Weekly Update
September 10, 2025
Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR), Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) and Dynamic Learning Maps Alternate Assessment DLM-AA individual student score reports from Spring 2025 testing, are set to be released for family access between October 10 and 14 through ParentVUE.
The score reports have been delayed this year due to the State of Illinois completing a process of right sizing the benchmark ranges for all State assessments. You will see on your child’s results new performance levels for Math, ELA, and Science. The new benchmark ranges give a more accurate picture of student learning across the State. We won't be able to compare proficiency rates going forward to prior years, but you can still track your own student's growth by comparing their score or their Student Growth Percentile, since those measures are not affected by the new performance levels.
Learn more in our Dive into Data flyer.
Parent/teacher conferences for preschool, elementary, middle, and high school will take place on Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM, and Monday, October 20, 2025, from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM and 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
The conference scheduling portal is now open for elementary, middle, and high school families through ParentVUE. To schedule your conference, log in to ParentVUE and select “Conference” from the menu on the left side to view available times. Once your conference is scheduled, you can select “Email Schedule” to have the details sent to you. You can also return to ParentVUE at any time to review your schedule.
Conference scheduling will remain open through October 14, 2025, at 6:00 PM.
Preschool families will receive directions for how to register for conferences directly from your child’s classroom teacher.
National School Safety Week is October 19–25. As part of District 204’s continued commitment to fostering safe schools, we are excited to launch our second annual Safety Contest with the theme “Safer, Stronger Side-by-Side.” Students will be invited to submit creative entries that showcase this theme.
The contest is sponsored by Rival5 and kicks off on Monday, October 20, with entries due by November 9, 2025. Stay tuned for full contest details, along with information about another exciting safety initiative we’ll be unveiling during National School Safety Week.
The next regular Board of Education meeting is at 7 PM on Monday, November 3, 2025 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.
Wayfinding: Disney’s Moana films introduced audiences to the ancient Polynesian skill of wayfinding—navigating using only the stars, waves, and nature as your guide. During the October 17th Family Night, learn how you can try simple wayfinding methods in your own backyard!
WVHS Planetarium Family Nights are monthly public programs designed for astronomy lovers of all ages. Programs will be held at 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm inside the planetarium. Tickets go on sale at store.ipsd.org beginning Monday, October 13. Don’t wait—once a program sells out, it disappears from the webstore! For full details, visit ipsd.org/planetarium.
The Naperville VFW is accepting nominations for Teacher of the Year! Do you know a K–12 teacher who inspires students through civic responsibility, patriotism, or community involvement?
Submit Nominations Here: Google Form
Eligibility:
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Current certified/licensed K–12 teachers (previous national winners not eligible)
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Nominations can be submitted by anyone: teachers, colleagues, supervisors, family, or community members
Requirements:
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1–5 page resume outlining teaching experience
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Head-and-shoulders photo, if available
Deadlines:
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Nominations: October 15
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Applications: October 31
Questions? Contact Ingrid Kanady at ingridkanady@gmail.com.
Help us honor outstanding educators in our community!
Donate by Monday, October 13th, and help the Team IPEF Charity Running Team from your school finish in the top five fundraising schools! The Indian Prairie Educational Foundation (IPEF) thanks our Charity Heroes for raising funds for our district-wide student support programs and for our schools! Half of all funds raised by our runners goes directly back into their schools.
See the Team IPEF members that are representing your school and support them by donating here.
(If your submitted photo is featured as a Photo of the Week in an upcoming Weekly Update, you will win a $25 Amazon gift card sponsored by DuPage Credit Union.)
Registration Closes Soon for Fall 2025 Operation Snowball Retreat, Themed "Here Comes the Sun!"
Operation Snowball is a transformative experience for high school students that promotes leadership, self-awareness, positive peer relationships, and personal growth through engaging activities and meaningful discussions. It’s a weekend that truly makes a lasting impact.
Register here: https://360youthservices.org/snowball-registration/
Who: High school students
When: October 24-26th
Where: Camp Henry Horner
Theme: Here Comes the Sun – encouraging positivity, resilience, and hope for brighter days
Financial aid is also available as part of registration!
Standard Registration (Sept 18 – Oct 1): $240
GPS Parent Series is Here to Empower Parents and Strengthen Families
This year, GPS Parent Series proudly celebrates 30 years of providing FREE, expert-led resources to support families. Their 1-hour programs equip parents, caregivers, and educators with practical strategies to build stronger individuals, families, and communities.
GPS will present over 50 events this year in multiple languages. World-renowned authors and clinicians deliver timely, research-based guidance to promote positive youth development and well-being for all ages. GPS is completely free and open to everyone—no registration, no subscription required!
Explore the full lineup of speakers or view the brochure at GPSParentSeries.org and help spread the word by sharing this incredible resource with friends, relatives and coworkers.
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.
Elementary School PA Writing Contest
OPUS Holiday Workshop and Concerts
Young Naperville Singers- Boys Power Sing 2025
Middle School PA Writing Contest
IPPA PTA Fall Fashion Fundraiser