Norton Creek Elementary
E-News- October 17, 2025
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Elementary School Year start time 9:05am until 3:25
October-
10/20/2025- Learning and Teaching Meeting 5:30pm
10/27/2025- Business Services Meeting 5:30pm
10/29/2025- Early Release Day at 2:35pm
November-
11/05/2025- SEPAC Meeting 5:30pm
11/07/2025- End of 1st Trimester-Elementary
11/10/2025- School Board Meeting 6pm
11/12/2025- Business Services Meeting 6:30pm
11/17/2025- Learning and Teaching Meeting 5:30pm
11/19/2025- Early Release Day at 2:35pm
11/19/2025- Report Cards Available on HAC
11/24/2025-11/28/2025- Thanksgiving Break/No School
December-
12/01/2025- School Resumes
12/08/2025- School Board Meeting 6pm
12/15/2025- Learning and Teaching Meeting 5:30pm
12/18/2025- Business Services Meeting 6:30pm
12/19/2025- Last Day OF School In 2025
12/20/2025-1/4/2026- Winter Break
January-
1/05/2026- Institute Day/ Not students In Attendance
1/06/2026- School Resumes/Back To School
All district meetings have moved to the
Professional Learning Center
at Lincoln School (211 S. 6Th Ave)
SCHOOL DAILY SCHEDULES
Kindergarten thru 5th Grade-
9:05am-3:25pm
Students can be dropped off at 8:50am for the school day. If you arrive before that time please keep your child with you until 8:50 as there is no supervision outside until then.
The School Day ends at 3:25pm on all days except early release days which ends at 2:35pm. If you pick your children up by car please plan to be here prior to 3:25pm daily and prior to 2:35pm on those early release dates.
If you are arriving after 9:05am we do ask for your student's safety and security that you walk your student into the main office and sign them in.
If your student will be absent/late or need to leave early please call the attendance line at which is available 24 hours a day at 331-228-2700.
Our school office is open from 8:30 until 4:00pm on school days.
Early Release Dates 2025/2026 School Year
Early Release Days for this school year are below. Elementary Schools will dismiss at 2:35pm on the following dates below. Please plan accordingly.
Elementary Early Release Dates:
October 29th, November 19th, January 28th, February 25th and
March 25th.
SEPAC
Parent Empowerment Series
D303 is hosting a parent-empowerment series featuring Dr. Megan Schmitz of Vital Living Wellness Solutions. The series, titled “Guiding Students from Avoidance to Achievement,” includes three evening events at North High School and is part of D303’s student-attendance initiative.
Spanish translators will be available to assist parents.
El Distrito 303 le presenta una serie de empoderamiento para padres con la Dra. Megan Schmitz de Vital Living Solutions. La serie, titulada “Guiding Students from Avoidance to Achievement,” (Guiando a los Estudiantes de la Evasión al Éxito) incluye 3 eventos en North High School y forma parte de la iniciativa de la asistencia estudiantil del D303.
Tendremos intérpretes de español disponibles para asistir a los padres.
Festival de Espantapájaros
¡Celebra 40 años de Diversión este Otoño en el Fin de Semana del Espantapájaros!
Viernes, 10 de octubre 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
D303 Community,
St. Charles North is excited to host this Friday’s Senior Night football game against Glenbard North! This week’s Blue Fan Group theme is NEON!
Sophomore game: 4:30 p.m.
Varsity game: 7:00 p.m.
To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all fans, please review these important reminders:
Gates open at 3:45 p.m.
Reserving seats in the stadium prior to 3:45pm is prohibited. Access to the stadium during school hours is not permitted.
Tailgating is not permitted.
Backpacks, bags, or outside food and drinks are not allowed. Small bags up to 8" x 6" are permitted and subject to search.
Students younger than high school age must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.
No re-entry into the stadium.
The following are strictly prohibited: profanity, taunting (including racial or discriminatory remarks), throwing objects, or using items that block the view of others.
Linked here are Game Day Reminders & our Parking Map
Ticket Information (available at the gate or via GoFan). Buy a Booster Pass and skip the lines for all SCN Home Games!
General Admission – $5.00
Students & Seniors 65+ – $2.00
Visiting Students (with school ID) – $2.00
D303 Middle/High School Students & Staff (with ID) – FREE
If you have any questions, please contact the Athletic Office at 331-228-6258.
We look forward to seeing you Friday night as we come together to cheer on our North Stars!
D303 is supporting the St. Charles Public Library with their Community Cabinet Food Drive.
Report Cards-Mark Your Calendars
Report Cards will be posted on HAC on the following dates this school year.
November 19, 2025
March 4, 2025
June 3, 2025
Storybook Pumpkins
Storybook Pumpkins on Parade
Dear Parents,
Storybook pumpkins are marching towards Norton Creek! A Storybook Pumpkin Parade is being sponsored by the Norton Creek PTO and Library Staff. Take a pumpkin and turn it into your favorite book character for a school-wide pumpkin parade in front of Norton Creek. Participation is voluntary.
