We LOVE catching our kiddos doing GREAT things! Check out some of our SPARTAN TICKET winners from last week!
#ShiningSpartans

10 months ago, Jason Smith
A young student with short dark hair stands in a school office, holding a small Minecraft-themed card with both hands. He is dressed in a navy blue zip-up hoodie and dark pants, wearing a silver necklace, with beige file cabinets and a tiled floor visible in the background.
A young student with short dark hair stands in a school office with a tiled floor, looking directly at the camera while holding a small orange object in his hands. He is wearing a white polo shirt layered over a black long-sleeved shirt with green graphics on the sleeve, dark pants, and grey sneakers.
A smiling student wearing red-framed glasses, a white polo shirt, and dark pants stands on a tiled floor in a school office, holding a small orange ball toy in his hands.
A young student with short blond hair stands in a school office, wearing a navy blue hoodie and matching pants. He smiles while holding up a small yellow and red ball toy in his right hand.
A smiling student with short dark hair stands in a school office, wearing a blue and white tie-dye t-shirt and dark pants. He holds a small orange toy in his hand, with beige file cabinets visible in the background.
A smiling student with styled dark hair stands in a school office with his hands in the pockets of a navy blue zip-up hoodie featuring a white "Scott Spartans" logo. He is wearing matching dark pants and black sneakers, with beige file cabinets behind him.
A smiling student wearing glasses stands in a school office, dressed in a navy blue sweatshirt and matching pants. He looks directly at the camera with a cheerful expression, standing on a beige and black tiled floor with cabinets in the background.
Did you know that Scott teachers LOVE winning prizes, too? Check out our big raffle winners from our "Zen" lunch we had yesterday during Teacher Institute Day! We have the BEST TEACHERS in the WORLD at Scott! #ShiningSpartans
10 months ago, Jason Smith
A smiling staff member with long dark hair and glasses stands in a large room, wearing a black long-sleeved top and jeans with a pink patterned lanyard. She happily holds a white box labeled "Peaceful Pebble" with both hands, with other adults seated at tables in the background.
A smiling staff member with glasses and her hair in a bun stands in a large room, wearing a grey zip-up hoodie and a lanyard. She holds a beige box labeled "ILLUMINATE YOUR SPACE WITH AROMATIC BLISS" with both hands, with other adults seated at tables in the blurred background.
A smiling staff member with long dark hair and glasses stands in a large room, wearing a black sweater and white pants. She holds a small box labeled "ZEN GARDENING KIT" with both hands, looking happily at the camera.
A smiling staff member with glasses and dark hair pulled back stands in a cafeteria, wearing a black fleece jacket with the "Scott Spartans" logo. She happily holds a box labeled "DECORATIVE LED TREE" with both hands, with tables and stools visible in the background.
A smiling staff member with shoulder-length dark hair and glasses stands in a large room, wearing a grey zip-up hoodie. She holds a white box labeled "Cinema Light Box" with both hands, with other adults seated at tables in the background.
A laughing staff member with long dark hair and glasses stands in a large room, wearing a dark green cardigan over a graphic t-shirt featuring a stack of colorful books. She excitedly gestures with an open hand towards a small box labeled "Zen" that she is holding up, with other adults seated in the blurred background.
Did you know that Scott teachers LOVE winning prizes, too? Check out our big raffle winners from our "Zen" lunch we had yesterday during Teacher Institute Day! We have the BEST TEACHERS in the WORLD at Scott! #ShiningSpartans
10 months ago, Jason Smith
A laughing staff member playfully wraps a fluffy white blanket around her head and shoulders while standing in a large room. She wears jeans and a navy and orange top, with other adults seated at tables in the background.
A smiling staff member with dark hair stands in a large room, wearing a black hoodie and tan pants. She happily holds up a small box labeled "Zen Gardening Kit" near her face, with other adults seated at tables in the background.
A smiling staff member with shoulder-length brown hair stands in a large room, wearing a dark navy sweater and jeans. She holds up a box labeled "DECORATIVE LED TREE" with both hands, while other staff members sit at tables in the background.
