News Bites 2023-2024
Get Ready for the School Year - August 11, 2023
FIRST DAYS OF SCHOOL
The first day of school for District 33 students is as follows:
- Thurs., Aug. 31, 2023: 1st - 8th grade (full day of classes)
- Fri., Sept.1, 2023: Kindergarten students
- Wed., Sept. 6, 2023: Preschool students
KINDERGARTEN ORIENTATION
We are excited to welcome the D33 Class of 2032!
Kindergarten orientation will take place on Thursday, August 31, 2023. Your elementary school will send more information with specific times.
CURRICULUM NIGHTS
Curriculum nights are an excellent opportunity to meet your child's teacher and be engaged in your child's education. Mark your calendar now!
Attn Preschool Parents: Information for parents with preschool children at the ELC and Pioneer will be sent directly to parents through the mail. Information coming soon!
Indian Knoll Elementary
Date: September 12, 2023
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Gary Elementary
Date: September 13, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Pioneer Elementary
Date: September 14, 2023
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Turner and Wegner Elementary
Date: September 14, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Leman Middle School
Date: September 19, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Currier Elementary
Kinder - 2nd
Date: September 26, 2023
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Currier Elementary
3rd - 5th
Date: September 28, 2023
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
PHYSICALS AND IMMUNIZATIONS
It is a state requirement that all students entering Kindergarten and 6th grades have a recent physical and updated immunization. Forms must be turned in by the first day of school.
All students entering 7th and 8th grade interested in participating in ANY extracurricular sports at Leman Middle School MUST have a sports physical completed. Students will NOT be able to participate in tryouts without a CURRENT Sports Physical on file.
ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES
A Message from the Asst. Director
Julie Odom, the new Assistant Director of Athletics and Activities will oversee the development and implementation of a comprehensive athletic program and after-school programs for students in elementary and middle school, including necessary transportation.
The schedules for the athletic and after-school programs will be communicated when finalized. Please contact Ms. Odom directly at odomj@wego33.org or 630-293-6000 x1225 if you have questions or feedback. "I look forward to working together!"
Join WeGo Together for Kids & Partners
Date: Monday, August 21, 2023
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Place: Cantigny Park
FREE Backpack giveaway with school supplies for District 33 students!
Various health related services will be offered at no cost to help kids get ready for school. These services include:
- Vision & Hearing Screening
- Oral hygiene demonstrations
- Vaccinations
- Hair cuts
- WIC mobile ( Women, Infant and Children Supplemental Nutrition Program)
- Access DuPage information
Some services require individuals to sign up ahead of time.
Here are the links for those services:
Evento de Regreso a la Escuela
Fecha: lunes 21 de agosto
Horas: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Lugar: Cantigny Park
Los estudiantes del Distrito 33 recibrian una mochila con llena de utiles!
Se ofrecerán varios servicios relacionados con la salud sin costo alguno para ayudar a los niños a prepararse para la escuela. Estos servicios incluyen:
- Examen de la vista y la audición
- Demostraciones de higiene bucal
- vacunas
- Cortes de pelo
- WIC móvil
- Access DuPage información
Algunos servicios requieren que las personas se registren con anticipación.
Aquí están los enlaces para esos servicios:
WEST CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT
Back-To-School Campfire
Date: Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Time: 6:30 PM
Place: Kress Creek Farm Park