If your child is interested in taking part, please fill out the attached character card and attach the character card to your child’s pumpkin using pins. The project is to be done entirely at home. Students choosing to participate, must provide their own pumpkin and decorating materials.
Parents are welcome to stop by Norton Creek during school hours to view pumpkins in front of the school. Character pumpkins will be lined up along the sidewalk in front of Norton Creek all day for viewing.
Dates to Remember:
Pumpkin Drop off in front of Norton Creek– Monday, October 20th (Starting at 8:15 a.m.)
Rain Date: Tuesday, October 21st
Pumpkins on Parade – All day Monday, October 20th
Pumpkin Pick up – Pick up your pumpkin to take home at the end of the day on Monday, October 20th. Find your child’s pumpkin on parade in front of the school.
Rules
ABSOLUTELY NO CARVED PUMPKINS: Carved pumpkins rot, attract bugs and smell. You are welcome to use craft pumpkins.
Pumpkins may be decorated with markers or acrylic paint. Yarn, construction paper, feathers, pipe cleaners, etc. may also be used to decorate the pumpkin. Items can be attached using craft glue or tape.
Pumpkins should represent a favorite book character and should be accompanied with character cards. Pumpkins and books should be labeled with the student’s name and class. Please fill out the attached character card, cut along the black lines, and attach to your child’s pumpkin before pumpkin drop off. Although this is a family project, a majority of the work should be done by the student. The character card is attached to this note.
Each student who brings in a pumpkin will be entered to win a book fair certificate to spend at the book fair! All students who bring a pumpkin may grab a scratch and sniff bookmark at drop off.
If you have any questions, please contact Lindy Lorenz at lindy.lorenz@d303.org
Zones of Regulation-Concept 7
Lost and Found
The Lost and Found table is located in the Community Room. Students can check it regularly for lost items. At the end of each month all items will be donated. Please ensure that you have checked it prior to the last day of every month if your student is missing an item.
LUNCH SCHEDULES
LUNCH SCHEDULES:
Kindergarten- 12:00-12:20
1st Grade- 11:20-11:40
2nd Grade- 12:40-1:00
3rd Grade- 12:20-12:40
RISE- 11:40-12:00
4th Grade-11:40-12:00
5th grade- 1:00-1:20
If your student forgets their lunch please email the classroom teacher and drop off at the main office. Please label with the students full name.
Organic Life
Friendly Reminders from The Main Office-
A few reminders to keep the school year going..... Please see new information regarding contacting the nurse at Norton Creek
How do I contact the nurse?
Please email the nurse at nor-nurses@d303.org or call 331-228-2704.
How do I contact the office?
Please email the office at nor-office@d303.org
What time can my student arrive to school?
We open the doors at 8:50am for student arrival every morning. Students should not be dropped off before that time as there is no supervision for students. If you arrive before drop off time please keep your child in your car until the appropriate time.
Arriving Late To School-
If your child is arriving after 9:05am please walk them into the school and sign them in. Please also notify the attendance line if you plan to arrive to school after 9:05am.
How do I report an absence?.
Absences should be called in by 8:45am if your child will be absent for any portion of the day. The number is 331-228-2700 and has voicemail. You can call during the evening or overnight and leave a message as it is available 24hours a day. Please leave your child’s name and the reason why your child is out. If they are ill, please indicate their symptoms.
Even if you notify your child's teacher of an absence via email, we ask that you please still notify the office at 331-228-2700. Please note that if your child is sick, they should be fever free and have no vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours before returning to school. Of course, you can always email the teacher as well, but you need to formally notify the school of any student absence.
Is your child leaving school early?
Also, if you will be picking up your child early or taking your child out for an appointment, please let our front office know as early in the day as possible by calling the main number at 331-228-2700 and email your student's teacher. This can be very helpful should a pick-up time be when the child is in specials or at lunch. Kids can be indoors as well as outdoors depending on their schedule and it can take a few extra minutes to locate and get the child down to the office for an early pickup if they are not in their classroom.
What if my child has a change in dismissal/transportation?
Please let the school know as early as possible if there is a occasional change to your child dismissal calling office prior to 12 noon directly at 331-228-2700 and email your student's teacher. Dismissal time can be very hectic and to help ensure a smooth dismissal, getting any transportation changes for students early is very helpful. Simply call the school office at 331-228-2700 and let them know. We kindly ask that you notify the school and teacher by 12 noon if there are any changes. Please try to keep a consistent schedule for you student as much as possible to avoid confusion.
What if my child forgot an item at home?
If your child has forgotten an item at home and it is needed for that day please email the classroom teacher to notify them that you will be dropping an item off. Bring the item labeled with the name and teacher to the office and place the item in the bookcase by the front window.
What is my child lost/misplaced an item at school?
Please ask your child to check the lost and found table. You can also email the classroom teacher to let her know that your student is looking for an item. They will allow time for them to check the table in the Community Room.
Note: Save our school number in your contacts. Norton Creek Elementary: (331) 228-2700.
