Talk203 E-Newsletter
February 23, 2023
Naperville 203 Board of Education Approves Hiring Of Next Principal For Madison Junior High
The Naperville 203 Board of Education has approved the hiring of Julie A. Scott -- an experienced administrator, counselor, and teacher -- as the next principal of Madison Junior High.
Scott will officially begin her tenure as Madison's principal on July 1, 2023, following the retirement of current principal Nancy Voise. Her hiring was approved at the Board of Education's Tuesday, Feb. 21, meeting.
Board of Education Candidate Forum
General Home & School has partnered with the League of Women Voters of Naperville to organize a Board of Education Candidate Forum for the election on April 4th.
The candidate forum will be held on Tuesday, March 7th at 8pm on Zoom and on Facebook Live on the League of Women Voters of Naperville page. The forum will be recorded and available on the League of Women Voters of Naperville YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYE64ojtgWXSvYyXdBtOkqQ) after the event.
Student Battling Brain Cancer Composes Song to Inspire Others
Sam Kagan, a Naperville Central sophomore, has been battling brain cancer this school year but he has not let it damper his spirit! While undergoing twelve weeks of treatments, Sam wrote a song called Jovial Echoes, to inspire people when they ring the bell at the end of their treatment and to give them more hope for the future.
Young Mental Heath First Aid Training
Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This 6.5-hour training gives adults who work with youth, as well as parents and community members, the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to children and adolescents (ages 6-18) who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care.
Virtual Learning Includes: First Aiders will complete a 2-hour, self-paced online class prior to a 4.5-hour instructor-led (in person) course.
Date: Saturday, March 18, 2023
Time: 9:00-2:30 including a break for lunch. KidsMatter will provide lunch for all participants. Order form to come.
Location: Waubonsie Valley High School, 2590 Ogden Avenue, Aurora
Please respond by Friday, March 10, 2023.
Take The Illinois 5Essentials Survey
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.
Calendar Update Reminder
Tuesday, February 28, 2023, will be a normal day of attendance for students. The date was previously listed on the calendar as a "Tentative e-Learning Day" in the event that an election would be held on that day. That election will not be taking place.
Tuesday, April 4, 2023, remains an e-Learning Day because that date is an Election Day.
Theatre Central presents "Almost Maine"
NCHS Drama club will present "Almost Maine" on March 2nd - 4th in the NCHS Auditorium. Tickets are available online at tinyurl.com/TCAlmostMaine23 or at the box office (cash only).
From the Kitchen: National School Breakfast Week
This week from the Kitchen, Chef Natalia talks about National School Breakfast Week. National School Breakfast Week is coming up soon. It’s a great time to check out the breakfast options we offer at every school. Students can choose from several entrees that are always paired with fresh fruit, 100% fruit juice and your milk of choice. We look forward to celebrating this important week the first week of March!
Post-Secondary Planning For Adults With Disabilities
Naperville Central, Naperville North, and Connections Transition Services are excited to present a family education series on topics related to supports and services available to adults with disabilities in the Naperville community and the state of Illinois
NEF’s 30th Annual Building a Passion breakfast fundraiser!
Enjoy a breakfast program featuring art and entertainment by Naperville 203 students and network with business, community and elected leaders, parents, district leadership, and members of the community.
The breakfast will take place on March 22, 2023 7-9am at the Embassy Suites, Naperville. Join us and experience how your gifts to the Naperville Education Foundation unlock the door to opportunities for students. Individual tickets and sponsorships are available HERE.
For questions, contact Amy or Wendy at nef@naperville203.org or 630-420-3086.
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.
Summer Learning 2023
General information regarding the 2023 Summer Learning Programs can now be found on the Naperville 203 website. Please use the left column to navigate to the program/information you are looking for. Registration opens next Wednesday, March 1, 2023. The registration deadline for summer transportation and all 1st semester summer classes is May 19, 2023. If you have any questions regarding our summer programs, please contact the site specific director(s) on the program pages. If you have questions regarding registration or payment, please email us at summerlearning@naperville203.org or call 630-420-6486.
Parent-Teacher Conference Scheduling Open and Ends Next Week March 2
Naperville 203 schools began scheduling spring Parent-Teacher Conferences, which will be held virtually, via Zoom, on March 9-10. Please use the link below for more information on when Parent-Teacher Conference scheduling begins at your child's school.
