Weekly Update: October 27, 2026

Parent-Teacher Conferences for preschool, elementary, middle and high school will take place on Monday, November 2, 2026 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.

Team IPEF would like to thank the entire District 204 Community for their generous support of Team IPEF 2026. With your help, Team IPEF 2026 raised $61,327 this year! The Team Donation Portal will be open through October 31st. Half of the funds raised by each runner will be presented to their respective schools. Watch for our Big Check Tour in January 2027!

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.

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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.

The Power of Choice campaign, in partnership with District 204 and 203, has kicked off. The first poster and video are LIVE! Students voted for games as the design with the theme, The Move for Me. Look for Rubik Cube posters with the data statistic from the 2026 Illinois Youth Survey—which our students completed anonymously during Spring semester—82% of our classmates say a teacher or some other adult at school listens to them when they have something to say.

If you are, or know of a student who attends WVHS, NVHS, or MVHS who wants to help support this campaign, join the school influencers known as YAC (Youth Advisory Committee)! Email YAC coordinator, Ms. Wiltjer, at cwiltjer@360youthservices.org. Plan to attend the planning meeting on Tuesday, November 10, 6:30 p.m. at 360 Youth Services, Naperville. YAC is an inclusive space where local high schoolers build leadership skills and create media campaigns promoting healthy, substance-free choices. Note: service hours and work/school application recommendation letters are available for those who attend monthly and participate in activities throughout the year.

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.

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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)

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11/2/26: 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