The Roy School Staff Messenger for the week of October 27, 2025 is ready! Thank you to our Roy PTA for a fun and fantastic Fall Dance!! Enjoy your weekend!!

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao

Principal

Roy School

4 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!"
Staff PD brings us together with a shared vision & common goals! Co-Teaching, Lesson Design, & training are key steps on our roadmap to empower all students. #D83Shines ✨
4 months ago, Robert Junna
A collaborative slideshow GIF featuring District 83 staff participating in various professional development sessions. The reel transitions through scenes of teachers working in co-teaching pairs to plan inclusive lessons, educators huddled around laptops for lesson design workshops, and large-group training sessions held in vibrant school settings. The images capture a focused and unified atmosphere, showing staff members brainstorming on whiteboards and reviewing curriculum materials, all highlighting the district's roadmap to empowering students through shared instructional goals.
So proud to support BPAC as they prep a presentation on strengthening school culture. This work moves us closer to our D83 vision! 💻🤝 #D83Shines
4 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of members from the Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC) collaborating in a meeting space. The group is gathered around a laptop and several documents, focused on preparing a presentation about strengthening school culture. The image captures a sense of partnership and dedication as the team works together to align their efforts with the District 83 vision for an inclusive and supportive school community.

Hello Roy Families,

Tomorrow, Tuesday, October 21, 2025 is Red Ribbon Dress Your Best Day. ALL students can wear their best school appropriate clothes. Tomorrow is also Fall Picture Retakes for those students who are getting their picture retaken. I wanted to provide clarity to the announcements that were made by me today. Thank you!

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao

Principal

Roy School

4 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!"
Hi Roy Families,

Just providing an update to The Roy School Messenger S'more. The Fall Dance is on Friday, October 24, 2025 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. My original post said 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm which was wrong. The Digital Citizenship Week PDF is also available now with access to the links. Sorry about that as well. Have a great week!

https://secure.smore.com/n/krqgd
4 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 link to The Roy School Messenger for the week of October 20, 2025 is below! Enjoy your weekend!!

