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Keeneyville 20 Behind The Scenes - Inclement Weather
How does Keeneyville District 20 make snow day decisions? Go Behind the Scenes with Episode 1 and learn how and why the district makes school closure decisions on inclement weather days. Watch Episode 1 now and stay prepared!
Wednesday, Feb 05 2025
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Keeneyville Behind The Scenes - NEW VIDEO SERIES
We are excited to introduce our new video series, "Keeneyville 20 Behind the Scenes!" This video series will give families an inside look at various topics within our district, offering helpful background and insights into the "how" and "why" behind the decisions we make. Our goal is to ensure every student receives the best education possible, and we hope this series provides a deeper understanding of our work. We invite you to watch our brief introduction and learn more! WATCH INTRODUCTORY VIDEO Thank you for your continued support of Keeneyville 20! Respectfully, Dr. Omar Castillo Superintendent
Tuesday, Feb 04 2025
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#WeAreKeeneyville D20 - Spring Wood Family
#WeAreKeeneyville D20 - Spring Wood Family Please join us for the latest #WeAreKeeneyvilleD20 video series episode to learn more about our District 20 Story. This week, we feature the incredible Principal Aliano from Spring Wood, sharing how we "Arrive as Friends and Leave as FAMILY!" Together, we're building a loving community! https://esd20.info/WeAreKeeneyvilleD20-SpringWoodFamily
Friday, Jan 31 2025
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D20 School Calendar 2025-26
Calendar for School Year 2025-2026 The Board of Education has approved the calendar for the next school year! You can view and download it at https://www.esd20.org/about/calendars/master-calendar . The calendar includes important dates such as the first and last days of school, holidays, early dismissal days, and parent-teacher conferences. Be sure to check key dates to help coordinate family schedules, vacations, and childcare. Please contact your child’s school or our district office if you have any questions. We appreciate your partnership and look forward to another great school year!
Friday, Jan 31 2025
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Kindergarten Round-Up 2/12
Welcome to 2025-26 Kindergarten! We are excited to invite you to our Kindergarten Round-Up to get ready for the 2025-26 School Year! This event is an opportunity to learn about Kindergarten and what to expect, explore our Dual-Language Program, discover more about our schools, and get details about the registration process. We look forward to seeing you and sharing what makes Kindergarten at Keeneyville School District 20 special. Don’t miss this chance to prepare for an exciting year ahead for your child! WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2025 Begins at 6:00pm At Greenbrook and Waterbury Elementary Schools Kindergarten Enrollment will open on Monday, March 3, 2025 , with (1) in-person proof of residency and (2) online registration. Families must bring a photo ID, original birth certificate, and proof of residency documents to their school office. To learn more about the registration process, please visit the "Registration" tab on our website https://www.esd20.org / . You may also email registration@esd20.org or call your school office with any questions. We encourage you to take advantage of our district’s Kindergarten Dual Language Program . For more information and the separate application that must accompany your registration forms, please go to www.esd20.org/registration/2025-26/kindergarten . If you are interested in applying for Early Entrance to Kindergarten , please go to www.esd20.org/district/teaching-and-learning/early-entrance-to-kindergarten for full details and eligibility requirements. Applications are due by May 9, 2025. We look forward to you and your child joining our Keeneyville District 20 Family!
