IN THIS EDITION
COMMUNITY
CONNECTIONS 6TH EDITION
EDUCATE | EDUCAR 02 The D205 Dual Language Journey 03 El trayecto del lenguaje dual en el
Distrito 205
ENGAGE 05 D205 Registration Opens for NEW
students - Returning student registration to begin in March
EMPOWER 06 D205 CARES about Mental Health - D205
receives grant award
07 Excellent Educators | Join the D205
Journey of Excellence
SUMMER PROGRAMMING
MESSAGE FROM SUPERINTENDENT DR. KEISHA CAMPBELL
With so much going on in District 205 we look forward to providing the community with a deeper look into some of the great work happening in our schools through this Community Connections Newsletter. One of the programs we are excited to share with you in this 6th edition is our Dual Language Program. There are so many benefits to providing a dual language program for students, both educationally and socially. The Dual Language program currently serves over 850 students and we are so excited to see the program expand to Churchville Middle School next year. Having this story in both Spanish and English was important to us and I hope you are able to take a moment to scan the QR code that goes with story on page 3 to see the fully bilingual video of interviews with students and staff and to learn more about the Dual Language program from those who live it every day. I’m also excited to welcome York High School Junior Kathryn Brody to the editorial team of Community Connections. Kathryn wrote
a great article about the new D205 CARES program being launched as a result of the $249,000 grant the district received from the Illinois Department of Public Health this winter. Access to mental health support is important and we are grateful to have this opportunity to not only help break down financial barriers that prevent students from obtaining mental health services, but also offer alternative support for students who wish to seek resources beyond in-school programs. It’s hard to believe that it is already time to start thinking about registration for next school year! Registration for NEW families has begun and registration for returning D205 students will open in early March. Our new registration video guide will help walk parents and guardians through the registration process and will answer any questions you may have. Registration for summer programming is also currently available. Don’t miss out on the many amazing options offered to help make your student’s summer both fun and educational! I am so proud of all of our students and grateful to have the opportunity to see them grow and achieve so much throughout their journey of excellence in D205! Sincerely,
District 205 offers robust summer programming options for ALL students! With courses that will allow your student to prepare for the next year, catch up from last year, or explore some new areas, you are sure to find something for your student. Classes offered include math, reading, STEM, athletics, and fine arts. Courses will be focused on relearning, exploration, and acceleration for a diverse array of students. All Summer Programs are currently scheduled to begin on Monday, June 3, 2024. We invite all families in District 205 to join Us!
Dr. Keisha Campbell
Scan this QR code to learn more!