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
1 day 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

7 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!"

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

12 days 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
14 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 February 2, 2026 is now ready!! Have a great weekend!

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

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao

Principal

Roy School

22 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!"
Roy students empowering their physical well-being with @American_Heart! ❤️ Building a community of lifesavers. 💪 #D83Shines
24 days 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
25 days 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
25 days ago, Robert Junna
Roy PD 1
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Roy PD 3
Roy PD 4
Roy PD 5
Roy PD 6
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
29 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!"
Active learning @ D83! 🧠 Math (@Amplify @hmhlearn), behavior PD, & PLCs. Empowering students to shape a brighter future by preparing ourselves today. ✨ #D83Shines
about 1 month ago, Robert Junna
A fast-paced slideshow GIF featuring various scenes of educational professional development and classroom instruction. The reel shows educators engaging with Amplify and HMH Math curriculum on laptops, staff participating in specialized behavior PD workshops, and collaborative PLC teams analyzing student data. The images transition through various District 83 classrooms and meeting spaces, capturing teachers and staff working together to prepare instructional strategies that empower student success.
TLCs & Media Specialists at @west40ISC/@ltcillinois Hi, AI! Conf! 🤖 Learning tools to empower students & shape a brighter future. ✨ #D83Shines
about 1 month ago, Robert Junna
A photo featuring District 83 Technology Learning Coaches (TLCs) and Media Specialists attending the "Hi, AI!" Conference hosted by West40 and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show staff members engaged in hands-on workshops, collaborating around laptops to explore artificial intelligence tools, and posing together in a professional learning environment. The photos capture the team’s focus on integrating new technology to empower students and prepare them for a future shaped by AI.
A photo featuring District 83 Technology Learning Coaches (TLCs) and Media Specialists attending the "Hi, AI!" Conference hosted by West40 and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show staff members engaged in hands-on workshops, collaborating around laptops to explore artificial intelligence tools, and posing together in a professional learning environment. The photos capture the team’s focus on integrating new technology to empower students and prepare them for a future shaped by AI.
A photo featuring District 83 Technology Learning Coaches (TLCs) and Media Specialists attending the "Hi, AI!" Conference hosted by West40 and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show staff members engaged in hands-on workshops, collaborating around laptops to explore artificial intelligence tools, and posing together in a professional learning environment. The photos capture the team’s focus on integrating new technology to empower students and prepare them for a future shaped by AI.
A photo featuring District 83 Technology Learning Coaches (TLCs) and Media Specialists attending the "Hi, AI!" Conference hosted by West40 and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show staff members engaged in hands-on workshops, collaborating around laptops to explore artificial intelligence tools, and posing together in a professional learning environment. The photos capture the team’s focus on integrating new technology to empower students and prepare them for a future shaped by AI.

Hello Roy Families!

The Roy School Messenger link for the week of January 19, 2026 is below. Have great weekend and LET'S GO BEARS!!!

https://app.smore.com/n/6xjck

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao

Principal

Roy School

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!"
Snowy start, but heating up with collaboration! 💻 Empowering educators to reach every learner. Teams are focused on high-level tasks like analyzing MAP data, collaborating in PLCs, and integrating technology tools.🚀 #D83Shines
about 1 month ago, Robert Junna
A slideshow GIF documenting a collaborative professional development day at District 83 during a snowy morning. The frames transition through scenes of educators gathered in warm, bright classrooms and meeting spaces, working intently at laptops and whiteboards. The footage highlights teams huddled together for PLC meetings, specialists analyzing MAP data reports on screens, and teachers experimenting with new digital technology tools. The overall energy is focused and industrious, showing staff members across the district collaborating to refine instructional strategies and support student growth.

Hello Roy Families!

The Roy School Messenger link for the week of January 12, 2026 is below. Have great weekend and LET'S GO BEARS!!!

https://app.smore.com/n/tzm9hv

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!"
Dr. Giraldo & Ms. Laurie join our PowerSchool training! 💻 Leveraging data to support the whole child & cultural mindfulness. 🌏 #D83Shines
about 2 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of Dr. Diego Giraldo speaking to the District secretaries about the importance of PowerSchool data
A photo of Dr. Diego Giraldo speaking to the District secretaries about the importance of PowerSchool data
A photo of Deanna Laurie speaking to the District secretaries about the importance of PowerSchool data

Our School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, & Tech Team growing w/ Mary Brewer @MyPowerSchool! Accurate data fosters clear communication and building community. 💻🚀 #D83Shines

about 2 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo showing District 83 School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, and the Tech Team during a PowerSchool training session with Mary Brewer. The images capture staff members working diligently at their laptops in a collaborative workshop setting, participating in guided instruction, and discussing data management strategies. The photo highlights the team's commitment to professional growth and data accuracy to ensure clear communication and a stronger school community.
A photo showing District 83 School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, and the Tech Team during a PowerSchool training session with Mary Brewer. The images capture staff members working diligently at their laptops in a collaborative workshop setting, participating in guided instruction, and discussing data management strategies. The photo highlights the team's commitment to professional growth and data accuracy to ensure clear communication and a stronger school community.
A photo showing District 83 School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, and the Tech Team during a PowerSchool training session with Mary Brewer. The images capture staff members working diligently at their laptops in a collaborative workshop setting, participating in guided instruction, and discussing data management strategies. The photo highlights the team's commitment to professional growth and data accuracy to ensure clear communication and a stronger school community.
A photo showing District 83 School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, and the Tech Team during a PowerSchool training session with Mary Brewer. The images capture staff members working diligently at their laptops in a collaborative workshop setting, participating in guided instruction, and discussing data management strategies. The photo highlights the team's commitment to professional growth and data accuracy to ensure clear communication and a stronger school community.

The Roy School Messenger link for the week of January 5, 2026 is below ! Enjoy your weekend and we look forward to seeing all of our students on Tuesday, January 6, 2026!

https://app.smore.com/n/psmu0

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!"
Lifelong learning in action! 🎓 D83 staff prepping for Google Level 2 with @mrOkigawa from @ltcillinois. Growing to empower our students! #D83Shines
about 2 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
👩‍💻 Kicking off the holidays with some serious upskilling! District 83 staff are diving into the Google Educator Level 1 workshop today with Mark Okigawa @ltcillinois. 🚀
2 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.

Hello Roy Families!

The link to The Roy School Messenger is below. Have great weekend and Happy Holidays from all of us at Roy School!

https://app.smore.com/n/zq23sf

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!"