Enger, MMS, Roy, Scott & Westdale welcomed families today 😊 Students met their teachers & felt ready to shine this year after dropping off supplies! #D83Shines
8 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo slideshow gif of Supply drop off in the hallways with parents at Enger, MMS, Roy, Scott, and Westdale schools
Dr. Giraldo's Muppets theme for 25-26 school year kickoff reminds us that we are all lifelong learners! 🤝 We're committed to helping everyone build emotional intelligence and new skills together. #D83Shines
8 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo slideshow gif of the Institute Day in the MMS Auditorium showing staff in their seats

Great collaboration with TLCs and Transportation & Safety! We're developing PD for the launch of @Crisis__Go, committed to empowering our staff and building a safe climate for all! 🛡️ #D83Shines

8 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of the Technology Coaches and the Director of Transportation in the Board Room
New Teacher Orientation was a success! It was great to see our educators embrace learning and get equipped to empower all our students to achieve their full potential! 🌟 #D83Shines 🚀 @ThinkingMaps
8 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of a group at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation in the MMS Cafeteria
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation in the MMS Cafeteria
Our D83 custodial, maintenance, & transportation teams are collaborating with Technology Learning Coaches to streamline their work. Empowering staff to reach their full potential! 🌟 #D83Shines
8 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo in the Board Room of Our D83 custodial, maintenance, & transportation teams are collaborating with Technology Learning Coaches to streamline their work.
Photo in the Board Room of Our D83 custodial, maintenance, & transportation teams are collaborating with Technology Learning Coaches to streamline their work.
Day 2 of New Teacher Orientation! Our new educators explored the world of technology in District 83 with our Technology Learning Coaches & Director. The future is bright! 💡 #D83Shines
8 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of the group at Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of the Tech Coaches at Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of Teachers doing a Think Pair Share at Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of Teachers doing a Think Pair Share at Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Day 1 of New Teacher Orientation was 🔥! Excited to see new faces ready to help every student thrive in D83. Big thanks to HR for the warm welcome! #D83Shines
8 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of administrators at New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of the HR Team at New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Day 2 of the Admin Retreat was 🔥—loved seeing our schools & goals come together to keep students at the heart of all we do! 🌟 #D83Shines
8 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Teacher leaders teamed up with Jenni Donohoo to grow our impact and empower every student to thrive 🌟 #D83Shines at the Administrator Retreat.
8 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of District 83 staff at the workshop by Jenni Donahoo
Photo of District 83 staff at the workshop by Jenni Donahoo
Photo of District 83 staff at the workshop by Jenni Donahoo
Photo of District 83 staff at the workshop by Jenni Donahoo
Photo of District 83 staff at the workshop by Jenni Donahoo
Photo of District 83 staff at the workshop by Jenni Donahoo
Great to see D83 leaders partnering with Dr. Peter DeWitt on collaborative inquiry! We're committed to building a brighter future for our students! 💡🤝 #D83Shines
8 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat with Dr. Giraldo
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat doing table work
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat doing table work
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat doing table work
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat doing table work
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat presenting
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat presenting
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat presenting
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat presenting
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat presenting

Hello Roy Families!!

Welcome back to the 2025 2026 school year! Lights, Camera, Action - Lights on Learning, Camera on Creativity, Action Toward Excellence!

This is your weekly communication, The Roy School S'more Messenger. Please use the link below to access what is his happening at Roy School for the week of August 11, 2025. There will no longer be a phone call.

We look forward to seeing our students and families at Supply Drop Off / Meet Teacher on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 form 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm!


The Roy School S'more Messenger



Respectfully,

Joe Stanislao
Principal
Roy School

8 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!

We are very excited to begin the 2025-20206 school year and can't wait to see our Roy students, staff, and families!!

Please see the information below outlining Roy Office Hours, Teacher Assignments, and the first edition of our Roy S'more Newsletter. Communication during the school year will be done digitally through Thrillshare, Class Dojo, X, FB, and Instagram.

