It has been wonderful to see all the students back in the building this week; I hope everyone's winter break was restful, safe, and healthy. Having taken some time to reflect on how this most unusual 2020-2021 school year has gone so far, I am beyond thankful and grateful for the continued support our students, families, and staff have provided to others. It is because of your diligence, perseverance, and flexibility that we are able to continue providing a wonderful opportunity for all our students as we begin 2021; and for that I thank you as it has not always been an easy road. :)

The new year is a great way to start fresh! And what better way to do that than to commit a few minutes to review the newsletter each week. The newsletter is a valuable resource for all your student and family needs, and will only be sent when there is new, pertinent information. For example, the first issue of each month will feature the menu for your reference. Our goal is to ensure accurate, up to date, relevant information without creating an additional burden or task for each family. Information from previous newsletters can be referenced by going to the GRES website and clicking on "GRES Newsletters" in the ribbon near the bottom of the screen. On the right, you can click "Expand All" to see a list of topics covered in each newletter. Please call the office at 630-553-5513 if you have any questions or issues related to accessing this information.

Dr. Kressin goes above and beyond day in and day out to ensure the children are reaching their fullest potential, despite the extra work required to tailor lessons and assignments to individual students. She is always thinking of creative ways to challenge and engage our son, keeping him motivated to learn. As if this isn’t enough, her organization and communication with students AND parents is top notch allowing for a very smooth and dare I say pleasant hybrid experience. She is so very appreciated within our household just as I imagine she is in so many others. Thank you Dr. Kressin! 

Finally, here is the link for Y115's On Point Speaker series that was hosted on Zoom in December. The topic was: "Dealing with Stressors, Anxiety, and Social Isolation During the Pandemic & How to Support Your Child". This is the complete Zoom video from the presentation.

​How Can Your Students Improve the World With Tech?

(Teacher Grant Prizes–Up To $2,500!)

Teach your students about the basics of artificial intelligence, where it exists in their everyday lives, and how it can be used to better the world. Then it’s students’ turn to brainstorm how technology can help! With the Tech4Innovation contest, students will identify a problem in their community, and then use the design process to draw and describe a tech innovation to address it.

ENTRIES DUE: January 22, 2021

SPECIAL INNOVATOR (Girls Only!):

Come play the world's most popular tabletop roleplaying game, Dungeons and Dragons. Join us on a fantastical 4 week quest over Zoom, finding treasure, slaying dragons, and fighting goblins. Party space is limited and registration is required. Call 630-553-4354 ext. 108 or email [email protected] with questions.

Friday, January 8 and 22 at 10:30am - DROP IN STORY TIME at the Yorkville Public Library

Friday, January 8 at 3:00pm - YA Teen Book Club at the Yorkville Public Library

 Leah English will lead the group in a discussion about this month's book, "Sadie” by Courtney Summers. The book is at the Youth Service desk for pick up prior to January 8. Please contact Leah at [email protected] if you have any questions. 

Tuesday, January 12 and 26 at 4:30pm - BOOK CLUB 3rd and 5th grades at the Yorkville Public Library

In this two session book club, we will read the book, “The Story of Ruby Bridges” by Robert Coles. Join us to discuss the civil rights movement and widen the recognition of those who played a part in this momentous change in America's history. Please register for both days on the YPL website. *Face masks and social distancing are required.

Monday, January 18 at 11:00am, 2:00pm, and 4:00pm - Facebook Story Time

February 1 - February 5 - Window Art at the Yorkville Public Library

1/26/21 - PTO Meeting 4:30pm

You can either email it to: [email protected] or

complete the: Teacher Feature Digital Submission Form

In addition to your child coming to school there is an expected two hours of learning that are taking place at home also. Teachers have shared this information in Google Classroom or SeeSaw, depending on the grade of your child. If your child is struggling with their independent work at home, please contact your child's teacher for assistance or modifications. If your child is not completing their afternoon work, it will be marked as a partial absence.

Attendance is mandatory on all zoom lessons. This is the time your child is receiving his or her direct instruction. Please make sure your child attends every zoom session or they will be marked absent. Attendance and truancy are still being monitored in all learning formats.

If you will be traveling outside of the Continental US, please notify the office ASAP, as all family members will need to quarantine for 14 days upon return.

If anyone in the home is exhibiting COVID related symptoms, please remember to keep all children/siblings who attend schools in the district home as well!

Upcoming Zoom PTO meetings (Meeting ID: 909 645 1872, Passcode: cXY0sJ):

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