Hello Roy Families!

The Roy School Messenger for the week of April 6, 2026 is now ready for you to view! Please use the link below to find out what's happening at Roy School! Happy Easter and we look forward to seeing our students on Tuesday, April 7, 2026!

https://app.smore.com/n/g2sw4

4 days ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"
Full house alert! 🚀 We have 30 educators packed into the Mannheim Middle School Media Center today for the Gemini Educator Workshop!

From mastering the PARTS prompting framework to building custom Gems, we’re leveling up AI literacy to transform the classroom. Big thanks to Mark Okigawa and @LTC_Illinois for leading the way! 💻✨

#GeminiAcademy #AIinEdu #GoogleEducator #LTCil
9 days ago, Robert Junna
An educator with long dark hair tied back and a beard stands in a well-lit school library, gesturing with one hand toward his chest while presenting. He is positioned next to a long table with a laptop, facing a large projection screen displaying a "Gemini Academy" slide titled "Module 04: 10 Ways to Amplify Your Teaching with Gemini." The background features organized bookshelves filled with books, student-oriented decorations, and large windows, creating an engaging academic atmosphere.

Hello Roy families.

The next Roy School Messenger S'more will be sent out on Friday, April, 3, 2026. Remember, students return on April 7, 2026. Thank you and have a great spring break!

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao

Principal

Roy School

12 days ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"

Hello Roy Families,

For in person parent teacher conferences, book fair shoppers, and kindergarten registration, please enter and exit through the main office, door #1. This is part of our safety protocols that we designated one entry and exit door. Conferences, book fair, and kindergarten registration will be from 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm. We are looking forward to seeing you this evening at our school!

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao

Principal

Roy School

13 days ago, Joseph Stanislao

Hello Roy Families!

The Roy School Messenger is now ready for you to view! Please use the link below to find out what's happening at Roy School for the week of March 23, 2026. Enjoy March Madness this weekend!

https://app.smore.com/n/41ayw

19 days ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"

Hello Roy Families,

The Roy School Messenger for the week of March 16, 2026 is now ready! Use the link below to find out what is happening at Roy School! Enjoy your weekend!

https://app.smore.com/n/mdh9y

26 days ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"

Hello Roy Families,

Spring Picture Day has been rescheduled and confirmed for Monday, April 20, 2026.  Please update your calendars accordingly. Thank you!

Hola familias Roy,

El Día de la Fotografía de Primavera se ha reprogramado y confirmado para el lunes 20 de abril de 2026. Por favor, actualicen sus calendarios. ¡Gracias!

28 days ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"
Last week we had training from Yale University's RULER Implementation Specialists. Next, we will begin important work with Recognizing, Understanding, Labeling, Expressing, and Regulating our emotions. We are excited for this work.
30 days ago, Robert Junna
A group of educators and staff participate in a professional development workshop in a school library. A facilitator in a black suit stands at the head of a large table, addressing several seated participants who are engaged in discussion and taking notes. Bookshelves and a sign reading "Books are for everyone" are visible in the background.
A hand-written "Shining Spartan Charter" poster sits on a table during a staff collaboration session. The poster outlines group values such as "engaged," "inspired," "valued," and "open-minded," with specific action items like "actively listen," "make a plan," and "be okay to disagree." Several signatures from staff members are visible in a box at the bottom left, while team members work with notebooks and name tags around the table in the background.
Two staff members hold a large Post-it easel pad titled "Westdale Charter" featuring brainstorming notes from a collaborative session. The paper includes a hand-drawn paw print with the words "Inspired, Engaged, Motivated," a list of team names, and goals such as "Discuss possibilities," "Active participation," and "Establish a plan of implementation for 26-27."
A large Post-it easel pad titled "Roy RULER Training Charter" is held up in a school library, surrounded by bookshelves. The poster displays colorful handwritten notes on group values, including "Valued," "Productive," "Inspired," "Confident," and "Supported," with corresponding action items like "Acknowledgement of all ideas" and "Work together." Several staff signatures are visible in the bottom left corner, signifying team agreement.
A large group of Mannheim School District staff members pose for a group photo in a school library after a professional development session. The diverse team of educators and administrators are smiling, with some holding "The Mood Meter" posters. Many staff members are wearing school-affiliated apparel, including Mannheim Falcons and various university sweatshirts, showcasing a collaborative and positive school culture.
A smiling staff member holds up a hand-drawn poster titled "The Charter of Training" in a school library. The poster uses the acronym "FOKIS" to highlight team values: Focused, Organized, Knowledgeable, Inspired, and Supported. Each value includes specific goals like "whole body listening," "action items," and "consistent encouragement," with several colorful staff signatures at the bottom of the page.
The Roy School S'more Messenger for the week of March 9, 2026 is now ready! Please use the link below!! Enjoy the weekend!!

https://app.smore.com/n/nb6du
about 1 month ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"
Hello Roy Families!

