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Talk203 E-Newsletter

Talk203 E-Newsletter
Talk203E-Newsletter

March 21, 2024 March 21, 2024

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Spring Break: March 25-29th Spring Break: March 25-29th

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Spring Vacation starts next week! No school March 25-29th. Take a moment to prepare for a well-deserved break filled with relaxation and rejuvenation.Whether you're traveling or staying local, make the most of this well-deserved break!

Huskie Robotics to Compete at Midwest Regional Huskie Robotics to Compete at Midwest Regional

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Join the cheering section as the Huskie Robotics compete at the Midwest Regional FIRST Robotics Competition on Friday, 3/29, and Saturday, 3/30, against 50 teams from 10 states and 6 countries. The event takes place at the UIC Credit Union 1 Arena in Chicago and is free to the public.

Summer Learning Registration Is Now Open Summer Learning Registration Is Now Open

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Registration for 2024 Summer Learning began on March 6, 2024. Please click below for more detailed information on dates, locations and deadlines.

More Information On Summer Learning

CAPS Safety Series-Public Safety Response to Mental Health Crises CAPS Safety Series-Public Safety Response to Mental Health Crises

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Please join the next Safety Series event, presented by CAPS, at City Hall's Council Chambers on April 18 from 6pm-7:30pm! Chief Arres and Eirene Boulougouris from the Naperville Police Department will be sharing invaluable insights on spotting signs and symptoms of mental health challenges.


Attendance is FREE! Registration is encouraged, not required. Let's come together for an evening of support, awareness, and community connection. Save the date and spread the word!

More Information & Registration for CAPS Event

Naperville 203 AAPI Heritage Month Community Event Naperville 203 AAPI Heritage Month Community Event

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

6:00 - 8:30 PM

Kennedy Junior High, 2929 Green Trails Dr., Lisle

This year’s Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month Community Event will engage the community in conversations about mental wellness as well as showcase the rich cultural heritage of the AAPI community. This event will include a series of engaging and informative panel discussions including community leaders and Naperville 203 high school students. For elementary students, there will be crafts and story time featuring author Rich Lo and a dance workshop for secondary students. All members of the Naperville 203 community and the surrounding community (adults and students) are welcome to come together to learn and celebrate the contributions and diverse cultures of the AAPI community.

Click here to RSVP - RSVPs are appreciated but not required.

Early Childhood Developmental Screening Early Childhood Developmental Screening

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Do you wonder how your child (0-3 yrs) is growing and developing? Naperville 203 offers FREE developmental screenings for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

Register for Screening

NEF NEWS NEF NEWS

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Stay active, have fun and help students!

Sprint, jog or stroll as you raise funds for YOUR SCHOOL and NEF-funded programs as a Charity Hero with TEAM NEF at the Endeavor Health Naperville Half Marathon, 10K and 5K on Sunday, October 20, 2024.

Join the team AND pay your race entry fee by 11:59 PM on March 31 to be entered for a chance to win $50 toward your fundraising goal in our monthly Mile Marker Challenge! Learn more.

Join the Team
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NEF Express Grants March Recipient

Congratulations to the March Express Grant Recipient. Express Grants elevate Naperville 203 staff and students’ great ideas into reality. Express Grant applications are now closed for the 2023-2024 school year.

Fifth and Eight Grade Assessment Test Notification Fifth and Eight Grade Assessment Test Notification

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Naperville Community Unit School District 203 students enrolled in fifth and eighth grade will be administered the Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) between Monday, April 1 and Tuesday, April 30.

Illinois 5Essentials Survey Illinois 5Essentials Survey

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As a parent or guardian of one or more students attending a Naperville 203 school, your feedback is requested via participation in the annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey. The purpose of this online survey is to understand your perceptions in the areas of connectedness, satisfaction, interaction, involvement, and quality. The deadline to complete the survey is Friday, March 29.

