Aug. 9, 2024
Shine Bright with Supt. Rebecca A. Jenkins
Welcome Back, District 70 Families:
As the summer days draw to a close, I am thrilled to welcome you all back to another exciting school year at Libertyville District 70. I hope you have enjoyed a wonderful break, filled with rest, adventure, and cherished moments with family and friends.
We are eager to start the new academic year and see the vibrant hallways and classrooms filled with the enthusiasm and energy that our students bring each day. Our students truly are the heart and soul of our schools, and their return brings new opportunities for growth, learning, and connection. Our dedicated teachers and staff have been hard at work preparing engaging lessons and experiences to ignite curiosity and foster a love for learning.
As we begin this new year together, I want to share a few important updates with you:
Monday, Aug. 12, from 6-8 p.m., Fall Preview at HMS for middle school students/families.
Tuesday, Aug. 13, from 9-11 a.m., Fall Preview at HMS for middle school students/families.
Thursday, Aug. 15, from 1:45-2:45 p.m. Supply drop off at home schools for 1st-5th graders.
Monday, Aug. 19, First full day of school for 1st-8th graders.
Monday, Aug. 19, from 9:45-10:45 a.m., Kindergarten Kick-Off.
Tuesday, Aug. 20, First full day of school for kindergartners.
Tuesday, Aug. 20, First day of classes for Little Sprouts preschoolers.
We can’t wait for another fantastic school year where our students and staff Shine Bright in all they do! Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we work together to create a nurturing and inspiring educational environment for all our students.
Shine Bright,
Rebecca
Rebecca A. Jenkins
Superintendent of Schools
Libertyville School District 70
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Little Sprouts Preschool camped out at the Libertyville Farmers Market this summer. It's not too early to join next school year's class list!
More than 600 door locks have been changed and updated over the summer to improve safety and security.
Join the Safety & Security Committee
D70 is looking for parents and guardians who are interested in joining a committee that focuses on the safety and security of our students and staff.
The D70 Safety and Security Committee, under the new leadership of Director of Safety & Security Austin Johnson, will meet three times throughout the school year. If you are interested in joining the district safety committee please fill out this form or click on the button below. Safety of our students and staff is a shared responsibility and we look forward to working with each of you on this district priority.
Dates:
- Tuesday, Oct. 15
- Tuesday, Jan. 21
- Tuesday, April 22
Join a Coffee Connection with New Asst. Supt. of Student Services
I am thrilled to join District 70 and can't wait to start connecting with everyone.
Save the Date:
- Coffee Connection
- Tuesday, Sept. 3rd
- 9-10 a.m. and 5-6 p.m.
I look forward to meeting you and getting to know all of you.
--Zuica Donev, Asst. Supt. of Student Services
Info on Student Devices
As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we want to share some important information regarding the management of student devices. Our goal is to ensure that every student is equipped to succeed while maintaining the highest standards of care and responsibility.
Student Expectations and Support Resources
At District 70, we are committed to providing students with the tools they need for a successful learning experience. We also expect students to take responsibility for their technology devices.
Appropriate and proper use of technology will be discussed with students throughout the year.
Families should review the Technology Responsible Use & Safety Document that can be found on the technology page of the district website. Please note that this document was linked to and agreed upon by all families as part of the registration process.
Process for Handling Broken, Lost, or Stolen Devices
Students and families can submit a request for support by visiting help.d70schools.org and logging into the ticketing system using the student’s district Google account.
What You Can Expect from Our Technology Team
Our technology team is dedicated to supporting students and families throughout this process.
Reference to Fees for Broken, Lost, or Stolen Items
While we strive to minimize any additional costs to families, it is important to manage our resources effectively. The fee structure for broken, lost, or stolen devices is detailed in the Technology Responsible Use & Safety Document. We encourage you to review this document to understand the applicable fees and responsibilities that were agreed upon at registration.
We believe these measures will help us better manage our resources and ensure that all students have the tools they need for a successful school year.
Thank you for your attention to these important matters. We appreciate your cooperation and support as we work together to provide the best possible learning environment for our students. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Camp Invention brought out the creativeness in more than 100 students who participated in a weeklong STEAM adventure.
Families Learning Together
Families Learning Together is a District 70 initiative providing learning opportunities for our parents, caregivers, and the community in an adult-only setting. Throughout the school year, D70 would like to host family events that are informative and relevant for our families.
We are looking for suggestions for this year's Families Learning Together series. Last year we hosted nine events throughout the school year. Topics included: Media Literacy and Social Emotional Learning; Self Care and Stress Management for Busy Families; General Safety Tips and Threat Assessment Information; Raising a Drug-Free Teen; CKLA Information for Parents and more!
This year we are looking for new topics that are relevant to our families and caregivers. Please fill out this form if you have a topic you would like to suggest. Thank you!
