- Community Consolidated School District 89
- Backpack information
Online backpack
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The district shares fliers from outside organizations through the online backpack. The district only shares fliers from non-profit community organizations that are hosting events that might be of interest to CCSD 89 students.
The district does not post commercial fliers in the online backpack and reserves the right to reject any flier. To have your organization's flier considered to be included in the online backpack, email info@ccsd89.org.
Click on any of the titles below to view the flier.
Online backpack fliers
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Summer reading at CCSD 89 (June 6-24)
From June 6 to June 24, all CCSD 89 students are invited to check out books from the library at Park View Elementary School, 250 S. Park Boulevard, Glen Ellyn. The Park View library will be open from 8 to 11 am. Monday through Friday to read or check out any Park View books.
Any student currently enrolled in CCSD 89 (students who were in preschool through seventh grade during the 2021-22 school year) is invited. Children younger than eight must be with an adult.
The Glen Ellyn Public Library has also opened up its Summer Reading Program to all CCSD 89 students, including those that live in Wheaton or Lombard. You can find out more here: https://gepl.beanstack.org/reader365
Students can also use the Sora App or Tumblebooks this summer.
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Eighth annual Glen Ellyn Vintage Auto Fest (June 4)
The 8th Annual Glen Ellyn Vintage Auto Fest is Saturday, June 4, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The location is Historic Stacy's Corners, 800 N. Main Street, Glen Ellyn. Free. More info, call (630) 469-1867 or email www.director@gehs.org.
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Book sale at Briar Glen (June 23-25)
American Association of University Women book sale
Proceeds benefit the Scholarship fund.
Book sale: Briar Glen 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. June 23; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. June 24; and 9 a.m. to noon June 25.
Books can be donated for the sale May 1 - 31 at Wheaton Sports Center, 1000 West Prairie Ave., Wheaton; Health Track, 875 East Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; and Wheaton Park District, 1777 South Blanchard St., Wheaton or June 1 - 17 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday at Briar Glen Elementary School, 1800 Briarcliff Blvd., Wheaton
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Dare to Dream GECRC fundraiser and celebration (June 24)
The Glen Ellyn Children’s Resource Center (GECRC) will host the "Dare to Dream," a 20th Anniversary Celebration and Fundraiser, on Friday, June 24, at the historic Glen Ellyn Boathouse.
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Glenbard South summer K-8 dance camp (August 1-5)
The Glenbard South dance team invites students in kindergarten through eighth grade to participate in the annual dance camp August 1 through August 5. 9:30 a.m. to noon at Glenbard South. $65.
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DuPage County Back-to-School Fair (August 10)
Wednesday, August 10, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton,
Participants will drive through to receive backpacks and school supplies. Online pre-registration is required at catholiccharitiesjoliet.org.
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Fun things to do at Brookfield Zoo (spring/summer)
Events taking place in the spring and summer at Brookfield Zoo.
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DNA Learning Center summer camps at Notre Dame (summer 2022)
The DNA Learning Center is an educational facility committed to hands-on learning for students in genetics and molecular biology. Located on the campus of the University of Notre Dame. Experiments are done in a college lab with a Notre Dame professor and Notre Dame students as assistants. More info: https://dnacenter.nd.edu/ -
English Conversation Circle (every Tuesday)
Practice everyday conversations, improve your pronunciation and gain confidence in a relaxed environment. Ages 18 and up. Starts September 14. Meets Tuesdays. Facilitated by People’s Resource Center.
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Practical English class (every Thursday)
These classes provide English language learners with life skills and the opportunity to improve speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary development, and grammar. Meets Thursday. Facilitated by People's Resource Center. Ages 18 and up
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Butterfield Park District Fall Craft Fair (September 17)
At the Glen (located on the corner of Butterfield and 53) shop more than 30 local crafters and vendors! While you shop at the Glen Briar Park you can take a stroll along the paved path, test your balance and strength on the challenge course and enjoy lunch from one of the food trucks. All ages 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. September 17
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Illinois Rental Payment Assistance
The Illinois Rental Payment Program (ILRPP) can provide up to $25,000 in emergency rental assistance for families affected by the pandemic. Eligible households may receive up to 15 months of assistance from June 2020 through August 2021.
IL Rental Payment Program Flyer DuPage County English and Spanish 5.7.2021.pdf 1.46 MB (Last Modified on May 18, 2021) -
DuPage County low-cost dental clinic
The Dental Clinic at DuPage County Dental Clinic is open for individuals who meet the Health Department income guidelines. Locations in Wheaton and Lombard. All Medicaid accepted. Low-cost fees.
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Career Resources for Parents
Help getting a job, free one-to-one career coaching, up to $10,000 in training/certification grants at workNet DuPage Career Center.
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Glen Ellyn Library e-Learning Resources
Online tutoring, book pick-up, creative art projects, reading suggestions, science ideas, and lots more is available online from the Glen Ellyn Public Library.
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Lekotek Family Play program through WDSRA
Lekotek is a family-centered play program designed to help families in the development of children with special needs from birth to 8 years old. Private, customized therapeutic play sessions give families the guidance and support they need to learn and engage in purposeful play together. Through the Western DuPage Special Recreation Association