Huskie Howler

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Dear Huskie Community,

Mark your calendars: The District has finalized Sunday, May 23, 2027, as the graduation date for Naperville Central and Naperville North High Schools. Here is a link to 2026-2027 NNHS Calendar with available important dates.

There seems to be some confusion on underclass students being called out for lunch. Here are a few notes that should provide clarity. We discourage parents calling out students for single periods during lunch or throughout the day except for medical appointments. If called out, a parent must pick up the student at the Main Entrance and sign them out. If a student is called out by a parent for lunch, that student may only be released to their parent or guardian. Students cannot be called out to go to lunch with juniors or seniors. 9th and 10th grade students may not be called out and released to other student’s guardians for lunch and must remain on campus. Called out students may not leave through the NPAC exit or any other exit except the Main Entrance/Exit after signing out.

Go Huskies!!

Sincerely,

Jay Wachtel

We hope our students and families are having a great start to the 2026–2027 school year! Please note that schedule changes for this semester are now closed. However, if a student would like to drop a class to add a study hall, they may contact their counselor and do so through September 11, 2026.

Hi Huskie Families, Yearbook club is back for the 2026-2027 school year, and we looking for new members to join the team! If you are interested in graphic design, writing, doing interviews, or taking photos for the book, please join us every Tuesday after school in room 121 at 3:15-5:00P.M. Please reach out to Mr. Adams in Comm. Arts with any questions. We hope to see you there.

Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors - Retakes will be this Friday Sept 11th in the Small Cafe from 10am - 1:30PM

Seniors - Last chance to take your senior photo will be on Wednesday Sept 23rd in Room 108 from 7:45am - 3pm.

Lifetouch will not be sending student yearbook pictures or order information to your home mailing address. Please go HERE to order your student's pictures and receive your 10% discount code. The discount offer expires July 31, 2027.

Naperville North is pleased to offer the USABioOlympiad Exam on February 3, 2027, which is the first qualifying for the International BioOlympiad. The USABO goals are to:

- Identify highly gifted biology students to stimulate their talents.

- Nurture curiosity and empower young biologists to develop their interest in life sciences.

- Encourage an international network of biology scholars and future life science leaders.

- Propel excellence and leadership in biology-based careers.

If interested in take the exam, students must sign up first using this GoogleForm https://forms.gle/vuu9Kkd1yguPydYK7
and follow the directions on the Google Form to register with the exam platform by November 15. The $125 registration cost for the school will be split across the participants taking the exam. Questions? Email Zoe Evans at zevans@naperville203.org.

The State Seal of Biliteracy is a recognition given to graduating high school students who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency in both English AND in reading, writing, listening and speaking in another language. Students who are interested in learning more about the Seal of Biliteracy should attend an informational meeting on Tuesday, September 15 at 7:15 am OR 3:15 pm in the Learning Commons. Seniors who intend to apply for the Seal this school year are required to attend. IMPORTANT NOTE: Students currently enrolled in a World Language class will take a proficiency exam in that language during their class and therefore do not need to attend the meeting.
Students, please fill out the registration form if you plan to attend the meeting. More information about the Seal of Biliteracy can be found in the linked document.

Link to REGISTRATION FORM

Link to MORE INFORMATION

Registration for Huskie Preschool for the 2026-2027 school year is open! Please use the link to find specific information on start date, days of the week and times preschool will be help. Please reach out to Dana Klen DKlen@naperville203.org with any questions!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMbREJUcffhIJ-zRGSB97TEeEOPU-31lRO3OaqBjggxL8A6A/viewform?usp=header

Eligible Juniors and Seniors, Interested in joining National Honor Society? If you have a GPA of 3.75 or higher, an email has been sent to your school email with information about the application process.

National Honor Society recognizes students who demonstrate scholarship, leadership, service, and character. In addition to meeting the GPA requirement, applicants should be prepared to provide information about their leadership experiences, participation in school and community activities, and service to others.

• Be sure to carefully follow the directions and submit your application no later than September 11, 2026
• Selected Senior students will learn of their acceptances before the early college decision deadline.

For all families of students enrolled in a blended learning course, please see this message for important information including details about off-campus privileges during blended periods.

Required Testing

Per the Illinois State Board of Education, all students are required to participate in state testing taking place at NNHS on the following dates:

• Wednesday, March 24 - ACT (Juniors)

• Thursday, March 25 - PreACT (Freshmen) & PreACT10 Secure (Sophomores)

*Please note that students with approved accommodations may be assigned to test either or both dates pending their accommodation. You will receive individualized details about this closer to testing.

