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Glen Parent Series hosts free, local talks on students and parenting

This year’s speakers will begin with Dr. Ross Flowers, EEL Coordinator Susanna Melon, social worker Jonathan Singer, and author David Grann.

Support the students, teachers by eating at Buona Beef on August 29

You can support Community Consolidated School District 89 students and get a tasty meal by eating at the Glen Ellyn Buona Beef between 10:30 a.m. and 10 p.m. on Thursday, August 29.

Get a free Chicago Bears shirt and Noodles & Company meal by donating blood on August 28 at Glen Crest

Anyone who donates blood on August 28 will receive a free Chicago Bears long-sleeve shirt, as well as a coupon for a free entrée at Noodles & Company.

YMCA will offer elementary before- and after-school care

The B.R. Ryall YMCA will again offer before- and after-school care for elementary school students in CCSD 89.

Information on Pearson Clinical Assessment data breach

Community Consolidated School District 89 learned there had been a data breach at an outside company the district has used for some student assessments.

2019-20 school year starts August 14!

Students will return to CCSD 89 classrooms on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. The first day of classes will be half day for all CCSD 89 students.

CCSD 89 returns to First Student for busing services

Few changes expected as returns to First Student – the company that served CCSD 89 for decades – to run morning and afternoon bus routes for regular-education students.

CCSD 89 seeking elementary food service worker

If you like helping kids and are looking for a work schedule that follows the school calendar, consider applying to be a food service worker in Community Consolidated School District 89.

Glen Crest students Ashley Krebs, Emily Puchalski selected as district’s first Student Board Members

Two student leaders were selected to serve as first-ever Student Representatives to the Board of Education in Community Consolidated School District 89. Glen Crest Middle School seventh grade students Ashley Krebs and Emily Puchalski were introduced at Monday’s Board of Education meeting.

Emily Burnett selected as the next principal of Arbor View Elementary School

An experienced educator with ties to CCSD 89 has been selected as the next principal of Arbor View Elementary School. Emily Burnett was approved by the Board of Education at a regular meeting June 17.

Kristie Mate hired as next Park View Elementary School principal

An experienced administrator who has worked in education for nearly two decades will be the next leader of Park View.

A letter from Craig Hofmann to the community

Glen Crest social studies teacher Craig Hofmann retired after 40 years of service to CCSD 89 students. He shared a letter with the community. Here, he shares a letter of gratitude with the community.

Questions about your tax bill?

As the first tax bills arrive with the new CCSD 89 tax rate, some residents have questions about the rate change that was approved by voters in November 2018.

DuPage Back to School Fair will provide free school supplies to those in need on August 7

Families in need can get free books, school supplies, hair cuts, and more at the DuPage Back to School Fair on August 7. The fair is open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton.

Glen Crest teacher Tracy Dietel, Park View aide Linda Helf earn district’s “89 Empowers” award

Glen Crest teacher Tracey Dietel and Park View aide Linda Helf were named the 2019 “89 Empowers” award winners.

Congratulations, Glen Crest Middle School, class of 2019!

Congratulations to the 238 Glen Crest students who became the newest high school students on May 28, 2019.

Glen Crest musicians excel at Music in the Parks festival

Glen Crest Middle School band, chorus, and orchestra students earned several honors at the recent “Music in the Parks” festival.

Registration for 2019-20 school year is now open

Registration for the 2019-20 school year is now open. Families who complete registration before May 1 can receive a $10 discount for each student.

Assistant Superintendent Maureen Jones named to board for Illinois Association of School Business Officials

CCSD 89 Assistant Superintendent Maureen Jones was named to the Board of Directors for the Illinois Association of School Business Officials at the organization’s annual conference.

2019 Disability Awareness Week in CCSD 89

From March 18 to 22, 2019, students from across CCSD 89 participated in Disability Awareness Week, which challenged their thinking about visible and hidden disabilities.