Talk203 E-Newsletter
January 27, 2023
Focus 203 Strategic Blueprint: Share Your Feedback
It is with great excitement that we launch the new edition of our Strategic Blueprint: Focus 203. The plan has been thoughtfully crafted and researched with the support and partnership of many families, community members, staff members, and students.
Please use the link below to learn more our Focus 203 Strategic Blueprint. After reviewing the plan, we invite you to share your thoughts by participating in a ThoughtExchange that will allow all Naperville 203 stakeholders to confidentially share their perspectives, and understand what’s most important to the group.
High School Music Program Update: Concurrent Enrollment
On Monday, January 23, the Naperville 203 Board of Education approved the implementation of a concurrent enrollment requirement for students participating in the high school music program for the 2023-2024 school-year. Concurrent enrollment means that students participating in a performance music extracurricular activity will be required to receive curricular instruction during the school day.
The requirement will better ensure that all students have equitable access to a comprehensive, cohesive, and rigorous program of study that develops music literacy and instills a lifelong love, enjoyment, understanding, and respect for music.
Help Us Celebrate #203Day Next Week!
In partnership with the Naperville Education Foundation, we are excited to launch #203Day on February 3rd – the second month and third day of the year. We plan to use this day as an annual day of gratitude, giving, and celebration of the people, places and things that make Naperville 203 so special.
Learn More About Naperville 203's Academically Talented and Gifted Services
Please use the link below to find information regarding Naperville 203's Academically Talented and Gifted Services. In the provided video and slideshow, we will review and summarize information found on Naperville 203's Academically Talented webpage.
PACK THE GYM: 203 Fire Special Olympics Basketball
Naperville Team 203 Fire Special Olympics Basketball invites you to the annual Pack the Gym game at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 28, in the main gym at Naperville Central. Come out and support Naperville 203's Special Olympics athletes during a fun night of competition. Entry is free and concessions will be open. We hope to see you there!
2023 Summer Learning
General information regarding the 2023 Summer Learning Program can now be found on the Naperville 203 website, Naperville203.org/SummerLearning. Registration for all programs will begin on March 1, 2023. All registration documents will be posted by February 1, 2023.
Visit Dominic Republic Over Spring Break 2024
Current 8th-11th grade students have a unique opportunity to travel to the Dominican Republic over Spring Break in 2024! International travel encourages students to get out of their comfort zones, and develop the interpersonal and leadership skills necessary to navigate new experiences confidently.
A parent information session and enrollment meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 30, in the Learning Commons at Naperville Central. If you cannot attend, a virtual session will be offered at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 31, on Zoom. Questions? Email Brian Glasby at bglasby@naperville203.org.
Kindergarten Enrollment For 2023-24 School Year Opens February 1
Welcome Class of 2036! Kindergarten enrollment for the 2023-2024 school year opens on February 1, 2023. Information can be found on our website at www.naperville203.org/Kindergarten.
Kindergarten Preview will be held at all elementary buildings on Thursday, March 2, 2023. Questions regarding Kindergarten enrollment for 2023-2024 can be directed to Maureen Dvorak, School Services Manager at mdvorak@naperville203.org or (630) 420-6446.
From The Kitchen: #203Day Special Themed Lunches
This week Chef Natalia talks about how Aramark will participate in #203Day. On Friday, February 3rd, students’ will be offered some of their favorite lunches! The district 203 Naperville RiverWalking Taco, 203’s Cheese Please Pizza and Green apples as a fruit side for all meals that day. We’re so excited to be a part of the celebration and look forward to seeing you in the cafeteria!
S.U.C.C.E.S.S 2023 Black History Month Showcase
S.U.C.C.E.S.S is excited to announce the 2023 Black History Month Showcase on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at Naperville North High School! This year’s theme is "Celebrating Black Success: The Black Professional".
This year’s program will include networking and light refreshments from 1-2 p.m., an entertaining, interactive and educational program from 2-3:30 p.m. and a SUCCESS Resource Fair from 3:30- 4:30 p.m. Contact Jasmine Gilliam or Stephanie Hebron at successinnaperville203@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Rotary Club of Naperville - 2023 Scholarship Applications
The Rotary Club of Naperville is accepting 2023 scholarship applications for graduating high school seniors and college students now until March 12, 2023. Follow the link to learn more and submit your application. Questions? Please contact mcaselli@napervillerotary.com