There will no longer be a Sunday phone call. Please make sure all contact information, including email, are current and up to date. As always, if you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to our main office at 847.451.2700. Thank you and see you soon!


2025-2026 Roy Office Hours:

7/28/25 - 8/1/25 - 7:30 am to 3:30 pm

(7/30/25 - 11:00 am to 3:00 pm)

8/4/25 - 5/22/25 -7:30 am to 4:45 pm


2025-2026 Final Registration:

7/30/25 - 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Roy School)


2025-2026 Teacher Assignments:

8/6/25 - 4:00 pm (emailed through Powerschool)


2025-2026 Roy S’more Newsletter First Edition:

8/3/25 - 6:00 pm (emailed through Thrillshare)

8/16/25 - 5/22/26 - 6:00 pm (emailed through Thrillshare)
8 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!"
Huge shoutout to District 83 administrators and teacher leaders! 🧠 We just wrapped up an incredible Emotional Intelligence Leadership Summit at Yale Univ., led by @marcbrackett. Excited to bring these insights back to our district! #EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipDevelopment
9 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of District 83 Yale RULER team
Hello Roy Families!

Mannheim School District 83 is proud of its strong commitment to student success and community partnership. This dedication is part of our legacy of fostering learning and academic excellence for all.

In June 2023, we began developing our 2024–2029 Strategic Plan. With input from over 380 stakeholders—including families, staff, students, alumni, and community members—this plan now serves as our roadmap for the future. Guided by our shared vision “to cultivate lifelong learners, inspire dreams, and shape a brighter future for our global community,” we are excited to move forward and "Building Our Future Together."

Please familiarize yourself with our Strategic Plan HERE


¡Hola familias Roy!

El Distrito Escolar 83 de Mannheim se enorgullece de su firme compromiso con el éxito estudiantil y la colaboración con la comunidad. Esta dedicación forma parte de nuestro legado de fomentar el aprendizaje y la excelencia académica para todos.

En junio de 2023, comenzamos a desarrollar nuestro Plan Estratégico 2024-2029. Con la participación de más de 380 partes interesadas, incluyendo familias, personal, estudiantes, exalumnos y miembros de la comunidad, este plan ahora sirve como nuestra hoja de ruta para el futuro. Guiados por nuestra visión compartida de "cultivar estudiantes de por vida, inspirar sueños y forjar un futuro más brillante para nuestra comunidad global", nos entusiasma avanzar y " Construir Nuestro Futuro Juntos".

Por favor familiaricese con nuestro Plan Estratégico Aqui
9 months ago, Joseph Stanislao
An infographic titled "Mannheim District 83 Strategic Goals & Actions" outlines five core priorities categorized by Students, Staff, and District. The goals include: Student Achievement & Growth: Ensuring all students strive to reach their full potential. Climate & Culture: Fostering an environment that promotes growth and well-being for both students and staff. Family & Community Partnership: Strengthening partnerships to enhance student success. Empowered Staff: Cultivating a positive environment to attract and retain high-quality staff. Resource Alignment: Ensuring the equitable and responsible use of district resources.
Hi Roy Families,

Just making sure we are getting ahead and planning for the 2025-2026 school year. Start times Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday are 8:45 a.m. Doors open at 8:35 a.m. Start time on Wednesday is 10:30 a.m. Doors open at 10:20 a.m. Use the link below to see the start times.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r6vj1HsGEuwTUecNzTPUEca-AJbPvfTE/edit?tab=t.0

It’s very important right now to start making the necessary arrangements for students’ wellbeing and care on Wednesdays until arrival at 10:20 am. Morning care for students on Wednesdays only from 8:45 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. will also be available. Find out more about morning care by clicking on the link below. Thank you!!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfglEnjrlKnVzs58qTFY6sj2sFV1fUj1rglQHp1hK45MGfzBg/viewform

¡¡¡Faltan 28 días para el inicio de clases!!! Queremos asegurarnos de que nuestros estudiantes y familias estén al tanto de los nuevos horarios de inicio (lunes, martes, jueves, viernes y miércoles) con inicio retrasado. ¡No esperen hasta agosto para encontrar cuidado infantil para el inicio retrasado!