https://secure.smore.com/n/krqgd

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao

Principal

Roy School

4 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!"
So proud of our Social Studies team! Building meaningful curriculum for all students, ensuring equitable access to future-ready learning. Living our commitment! #D83Shines 📚💻
4 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
Year 2 Teachers refresh @ECRAGROUP understanding with student growth & wellbeing data analysis. We are committed to our collective D83 goals! 🌟 #D83Shines
4 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of second-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop with the ECRA Group. The educators are gathered around tables with laptops and data reports, deeply engaged in analyzing student growth and wellbeing metrics. The scene captures a collaborative atmosphere as the teachers work together to interpret data trends, reflecting the district’s collective commitment to using evidence-based insights to meet student goals.
A photo of second-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop with the ECRA Group. The educators are gathered around tables with laptops and data reports, deeply engaged in analyzing student growth and wellbeing metrics. The scene captures a collaborative atmosphere as the teachers work together to interpret data trends, reflecting the district’s collective commitment to using evidence-based insights to meet student goals.
A photo of second-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop with the ECRA Group. The educators are gathered around tables with laptops and data reports, deeply engaged in analyzing student growth and wellbeing metrics. The scene captures a collaborative atmosphere as the teachers work together to interpret data trends, reflecting the district’s collective commitment to using evidence-based insights to meet student goals.
A photo of second-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop with the ECRA Group. The educators are gathered around tables with laptops and data reports, deeply engaged in analyzing student growth and wellbeing metrics. The scene captures a collaborative atmosphere as the teachers work together to interpret data trends, reflecting the district’s collective commitment to using evidence-based insights to meet student goals.
A photo of second-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop with the ECRA Group. The educators are gathered around tables with laptops and data reports, deeply engaged in analyzing student growth and wellbeing metrics. The scene captures a collaborative atmosphere as the teachers work together to interpret data trends, reflecting the district’s collective commitment to using evidence-based insights to meet student goals.
D83 PE teachers are having meaningful discussions on assessing student skills, a key step in our roadmap for success! Committed to our shared vision. 🚀 #D83Shines
4 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of District 83 Physical Education teachers in front of poster charts gathered in a meeting space for a professional development session. The educators are engaged in an active discussion around a conference table, reviewing assessment rubrics and instructional materials focused on student skill development. The image captures a collaborative and professional atmosphere, highlighting the team's commitment to the district's roadmap for success and their shared vision for physical education.
A photo of District 83 Physical Education teachers in front of poster charts gathered in a meeting space for a professional development session. The educators are engaged in an active discussion around a conference table, reviewing assessment rubrics and instructional materials focused on student skill development. The image captures a collaborative and professional atmosphere, highlighting the team's commitment to the district's roadmap for success and their shared vision for physical education.
A photo of District 83 Physical Education teachers gathered in a meeting space for a professional development session. The educators are engaged in an active discussion around a conference table, reviewing assessment rubrics and instructional materials focused on student skill development. The image captures a collaborative and professional atmosphere, highlighting the team's commitment to the district's roadmap for success and their shared vision for physical education.
A photo of a presenter in front of District 83 Physical Education teachers gathered in a meeting space for a professional development session. The educators are engaged in an active discussion around a conference table, reviewing assessment rubrics and instructional materials focused on student skill development. The image captures a collaborative and professional atmosphere, highlighting the team's commitment to the district's roadmap for success and their shared vision for physical education.
A photo of District 83 Physical Education teachers gathered in a meeting space for a professional development session. The educators are engaged in an active discussion around a conference table, reviewing assessment rubrics and instructional materials focused on student skill development. The image captures a collaborative and professional atmosphere, highlighting the team's commitment to the district's roadmap for success and their shared vision for physical education.
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Math PD Day is a huge step in our work to ensure all students succeed! Our team is dedicated to supporting this continuous improvement journey. Our Paras continue to learn strategies in working with students. Go D83! #D83Shines ✨
4 months ago, Robert Junna
A dynamic slideshow GIF featuring District 83 staff participating in a comprehensive Math Professional Development day. The scenes transition between teachers collaborating in large groups to analyze math instructional strategies and paraprofessionals engaged in specialized breakout sessions to learn hands-on student support techniques. The images show staff using whiteboards, manipulatives, and laptops, capturing a high-energy environment dedicated to continuous improvement and student success.
A dynamic slideshow GIF featuring District 83 staff participating in a comprehensive Math Professional Development day. The scenes transition between teachers collaborating in large groups to analyze math instructional strategies and paraprofessionals engaged in specialized breakout sessions to learn hands-on student support techniques. The images show staff using whiteboards, manipulatives, and laptops, capturing a high-energy environment dedicated to continuous improvement and student success.

BPAC's free Friday concert with Mariachi Herencia de México for our K-8 students & families! We're committed to cultivating lifelong learners & strengthening community connections. 🇲🇽🎶 #D83Shines

4 months ago, Robert Junna
A vibrant slideshow GIF capturing the energy of the BPAC-hosted community concert featuring the Grammy-nominated group Mariachi Herencia de México. The frames show K-8 students and their families gathered in a packed school gymnasium, with the musicians dressed in traditional charro outfits performing on stage with violins, trumpets, and guitars. The images transition between shots of the lively musical performance, smiling families dancing in the aisles, and the community coming together in celebration, highlighting District 83’s commitment to cultural enrichment and lifelong learning.

Hello Roy Families!

The Roy School Messenger link for the week of October 13, 2025 is below. Enjoy this long weekend!

