Bulldog News

Note from Mr. Dubinsky

Our first trimester is now in the books, and I want to extend my gratitude to our entire school community. Thanksgiving is here, and it’s the perfect time to reflect on all we’ve accomplished together. Our students continue to grow and learn every day. We have a dedicated staff that ensures students come first and feel success at Briar Glen.

Thank you to all our families for your partnership and support. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends.

All CCSD 89 schools will be closed November 26-28 for Thanksgiving break

All CCSD 89 schools will be closed Wednesday, November 26, through Friday, November 28, for the Thanksgiving holiday. The district offices will be closed November 27 and 28. School will resume on a normal schedule on Monday, December 1.

Briar Glen Girls Gotta Run sign up!

Briar Glen Girls Gotta Run inspires young girls to define their lives on their own terms, make new friends, build confidence, and celebrate all that makes them unique. This program is for girls in grades 3-5.

We will strive to have 30-40 girls total, on a first-come, first-serve basis. This year we will start EARLY on January 13, with meetings every Tuesday from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Students will need to be picked up from school -- transportation is not provided. We will not have practice over spring break. The program will run for 18 weeks until May 19. The first practice will be January 13, and the last practice will be on May 19. We will conclude the season with a 5k on Saturday, May 23. Time and location are to be deteremined for the end-of-season 5k.

Your child will receive a t-shirt and water bottle as part of the club fee. Your child will need to provide their own snack for each practice, so please plan to pack an extra snack on those days.

There is a fee of $30 to join. You may pay in cash or in a check made out to Briar Glen School. If you need financial assistance, please indicate that on the sign up form.

The last day to sign up and turn in money is December 19.

Click here to 👉 sign up for Girls Gotta Run

See attached flyer for more information.

Park View looking to hire social worker to start in February

Park View Elementary is looking for a social worker to fill a maternity leave from February 16 to May 22. If interested, apply at: https://bit.ly/4ieyBHw

🎁 Briar Glen Holiday Gift Giving! 🎁

If you are interested in supporting Briar Glen families in need, please sign up for a gift below.

Wrapped gifts are due to the Briar Glen Office on Thursday, December 11. Please label the gift with the number listed in the description!

Click here 👉: Holiday Giving Program 2025

Thank you for supporting our Briar Glen community and spreading kindness this holiday season!

Please reach out with any questions:

Emma-Leigh Strock, Briar Glen School Psychologist
📞 (630) 545-3522 | ✉️ estrock@ccsd89.org

Kristin Payne, Briar Glen Social Worker
📞 (630) 545-3275 | ✉️ kpayne@ccsd89.org

Planning an early pickup? Please try to arrive before 3:15 p.m.

As we approach the end of the day, our front office and hallways become especially busy preparing for dismissal at 3:35 p.m. If you need to pick your child up early, we ask that you do so no later than 3:15 p.m. This helps us ensure a smooth and safe dismissal process for all students.

In the event of an emergency, please do not hesitate to call the office at (630) 545-3300 ahead of time and we will have your child ready.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

Be prepared for winter with accurate contact info, warm clothes

When school buildings need to close due to extreme weather, information will be released through a phone message, as well as the district’s website (www.ccsd89.org) and Facebook page (facebook.com/CCSD89). The district’s messaging system uses contact info supplied by guardians, so it is important you contact the school secretary and update your records if they have changed.

Even when school is open, students should dress for the cold. Students will continue to go outside for recess as long as the weather remains above 10 degrees (feels like temperature). If your family needs help getting winter clothing, our school can help; please call the school’s main number and ask for our school’s social worker.

Upcoming Events

November 24: Parent Series: Tackling tough topics, noon and 7 p.m.

November 25: Team Day

November 26-28: No school (Thanksgiving break)

December 1-12: K-5 MAP testing

December 2: Parent Series: How to better manage your emotions, noon and 7 p.m.

December 4: Parent Kindergarten Skills Night, 5:30-6:30 p.m. RSVP

December 4: Parent Series: Porque la Universidad te Incluye a tí, 7 p.m.

December 4: Parent Series: Why college includes you, 7 p.m.

December 10: Parent Series: Find the college that’s right for you, noon and 7 p.m.

December 11: Holiday gifts for Briar Glen families due

December 15: Board of Education meeting, 7 p.m.

December 16: Parent Series: Supporting your teen’s mental health, noon and 7 p.m.

December 17: CCSD 89 winter orchestra concerts at Glenbard South, 6 and 7:30 p.m.

December 18: CCSD 89 winter band concerts, 6 and 9 p.m.

December 18: Parent Series: Elementos esenciales para niños felices y saludables, 7 p.m.

December 18: Preschool winter holiday parties, 10 a.m and 2 p.m.

December 19: K-5 winter holiday parties, 2:30 p.m.

December 22-January 5: No school (winter break)

January 6: School resumes after winter break

Parent Series: Tackling tough topics like grades, behavior (November 24)

At noon and 7 p.m. on Monday, November 24, Capital City High School Principal Beth Houf will discuss how to foster honest and respectful dialogue between parents and teachers that is focused on solutions. Houf is the co-author of “Lead Like a Pirate: Make School Amazing for Your Students and Staff.” She will share strategies to enhance communication when addressing tough topics. Preview Learn more: https://bit.ly/4r9Y3lc

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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