Wildcat Weekly
October 5, 2026
Home & School Meeting
Please join us for our Home and School Meeting on Tuesday 10/6/26 at 9:30 a.m. We will have representatives from Naperville School District attending to engage in a facilitated small group discussion to hear all voices and perspectives. All are welcome to attend and we look forward to seeing you there!
Winter Interscholastic Sports Registration
Registration for winter sports is now open! This includes: 7th & 8th grade boys basketball, girls basketball, cheerleading, and wrestling (non-cut).
Please complete the following to register for the sport.
· SNAP Registration: Complete the online registration form in the SNAP portal.
· Sports Physical: Turn in an updated sports physical signed by a physician.
· Athletic Payment: Submit the required fee through the online payment system.
All three items must be cleared before students can participate in try outs, practices, or games.
7th and 8th grade Cheerleading is right around the corner!
Calling all 7th and 8th graders interested in Cheerleading! Basketball season is officially kicking off soon so it is time to start cheering on our team. Tryouts for this year's squad will be on October14, and 15 from 3-4:30 in the cafeteria - no experience needed. Students must register on SNAP and have a current sports physical uploaded . Get ready for a great season! See Ms. Bergantino or Mrs. Bornancin with any questions.
Yearbook Club
We are excited to announce that the Yearbook Club will be starting on Monday, October 5th for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students! This is a fantastic opportunity for students who have a passion for photography, writing, and design to contribute to creating our school's yearbook. It's a great way for students to develop their creativity, teamwork, and leadership skills while preserving school memories.
If your child is interested in joining, please encourage them to sign up outside of Mrs. Brooks or Mrs. Guglielmucci’s door. We will meet weekly on Mondays from 3-3:45 p.m. through March in room 226. We look forward to seeing our talented students create something special this year!
Career Motive-8
On October 16, 2026, Naperville 203 will host a career exploration day for eighth grade students to motivate them to continue career exploration and planning. The event, called Career Motive-8, will provide a hands-on experience to deepen students’ understanding of the careers available in our community and across multiple career clusters.
Join us by signing up to host a booth and share about your career. More information can be found at www.naperville203.org/Career-Motive-8.
Boys' Intramural Basketball
The 6th grade boy’s basketball intramural will begin on Tuesday, October 13th. We will meet in the main gym before school. Door 4 will be open at 6:50. Please make sure your son is registered through the SNAP website (under intramurals) with an updated physical. You also need to submit the Google form permission slip linked below. Email Mrs. Congenie at jcongenie@naperville203.org with any questions.
Permission slip: BBK Intramural Permission Slip
Attention 8th Grade Parents:
There will be an informational meeting for the Washington D.C. trip on Thursday, October 22 from 6:00-7:00 in the band room. There will be some changes to the trip this year, so even if you have had a child attend the trip in the past, it is imperative that you attend the meeting this year. Please email jtrannon@naperville203.org with any questions.
2026-27 Directory Spot is Live!
Attention WJHS Families!
The 2026–27 WJHS North DirectorySpot App is now live! If you opted in to share your information at the time of registration, you can now access the updated directory online or download the app for free. If you're still seeing your old school, please log out of the app and back in.
What's new?
- ✅ Directory information has been updated for the new school year.
- ✅ Returning families will automatically see the latest updates.
- ✅ New WJHS families have been added and can download the app anytime.
DirectorySpot, provided by District 203 Home & School, gives families convenient digital access to student and staff contact information.
If you didn't opt in or have data changes that need to be made, please contact the WJHS Directory Chair at naperville203.wjhs.directory@gmail.com Updates will be made weekly.
Important Health Information from the WJHS Health Office
Important Health Information from the Naper Health Office
Medications During the School Day:
Any medication required during the school day, including over-the-counter medications, requires a D203 School Medication Form to be completed by a physician and parent/guardian. All prescription medications must be brought to the Health Office in the original pharmacy bottle with a clear label. Over-the-counter medications must be sealed in the manufacturer’s original packaging.
6th Grade Health Requirements
- Physical: Must be completed after August 13, 2025, and submitted by October 15, 2026, to avoid exclusion from school. The Health History section must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian. Sports physicals are not accepted as school-entry physicals.
- Dental: Exam must be completed after November 15, 2025, with documentation submitted on the Proof of School Dental Examination form by May 15, 2027.
Students New to Illinois – Health Requirements
- Physical: Must be completed after August 13, 2025, and submitted by October 15, 2026, to avoid exclusion from school. The Health History section must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian. Sports physicals are not accepted as school-entry physicals.
- Vision: Eye exam must be completed after August 13, 2025, on the Illinois Eye Examination Report form and submitted by October 15, 2026.
- Dental: Exam must be completed after November 15, 2025, with documentation submitted on the Illinois Proof of School Dental Examination form by May 15, 2027.
Please contact the WJHS Health Office at (630) 420-6399 with questions or if you need assistance obtaining health forms or other resources.
Click here to access all D203 health forms.
Home & School Volunteer
Hi Wildcat families, we would love your help making this a great year for our students and staff. Please consider signing up to volunteer. Every helping hand makes a difference in our school community.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4CACA72DA6FDC25-65572193-wjhs
Yearbook Order
Yearbook sales are officially OPEN! For just $22, your student can have a special keepsake filled with memories from the 2026–2027 school year — from classroom moments and school events to sports, clubs, friendships, and all of the little moments that make the year memorable.
A yearbook is more than just a book — it’s something your student can look back on for years to remember the people, experiences, and memories that made their middle school years special. There’s also something fun about having friends and classmates sign the yearbook at the end of the year!
Don’t wait to order! We will have a few yearbooks to sell for those that did not order early, but last year we sold out of yearbooks, leaving some students disappointed that they didn’t have a copy.
Make sure your student has a yearbook to enjoy and remember the year!
👉 Order Your Yearbook for $22 Here
If you have any questions, please reach out to Stephanie Guglielmucci sguglielmucci@naperville203.org or Emily Brooks ebrooks@naperville203.org
Yearbook Club will be starting next month – be on the lookout for additional information regarding yearbook club for students that would like to help create this special keepsake.
Home & School Meeting Dates 2026-27
Tuesday 10/6/26 9:30-10:30
Tuesday 11/10/26 8:30-9:30
Tuesday 1/5/27 8:30-9:30
Friday 2/5/27 8:30-9:30
Tuesday 3/9/27 8:30-9:30
Thursday 4/15/27 8:30-9:30
School Cash - Online Payment System
- School/course fees will be added to student accounts on October 1st
- This will be our preferred method of payment for school fees. It is designed to be safer, faster, and more convenient than sending cash or checks with your student
- When you see an email from SchoolCash, please know it is a legitimate communication from the district regarding setting up your parent account
Power of Choice
Hello parents! Power of Choice would like to share our first parent PSA of the year! These bi-monthly messages are part of our middle school parent campaign aimed at preventing underage drinking.
This month, we want to share some encouraging news! According to the 2026 Illinois Youth Survey, 97% of local D203 and D204 8th grade students reported being alcohol-free in the past 30 days.
With a simple conversation with your 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student, you can share this stat and encourage them that the majority of their peers engage in healthy choices instead of turning to alcohol use.
For more conversation tips and resources on how to talk to your teen about underage drinking, follow us on Instagram at powerofchoice_360 or on Facebook at The Power of Choice Parents Use Your Power.
September PSA Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RWnld4N4mO6JCmcq_6h9_RJny5TdT0Kn/view?usp=sharing