https://secure.smore.com/n/zamy5

Sincerely,

Joe Stanislao

Principal

Roy School

4 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!"
1st year teachers & Mr. Junna dove into @ECRAGROUP data practices! We're using predictive models to empower students to reach their full potential. 🚀 #D83Shines
4 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a data-focused professional development session. The group is gathered around a table in a bright classroom, focused on a laptop screen displaying ECRA Group’s data analytics and predictive models. The educators are engaged in an active discussion, using the digital insights to plan instructional strategies aimed at helping students reach their full potential. The atmosphere is collaborative and forward-thinking, reflecting the district's commitment to data-driven growth.
A photo of a first-year District 83 teacher participating in a data-focused professional development session. The group is gathered around a table in a bright classroom, focused on a laptop screen displaying ECRA Group’s data analytics and predictive models. The educators are engaged in an active discussion, using the digital insights to plan instructional strategies aimed at helping students reach their full potential. The atmosphere is collaborative and forward-thinking, reflecting the district's commitment to data-driven growth.
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a data-focused professional development session. The group is gathered around a table in a bright classroom, focused on a laptop screen displaying ECRA Group’s data analytics and predictive models. The educators are engaged in an active discussion, using the digital insights to plan instructional strategies aimed at helping students reach their full potential. The atmosphere is collaborative and forward-thinking, reflecting the district's commitment to data-driven growth.
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a data-focused professional development session. The group is gathered around a table in a bright classroom, focused on a laptop screen displaying ECRA Group’s data analytics and predictive models. The educators are engaged in an active discussion, using the digital insights to plan instructional strategies aimed at helping students reach their full potential. The atmosphere is collaborative and forward-thinking, reflecting the district's commitment to data-driven growth.
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a data-focused professional development session. The group is gathered around a table in a bright classroom, focused on a laptop screen displaying ECRA Group’s data analytics and predictive models. The educators are engaged in an active discussion, using the digital insights to plan instructional strategies aimed at helping students reach their full potential. The atmosphere is collaborative and forward-thinking, reflecting the district's commitment to data-driven growth.
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a data-focused professional development session. The group is gathered around a table in a bright classroom, focused on a laptop screen displaying ECRA Group’s data analytics and predictive models. The educators are engaged in an active discussion, using the digital insights to plan instructional strategies aimed at helping students reach their full potential. The atmosphere is collaborative and forward-thinking, reflecting the district's commitment to data-driven growth.
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a data-focused professional development session. The group is gathered around a table in a bright classroom, focused on a laptop screen displaying ECRA Group’s data analytics and predictive models. The educators are engaged in an active discussion, using the digital insights to plan instructional strategies aimed at helping students reach their full potential. The atmosphere is collaborative and forward-thinking, reflecting the district's commitment to data-driven growth.
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a data-focused professional development session. The group is gathered around a table in a bright classroom, focused on a laptop screen displaying ECRA Group’s data analytics and predictive models. The educators are engaged in an active discussion, using the digital insights to plan instructional strategies aimed at helping students reach their full potential. The atmosphere is collaborative and forward-thinking, reflecting the district's commitment to data-driven growth.
Innovation Committee is crushing it! 💪 Discussing new tech & learning ROI means we're driving toward our future-ready goals. #D83Shines
5 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the District 83 Innovation Committee members engaged in a collaborative meeting. The team is gathered around a conference table with laptops and tablets, reviewing digital resources and discussing the impact of new classroom technologies. The image captures a focused and energetic atmosphere as the committee analyzes "Return on Investment" (ROI) for student learning, illustrating the district’s dedication to data-driven decisions and future-ready educational goals.
A photo of the District 83 Innovation Committee members engaged in a collaborative meeting. The team is gathered around a conference table with laptops and tablets, reviewing digital resources and discussing the impact of new classroom technologies. The image captures a focused and energetic atmosphere as the committee analyzes "Return on Investment" (ROI) for student learning, illustrating the district’s dedication to data-driven decisions and future-ready educational goals.
A photo of the District 83 Innovation Committee members engaged in a collaborative meeting. The team is gathered around a conference table with laptops and tablets, reviewing digital resources and discussing the impact of new classroom technologies. The image captures a focused and energetic atmosphere as the committee analyzes "Return on Investment" (ROI) for student learning, illustrating the district’s dedication to data-driven decisions and future-ready educational goals.
A photo of the District 83 Innovation Committee members engaged in a collaborative meeting. The team is gathered around a conference table with laptops and tablets, reviewing digital resources and discussing the impact of new classroom technologies. The image captures a focused and energetic atmosphere as the committee analyzes "Return on Investment" (ROI) for student learning, illustrating the district’s dedication to data-driven decisions and future-ready educational goals.
A photo of the District 83 Innovation Committee members engaged in a collaborative meeting. The team is gathered around a conference table with laptops and tablets, reviewing digital resources and discussing the impact of new classroom technologies. The image captures a focused and energetic atmosphere as the committee analyzes "Return on Investment" (ROI) for student learning, illustrating the district’s dedication to data-driven decisions and future-ready educational goals.

