For Fee Waivers, visit: district.d303.org/fee-waivers
Applications are available year-round for families whose household circumstances may have changed.
FREE SUMMER MEALS
AN OPTIONAL WAY TO PURCHASE SCHOOL SUPPLIES
WILD ROSE DATES TO REMEMBER
District 303 Partners With GPS Parent Series
District 303 is proud to partner with the Glenbard Parent Series (GPS) to offer our families broader access to information sessions and resources that support their child’s development.
For decades, GPS has been offering free programs that aim to empower and strengthen families, individuals and communities. As a partner organization, District 303 will support promoting upcoming programs and their importance to our local community.
SUMMER BAND CAMP
Summer Band Camp
All current band students are invited and encouraged to attend the Summer Band Camp from July 20th - 30th. This fun camp will help you keep up your playing skills over the summer and better prepare you for next school year.
Questions? Contact Mr. Ricardo Quinonez at ricardo.quinonez@d303.org.
COMMUNITY BACKPACK
Wild Rose Elementary School
Email: Theresa.solomon@d303.org
Website: wildrose.d303.org
Location: 36W730 Red Haw Lane, St. Charles, IL 60174
Phone: (331)228-3000