Panther Weekly

January Proud Panthers

Congratulations to our January Proud Panthers! This month, we are celebrating students who have demonstrated incredible perseverance. Perseverance isn't just about reaching the finish line. It is about the grit it takes to keep going when things get tough. Whether it was tackling a challenging math problem they didn’t understand at first, practicing a new skill until it clicked, or simply showing up with a positive attitude after a setback, these students proved that "I can’t do this" is really just "I can’t do this yet." We are so proud of their hard work and determination!

Students will participate in BESS screener next week

Next week, students in third through eighth grades will again be participating in the Behavioral and Emotional Screening System, commonly known as BESS. Students in the same grades participated in BESS at the start of this school year.

BESS is not a tool for making a diagnosis, and there is no grade associated with it. BESS will give the school data about how your child internalizes feelings, self-regulates, and establishes good relationships. This data will be paired with class observations to help track student growth within the school year and from year to year. If the BESS screener shows any immediate concern for your student’s emotional health, a social worker will reach out to you.

If you have any questions or do not want your student to participate in BESS, please contact principal Kristie Mate (kmate@ccsd89.org) as soon as possible. We are excited to have this opportunity to support your child’s social and emotional development.

Learn more about BESS here: English Español Hindi Urdu

Video explanation: https://youtu.be/SmK_ODZdQ5c?si=p0X0Zeo9ZcAazsjP&t=791

We’d love to share these Valentine’s Day reminders

Valentine’s Day is approaching and we’re excited to celebrate a day of friendship. A few reminders:

Time will be scheduled in class on February 13 for students to exchange valentines, if they would like to participate. If your family needs help getting valentines, please reach out to the school social worker.
No candy or other food items can be sent to school or attached to valentines.
Valentines should promote kind words and friendship.
Any specific grade-level information will be shared by your child’s teacher.

Specials Newsletter

See what your child has been doing in specials area classes in January!

January Newsletter

Movie night rescheduled to February 20

Due to our e-learning day on January 23, we will not be able to host our indoor movie night tonight.

We have rescheduled movie night for Friday, February 20. Your pre-registration will carry over, and you do not need to do anything. If you are unable to attend the rescheduled date, your registration payment can be considered a donation to the PTC. If you require a refund, contact the PTC treasurers at treasurer.parkviewptc@gmail.com to request an electronic refund.

We look forward to seeing you on February 20 for our indoor movie night!

Park View PTC

Volunteers need All Abilities Fair on week of March 2

CCSD 89 elementary schools are looking for parents to help with the second annual All Abilities Fair on March 4. Students will have hands-on activities that will help them develop acceptance, inclusion, and respect for disabilities and other differences.

Sign up links:

English-https://bit.ly/3ZeZDpf

Spanish-https://bit.ly/3Nuh0Qj

If you need more information, please contact Lesley Amor at lamor@ccsd89.org.

Parents invited to discussion of “Anxious Generation” book on February 1

All CCSD 89 parents are invited to a discussion of the book “Anxious Generation” from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 1, at the Glen Ellyn Public Library, 400 Duane Street. Guests will discuss how to best support students using smartphones and social media. Everyone is welcome to attend, even if they have not yet read Jonathan Haidt’s book. RSVP here This event is sponsored by the Park View PTC, but open to all families.

Board approves 2026-27 school calendar

At Monday’s meeting, the CCSD 89 Board of Education approved the 2026-27 academic calendar. You can view the calendar here: www.ccsd89.org/2627calendar The first day of the 2026-27 school year for students will be Thursday, August 20. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4bk3TLF

Pre-registration for 2026-27 kindergarten, new students opens Wednesday

Families with students who will be starting kindergarten or new to CCSD 89 in the 2026-27 school year can begin the pre-registration process at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, February 4. Registration for returning students will open April 8. More info: https://bit.ly/3O8Y7Te

2026-27 preschool pre-registration is now open

Families interested in having their child attend CCSD 89 preschool in the 2026-27 school year can now fill out pre-registration. This is for students who will be new to the district in 2026-27. There are limited openings for 3- and 4-year-old children. CCSD 89 preschool is held at Briar Glen. More info: https://bit.ly/4oW002w

Reminder: Families can track bus arrival, travel with free app

In this cold weather, families are reminded that they can track their student’s bus trips to and from school with the free FirstView 1.0 busing app. The app can track the bus, show an estimated number of minutes until the bus will arrive, and send a notification when buses get to school.

Families using the FirstView app from last school year need to download the new version called “FirstView 1.0”. The app will track both regular-education and special-education busing. The code for CCSD 89 is: N6N3I

More information, including instructions on downloading the app, are available at www.ccsd89.org/busapp

Families can provide 5Essentials feedback starting Monday

Starting Monday, February 3, families of CCSD 89 students can help improve our school by providing feedback through the state’s 5Essentials survey at: https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/

After selecting the "Parent Survey", choose "DuPage" as the county. When you begin to type our school’s name, it will appear in a drop-down list. Park View families: please note that there are multiple schools in DuPage County with the same name. Be sure to choose the Glen Ellyn Park View.

One parent per household may participate in the survey. If you have more than one child attending the same CCSD 89 school, you can participate in the survey more than once.

Students will take the survey at a later date. Families will be notified before the 5Essentials is administered to students.

Parent Series: Raising tomorrow’s leaders (February 4)

At noon and 7 p.m. Wednesday, February 4, Amy Blankson, co-founder of the Digital Wellness Institute and author of “The Future of Happiness”, will discuss how to inspire young people to navigate the digital age wisely and step forward as thoughtful, empathetic leaders who can shape the future. Preview. Learn more: https://bit.ly/45AaTjO

Elementary families invited to register for new District 89 Soccer League

Families of CCSD 89 elementary school students can now register for the spring season of District 89 soccer. The soccer league is independent from the district but focused on serving CCSD 89 students. This is a recreational league focused on player growth and development with friends. No experience necessary. The league will play from April 11 through June 6 at Glen Crest Middle School. Deadline to register is March 20. More information and registration: www.synergysoccerclub.com/d89league