D205 Resources

2019-20 STUDENT LATE ARRIVAL DATES & TIMES

Wednesday, August 28
Wednesday, September 11, 25
Wednesday, October 23
Wednesday, November 20
Wednesday, December 11
Wednesday, January 15
Wednesday, February 5, 19
Wednesday, March 4, 18
Wednesday, April 8, 22
Wednesday, May 6

GRADES 1-5 LATE ARRIVAL

• Arrive on campus no earlier than 9:30
• 1st bell will ring at 9:35
• 2nd bell (to indicate beginning of class) will ring at 9:45
• Class will be dismissed at 3:00

AM KINDERGARTEN LATE ARRIVAL

• Arrive on campus no earlier than 9:30
• 1st bell (to enter the building through door #3) will ring at 9:35
• 2nd bell (to indicate beginning of class) will ring at 9:45
• Class will be dismissed at 11:55

PM KINDERGARTEN LATE ARRIVAL

• On Late Arrival Days, please bring your children to the main office door #1 for drop off (at 12:50)
• We do not provide supervision, and will not be ringing entrance bells.
• Arrive on campus no earlier than 12:50 PM  
• Mrs Phillips will meet the children by the office at 12:55 
• Class Begins at 12:55
• Class will be dismissed at 3:00

2018-2019 AND 2019-2020 SCHOOL CALENDARS APPROVED

At its January 23rd meeting, the Board of Education approved both the 2018-2019 and 2019-2020 school calendars. The first day of school for the 2019-2020 school year will be Wednesday, August 14th. Both calendars can be viewed and downloaded HERE.

• When CogAT Scores are released for current 2nd and 5th graders, parents can use their child’s CogAT score profiles to help differentiate instruction. Click HERE for information.
• If parents are looking to assist their child at home they can use their students MAP scores on Khan academy for recommended practice resources. Click HERE for information.

EUREKA MATH - GREAT MINDS, DUANE HABECKER

GreatMinds.org 
Duane Habecker

Parents!!!  Mr. Habecker has a YouTube video explaining each and every lesson (identified in the upper right-hand corner of each homework sheet).  

Click HERE for a great resource for parents to learn about the math curriculum from Kindergarten through College Algebra. The information is divided by the following:

• By grade tab (Kindergarten through 8th grade, geometry, pre algebra, advanced algebra and trigonometry, and college algebra 
• Lists grade level specific critical areas of focus
• Lists the different modules by grade
• Provides parent resources to help your child with math

ELMHURST WALK-IN ASSISTANCE NETWORK

In addition to giving emergency aid for rent, utilities, etc. to Elmhurst families and people with students in District 205, EWAN also has two programs directly related to the schools. One is SWAN (Students with Activity Needs), where we can provide financial assistance with some activities that fall through the funding cracks, such as Band trips, dually enrolled college/hs course fees, etc.  EWAN also works with the school social workers and provide snacks for students on free or reduced lunch monthly at all of the schools who wish to participate.

The website is: www.elmhurstwalkinministry.org. 

SEARCHABLE DATABASE!

If you missed the Summer Recreation Open House (SROH), please find a searchable database HERE. The database includes over 100 groups and organizations to keep your student(s) busy this summer! You can sort by program type, registration date, distance, length and more! 

CLOSED - THANK YOU! Please join us next year. 

17TH ANNUAL SUMMER RECREATION OPEN HOUSE – Mark your calendars! You are invited to attend the 17th Annual Summer Recreation Open House sponsored by the Elmhurst District 205 PTA. This is a FREE event open to all Elmhurst families and neighboring communities. Browse the tables of various organizations offering summer activities and camps for all ages and abilities. This open house will be held on Wednesday, February 6, from 6-8 PM at York High School.

On your way over, stop by the Pot Belly Eat & Earn that same night from 5 to 8 PM on St. Charles Road. No flier or coupons needed. PTA Council will receive a percentage of the total sales collected during those hours. Fundraising proceeds are used to provide scholarships to York seniors.

Closed - thank you.

D205 Foundation Selling K-12 Holiday Ornaments

Looking for a unique stocking stuffer that also supports education? The District 205 Foundation offers hand-forged, pewter ornaments of each K-8 school, York High School, Churchville Schoolhouse, and York note cards. 

Last day to order before break is Wednesday, Dec. 19.  For details about these items and other gift options, visit http://www.elmhurst205.org/foundation_gifts.

Closed - thank you. 

D205 FOUNDATION 2019 GALA - Saturday, February 9th 6:00 pm Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook

D205 FOUNDATION - LEARN MORE

This year, students and staff are benefiting from over $192,000 in Foundation funding that provides educational enhancements, more resources and additional programming across all K-12 district schools. This is a direct result of community support, and we thank all of our donors for their generosity.

We are currently seeking Foundation sponsors for this upcoming year. Contact our Executive Director at 630-617-2328 to learn more about this special opportunity. Learn more about us by visiting www.elmhurst205.org/foundation.

CLOSED FUNDRAISERS - THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

CLOSED

FRI. 10/26 Orders due! Holiday Tree Sale: 
Support the charming Elmhurst tradition of tree lined streets by volunteering as a block captain or purchasing an outdoor or indoor tree. Neighborhood Tree Order deliveries Nov. 24th , pick up Dec. 1st. Visit www.elmhurst205.org/HolidayTrees for information and to place an order.
CLOSED

SAT., 11/3, 5PM - HARLEM WIZARDS vs. D205 ALL-STARS BASKETBALL GAME
Come cheer on your favorite teachers and principals as they play the Harlem Wizards on Saturday, November 3rd 5:00 pm at York High School. This is a laugh out loud family friendly event that is sure to entertain. General, Reserved and Courtside tickets available. Visit www.elmhurst205.org/wizards for details and tickets.