Take The Illinois 5Essentials Survey

Women’s History Month Women’s History Month

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The City of Naperville and North Central College are co-hosting “Coming Together to Lead Well: A Community Conversation” at Wentz Concert Hall (171 E Chicago Ave) from 2:00 - 3:30 PM on Saturday, March 23.

A panel of distinguished women will share their experiences, followed by an empowering, interactive dialogue with the assembled audience of campus and community members. The aim is for women from many walks of life to share in conversation, uplifting women’s well-being and envisioning a community that helps fulfill the City’s mission to create “an inclusive community that values diversity.”
For More Details and to Register - Click HERE

Summer Camps and Local Events Summer Camps and Local Events

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Visit our website and view the amazing classes, camps and events on our Virtual Backpack.

Click Here to View Naperville 203 Virtual Backpack
Glenbard Parent Series

Understanding Social Anxiety and the Complexity of Teen Relationships

  • April 4, 12:00 - 1:00 pm: This event will be presented virtually. The link to log in to this webinar from your computer, tablet or phone is https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/83158633673
  • April 4, 7:00 - 8:00 pm: This event will be presented virtually. The link to log in to this webinar from your computer, tablet or phone is https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/89050327558

360 Youth Services

High School Operation Snowball 3-day retreat

Bus seats and cabin bunks are filling up for the iconic high school overnight retreat known as Snowball! The upcoming weekend retreat is April 26-28 at Camp Lorado Taft. Transportation is provided to the overnight event, as well as meals, and Friday is considered an excused absence for a field trip. This teen-led/adult-guided retreat - themed "We Can See Clearly Now" - offers students the opportunity to discover something about themselves, make friends, relax and have some fun. The weekend theme focuses on self-care and self-reflection! Registration closes Friday, April 12...so don’t wait!

Register Here

Calling all D203 + D204 high school students!

Are you interested in gaining service hours and being a part of the Youth Advisory Committee's National Prevention Week video? YAC would love to know why you choose to be alcohol-free! Email a few paragraphs to the YAC Coordinator Sindlecoffer@360youthservices.org on why you choose to be alcohol-free. Please avoid past use or scare tactics. This will be anonymous, so your face and name will not be shown in the video, just your reasons! Submissions will be accepted until Saturday, March 30th! Follow YAC on IG at YAC_360 .
Alive Teen Center
  • Free tutoring offered for students of all grades and subjects!: Come join us at ALIVE Naperville every Wednesday and Thursday, between 4 pm and 6 pm. Whether you're in Kindergarten or 12th grade, we've got you covered across all subjects. Our Merry Tutors are here to support you. No need for registration, just drop in and thrive!
  • Applications Open for ALIVE's Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.): Students in grades 8 through 11, are invited to join our dynamic working board and play an integral role in shaping the programs and clubs at ALIVE Teen Center. Engage in stimulating committees to organize and deliver memorable experiences for fellow teenagers. Applications open through April 7th.
KidsMatter

KidsMatter Senior High School Board for 2024-25

Applications are open for KidsMatter Senior High School Board! This leadership opportunity is for students currently in grades 9-11 who want to organize initiatives for their peers while having fun and building relationships. Apply here by May 19!

Linden Oaks Behavior Health

Free Monthly Mental Health Webinars: Linden Oaks offers free mental health webinars for parents with teens. Webinars will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6:30 - 7:30 PM. Register Here


Child and Parent Anxiety Program: Group therapy for children 8+ struggling with school anxiety. Monday-Friday from 8-11 AM for 3 weeks. Call 630-305-5027 for more detail and to enroll.

Inside Out Club

Join Us! Family-Friendly Volunteering

On 4/16, practice empathy while making snuggle bunnies for local seniors. Events like these are for kids ages 3+ and their families to grow and give back together. Private events are also available for your troop, youth group, sports team and more!

The Power of Choice
Naperville School District 203
Please follow us on social media under the hashtag #Elevate203
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