Throughout this publication, you will see the following
color-coded dots accompanying each article. They represent which District strategic goal the article addresses. Learn more about District 58's Strategic Plan at
www.dg58.org/vision58.
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Focusing on Learning
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Connecting the Community
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Securing the Future
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Students, staff celebrate Walk to School Day
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Many District 58 schools participated in Walk to School Day on Wednesday, Oct. 10. This year, Communicate 58 features Kingsley School's celebration. View this
short video and view this
photo gallery for highlights!
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Learn about the new Illinois Report Card for schools
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The Illinois State Board of Education will publish its 2018 school report cards on Wednesday, Oct. 31. This report card annually shares metrics about each school, including PARCC scores, school funding and demographics. New this year, the report card will include a four-tiered summative designation, or rating, for each school. A school's designation will be based on several factors, including academic growth, academic achievement and chronic absenteeism.The State made this change to follow new federal legislation, called the Every Student Succeeds Act, or ESSA.
Learn more.
Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Justin Sisul emailed parents with information about ESSA and school designations on Wednesday, Oct. 17.
Read his letter.
Building principals will email parents their individual school's designation later this month, as well as an invitation for parents to attend an ESSA parent meeting at their school. These meetings will provide interested parents with more information and depth about their child's school designation.
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Strategic planning work gets underway
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Last month, District 58 invited the community to join a Vision 58 Strategic Plan working group, in a united effort to achieve the District's three strategic goals. This month, most working groups have already met and made great progress! Each group began by reviewing team norms, discussing their objectives, sharing ideas and brainstorming solutions.
"I am very proud of and grateful for our community's commitment to our Strategic Plan's success," said Superintendent Dr. Kari Cremascoli. "Each contributor is integral to the District's continued pursuit of excellence in education!"
District 58 will provide Strategic Plan progress updates to the Board four times per year. The first update will occur at the regular December Board meeting. Learn more about the District's Strategic Plan at
www.dg58.org/vision58.
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Excellence in DG58: Persuasive writing with Whittier third graders
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In episode 3 of the Excellence in DG58 video series, Superintendent Dr. Kari Cremascoli visited Mrs. Modine's third grade class at Whittier. She was surprised to learn that the students had written her a persuasive letter about uniforms! They read their letters to Dr. Cremascoli. They clearly articulated their opinion, provided evidence that supported their opinion, and finished with a strong conclusion.
View the short video!
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Excellence in DG58: Henry Puffer second grade math and brain breaks
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In episode 4, Superintendent Dr. Cremascoli visited Mrs. Montes's second grade classroom at Henry Puffer. The students practiced their math and collaborated with their teacher and classmates! Afterward, they relaxed with a fun brain break. Check out this
short video
to learn more!
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Principal appreciation
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Principal Appreciation Week is Oct. 21-27! Please join us in thanking our fantastic District 58 principals and assistant principals for their dedicated work!
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Happy Halloween!
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Principals will share information with their school communities regarding Halloween costumes and celebrations. Also, this Halloween, consider joining the
Teal Pumpkin Project
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Sports roundup - cross country
: Congratulations to our middle school cross country athletes! This year,
all
Herrick
cross country teams placed first in the conference -- seventh and eighth grade girls and boys! In addition,
O'Neill
's eighth grade boys' team took second place. O'Neill seventh and eighth grade girls, as well as O'Neill's seventh grade boys, took third. After the conference meet, O'Neill and Herrick friends gathered together for this photo. Different schools, yet one district. Great teamwork!
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The
Lester Student Council, PTA and Principal Carin Novak each shared updates with the Board last week. Mrs. Novak shared
this video on the school's addition.
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Several
O'Neill students took a class trip to Washington D.C.! Students Mack, Aubrey, Ava and JJ, pictured above, participated in the Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
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Famous Australian composer Jodie Blackshaw led an e-lesson with the
Herrick
band. Band Director Theresa Steiner sent a recording to Blackshaw, and she responded with praise and feedback, even calling some students by name!
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Fairmount fourth graders use problem-solving, creativity and technology to demonstrate how tone can change the viewpoint of a topic. Nice work!
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Henry Puffer families recently gathered for the 2018 PTA Jean Pogue Lung Run. This fun event promotes community, health and positivity!
Learn more.
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Hillcrest kindergarteners worked with Custodian Mr. Zambrano to plant a butterfly bush! This helped kick off their science unit on trees, plants and seasons.
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Highland staff painted positive messages for students in the hallway bathrooms. Their beautiful murals excited and inspired students!
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Welcome to the great outdoors!
Pierce Downer (pictured) and Hillcrest sixth graders are learning archery and other outdoor skills at Camp Edwards!
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Children's author John Madorno visited
Belle Aire and gave an inspirational presentation to third, fourth and fifth graders!
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Superintendent Dr. Kari Cremascoli celebrated the 30th day of school by reading books to
Indian Trail kindergarteners. Everyone had a blast!
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El Sierra's fourth annual Fun Run and Caine's Arcade event was a huge success! With a fun American Ninja Warrior theme, the event attracted many El Sierra Bobcats.
Learn more!
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Grove Children's Preschoolers from Indian Trail enjoy reading books about fall with their teacher librarian, Mrs. Forzley!
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October Board Briefs
The Board of Education held a regular business meeting Wednesday, Oct. 10. The meeting included a student assessment data review, enrollment discussion, approval of the four-year DGCMA contract and more.
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Board Meeting - Looking Ahead:
The Board of Education will hold a Curriculum Workshop on Monday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. at Herrick Middle School, 4435 Middaugh Ave. The meeting will feature a curriculum presentation, followed by an extended reception of visitors opportunity, during which the community and Board can engage in a 30-minute two-way dialogue.
The Board agenda will be posted on
BoardDocs on Friday, Oct. 19.
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A Downers Grove tradition: Join the Bonfield Express 5K!
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The Bonfield Express is a local nonprofit that annually donates $13,000 -- $1,000 to each District 58 school -- to support educational resources and student recognition.
"District 58 is incredibly thankful to the Bonfield Express," said Superintendent Dr. Kari Cremascoli. "We appreciate your continued partnership and support of our schools!"
Speaking of thankfulness, the Bonfield Express invites the community to join its annual Bonfield Express 5K fundraiser, which takes place on Thanksgiving morning. Proceeds will benefit District 58, District 99 and District 68 schools. Since 2004, the Bonfield Express has given over $560,000 in scholarships and support to local schools.
Learn more.
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Community e-flyers
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District 58 emails parents relevant e-flyers on the
first and third Monday of the month.
Learn more about e-flyers. Here are the Oct.15 e-flyers:
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Please mark your calendar:
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Oct. 22 at 7 p.m.: Board of Education Curriculum Workshop at Herrick Middle School
Oct. 23 from 7-8 p.m.: Herrick Band and Choir Concert at Herrick
Oct. 23 from 7-8 p.m.: O'Neill Band and Choir Concert at O'Neill
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Oct. 29 at 7 p.m.: Title 1 School Parent Informational Meeting at Longfellow Center
Oct. 31: Happy Halloween!
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Downers Grove Grade School District 58, 1860 63rd St., Downers Grove, IL 60516
Community Relations Office: 630-719-5805 I mhewitt@dg58.org | www.dg58.org
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