Weekly Update
January 24, 2024
Parent University: Managing Peer Relationships
Parent University: Managing Peer Relationships will premiere as a video presentation on the District’s YouTube channel on Wednesday, January 31 at 7 PM. District 204’s SEL and Wellness Coordinator, Dawn Forkner, will lead three panel discussions with District 204 staff members to help parents understand peer relationships at each level of their child’s growth.
IPEF’s Inspire Gala Tickets on Sale Now!
Only one week left to buy discounted early-bird tickets for the Indian Prairie Educational Foundation’s (IPEF’s) third annual Inspire Gala, taking place on Friday, March 8, at the beautiful White Eagle Golf Club. Join us for an amazing evening of live music, food, art, wine, and a silent auction, showcasing our talented IPSD 204 student musicians and artists. The event raises funds for IPEF’s district-wide enrichment programs, including the Fine Arts Festival, free cardiac screenings for high school students, Robotics, mental health counseling, and support for our students in need. Buy Your Tickets Here!
Safety Reminder
Parents and guardians can access information related to District 204's safety and security at ipsd.org/safety. Information on this webpage includes:
- School Safety Drill Requirements
- Reunification Parent Handbook/Cards
- Threat Assessment Procedures
- 204 Tipline
- ALICE Response Options
- School Resource Officer Program
- Traffic Safety
Resources for Parents
Webinar - Virtual
Wednesday, February 21 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Title: Scrolling Minds: Navigating the Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health
- Speaker: Jessica Butts, LCSW
- Identify ways social media can impact your teen’s mental health.
- Describe self-regulation as a developmental skill.
- Identify 2-3 ways parents can help their teen develop self-regulation skills.
- Register » VIRTUAL WEBINAR
Mehak Hafeez
کامیاب والدین کی کلیدیں۔ / Keys to Successful Parenting
Virtual Event (FREE)
Tuesday, January 30 @ 7 – 8 PM
https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/88968241736
David Sheff with Jessica Lahey
Beautiful Boy: Everything a Father Learned Through His Son’s Addiction
Virtual Event (FREE)
Wednesday, January 31 @ 12 – 1 PM
https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/87974013857
Wednesday, January 31 @ 7 – 8 PM
Next Board of Education Meeting: February 5, 2024
The next regular Board of Education meeting is at 7 PM on Monday, February 5, 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.
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.
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