Wednesday, Jan 29 2025
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D20 Message to Families - Immigration Concerns
Dear Keeneyville D20 Families, We are aware of the ongoing media reports regarding the changing landscape of immigration enforcement. We understand that this may cause anxiety for some of our students, families, and staff. Please be assured that our district remains committed to protecting the rights of our students, staff, and families while complying with the law. Below is an overview of some of the continued protections in place while at school: All students have the right to access public education, regardless of immigration status (1982 Plyler v. Doe Supreme Court case). The Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA, 20 U.S.C. 1232g ) protects the privacy of student education and extends to requests from Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) or other federal agencies. The district’s continued policy is to protect students’ rights if police or any outside agency requests to interview our students or access their records. ( Board Policy 7:150 - Student and Family Privacy Rights) If you or someone you know needs additional resources or support, don’t hesitate to contact your school office or our district’s Family Liaison at (630) 894-2250. They can help you connect with community resources that can assist you based on your needs. Sincerely yours, Dr. Omar Castillo Superintendent Keeneyville School District 20
Thursday, Jan 23 2025
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NEW Registration Schedule for 2025-26
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Student Registration for the 2025-26 School Year will take place earlier this year, so be sure to mark your calendars! The district is upgrading to a new version of our student information system, Skyward, this summer. Early registration is essential to ensure a smooth transition for your student's enrollment. Proof of Residency will be required for new families only. The district will use a third-party service to verify residency for returning families. You may be contacted if additional documentation is required. Registration instructions will be available when registration opens at https://www.esd20.org/registration . Monthly raffle prizes will be awarded for registrations completed before the summer. Important Dates: KINDERGARTEN ROUN D-UP Wednesday, February 12 6:00 pm Greenbrook and Waterbury Elementary REGISTRATION OPENS Monday, March 3 All Grades (Preschool through 8th Grade) EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT $50 off each student's registration fee Must complete registration by April 30 Thank you for completing your student's registration early to help us get ready for the new school year!
Wednesday, Jan 15 2025
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We Are Keeneyville D20
We are excited to introduce our new video series, #WeAreKeeneyvilleD20 , designed to share the unique stories of our district with the community. Through this series, you will get to know our incredible staff and discover the amazing things happening in our schools. To kick off the video series, we proudly feature Dr. Jon Pokora, Principal of Waterbury School. Dr. Pokora was recently recognized as the Elementary Principal of the Year for the DuPage Region by the Illinois Principals Association. Take a few moments to watch the video and learn more about this prestigious award and the wonderful initiatives taking place at Waterbury School. https://esd20.info/WeAreKeeneyvilleD20-PrincipalofTheYear
Wednesday, Jan 15 2025
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NEW ParentSquare Features for District 20 Families!
District 20 is excited to share that ParentSquare now offers even more great features to support communication between our families and staff! The platform is easy to use and enhances communication in multiple ways: District Updates: Stay informed with posts (messages and news feed) and alerts (important and emergency notifications). School Updates : Receive school-specific posts and alerts for timely updates. NEW - Teacher Updates: Access classroom-specific posts to stay connected with your child’s learning. Learn How to View Class Posts . NOTE: ParentSquare will supplement other modes of teacher-parent communication, such as Seesaw, Remind, email, phone, etc. Please speak with your child's teacher if you have any questions. NEW - Direct Messages: Send/Receive private or group two-way messages with staff. Learn How to View, Send, or Reply to Direct Messages While activating your ParentSquare account is not required to continue receiving messages from us, activating it unlocks additional benefits, such as starting conversations and fully engaging with all the platform offers. We encourage you to activate your account today if you have not already done so! How to Activate Your Account All communication will be delivered in your preferred language, as designated in Skyward or within your ParentSquare account settings. You can also customize how and when you receive messages (via text, email, phone and/or app notifications, and either instantly or as a daily digest). Learn How to Manage Your Account Settings We look forward to seeing you on ParentSquare!
Tuesday, Jan 07 2025
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D20 Parent University - Artificial Intelligence RESC...
NEW DATE: Due to unexpected events, the Parent University on Artificial Intelligence (AI) initially scheduled for tonight has been moved to a new date. This online event will now be held on Thursday, January 30th, from 6:30 - 7:30 pm . REGISTRATION REQUIRED: A Google Meet link will be shared closer to the new date. Registration for the original event will automatically transfer. Registration has been re-opened if you can now join us on January 30: https://esd20.info/PARENTUNIVERSITY_ArtificialIntelligence01-30-25 This informative session is an educational opportunity to learn about AI tools and their effects. It is designed to help our community understand this technology's role in education and daily life. We look forward to seeing you on January 30! This Parent University is sponsored by the Lake Park Elementary Feeder School Districts and Lake Park High School.
Tuesday, Jan 07 2025