The Roy School S'more Messenger for the week of March 2, 2026 is now ready! Please use the link below!! Have a great week!!

https://app.smore.com/n/ut6hy
about 1 month ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"
Hello Roy Families,

Culture Club has been cancelled for today. Also, K-Kids is cancelled for tomorrow morning, February 26, 2026 as mentioned in our Roy S'more Messenger. Thank you!

about 1 month ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"
Hello Roy Families

The Roy School Messenger for the week of February 23 , 2026 is now ready!! Enjoy your weekend!!

https://app.smore.com/n/ut6hy

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao
Principal
Roy School
about 2 months ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"

Hello Roy Families,

The Roy School Messenger link for the week of February 16, 2026 is below!! Enjoy the long weekend!!

https://app.smore.com/n/t5gq3

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao

Principal

Roy School

about 2 months ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"

Join us TODAY Roy Families!

Dear Roy School families,

We’ve officially launched Kids Heart Challenge with the American Heart Association - let’s rally to change lives and be heart heroes for kids!

Through Finn’s Mission, you’ll learn the lifesaving skill of Hands-Only CPR and how to recognize a stroke. Here are the next steps to take today:

1. Sign Up for Kids Heart Challenge by downloading the free “AHA Schools” app for Apple or Android or by clicking HERE.

2. Be a hero: Send 10 texts TODAY to help save lives.

3. Complete Finn’s Mission: Learn Hands-Only CPR, earn your lifesavers cape and be entered to win two Super Bowl tickets!

By signing up and raising funds, you can help us earn gift certificates for physical activity and recess equipment to support the health & wellness of our school community. We can’t wait to see our school create a community of lifesavers this year!!

Sincerely,

Bill Palter

PE Teacher

Roy School

about 2 months ago, Joseph Stanislao
A colorful promotional banner with the text "HELP KIDS WITH SPECIAL HEARTS AND EARN THANK-YOU GIFTS" in bold yellow letters against a blue background. The banner features various branded "Lifesavers League" merchandise, including a bright green t-shirt, a blue jump rope, a sports ball, a water bottle, and several small character keychains wearing superhero masks.
Hello Roy Families!

My apologies for sending this out late. The Roy School Messenger for the week of February 9, 2026 is now ready!! Enjoy the Super Bowl!

https://app.smore.com/n/krfn3

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao
Principal
Roy School
about 2 months ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"

Hello Roy Families,

The Roy School Messenger for the week of February 2, 2026 is now ready!! Have a great weekend!

https://app.smore.com/n/53vmz

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao

Principal

Roy School

2 months ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"
Roy students empowering their physical well-being with @American_Heart! ❤️ Building a community of lifesavers. 💪 #D83Shines
2 months ago, Robert Junna
A large group of students sitting cross-legged on a wooden gymnasium floor during a physical well-being event. They are looking toward the front of the room, participating in an American Heart Association program.
A large group of students sitting cross-legged on a wooden gymnasium floor during a physical well-being event. They are looking toward the front of the room, participating in an American Heart Association program.
A large group of students sitting cross-legged on a wooden gymnasium floor during a physical well-being event. They are looking toward the front of the room, participating in an American Heart Association program.
A large group of students sitting cross-legged on a wooden gymnasium floor during a physical well-being event. They are looking toward the front of the room, participating in an American Heart Association program.
A large group of students sitting cross-legged on a wooden gymnasium floor during a physical well-being event. They are looking toward the front of the room, participating in an American Heart Association program.
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Enger, Scott, Roy & MMS diving into PLCs, Desmos & Curriculum! 📚 MECC in purposeful planning. 🧩 Ms. Kjome & Westdale analyzing data. 📊 Staff & Paras across D83 are collaborating to empower every student to reach their full potential! 🚀 #D83Shines
2 months ago, Robert Junna
A fast-paced slideshow GIF showcasing collaborative professional development across District 83 schools. The video features various scenes of educators, including Enger, Scott, Roy, and MMS, working in small groups with laptops and Desmos math software. Other clips show staff at MECC engaged in "purposeful planning" with curriculum guides, and Ms. Kjome leading data analysis at Westdale. Throughout the reel, a diverse group of teachers, administrators, and paraprofessionals are seen smiling, brainstorming at whiteboards, and reviewing student work in vibrant classroom settings, all highlighting a district-wide culture of collaboration and student empowerment.
Roy K-5 PLCs validating curriculum! 📚 Strengthening instruction to empower every student to reach their full potential. 🌟 #D83Shines
2 months ago, Robert Junna
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The Roy School Messenger for the week of January 26, 2026 is now ready!! Please use the link below. Stay warm and have a great weekend!

https://app.smore.com/n/axmsf

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao
Principal
Roy School
2 months ago, Joseph Stanislao
A graphic illustration featuring the Roy School bull mascot styled with a Hollywood movie theme. The color theme is black and red with mostly a white background. The silhouette of the bull has its profile with "Hollywood" written on its side and is surrounded by festive elements, including a movie camera, a red graduation cap with a diploma, and a clapperboard reading "Mannheim School District 83 Action!" Red text at the bottom displays the inspiring slogan: "Lights, Camera, Action - Lights On Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!"