Lester News

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To meet the needs of our families, the District is piloting a packaged lunch program (i.e. a box lunch) for elementary students. Here is an update on those efforts.

Board Briefs: Oct. 9, 2023

October 13, 2023

The District 58 Board of Education held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2023 at Downers Grove Village Hall.

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The 2024 Reading Games registration is now open thru Wednesday, Nov. 15. Get your teams together and get ready for the games on Feb. 24

Board Preview: Oct. 9, 2023

October 6, 2023

The District 58 Board of Education will hold a Regular Business Meeting on Monday, Oct. 9, 2023, at 7 p.m. at Downers Grove Village Hall.

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Dozens of families with children were in attendance as Belle Aire Principal Brent Borchelt cut the ribbon signifying the official opening of the playground.

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Communicate 58 features a message from Dr. Russell on how attendance impacts students and the school district, photo galleries and more!

Improving school culture and building community was the goal. But Herrick students would say loads of fun was the outcome.

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Communicate 58: Sept. 20, 2023

September 21, 2023

Communicate 58 features an invitation to volunteer on district councils and committees, a story on how positive relationships enhance success in school and results of a survey on lunch options at the elementary schools.

Building positive relationships with students is the secret ingredient that can significantly enhance academic achievement, motivation and overall student success.

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District-wide councils and committees have openings for the 2023-24 school year. Consider volunteering.

Thousands came to downtown Downers Grove for the 10th Annual Oktoberfest on Sept. 15 and 16.

Board Briefs: Sept. 11, 2023

September 14, 2023

The District 58 Board of Education held a Regular Meeting on Monday, Sept. 11, 2023 at the Downers Grove Village Hall.

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Oktoberfest Sept. 15 and 16

September 7, 2023

The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58’s annual Oktoberfest is coming Friday, Sept. 15 and Saturday, Sept. 16.

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Communicate 58: Sept. 6, 2023

September 7, 2023

The Communicate 58 Sept. 6 newsletter features Photo Galleries from all of our schools,...

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For the ninth year in a row, the Grove Children’s Preschool earned a Gold Rating from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE). It is the highest honor that a preschool can receive.

District 58’s favorite reading competition is coming on Saturday, Feb. 24! Get your teams together and sign up!

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Communicate 58 Aug. 23 newsletter features an update from superintendent Dr. ...

Dear Parents, We hope this message finds you well. We would like to inform you that we are delaying the start of school from this Wednesday to Friday, Aug. 25 due to the forecast of extreme heat conditions in our area.

Superintendent Dr. Russell asks families to prepare for possible delay in school opening due to oppressive heat. Notice will be given on Monday or Tuesday.

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There are 30 new teachers in District 58 this year, ranging from first-year teachers to veteran educators.

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The District 58 Board of Education held a Regular Meeting on Monday, August 14, 2023, at Downers Grove Village Hall.

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The District 58 Board of Education will hold a Regular Business Meeting on Monday, August 14, 2023, at 7 p.m. at Downers Grove Village Hall.

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Dear District 58 Families, I hope this letter finds you well and that you are enjoyi...

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Communicate 58 Aug. 9 newsletter features a welcome back message from superintendent Dr...

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For two days this summer, 50 staff members – several from each District 58 school – have focused on how they can spread positivity in their school culture.