109 News
May 30, 2023 - Issue 19
We're Into The Home Stretch!
- Make sure all the dates and times for end of year events are in your calendar correctly and visit dps109.org for the latest information!
- Look for information from your child's teacher or building leadership about returning any materials before summer.
- Check out our website to figure out which health forms you need for next year. August will be here before you know it!


Daphne's Moving On!
Click here to visit the bee website and follow along with her progress. There is live coverage available with some TV/internet providers. We'll also update on social media when we can as well :)
Also below, check out the surprise sendoff her SMS family gave her last week that ABC 7 News captured... including a special diploma ceremony since she will miss graduation!
Honoring Athletes
Congrats to:
CARUSO
Azalea M.: 1st place 1600m Run, 8th Grade Girls
Rachel B.: 1st place Long Jump, 7th Grade Girls
Maddie M.: 1st place Shot Put, 7th Grade Girls - ALSO 3RD PLACE IN THE STATE!
SHEPARD
Maddie G., Rose S., Audrey D., and Claudia F. - 4x200m Relay Conference Champs
Audrey D.: Conference champion in 400m Dash for 8th Grade Girls - ALSO Sectional Champion and 6th place in the state!
Buy A Baking Club Cookbook and Support A Great Cause!
The Baking Club is selling a beautiful spiral bound cookbook featuring over 50 recipes from the Shepard staff! All of the profits will be donated to the Deerfield West Township Food Pantry in the memory of our dear colleague and friend, Andi Rosenthal, who served as Shepard’s beloved nurse for decades. Click below to order!
Wilmot Welcomes Back A Hollywood Star!
