District Update – Sept. 13
Board of Education – Committee of the Whole Recap
This past Monday, the Board of Education gathered for its monthly Committee of the Whole meeting. These committee meetings inform the Board’s monthly business meeting and offer the group an opportunity to review, discuss, and provide valuable insight on District initiatives. While the Board gives its final approval to these initiatives during its regular business meeting, these important committee meetings are characterized by dialogue and an exchange of ideas. Just like the monthly business meetings, these committee meetings are open to in-person attendance and also streamed live on our YouTube channel, with a recording also made available for viewing.
At last Monday’s meeting, the Board was presented with a final draft of our Strategic Plan Action Steps for 2024-25 and also reviewed the summer 2025 construction budget. The agenda and accompanying materials for this meeting are available online.
Parent Education Events – Let's Play Series
District 39 is proud to be partnering with the Alliance for Early Childhood, Wilmette Public Library, and BackYard Nature Center for a series of Parent Education events designed to highlight the benefits of free play for our students. These events are meant to be a family adventure into creative, child-led free play that sparks imagination and fuels growth. This experience is designed for you and your child(ren) to explore a variety of fun-filled activities designed to flex your “play muscles” and strengthen your bond. The schedule for these events is listed below. Registration is required and can be done online through the respective school links.
• McKenzie: Wednesday, Oct. 2 (3:30-4:30 pm)
• Romona: Monday, Oct. 7 (3:30-4:30 pm)
• Harper: Friday, Oct. 18 (2:30-3:30 pm)
• Central: Monday, Oct. 21 (3:30-4:30 pm)
• Highcrest: Monday, Oct. 28 (3:50-4:50 pm)
Parent Education Events – Research-Based Math
D39 is offering a Parent Education event, titled “Researched-Based Mathematics Teaching and Learning,” on Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 11 am. This event will be held virtually via Zoom. Dr. Jen Munson, an assistant professor of learning sciences at Northwestern University, with a Ph.D. in Teacher Education and Mathematics Education from Stanford University, will help our families gain insight into the ways children understand and engage with math. Learn what research suggests students need in order to develop strong mathematical skills. Registration is open for this event.
Looking for Fulfilling Work? Join Our D39 Team!
District 39 seeks caring and qualified individuals to join our D39 team! We are accepting applications for paraprofessionals, substitute teachers, a substitute nurse, and maintenance/custodial associates. If you are interested in working as part of a dynamic team in a vibrant and welcoming setting, or know of someone who may be, please visit our D39 employment webpage.