Weekly Update: October 20, 2026

Parent-Teacher Conferences for preschool, elementary, middle and high school will take place on Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. On Monday, November 2, 2026 the conferences will be offered from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Parents and guardians are reminded of Board Policy 7:190 (Student Behavior), which explicitly outlines the district's strict stance on prohibited items and behavior.

No weapons or guns of any kind are allowed on school property. Additionally, toy guns, look-alike guns, BB guns, gel blasters, or water guns/blasters are not allowed on school property. This also includes pocket knives, key knives and look alike knives. Bringing any item that looks like a weapon to school is a severe violation of school rules. Any student who brings any of these items to school will face serious disciplinary consequences, which may include suspension or expulsion as well as legal action.

Please talk with your child and remind them of our strict policies related to these types of items on campus.

Digital Citizenship Week is from October 19 through October 23.

Digital citizenship isn't just a one-week event in IPSD 204; it is woven into our curriculum and daily learning environment throughout the entire school year:

Curriculum Integration: Through our LMC (Library Media Center) and technology courses, students routinely engage with picture books, literature, and hands-on lessons aligned with digital citizenship, which include topics such as media literacy, online privacy & safety, digital footprints, and AI literacy.

Focus on Digital Well-Being & Mental Health: Across all grade levels, we emphasize healthy screen habits, managing digital distractions, and recognizing how online interactions affect mental health and emotional well-being.

Family Connection: Start the Conversation at Home

You are our most important partner in helping students navigate the digital world. Here are some helpful resources to get you started:

Family webinar: Raise a Critical Thinker for Learning and Life

Family game: Two Truths and AI

Digital Connections interactive video series for families

Congratulations to the 218 Charity Heroes from across District 204 who ran or walked in Sunday’s Endeavor Health Half Marathon, 10K and 5K! Team IPEF is still taking donations through October 31. If you would like to support Team IPEF runners from your school, you can donate at the Team IPEF webpage.

The next regular Board of Education meeting is at 7 p.m on Monday, November 9, 2026 at the Crouse Education Center, 780 Shoreline Drive, Aurora. Meeting agendas and documents will be available online prior to the meeting. Video of the regular meeting can be streamed live or viewed the following day at the District’s YouTube channel.

View board salutes here.

SUBMIT A PHOTO TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE PHOTO OF THE WEEK

(If your submitted photo is featured as a Photo of the Week in an upcoming Weekly Update, you will win a $25 Amazon gift card.)

The City of Aurora, in partnership with the U.S. Census Bureau, has launched its 2026 Special Census initiative, targeting new construction and development within the City to establish a more complete and accurate count of total population. Field representatives will verify information in some neighborhoods/households for quality control now through November 13, 2026.

Learn more about the 2026 Special Census.

Indian Prairie School District is a Promotional Partner with the GPS Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families—one of the nation’s premier parenting resources.

For more than 30 years, the GPS Parent Series has connected parents, educators, professionals, and communities with world-renowned authors, clinicians, and researchers who provide practical, research-based guidance on the most important issues facing today’s youth and families. Through this partnership, our [members/families] have free access to over 50 programs each year, covering all ages and stages—from early childhood through adolescence and into college and career planning.

Programs are offered at noon and 7 p.m., available in four languages, and include virtual, hybrid, and in-person opportunities—making it easy for everyone to participate.

Together with GPS, we are committed to supporting the well-being, resilience, and success of every family. We encourage you to take advantage of this valuable resource and share it with others in our community.

Get a sneak peek at the upcoming year, view past presentations, and access helpful resources at GPSParentSeries.org.

VOTE411 for Nonpartisan Election Information (2026)

Join Scouting this Fall 2026!

Join Girl Scouts! (2026)

Real-Life Lab

Family Volunteer Event - Toys for Rescue Animals

OPUS Holiday Workshop and Concerts (2026)

YMCA Kids/Teen Fitness Classes (fall 2026)

Science in a Snap Video Contest - Deadline Extended!

Fox Valley Park District - 2nd Grade FREE Swim Lessons

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10/22/26: Parent/Teacher Conferences (4:30 - 8:30 p.m.)

10/23/26: No School - Institute Day

11/2/23: No School - Parent/Teacher Conferences (8 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4:30 - 8 p.m.)

11/3/26: No School - General Election

11/9/26: Board of Education meeting (7 p.m.)

11/23/26 - 11/27/26: No School - Thanksgiving Break