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Uniform Policy Update Starting January 5th 2026

Dear BN 98 Families, We’re excited to share some great news! The Board of Education has approved updated uniform guidelines that provide more flexibility for our students while maintaining a positive learning environment. What’s Changing on January 5, 2026: • Any blue shirt • Any blue sweater • Any blue hoodie • Any other blue top Important Reminders: All clothing must still be appropriate for school. Tops may NOT display or promote: • Alcohol or drugs • Sexual content • Profanity or offensive language • Violence • Any messaging that creates a hostile environment Thank you for your support! [Wednesday, Dec 3 at 10:27 AM] Hi BN98 Families, Just a quick reminder that our updated uniform guidelines will go into effect on January 5, 2026. As shared earlier, students may now wear any blue shirt, sweater, hoodie, or other blue top, as long as it is school-appropriate. Thank you for your support as we work to provide students with flexibility while maintaining a positive learning environment!

Berwyn North School District 98's first Día de los Muertos Celebration 📅 When: Wednesday, October 29th ⏰ Time: 5:30 - 8:00 PM 📍 Where: Jefferson School 7035 West 16th St. Berwyn, IL 60402 (Cafeteria) **Enter through the playground** What to expect: All District families are invited to create beautiful yard sign altars (to take home) to honor and remember loved ones. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate this meaningful tradition together as a community and enjoy a performance by Aztec Dancers! Please bring: Photos of loved ones you'd like to honor Small ornaments or mementos to personalize your altar Your family's creativity and love! We will provide: All materials for the yard sign altars Warm beverages Traditional pan de muerto (sweet bread) **Danza Azteca** Performance (6:30-7:15) All families are welcome! Come celebrate, create, and connect with our community as we honor the beautiful tradition of Día de los Muertos! [Friday, Oct 24 at 11:19 AM] We can't wait to see you at our Berwyn North Dia de los Muertos Celebration next Wednesday, October 29, 20205! Please RSVP. [Friday, Oct 24 at 11:21 AM] We can't wait to see you at our Berwyn North Dia de los Muertos Celebration next Wednesday, October 29, 2025! Please RSVP.

Join us for an important informational workshop to help you prepare a Family Emergency Plan! We will cover: • Who needs a Power of Attorney and what it does • What is Temporary Guardianship • Standby Guardianship Designation • Short-Term Guardianship • Assistance with completing Temporary Guardianship forms will be available 📅 Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025 ⏰ Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Havlicek Elementary School 6401 15th St, Berwyn, IL 60402 This workshop is presented by Rincon Family Services in partnership with BN98. For more information, contact: Mary Beth Arenella Family Liaison for BNSD 98 📞 708-484-6200 Ext. 7011 📧 marenella@bn98.org [Tuesday, Oct 21 at 9:25 AM] Friendly reminder to all! We welcome you Thursday 23rd 5:30 to 7:30 PM at Havlicek. Childcare will be provided. [Thursday, Oct 23 at 4:02 PM] Please join us tonight for Guardianship Workshop

Join us for PART II of the PARENTPRENEUR saga, the 🎃 Parentpreneur Fall Mocktail Mixer 🎃 for an evening of autumn-inspired mocktails, meaningful connections, and business inspiration in our own Berwyn Shops! Friday October 3rd 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Berwyn Shops - 6931 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL 60402 What you’ll get: • Meet the actual entrepreneurs currently CRUSHING IT at the shops • Meet the Berwyn Development Corporation team • Network with fellow Parentpreneurs • Kindly RSVP HERE (Childcare services provided) Questions? Email marenella@bn98.org [Thursday, Sep 25 at 10:44 AM] Hey amazing Parentpreneurs! 👋 Last night was INCREDIBLE! Please see the updated event and join us for more fun at the 🎃 Parentpreneur Fall Mocktail Mixer 🎃 **Friday, October 3rd | 6:00-7:30 PM | The Berwyn Shops**

It’s time to get your student’s Chromebook for the new school year! 💻 📅 Dates & Times: Monday, August 11 – 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM Tuesday, August 12 – 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM Wednesday, August 13 – 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM Thursday, August 14 – 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM Friday, August 15 – 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM ⏸ Lunch Breaks (No Distribution): Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri – 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM Wed – 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM 💵 Fee: $25 per student (Cash Only) 📍 Pick up at your Home School Please make sure to bring payment and any required forms so your student is ready to start the year with their Chromebook!

Hi families, Here’s a quick refresher on what our uniform guidelines look like: 👕 Shirts: Plain with a collar. 👖 Bottoms: Plain skirts and shorts (no more than 1” above the knee), or other plain pants with no rips, logos, or writing. 🧥 Outerwear: Sweaters, vests, or hoodies with the school logo are allowed – perfect for layering while showing school pride. 🎨 Color Scheme: Stick to solid shades of blue – navy, royal, light blue, etc. No extra graphics, symbols, or words. 🚫 Leave at Home: Hats, bandanas, open-toe shoes, and sunglasses – save those for the weekends! *NOT APPLICABLE TO PRE-K STUDENTS*

Dear BN98 Families, To help our students start the school year healthy and strong, we’re hosting a Back-to-School Vaccine Clinic in partnership with your neighborhood pharmacy team. 🗓 Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025 🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 📍 Location: Jefferson Elementary School 7035 W. 16th Street, Berwyn, IL 60402 💉 Vaccines Offered: Flu Tetanus Meningitis MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) ✔️ Bonus: Receive 10% off groceries with each immunization (some restrictions apply). 📲 Skip the wait! Use the QR code on the flyer to schedule your appointment in advance. Let’s work together to keep our school community safe and ready for an amazing year ahead!

Get ready to kick off the new school year with fun, food, and important school info at our BN98 Back-to-School Event ! 🗓 Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025 🕙 Time: 12:00 PM -4:00 PM 📍 Location: Jefferson Soccer Field 7035 W. 16th Street, Berwyn, IL 60402 What to Expect: Meet your school’s principals and assistant principals Pick up class schedules Find out who your student's teacher will be Ask questions and get ready for the new year 🌮🌭 PLUS — It’s a celebration! Enjoy delicious food and snacks, fun games, live music and exciting prizes for the whole family. 🎁🎈This is a can't-miss event for BN98 families—come connect, celebrate, and get prepared for an amazing school year ahead!

📚 Save the Date: May 14th! Join us for "Building Blocks for Reading: A Make & Take Workshop!" ✨ "Bloques de construcción para la lectura: ¡un taller para Make & Take!" PM Session: 5–6pm @ Prairie Oak Commons — Childcare provided! 🎨 Get hands-on with fun, literacy-building activities designed for families with Pre-K–2nd grade learners. Walk away with tools, games, and ideas to spark reading and writing at home! 💬 Don’t miss out—come build your literacy toolkit with us!

Uniform Policy Update Starting January 5th 2026

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