Weekly Update
August 26, 2025
In observance of Labor Day, our offices and schools will be closed. We’ll see you on Tuesday, September 2!
The Indian Prairie School District Board of Education is embarking on a search for the next superintendent, and your voice matters in shaping the future of our district!
Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts in the anonymous Superintendent Search Survey. Your feedback will help guide the Board of Education during this important process.
Complete the survey by Friday, September 12 at 5 PM.
Superintendent Search Webpage
HYA facilitators will be hosting the final online forum for community members for you to share your thoughts about the professional qualifications and personal attributes you want to see in the new superintendent as well as what you believe are the key priorities for the new leader to address this next school year.
Community open forum will be held:
Thursday, August 28 from 7:00 - 8:00 PM
The link for these sessions is:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6872610179?omn=84680179643
or you can join by telephone by dialing (312) 626-6799; meeting ID is 687 261 0179
District 204’s Volunteer Program, GIVE (Growing Involvement, Valuing Education) is continuing this year through the Raptor Technologies system. The GIVE Program, aligned with the district’s Strategic Plan, helps recruit and support volunteers across the district in areas such as Boosters, Fine Arts, LMC, PTA, and IPPC events.
To volunteer, please be sure to:
- Complete the district’s Consent Form (English or Spanish)
- Submit a new Online Application (English or Spanish) through the Raptor Technologies system.
- Upload the Consent Form into your Online Application.
Both forms are available on our Volunteer Program webpage. This process keeps volunteer records consistent across all District 204 schools.
Returning Volunteers (2025–26 School Year):
If you are a returning volunteer, you will need to reapply once your application expires. Raptor Technologies will email you directly when your volunteer status is about to expire.
If you have questions about the program, please contact Jeannie Dina, Assistant Director of Community Relations at jeannie_dina@ipsd.org.
The Indian Prairie Parents’ Council (IPPC), in partnership with District 204, is continuing the Families Helping Families program for a second year. This program provides support to families experiencing hardships or homelessness. By contributing monetary donations or gift cards, your support makes a difference for families in our community.
Donations will help under-resourced families at the start of the school year and during the winter holiday season. Community members can help by visiting the online store to purchase gift cards or donate.
The program runs throughout the end of the school year.
For questions, please contact IPPC 1st Vice President and Unity Chair, Amy Valley, at ippcpta@gmail.com. If your family is going through a difficult time, please reach out to your school social worker for support and resources.
The Indian Prairie Parents’ Council is once again hosting their annual winter coat drive to benefit District 204 students and families in need. This program gathers new and gently used clean winter coats and accessories (including boots, snow pants, hats, scarves and mittens) that will be offered at no cost to families in need. Students and parents are encouraged to bring their donated items to their school between August 25 and September 19. Collection boxes will be available in the entrance of each school.
If you have questions about the coat drive, please contact IPPC 1st VP and Unity Chair, Amy Valley at ippcpta@gmail.com.
The next regular Board of Education meeting is at 7 PM on Monday, September 8, 2025 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.
Submit an A+ Award nomination for an exceptional teacher or staff member that has made an impact on you or your student. The Indian Prairie Educational Foundation (IPEF) is proud to recognize outstanding staff members who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of our students. One staff member will be recognized each month and awarded a check for $1,000! All submitted essays are shared with the nominees quarterly. Nominations will be kept for consideration until the end of the current school year. Nominees must currently work in the district.
To nominate someone who is making a difference, visit the A+ Award Page.
GPS Parent Series is Here to Empower Parents and Strengthen Families
This year, GPS Parent Series proudly celebrates 30 years of providing FREE, expert-led resources to support families. Their 1-hour programs equip parents, caregivers, and educators with practical strategies to build stronger individuals, families, and communities.
GPS will present over 50 events this year in multiple languages. World-renowned authors and clinicians deliver timely, research-based guidance to promote positive youth development and well-being for all ages. GPS is completely free and open to everyone—no registration, no subscription required!
Explore the full lineup of speakers or view the brochure at GPSParentSeries.org and help spread the word by sharing this incredible resource with friends, relatives and coworkers.
This week's e-Folder has been updated with information on community programs. For more information about the programs listed below, visit the 204 e-Folder.
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