Optional Testing (offered at NNHS)

• Friday, October 9 - PSAT/NMSQT (Juniors)

• All full-time enrolled Juniors are eligible to participate free of charge. Registration is required, please contact the Testing Coordinator as the deadline has already passed.

• Saturday National ACT & SAT Testing (typically Juniors & Seniors)

• NNHS and NCHS are host sites for the national ACT & SAT. All registration and fee collection are handled directly through ACT and the College Board (SAT). Please see our website for dates and links to the external organization sites.

Pencils work as styluses on the new student chromebooks! These specific Lenovo education screens use special capacitive sensors that detect non-graphite, standard No. 2, or colored pencils. The displays are built with reinforced Dragontrail or Gorilla Glass specifically engineered to withstand standard pencil lead without scratching. Students are to avoid using dull, broken, or sharp metal mechanical pencil tips, as standard rounded No. 2 pencils work best.

The first Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC) meeting of the year will be held on Monday, September 22, from 5:30–6:30 p.m. at Mill Street Elementary School in the LC. The meeting will include information about BPAC, the Seal of Biliteracy, and Career Path classes in high school. We will also have interpreters, childcare, and snacks available for families. More information can be found HERE

Just a reminder that students are NEVER allowed to carry any prescription or over the counter medication at school. This information is available to you on page 37 of the student handbook. Any student who needs a medication given during the school day needs to have a doctor's order on file with the health office. If you have any questions about this please contact the health office or your student's Dean.

Home & School Meeting TOMORROW, Wednesday, September 9, 9:30 AM

Please join us for the first Home & School Meeting of the school year!

• Wednesday, September 9, 9:30 AM, in Room 108, or, via Microsoft Teams, HERE.

• NNHS Administrators (Principal, Activities Director, Athletic Director, Deans and more) will be introduced.

• Please join us to hear an update from our Principal & Activities Director about what is new and exciting at NNHS this year, and to ask your questions..

• Bring your Drivers License to sign into the Raptor system in order to attend the meeting.

School Store–September Help STILL Needed!

• Your support is essential to keeping the School Store open and accessible to students.

• If you’re able to volunteer in the morning (parent volunteers are especially important from 7:15-7:45), or during a lunch shift, please sign up. Every bit of time makes a BIG difference! Sign up HERE!

College Admissions Parent 2 Parent Panel, Wednesday, 9/30, 7:00 PM in the LC

View the Parent 2 Parent Panel Informational Flyer HERE

Senior Celebration is April 10, 2027! Mark your calendar NOW!

• Senior Celebration is a Parent/Caregiver run Mega Lock-In Party hosted by NNHS Home & School for seniors only! It’s a popular event–over 350 seniors attended SC in 2025 and 2026! Please view the SC27 Website for information about this important event for your senior!

• The SC27 Exec Board is looking to fill 3 Area Chair positions–Body Shop, Futures, and Memory Hallway. Area Chairs attend the monthly planning meetings and then lead the activity with a team of volunteers on April 10th. Please refer to the SC27 Website for descriptions of each of these areas and the link to sign up.

• In addition to Area Chairs, we will need at least 150 parent/caregiver volunteers to ensure the event runs smoothly–there are plenty of opportunities to be involved in this amazing event! Please sign up at this link: Volunteer for SC27

• The first planning meeting is Wednesday, 9/23 at 7 pm in Room 108. All Area Chairs or anyone interested in an Area Chair role should plan to attend.

• Questions? Please email NNHSSeniorCelebration@gmail.com

What Does NNHS Home & School Do?

NNHS Home & School is driven to enrich the experiences of every Huskie student and family. Many of the vital activities and programs H&S funds take place early in the fall, well before registration fees are collected in October this year.

• These include: School Registration, Family Connection, Senior Sunrise Breakfast, Freshman Parent Program, NNHS Open House, The 80’s and Homecoming Dances, Staff Breakfast during Parent/Teacher Conferences, Vision & Hearing Screenings

To ensure these fall programs run successfully, H&S needs your support. Please make a contribution TODAY to support our school community!

• Make your donation via School Cash Online

• Zelle your donation to: napervillenorthhstreas@gmail.com

• Mail your check written to Naperville North Home & School to:

Naperville North High School, Attn: Home & School, 899 N Mill St., Naperville, IL 60563

Thank you in advance for your support of NNHS Home & School and our school community!

