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Latest news (August 2): Community Consolidated School District 89 will require masks for all students to start the 2021-22 school year. All students will be required to wear a mask covering their nose and mouth to begin the school year. If a COVID-19 vaccine becomes available to children younger than 12 or the CDC issues revised guidance, the district will revisit whether masks would still be required for all students. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3jApl2p
Update (August 11): All CCSD 89 schools will open on Wednesday, August 18, for full-day, in-person learning five days a week, and masks will be required for all students, staff, and visitors, regardless of vaccination status. This email will give more information about which practices will remain in place during the 2021-22 school year and which have changed. This chart summarizes most of the COVID-19 protocols in an easy-to-read format. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3yIfBJJ
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SHIELD frequently asked questions document
Frequently asked questions about the SHIELD saliva COVID-19 test developed by the University of Illinois.
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IDPH presentation on using SHIELD in school districts
Illinois Department of Public Health slideshow presentation about SHIELD testing in Illinois school districts.
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Safe return plan
Slides from a presentation at the May 17, 2021, Board of Education meeting. This presentation detailed plans for the 2021-22 school year. It was presented at an open board meeting.
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Funds use plan
These slides were presented at the July 2021 Board of Education meeting. Slide 16 includes information on budget COVID-19 (ESSER III) expenses.
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CCSD 89 2021-22 back-to-school COVID-19 overview
This graphic summarizes most of the COVID-19 protocol changes for the 2021-22 school year.
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Revised Public Health Guidance for Schools (August 2021)
From the Illinois State Board of Education
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Updated quarantine recommendations for people living, learning, or working in DuPage County (8/8/21)
From the DuPage County Health Department
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Sports policies from Illinois Department of Public Health
This guidance issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) pertains to all youth recreational sports.
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Electrostatic cleaner fact sheet
Fact sheet related to the electrostatic cleaners that will be used in some CCSD 89 classrooms.
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Music Boosters selling poinsettias, wreaths, and garlands
Orders for wreaths and greens must be submitted by Sunday, October 31. Orders for poinsettias and plants are due Sunday, November 14.
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CCSD 89 increases pay rates for substitute teachers
In an effort to alleviate ongoing substitute shortages and remain comparable with surrounding districts, CCSD 89 has increased the pay rate for substitute teachers.
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CCSD 89 seeking applicants to fill board vacancy
CCSD 89 is now accepting applications to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of Board President Tim Jedlicka. Letter, resume, and information form due November 5.
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MySchoolBucks restarts two-step verification
Families can now expect that going forward, they will be prompted to enter a verification code every 45 days as part of the log-in process.
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Community can receive COVID-19 vaccine or Pfizer booster on October 23, November 13 at Glen Crest
CCSD 89 will host COVID-19 vaccination and COVID-19 vaccine booster clinics October 23 and November 13. Both clinics will take place from 9 a.m. to noon in Spartan Hall (cafeteria) at Glen Crest.
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All CCSD 89 students can get free dental exams at school in November
The DuPage County Health Department “Smile Squad” Dental Program will visiting all five CCSD 89 schools in early November to do free dental exams.
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Spartan Pumpkin Run on October 24 will support physical fitness
CCSD 89 students and families are invited to participate in the annual 3.5-kilometer Spartan Pumpkin Run at Glen Crest Middle School on Sunday, October 24.
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Video: What happens when there is a positive case at school?
This brief video explains some of the work that the CCSD 89 nurses do each day to ensure a healthy learning environment.
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Free app will help families track student's bus travel
Families can download the FirstView app, which will give them access to real-time information about their student’s bus travel.
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Community invited to donate blood on November 3 at Glen Crest
Blood donation is a simple four-step process: registration, medical history, donation, and refreshment. Donation usually takes about 10 to 12 minutes.
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Glenbard Parent Series hosts free, local talks on students and parenting
The Glenbard Parent Series (GPS) hosts free, local talks with insights on students and parenting.
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Chart can help guide families with COVID-19 questions
Families are encouraged to use this chart as a starting point when determining whether your student needs to be quarantined or isolated.
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COVID-19 rules and guidelines in CCSD 89 for 2021-22
All CCSD 89 schools will open on Wednesday, August 18, for full-day, in-person learning five days a week, and masks will be required for all students, staff, and visitors, regardless of vaccination status.
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Volunteers need to show proof of vaccination or participate in rapid testing
Community members that regularly volunteer at schools and are not vaccinated against COVID-19 can continue volunteer if they participate in a BinaxNOW test at the school 20 minutes prior to volunteering.
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Students can report bullying, threats, crises through “SpeakUp for Safety” tip line
Students in CCSD 89 have a new tool for reporting bullying, threats, or classmates in crisis. Students can confidentially call, email, or text the “SpeakUp for Safety” tipline at any time if they have information an adult needs to know.
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Board will hold regular meeting at 7 p.m. October 18 in admin offices
At 7 p.m. Monday, October 18, the CCSD 89 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting at the district office. The district will offer live video of this meeting.
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Park View teacher Nate Arenson honored for his work to promote healthy hearts
Arenson was nominated for a national award for his tireless work promoting student health through the Kids Heart Challenge programs.
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Families can review results of feedback on 2022-23 calendar
More than 350 people gave 8,273 ratings to calendar ideas. This feedback, along with staff input, will be shared with the Board of Education as they plan for the 2022-23 calendar.
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CCSD 89 is hiring substitute teachers
Have an interest in helping kids and giving back to your community while getting paid to do it? Consider being a substitute teacher!
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Please return handbook acknowledgement form ASAP
Your family has received the 2021-22 Student-Parent Handbook. On the second page, families will find an acknowledgment form that must be signed and returned to school.
