Talk203 E-Newsletter
Ocotber 13, 2022
October 13, 2022
- Principal Appreciation Week
- Two New High School Courses Approved
- New Process To Submit Bullying
- Home & School Seeking Your Feedback
- Crosstown Classic Student Races
- From the Kitchen: Beef Taco Totcho Bowl
- Huskie Robotics Women In STEM Event
- KidsMatter Volunteer Fair
Principal Appreciation Week
This week is National Principal Appreciation Week. Please join us in recognizing our outstanding principals this week and their dedication and partnership to Naperville 203.
Two New High School Courses Added For 2022-2023
A reimagined Algebra 2 course and a new Career Internship class focused on work-based learning will be available to students at Naperville Central and Naperville North next year!
Bullying Awareness Month: Naperville 203 Develops New Process To Report Bullying
As we continue to recognize Bullying Awareness Month in Naperville 203, the district has revised its process for families to Report Bullying. There is now a link to Report Bullying under the “Resources” dropdown menu on the homepage of the district and all school websites. Building leaders will receive an alert when a submission from their school is received.
Bullying, intimidation, and harassment diminish a student’s ability to learn and a school’s ability to educate. Preventing students from engaging in these disruptive behaviors and providing all students equal access to a safe, non-hostile learning environment are important District goals.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Naperville 203 community and staff members enjoyed an evening celebrating Hispanic and Latin American contributions to our community last week during our Hispanic Heritage Month celebration.
Home & School Is Seeking Your Feedback
Naperville 203 General Home & School is seeking your feedback to establish an accurate idea of the perception of Home & School, what is working, and what can be improved upon. Each school will receive the answers pertaining to their school for review so that they can work together with you to make Home & School as successful as possible for all students and families.
Families are asked to submit anonymous responses by November 1.
Crosstown Classic Elementary Student Races
Students are invited to participate in the Crosstown Classic Races from 4-5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 20, at Naperville North. Click below to register. This is NOT a drop-off event. Parents are responsible for their runners. Runners may run even if they are not a member of their school's run/cardio club.
From the Kitchen: Beef Taco Totcho Bowl
This week is National School Lunch week! It’s the perfect time to check out all the meals we have to offer. October’s Limited Time Offer is the Beef Taco Totcho Bowl: a unique and tasty combo of Taco and Nacho flavors in one dish. We will be offering this special at the junior high and high schools next week!
Huskie Robotics Women in STEM Event
Join the Huskie Robotics for a Women in STEM event at 6 p.m. on Friday, October 21, at the Naperville North Performing Arts Center. Women in various STEM fields will share personal experiences and challenges, followed by a question and answer session. This free event is for everyone of all ages.
KidsMatter Volunteer Fair
Naperville 203 families are invited to visit the KidsMatter Volunteer Fair on Monday, October 17, to learn about ways to help out in our local community. The Volunteer Fair will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Fort Hill Activity Center in the Multipurpose Rooms, first floor, located at 20 Fort Hill Drive in Naperville. This is a free event and is intended for kids, teens, and adults alike looking for ways to volunteer and serve the community.
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October 13: Success is NOT a Straight Line: Skills to Thrive in Trying Times
Using the latest developments in science and research gleaned from captains of industry, entrepreneurs, academics, and futurists, GPS speaker Dr. Madeline Levine identifies the skills that children need to succeed in turbulent times: adaptability, curiosity, collaboration, tolerance for failure, and optimism.
October 18: The Quiet Power and Secret Strength of Introverts
Using her original research and the latest in neuroscience and psychology, Cain describes how, for over a century, the value of extroverts has been glorified to the detriment of innovation, productivity, and the hidden strengths of introverts – who make up about one third of the population.
October 20: Wellness Tips and Positive Coping Skills to Help Kids Thrive (Spanish Only)
Dr. Martha Angel will share tolerance skills to help young people balance their emotions and create a positive environment.
High School Overnight Retreat Last-Call Sign-up Due Oct 17
Don't miss out on the epic Fall Snowball retreat Halloween weekend! WE ARE LIMITLESS Snowball is Oct 29+30! Teen-led/adult-monitored retreat to discover something about yourself, have fun, and learn ways you can impact your peers and younger students. Bring sleeping bag + pillow. Bring a friend. Teens stay overnight at Camp Manitoqua cabins (nice ones!) in Frankfort, IL. Meals, choice of workshops, activities, and t-shirt to prove you did it $160. Scholarships available upon inquiry. Five high schools, one bonfire. This weekend changes everything!! Last chance sign-up ends on Oct 17 https://360youthservices.org/snowball-registration/ questions? Email Kate: kkeir@360youthservices.org
ALIVE Center NEWS
Free Halloween Party for 5th-12th Graders!: Join the Alive Center for Teens on October 27th from 3-7 pm for a free Halloween Party for 5-12 Graders! Mummy fashion show, pumpkin decorating contest, and Chick-fil-a! #FREE #JustShowUp
Between the Lines Bookclub for Teens!: 5-9 Graders are invited to Alive to have educational and engaging discussions about books that they WANT to read, not books that they're obligated to read! They will also participate in a community service project! #FREE #RegistrationRequired