Dear Blackwell Families,

 

It’s been a great first week back from break! Our Bobcats settled right back into their routines with a focus on community and growth. We started the week with a special activity centered on making sure every student feels a sense of belonging here at Blackwell.

 

This week was also about looking forward. Students revisited their goals for the remainder of the year and got creative with vision boards. These visual reminders are helping our Bobcats stay focused and excited about everything they still want to accomplish before the end of the school year. We are so proud of their drive!

 

We hope you have a wonderful long weekend. 

Stephanie Fry and Julie Shapiro

Blackwell has a new Instagram account: @blackwell_sd54

 

Please follow our new official Instagram – we will be posting school news, upcoming events, and staff/student celebrations!

There are only TWO PTA meetings left this school year. Join us on Wednesday, April 8 at 5:30 in the Teacher’s Lounge.  Mark your calendars now for the May 13 meeting to discuss opportunities for the 2026-27 school year. 

 

Show your Bobcat pride by getting some freshly designed Blackwell Spirit Wear! Orders MUST be in by April 19.

 

Our school is amazing… but even amazing schools need parents to keep things running. Right now, we’re urgently looking for two brave (and mildly caffeinated) heroes to step in as PTA President and PTA Treasurer.

 

Before you scroll past thinking “not me”

 

Congrats — you’re already overqualified.

 

No one steps into these roles knowing everything. The “secret” is just showing up, asking questions, and Googling responsibly. Plus, you’ll have a whole team, past leaders, and school support to help you every step of the way.

 

 

This isn’t about being perfect — it’s about caring enough to jump in.

 

👉 If you’ve ever thought, “Someone should do something”… this is your moment.

 

Step up. We promise you won’t regret it. (And we’ll definitely help you.)

 

Have questions – email [email protected] 

 

Dine and Share – Please mention the Blackwell PTA when ordering.

 

Check in at the kiosk in the foyer, check in with the office, then head to the gym – no experience needed, just your smile and enthusiasm.

 

🍦 Friday, April 10 • 11:00–12:30

 

🥗 Thursday, April 16 • 11:00–12:30 – QP Greek

🥗 Thursday, May 7 • 11:00–12:30 – Culver’s

🥗 Thursday, May 21 • 11:00–12:30 – Mugs

 

District 54 students in kindergarten through seventh grade who will be attending a summer camp or program can apply for the STC PTA Element

The District 54 School Board is seeking community feedback to guide their search for the next superintendent. Please take a few minutes to complete this Superintendent Search Survey and offer your insights by April 13. You are also invited to attend one of the following focus groups related to the superintendent search. 

 

Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now available through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Please log in to review the current information and make any necessary changes. Reminder you can also register your younger children who will be starting kindergarten in August 2026 through your portal account.

 

If you do not have a portal account, or cannot remember your username or password, please contact [email protected].

 

If you do not intend to return for the 2026-2027 school year, please notify our school office and we will coordinate the transfer of records to your new school district. If you have any questions, please contact our office.

 

It is time for fourth-grade students to sign up for Instrumental Music lessons next year! Information about band (trombone, trumpet, clarinet, flute) and orchestra (cello, viola, or violin) will be distributed to fourth-grade students at school. However, District 54 is also hosting the following meetings for parents where instruments will be demonstrated and information about the Instrumental Music Program will be shared.

 

Families are encouraged to attend the meeting at their neighborhood junior high, but can attend whichever meeting works best for them.

 

Visit the Instrumental Music website for more information and to enroll your current fourth-grade student for the 2026-27 school year. If you have any questions, please contact the band or orchestra teachers at your child’s school.

 

Parents/caregivers of English language learners in District 54 are invited to join our Multilingual Parent Advisory Council meeting from 5-6 p.m. on April 8 at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road; Door C1.

 

The topic will be summer enrichment activities and how to celebrate and maintain your home language as your child continues to grow in English language proficiency. Interpretation will be available in Spanish, Japanese, Ukrainian, and Russian. 

 

Click on this link to register by Monday, April 6. If you have any questions, contact the Department of Language and Culture at (847) 357-5150.