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Dear Blackwell Families,

It’s been such a great week at Blackwell! Students have jumped right into the school year, and MAP testing is off to a smooth start. What’s been even better is seeing kids making new friends, building strong relationships, and working together in their classrooms. The excitement and teamwork all around the building make it clear that we’re off to an amazing start!

Just a reminder that there is no school on Monday, September 1st. We will see all our Bobcats back to school on Tuesday!

Have a wonderful long weekend!
Stephanie Fry and Julie Shapiro

Multicultural Parent Advisory Council

You are invited to join us at the Schaumburg District 54 Professional Learning Center (522 E. Schaumburg Rd. – DOOR C1) from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Sept. 16 as District 54’s  Multicultural Parent Advisory Council presents a session for parents on “The Key to Success for English Learners in District 54.” During the meeting we will review how English Learners are identified in District 54 and discuss the information that ACCESS scores provide regarding your student’s learning. We will also share tips for creating a partnership with your students’ teachers, review the Evidence Based Funding in District 54, and explain how support is provided for multilingual learners. Interpreters will be available.

To sign up for the session, please complete the registration form by Monday, Sept. 15. If you have any questions regarding the meeting, please contact the Department of Language and Culture at (847) 357-5150.

Run to Read

Join the District 54 Education Foundation and School District 54 at the 21st annual Run to Read on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at Dirksen School. This event will include a 5K run/walk, a 1-mile walk and children’s races. All proceeds will support financially struggling District 54 families. Register for the 2025 Run to Read by Sept. 5 to get early bird pricing.

Electric Bikes, Scooters and Skateboards

Electric bikes, scooters and skateboards are not permitted on District 54 property, due to safety concerns including the potential for accidents and the possibility of fire associated with such devices. This applies to students, as well as to family members and friends who may be picking up or dropping off students at school.