Weekly Update

October 2, 2024

Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent/teacher conferences for preschool, elementary, middle and high school will take place on Thursday, November 21, 2024 from 4:30 - 8:00 PM and Monday, November 25, 2024 from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM and 4:30 - 8:00 PM.

Elementary, middle, and high school parents can now begin scheduling conferences through ParentVUE. Preschool families will receive directions for how to register for conferences from the student’s classroom teacher.

To schedule your conference for elementary, middle, and high school students, log in to ParentVUE and select "Conference" from the menu on the left side to see the times available. Once you have scheduled your conference, you can click "Email Schedule" to have the details emailed to you. You can also go back to ParentVUE at any time to view the information. Conference scheduling will remain open through November 19 at 6:00 PM.

Parent University - Thursday, November 14

Parent University: Understanding School Anxiety, Strategies to Support Your Child, will be held virtually on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 7 PM. In this session, you'll learn to recognize common signs and symptoms of anxiety that may affect children in school settings. We'll explore practical strategies to support your child in coping with anxiety in a healthy way and share tools you can practice together to ease anxiety in challenging moments. Empower yourself with valuable insights and techniques to support your child's well-being and confidence in school. Read More Here. Register and ask question here.

Families Helping Families

The Indian Prairie Parents’ Council (IPPC), in partnership with District 204, is continuing the Families Helping Families program to support families facing hardship or homelessness through monetary donations and gift cards. This ongoing initiative assists under-resourced families during the winter holidays and throughout the year. Community members can participate by visiting the online store to purchase gift cards or make a donation, making a meaningful difference for families in need. For details, please contact IPPC 1st Vice President and Unity Chair, Robin Schmidt, at ippcpta@gmail.com. If your family needs support, reach out to your school social worker, who can guide you to helpful resources.

Giftmart 2024

Giftmart 2024 needs your help! Please consider donating a toy to assist under resourced families in Naperville. By invitation, parents and/or guardians are invited to the Giftmart Toyshop where they can purchase new toys for $2.00 per toy. 100% of the proceeds made from the sale of each toy will be donated back to each invited school to fund much needed resources. Please consider donating a new, unwrapped toy that is safe for children ages 6-12. No stuffed animals or board games, please. Both a Target and Amazon Gift Registry have been created or there will be a Giftmart Toy Box located inside of Metea and Waubonsie Valley High Schools, Granger, Crone, Gregory and Fischer Middle Schools, and in Brookdale, Brooks, Cowlishaw, Fry, Graham, Georgetown, Gombert, May Watts, McCarty, Owen, Patterson, Petterson, Welch, and Young Elementary Schools from November 11 – December 9. Thank you for your generosity and participation!

Safety & Security

Reminder - See Something, Say Something

We all play a role in keeping our communities safe. It’s easy to be distracted during our daily routines, but if you see something that doesn’t seem quite right, say something. If you observe something in your neighborhood or school community that doesn’t feel right, you should contact your local law enforcement agency and/or contact the school’s main office. If you see or hear something concerning, please report it immediately to a trusted adult, law enforcement, or the District’s Tipline. Refrain from sharing suspicious activities on social media and allow law enforcement to properly investigate each situation.

DuPage County Safe Travel for All Open House - Thursday, November 14

You’re invited to join DuPage County on November 14 for the Safe Travel for All open house and bring the kids!

You’ll have the opportunity to share your experiences on roads in your community, provide ideas on improving traffic safety, and participate in family-friendly activities. Your input will directly inform the DuPage County Safety Action Plan, a roadmap for safer streets for all, and a critical step toward accessing federal funding for future traffic safety improvements.

The details:

When: Thursday, November 14 from 5:30 to 7 PM
Where: Bensenville Community Public Library, 200 S Church Road, in the Diamond Meeting Room
Getting there: Public transportation options include the Metra Milwaukee District West line (Bensenville station is 0.8 miles east of library). There is free parking available at the library.
Register for the event here.

Can’t make it to the open house? Save the date for our Virtual Open House on Thursday, December 5 from 6 to 7 PM and check out the DuPage County Safety Action Plan Project site

Mobile Dental Clinic

The DuPage County Health Department's Smile Squad will be visiting our district throughout the school year. Several schools will serve as host locations, and students from any school in the district are welcome to attend a clinic at any of these sites. The Smile Squad will provide dental examinations that fulfill the state-mandated requirement for students in Kindergarten, 2nd, 6th, and 9th grades. Eligible students will also receive a dental cleaning, fluoride treatment, and sealants as needed.

Upcoming Mobile Dental Clinics:

November 22, 2024: Georgetown Elementary School, 995 Long Grove Drive, Aurora

December 2, 2024: Metea Valley High School, 1801 N. Eola Road, Aurora

Please note that written parental consent is required and must be on file with the health office prior to your child’s appointment. Consent forms must be submitted to your child's health office at least one week before the scheduled clinic date.

(Consent Form - English | Formulario de consentimiento - Español)

Next Board of Education Meeting: November 18, 2024

The next regular Board of Education meeting is at 7 PM on Monday, November 18, 2024 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 the November 4, 2024 Board Salutes here.

Save the Date for the IPEF Inspire Breakfast

The Indian Prairie Educational Foundation (IPEF) invites you to save the date for our annual Inspire Breakfast Fundraiser from 7 - 9 AM on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at the White Eagle Country Club. Guests will enjoy a vibrant morning of coffee and networking, followed by a full breakfast and an engaging presentation highlighting various impactful District 204 programs supported by the Indian Prairie Educational Foundation. Sponsorships are available now. See our Inspire Breakfast Event Page for more information. Tickets go on sale January 6. If you have questions, please contact Trudie Ranson at trudie_ranson@ipsd.org.

Resources for Parents

Wednesday, November 13 | 7 PM

An Evening with Best Buddies (Friendship Program for People with Special Needs)

IN PERSON Film Screening: "Saving Superman"

Location: Glenbard West High School

Details

Thursday, November 14 | Noon and 7 PM

Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Teens and How to Limit its Impact

Dr. Kara Alaimo

Virutal Event: Noon Zoom Link | 7 PM Zoom Link

Details

Wednesday, November 20 | Noon and 7 PM

Understanding and Preventing Addiction: Beautiful Boy

Nic Sheff & Jessica Lahey

Virtual Event: Noon Zoom Link | 7 PM Zoom Link
Details

Thursday, November 21 | 6 - 8 PM

In Person B-PAC: Cómo ayudar a los adolescentes a gestionar sus emociones para lograr un mayor bienestar / How to Help Teens Manage Their Emotions for Greater Wellbeing

Location: Glenbard East High School

Details

Third-Party Educational Programs

The following companies have rented space in our schools to offer an after-school educational program for students. The distribution of this material is in no way an endorsement of programs, services, activities, or products by District 204. For more information, visit programs.

Chess Club at Brooks Elementary School

Chess Club at May Watts

Chess Club at Patterson

Yong-In Aurora Martial Arts, Tae Kwon Do Class at Longwood Elementary

Yong-In Aurora Martial Arts, Tae Kwon Do Class at Nancy Young Elementary

Yong-In Aurora Martial Arts, Tae Kwon Do Class at Brooks Elementary

Yong-In Aurora Martial Arts, Tae Kwon Do Class at White Eagle Elementary

This Week's e-Folder

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.

Naperville Public Library Winter 2024-25 Grade School Program

Neuqua Valley High School Theatre Presents - THE L.O.S.E.R.S

Metea Valley High School Theater - PUFFS

Galaxy Soccer Club