Half Day School
What a Performance!
A cast of 128 performers did an outstanding job in the Half Day Musical Dig it. Cast members rehearsed for seven weeks before, during, and after school to prepare for the musical.
"I'm very proud of our cast members as they've learned choreography, acting, and singing roles," said Ashley Smidt, Music Teacher. Enjoy photo clips of their performance in the school's Google Doc folder.
5K Run/Walk fundraiser
Half Day students from the Girls on the Run program were among the 575 participants in the PTO’s Run for D103 5K Run/Walk fundraiser over the weekend. Students led the crowd in the national anthem then joined in the race.
The Saturday event took place along the beautiful streets of Lincolnshire. Top female runner Cristina Slomski finished with an impressive time of 21:01. Top male runner Owen Moran, a DW student, finished with an equally amazing time of 21:02. Backed by over 30 local area sponsors, D103 PTO was able to raise over $17,000, which will be donated to Daniel Wright to improve the audio equipment in the gym. Thanks to all the runners and volunteers that helped make this event so successful!
For pictures of the walk/run, please visit the district's Google Doc folder. There is also a brief video of the run/walk to enjoy.
Summer Reading
Enjoy these reading resources and recommendations for summer 2023. Summer reading resources are available on the HD website under Students/Library.
ICTM
This year Half Day students had the opportunity to participate in a state math contest with questions created by ICTM (Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics). Contest questions reflected the Common Core State Standards and the Common Core Mathematical Practices. The team competition promotes cooperation among the students, and problems are written to challenge student thinking, leading to further appreciation and exploration of mathematics.
Coaches Jaime Gagamov and Jami Reed said, "We are proud of the students' hard work, cooperation, and positive attitudes at each contest."
Celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage
The roots of Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month can be traced back to 1976 when Jeanie Jew, president of the Organization of Chinese American Women, contacted government officials in response to the lack of Asian Pacific representation in the U.S. bicentennial celebrations that same year. The observance began in 1979 as Asian Heritage Week, established by congressional proclamation. In May 1990, the holiday was expanded further when President George Bush signed a proclamation making it month-long for that year. On October 23, 1992, Bush signed legislation designating May of every year Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.
Lunch Balance
If your student has a Quest lunch balance it will be carried over to the next school year and applied to the account where the student attends school. If your D103 student is graduating out of Daniel Wright the balance will be transferred to a younger student. If there are no younger siblings to transfer the funds to, Quest will issue the account holder a refund check in August. Questions? Contact Vicky Shargo, Food Service Director, at vshargo@questfms.com.
Medication Pick UP
Parents will need to pick up student medication that has been stored in the school nurse's office. Unclaimed medication will be properly disposed of after Thursday, June 15, 2023. If your child is attending summer school, you will need to pick up your child's medication and take it to Daniel Wright or Sprague. The medication should be picked up at the end of summer school or it will will be properly disposed of by Friday, July 7. Please contact your school nurse if you have any questions.
District News
School Schedule Reminders
As we close in on the end of the school year, please be aware of the following dates on the D103 school calendar:
- Monday, May 29: No school. (Memorial Day)
Thursday, June 1: Early Dismissal Day for Grades K-7 and Last Day of School. Report cards will be viewable on PowerSchool in the afternoon.
Early Dismissal Time for Half Day School
All students will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m.
PTO Partnership
Volunteer of the Year
While all of our volunteers are amazing, Alissa Bencks' dedication and work ethic really shined this year, earning her the D103 PTO Volunteer of the Year for 2023 award! Alissa served the PTO in a dual capacity as both a lead member of the Parent Education team as well as a co-VP for Half Day School. Both roles have required a lot of Alissa's time and she rose to the challenge while always maintaining a positive attitude. Everything she touched was pulled off successfully! But it was her creativity, innovation, and fresh perspectives that gave the Parent Ed events and the HD Fun Fair the extra flair that made them so special.
Other nominees for Volunteer of the Year included Bree Kingshott, Maggie Roler, Kate Davidson, and Shruti Nagar. Congratulations to all our nominees and winner!
Pre-Order School Supplies for the Next School Year!
It's hard to believe that this school year is almost over! Get a jump start on the 2023-2024 school year by pre-ordering your school supplies today! PTO has partnered with 1st Day School Supplies to make it easy to get everything you need in one kit, exactly what the teachers want, without having to go from store to store. Simply click the link below, choose your school and grade and add the kit to the cart. It couldn't be easier. Orders must be placed by July 1, 2023.
LFF Partnership
Leave Your Legacy in D103
What a wonderful way to leave your mark in the district by gifting your student a legacy brick that will be installed in the Daniel Wright walkway. Please visit the LFF website to purchase your special brick today from the D103 Learning Fund Foundation.
Community News
Family Fun this Summer
The Village of Lincolnshire is gearing up for a full slate of summer special events you won’t want to miss! Whether it’s our inaugural Movies in the Park featuring Disney’s Encanto on June 2; Summer in the Shire concerts on June 15; or the Red, White, & BOOM! celebration, parade, 5K race, and cardboard boat regatta on July 3 and 4, we’ve got your family’s summer schedule booked! All residents are encouraged to enjoy their community at our special events. Learn more about the events on the Lincolnshire website.
Jr Talent Show at the Fair
The Lake County fair invites students under the age of 14 to participate in a Junior Talent Show at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, July 30.
Half Day Information
- Principal Jill Mau
- Assistant Principal Laura Delagrange
- 847-634-1484
- Hd_attendance@d103.org