District Digest

In this issue…

• Calendar Reminders
• Upcoming Board Meetings
• Community Survey
• Bike Safety at Hadley

• Beginning Orchestra & Beginning Band Registration

• BPAC CPR

• Hadley Orchestra Attends Wheaton College Clinic

• Hadley Jazz Ensemble

• Parent Coaching

• Public Works Open House

• Hilltopper Bundle

• Glenbard Parent Series

• May 9 - Institute Day (No student attendance)
• May 26 - Memorial Day (No school)

• Monday, May 5, 2025, Board Reorganizational Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
  - A meet and greet reception with the Board will take place at 6 p.m. prior to the meeting.
• Monday, May 19, 2025, Regular Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Be on the lookout! A community-wide survey has been mailed to all households within our school district boundaries. Each survey includes a unique code and a link to complete it online at your convenience.

Why Your Feedback Matters

Even if you don’t currently have children in District 41 schools (about 80% of our households don’t), your voice is essential. This survey is focused on the key pillars of our Strategic Plan and will help guide the future of education in our community.

One Survey for All

Everyone will take the same survey. If you’re a parent or staff member, the survey will branch to include questions about your specific school experience. Community members will receive all the information they need mailed to their home addresses. Staff members have received an email directly to their district email accounts.

Key Details:

• Available online in English, Spanish, and Urdu

• Created in partnership with School Perceptions, an independent education research firm

• Confidential – your responses will not be linked to you personally

We appreciate your time and thoughtful input—thank you for helping shape the future of District 41!

On April 22, the Hadley Junior High Health/PE department held a bicycle safety assembly for each grade level during the school day. Bicycle safety has become a serious topic as more students are riding through streets and around Hadley on bicycles, E-Bikes, and E-scooters. We frequently hear of near misses between students on bikes and cars. Young teenagers lack knowledge of the Rules of the Road and often exhibit impulsive decision making.

The safety awareness assembly featured a speaker from the ThinkFirst program from Northwestern University and an officer from the Glen Ellyn Police Department.

Registration for 5th grade Beginning Orchestra and Band is now open, April 22 - May 1. Your child is invited to join the District 41 Instrumental Music program! The program is for beginning students only. Your child can join either the Beginning Elementary Band or the Beginning Elementary Orchestra Programs in 5th grade.

Here is the process:

1. Watch the D41 Instrument Demonstration video: Click HERE.

2. Click Here to register for 5th Grade Beginning Orchestra. Click Here to register for 5th Grade Beginning Band. Please register by Thursday, May 1. (current 4th graders only)
3. Reserve a Rental Instrument:

The 7th & 8th grade Hadley String Orchestra had the amazing opportunity to attend the Wheaton College Clinic in Armerding Performance Hall at Wheaton College Music Conservatory. Dr. Benjamin Klemme (Wheaton College Music Professor & Symphony Orchestra Conductor), assisted the orchestra with various musical concepts by enhancing and advancing their performance skills. At the end of the clinic, the students also received a tour of the music facilities.

Thank you to Hadley Principal, Mr. Steve Diveley and Dr. Benjamin Klemme for providing this memorable experience for our Hadley Orchestra students. Another special thank you goes to the DuPage Foundation for sponsoring our clinician, Dr. Klemme, and to all the parents that helped chaperone and assisted our orchestra for this special event.

Ms. Georgia Alemis, Hadley Orchestra Director stated, "I was so proud of the tenacity and teamwork that the students put forth during this clinic. They acted with such maturity and professionalism. This field trip provided the opportunity for our students to enhance their knowledge and to explore the possibilities that lie ahead of them if they choose the pathway of music at the collegiate level. Way to go Hadley String Orchestra!"

The Hadley Jr. High Jazz Ensemble gave an outstanding performance at Adams Park outside the Wheaton Library during the Sunset Swing event on April 24. This evening featured a collaboration with the Monroe Middle School Jazz Band, directed by Jeff Novak (Hadley alum!), and the Glen Ellyn Jazz Ensemble, led by Laurie Bonner-Baker. Each ensemble performed three tunes, ending with a combined rendition of "Louie, Louie!" All in attendance enjoyed a beautiful evening of great weather in front of families and community members.

Parenting can feel overwhelming but you’re not alone. Parent Coaching is a no cost resource from Glen Ellyn School District 41 that connects you with a coach and expert tools to support your journey. A breath of fresh air is just a click away: https://cookcenter.info/coaching\

Thank you to the D41Kids Foundation for funding this resource.

Glen Ellyn Public Works is hosting their 2nd Annual Open House on May 22! Save the date! All families are invited. Come celebrate Public Works Week and have some fun!

District 41 is a proud partner of the Glenbard Parent Series. Check out the many programs offered to support parents with children of all ages! Check out their full updated list of upcoming events HERE and their 2024-25 brochure HERE.

Monday April, 28 2025 @ 7pm
Trevor Muir
Stop Calling them Soft Skills: The Essential Skills Employers Seek

Tuesday May, 6 2025 @ Noon and 7pm

Dr. Ronald Ferguson

Early Childhood Event -- Everyday Principles to Grow Happy, Healthy and Smart Young Children

Email: webmaster@d41.org
Website: www.d41.org
Location: 793 North Main Street, Glen Ellyn, IL, USA
Phone: 630.790.6400
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