Sé que este mensaje recurrente puede ser molesto, pero queremos asegurarnos de que se preparen lo antes posible. Muchos hemos pasado por este cambio en nuestros distritos de origen, así que sabemos que puede ser estresante. No esperen hasta el último minuto y no generen más estrés y ansiedad para ustedes y sus familiares.

Hola familias Roy,

Nos aseguramos de que avancemos y planifiquemos el año escolar 2025-2026. El horario de inicio es a las 8:45 a. m. los lunes, martes, jueves y viernes. Las puertas abren a las 8:35 a. m. el miércoles. El horario de inicio es a las 10:30 a. m. y las puertas abren a las 10:20 a. m. Use el enlace a continuación para ver los horarios de inicio.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r6vj1HsGEuwTUecNzTPUEca-AJbPvfTE/edit?tab=t.0

Es fundamental que se tomen las medidas necesarias para el bienestar y el cuidado de los estudiantes los miércoles hasta su llegada a las 10:20 a. m. También estará disponible el servicio de cuidado matutino solo los miércoles, de 8:45 a. m. a 10:20 a. m. Para obtener más información sobre el servicio de cuidado matutino, haga clic en el enlace a continuación. ¡Gracias!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfglEnjrlKnVzs58qTFY6sj2sFV1fUj1rglQHp1hK45MGfzBg/viewform
9 months ago, Joseph Stanislao
2025-2026 Roy K-5 School Supply Lists
9 months ago, Joseph Stanislao
A bright graphic featuring the text "Back to School School Supply Lists" in a playful, grey font against a white background. The right side of the image is filled with an assortment of school supplies, including colorful pencils, a pink pencil sharpener, binder clips, green scissors, and a stack of spiral notebooks with polka-dot and striped covers. A small yellow sticky note with "Back to School" handwritten on it is nestled among the items.
A detailed "Back to School" supply list table for Mannheim School District 83, covering grades Kindergarten through 5th Grade. The chart lists essential items such as backpacks, binders, Crayola markers, 24-count crayons, glue sticks, headphones, and #2 pencils, specifying the required quantity for each grade level. It also includes specific classroom needs like disinfecting wipes, facial tissues, and Ziploc bags, ensuring families are fully prepared with the necessary tools for the school year.

2025-2026 Mannheim District 83 Calendar

9 months ago, Joseph Stanislao
The Mannheim School District 83 academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year, titled "Building Our Future Together". The document displays monthly calendar grids from August 2025 through May 2026, with key dates color-coded to indicate student non-attendance days, teacher institute days, holidays, and shifted schedules. Notable dates include the first day of class on August 13, 2025, and the last day of class on May 22, 2026. Sidebar sections provide specific details on delayed start arrival times for every Wednesday and a comprehensive list of school breaks, such as Winter Break from December 22 to January 2 and Spring Break from March 30 to April 6.
The Mannheim School District 83 academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year is presented with a detailed breakdown of events and important dates. The document includes sections for: Full Day + Events: Lists Meet Teacher & Supply Drop-Off on August 12, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM for several schools, and Kindergarten Parent Orientation during the same time. Picture Dates: Provides fall, retake, and spring photo schedules for individual schools including Enger, MECC, MMS, Roy, Scott, and Westdale. Quarterly Breakdown: Shows a total of 175 school days divided into four quarters. Graduation Dates: Enger Graduation is set for May 19, 2026, and MMS Graduation for May 21, 2026. Key and Acronyms: Color-coded identifiers for each school in the district, such as Mannheim Middle School (MMS) in blue and Westdale in yellow.
Huge thanks to our Tech Dept. & Summer Crew! 💻 2200 Chromebooks ready & classroom carts set for 25-26, driving our mission forward! So proud of this team! #D83Shines ✨
9 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of Summer Crew from 2025