Follow NNHS Home & School on Social Media!

Check out the NNHS Home & School Socials and Webpage for all Home & School Happenings!

• NNHS H&S Facebook (@NapervilleNorthHomeandSchool)

• NNHS H&S Instagram (@napervillenorthhs)

• NNHS H&S Website

Spiritwear:
Looking for Huskie spiritwear, but missed us at our last home game? Spiritwear is available in the school store before school and during lunch periods. Stop by ahead of the Crosstown Classic, Friday September 11 at North Central College so you can sport your best Huskie gear in the stands.

Spiritwear will also be open on Saturday, September 12 during the freshman and sophomore football games. We have a lot of new merchandise, and it is a great time to stock up on cold weather gear.

Trivia Night:
REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Join us for our annual BOOSTER CLUB TRIVIA NIGHT on Saturday, October 10 at Cress Creek Country Club. New this year: Brainiac Packages. WIth one click, you can purchase your registration, raffle tickets, and heads or tails. Flex your brain power early and purchase one today.

Limited seats are available. Please register by Saturday, October 3, 2026.

We are also accepting donations for prizes (including the highly coveted Wine Wagon Raffle Prize) at any of these homes:
Gehrs: 1645 Imperial Circle, Naperville, IL 60563
Jurjovec: 1309 North Loomis Street, Naperville, IL 60563
Stogis: 1114 Needham Road, Naperville, IL 60563

Membership:
If your child will be part of an ANY extracurricular program sponsored through the Activities Office or Athletic Department at any time during the year — not just in the fall — we encourage you to SIGN UP NOW instead of waiting for your winter or spring activity to start.
Membership Levels
Basic Membership: $50
Alpha Dog Membership: $150
Top Dog Membership: $300
*The basic level membership is the minimum membership requirement for all extracurricular activities participants*

It’s Huskie Game Time and we need YOU!:
Thank you to all of the families and students that have volunteered for a shift in our concession booth or during spiritwear sales. We couldn’t do it without you. Spots are still available throughout the fall season. Sign up through PTBOARD.

Boosters Meeting:
Still want to learn more about Boosters? Join us at our first meeting on Monday, September 21, 2026 in NNHS Room 108 at 7:00 p.m.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

If your student will be out of school for an extended period (such as a family trip or vacation), please follow the steps below to ensure the absence is properly recorded and excused:

• Pre-Planned Absences Reminder

• Have your child pick up a Pre-Planned Absence Form – Forms are available in the Student Services #1 (see any assistant);
• Have Teachers Sign the Form – Your student should take the form to each teacher for a signature;
• Submit to the Dean’s Office (SS1) – Once all signatures are complete, your student should bring the form to their assigned Dean for review. The Dean will check attendance totals and determine if the absences can be approved as excused;
• Final Processing – If approved, the Dean’s office will update attendance records and file the completed form;
• Your student needs to follow up with their teachers for make-up assignments or changes to the class calendar once they return, within the first 3 days that they are back to school.
• Reporting Your Student’s Absence Reminder
• A parent or guardian must call 630-420-6982 before 11 AM. Please provide this information: the student's name, grade and ID number, the date of the absence, the reason for the absence, and the caller's relationship to the student.
• Or, a parent or guaridan may Log into their Infinite Campus Portal: https://infinitecampus.naperville203.org/campus/portal/naperville.jsp

• Or, Log into Campus Parent app to log in under the attendance app: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HqmAlVtYQqcY-0i-pq9182_FSUpc2v8V/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=117598913213827199938&rtpof=true&sd=true

**If you have forgotten your username or password, please click on “Forgot Password?” or “Forgot Username?” links located in the Username/Password section fields. If you are still experiencing login issues please contact Parent Support at parentsupport@naperville203.org

All things Class of 2027 can be found HERE

• Check out this month’s Counselor Connection, with grade-level & college/career updates!
• Link to 2026-2027 NNHS Student Handbook
• Link to 2026-2027 District Calendar
• Link to 2026-2027 NNHS Calendar
• The archived Howlers can be found HERE

If you have questions about any of the items above or other concerns, please contact Jay Wachtel, Principal, at jwachtel@naperville203.org or Susan Brown, Administrative Assistant at sbrown1@naperville203.org. Follow NNHS Official on Instagram at @nnhs_jay_wachtel and Facebook at Naperville North Principal Wachtel.