Hello Roy Families!

The link to The Roy School Messenger for the week of October 6, 2025 is below! Enjoy yet again another summer weather weekend!!

https://secure.smore.com/n/kx02s

5 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 Staff are finding new ways for students to regulate emotions! 🙌 We are dedicated to this work; our district direction is clear on student success. #D83Shines
5 months ago, Robert Junna
A large, diverse group of educators gathers in a well-organized school library for a professional development meeting. Many staff members wear red shirts and are seated at long rectangular tables, engaged in discussion, taking notes, and using laptops. Two presenters stand near a computer station in the background, while the library walls are lined with bookshelves categorized by signs such as "Everybody Books" and "Bilingual Books".
A diverse group of school staff members sits in cushioned chairs and at library tables during an informative meeting in a vibrant school library. The room is filled with extensive book collections, including sections for "Fiction Books" and "Series & Collections," and features a unique book vending machine in the center. Educators are seen taking notes and listening attentively, surrounded by colorful educational posters and stacks of new books ready for the shelves.
A large group of school staff members, many wearing red shirts, are gathered in a school library for a professional development session. The educators are seated at long tables, listening to speakers standing near the "Bilingual Books" and "Everybody Books" sections. The atmosphere is collaborative and professional, with staff members engaged in discussion and attentive to the presentation.
The Roy School Staff Messenger for the week of September 29, 2025 is ready! Enjoy another summer weather weekend!!

https://secure.smore.com/n/189vf
5 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!"
Great Town Hall with Rep. Chuy García! His message fueled our Strategic Plan and our commitment to the future we envision ➡️ #D83Shines 🚀
5 months ago, Robert Junna
A slideshow GIF documenting a community Town Hall event held in the Mannheim Middle School (MMS) auditorium. The images show a large, engaged audience of community members and staff filling the seats and looking toward the front of the room. Representative Chuy García and other presenters are standing on the floor directly in front of the stage, creating an intimate and accessible setting for dialogue. The frames capture the Representative interacting closely with attendees, answering questions, and discussing the district’s Strategic Plan and shared vision for the future, transitioned with warm photos of families gathering in the cafeteria to enjoy food and conversation together.
💡 Collaboration in action! Our PE team + CEC came together for a full day of designing engaging learning for students. #D83Shines ✨
5 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the Physical Education team and CEC partners collaborating in the district board room. The group is seated around a large conference table, actively engaged in a full-day planning session with laptops and documents spread out before them. The image captures the educators and consultants working closely together to design engaging learning experiences for students, highlighting a strong commitment to teamwork and curriculum development.
A photo of the Physical Education team and CEC partners collaborating in the district board room. The group is seated around a large conference table, actively engaged in a full-day planning session with laptops and documents spread out before them. The image captures the educators and consultants working closely together to design engaging learning experiences for students, highlighting a strong commitment to teamwork and curriculum development.
A photo of the Physical Education team and CEC partners collaborating in the district board room. The group is seated around a large conference table, actively engaged in a full-day planning session with laptops and documents spread out before them. The image captures the educators and consultants working closely together to design engaging learning experiences for students, highlighting a strong commitment to teamwork and curriculum development.

Dine and Share at CANES tonight from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm!! Proceeds from the Dine and Share will go to our Roy PTA.

5 months ago, Joseph Stanislao
A promotional flyer for a Roy School PTA fundraiser at Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, featuring a photo of a chicken finger meal with fries, coleslaw, toast, and a drink. The event is scheduled for Thursday, September 25th, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the 300 W North Ave. location in Melrose Park, IL. The flyer instructs supporters to mention the fundraiser or use code RCFUND96 for online orders to ensure 15% of net sales are donated to the PTA.