Congratulations to Stratford 8th grader Ishanth D.!
Congratulations to Jay Stream 7th grader Aubrey S.!
Congratulations to Carol Stream 5th grader Rileigh P.!
Congratulations to Heritage Lakes 5th grader Minnah A.!
Congratulations to Roy DeShane 5th grader Fatima K.!
Congratulations to Cloverdale 4th grader Deenah Z.!
Congratulations to Western Trails 4th grader Ashlan H.!
Congratulations to Elsie Johnson 2nd grader Artie S.!
CCSD93 Gives!
At this time of year, CCSD93 students and staff members get into the spirit of the season by making donations to those in need. Here are a few highlights!
D93 Staff Provides 120+ Coats for Students
This year, the entire CCSD93 staff across all schools and our District Office raised $3,400 for our Coats for Kids program, which provides warm winter apparel for students in need. It’s entirely funded by our staff, with a few additional generous donors who are family members of our staff members. It’s provided more than 120 students with coats this year alone!
Cloverdale Helps Those in Need
The Cloverdale Student Council, in cooperation with the Village of Carol Stream's Holiday Sharing program, collected hundreds of personal care items this week. Thank you to all the Cloverdale families and staff that donated items. They will be distributed to local families in need. Way to go Coyotes!
Stratford Provides Family Gifts
Each year, Stratford hosts the SMS Cares program, which is funded by Stratford Middle School staff members and provides holiday gifts for families in need. More than 100 students have received their gifts from SMS Cares this week.
Enjoy Winter Break!
Please review the articles below for more of the latest from CCSD93. There will be no Enews next week for winter break, but it will return the following Friday before students return on January 3. I wish you and your family a terrific and relaxing winter break.

Sincerely,

Dr. David H. Hill
Superintendent of Schools
CCSD93
CCSD93 Music Ensemble Concerts Dazzle
Throughout the past two weeks, CCSD93 was thrilled to welcome back middle school music ensembles back to the stage with their first in-person concerts in almost two years! The students and directors were extremely excited to share their music with their friends and family members.

In addition, 5th Grade Band & Orchestra students recorded virtual concerts with their middle school Jazz Bands.

Here's a rundown of the performances, with photos below:
  • December 7: CCSD93 Chamber Orchestra (special thanks to Directors Kelly Honda & Marlyn Barrera) and Stratford Middle School Choir (special thanks to Director Pat Brachmann).
  • December 14: Jay Stream 6th Grade Band, 7th Grade Band, 8th Grade Band & Jazz Band (special thanks to Directors Amy Dandeles & Cathrine Savino).
  • December 15: Stratford Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Jazzin' Stallions (special thanks to Director Sherri Steinke).
  • December 17: 5th Grade Band & Orchestra virtual performances released (special thanks to Directors Cathrine Savino, Kelly Honda and Dean Scopelliti).
Last Chance: Share Your Experiences With CCSD93 Parent Satisfaction Survey Today!
Each year, we poll parents, students, and staff members with a satisfaction survey to seek input on our performance. Your responses will help our schools improve programs and services. It takes about 15-20 minutes to complete, and your answers will be completely anonymous. 

This year's survey has been extended until Monday, December 20. You can take it online here if you haven't already!


Save the Date: CCSD93 Portrait of a Graduate Community Forum 1/13/22

Please join us for the Portrait of a CCSD93 Graduate Community Forum on Thursday, January 13 at 6:30 p.m. at Fountain View Recreation Center.

You'll be invited to share your perspective on the values, knowledge, skills and work habits our students should have by the time they graduate from CCSD93 as 8th graders. What we find will ultimately help inform CCSD93’s next Strategic Plan and guide what and how our students of all grade levels learn moving forward. View this newsletter more information.
Need Childcare During Break?
Do you need childcare during winter break? The Carol Stream Park District has you covered! Go directly to this website to sign up for the Days Off Club, which provides care during several of the days CCSD93 has off that parents might not, including the upcoming winter break!
Winter Break 12/20-12/31
12/16 Board of Education Meeting Recap
CCSD93's most recent Board of Education meeting was held Thursday, December 16. The following occurred at the meeting.
  • A representative from CCSD93’s audit firm presented the Fiscal Year 2021 Audit Report.
  • Principals from Jay Stream Middle School, Heritage Lakes School, and Western Trails School presented their School Improvement Plans.
  • The board approved two new job descriptions.
  • Superintendent Hill reviewed the District's progress on the Board's Goals.
  • The Board voted to approve the 2021 Certificate of Tax Levy Resolution.
  • Superintendent Hill discussed CCSD93’s staff professional development.
  • CCSD93 Director for Buildings & Grounds Sean Gordon provided an overview of bid results for the updated Western Trails fire alarm system, scheduled to be replaced this summer, and the Board voted to approve the project.
  • The Board reviewed and approved the new Teacher’s Retirement Supplemental Savings Plan. 
  • The Board will approved conference expense reports for employees and Board members.
  • Superintendent Hill provided an overview of synchronous learning for remote students. 
  • Superintendent Hill provided an overview of the Portrait of a Graduate process.
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