A smiling staff member stands in a large room, wearing a black t-shirt with purple text that reads "SURVIVED 100 days of school." She happily holds up a black box labeled "SLEEP MASK," with decorated tables and other seated adults visible in the background.
A smiling woman with reddish-brown hair stands in a large room, wearing a black button-down shirt, light wash jeans, and a blue lanyard. She holds up a boxed "Peaceful Pebble" product with both hands, with other people seated at tables in the blurred background.
A smiling staff member with short dark hair and glasses stands in a large room, wearing a dark cardigan. She holds up a white box labeled "Essential Oil Diffuser" with both hands, with other staff members seated at tables in the background.
Welcome back to school, everyone! Check out our "Spartan Ticket" winners from the week before Break! We are looking forward to seeing everyone soon!
10 months ago, Jason Smith
A smiling student with shoulder-length light brown hair stands on a grey patterned mat, wearing a white polo shirt and dark blue pants. She looks happily at the camera while holding a small green ball with black dots in her hand.
A smiling student wearing glasses and a grey sweatshirt with a Super Mario graphic stands in a school hallway. He holds a small yellow object in his hand, with a door frame and tiled floor visible in the background.
A smiling student with short dark hair stands in a school hallway with beige brick walls, wearing a black long-sleeved shirt featuring a holiday graphic that reads "GAMING ALL THE WAY" with a Christmas tree made of lights connected to a video game controller.
A smiling student with short dark hair stands in a school setting, wearing a green sweater layered over a white collared shirt and dark pants. He looks happily at the camera with a blurred background of other students behind him.
A young student wearing a red long-sleeved shirt featuring a cartoon reindeer graphic stands on a grey patterned mat, holding a small light blue object in his hands. He looks up towards the camera with a curious expression, wearing dark blue pants and blue sneakers, with festive holiday decorations partially visible in the background.
A young student with short dark hair stands in a school office, holding a small yellow object in his hand. He is wearing a white graphic t-shirt and dark pants, with beige file cabinets visible in the background.
A young student with long light brown hair stands in a waiting area with grey chairs, wearing a maroon long-sleeved shirt with white text that reads "SNOW DAY SNOOZE" and navy blue pants. She smiles softly while holding a small yellow object in her hand.
A smiling student with long dark hair stands in a school office, wearing a white short-sleeved polo shirt. She poses with her hand on her hip and looks directly at the camera with a cheerful expression.
A smiling student with short dark hair stands in a school waiting area, wearing a bright green holiday sweatshirt featuring a pattern of Pikachu wearing a Santa hat. He holds a small orange object in his hand and stands in front of grey chairs.
Dr. Giraldo & Ms. Laurie join our PowerSchool training! 💻 Leveraging data to support the whole child & cultural mindfulness. 🌏 #D83Shines
10 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

10 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.
Lifelong learning in action! 🎓 D83 staff prepping for Google Level 2 with @mrOkigawa from @ltcillinois. Growing to empower our students! #D83Shines
10 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. 🚀
11 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.
We appreciate all of our administrators, school board members, and teachers that were guest readers in our Kindergarten through 3rd grade classes. So many Monarch books were read aloud!
11 months ago, Mannheim School District 83
A photo collage featuring District 83 administrators, school board members, and teachers serving as guest readers in Kindergarten through 3rd-grade classrooms. The images show various guest speakers sitting in front of engaged groups of students, holding up colorful Monarch Award books and reading aloud. The collage captures a series of warm, interactive moments in different classrooms, highlighting the community effort to promote literacy and a love of reading among young students.
A 1st grade tradition during the week before Winter Break...building gingerbread houses with families! So much candy and sugar and FUN! #ShiningSpartans
11 months ago, Jason Smith
Two elementary students and an adult sit at a classroom table covered with a white plastic cloth, preparing for a holiday activity. The table is set with small cartons of chocolate milk on clear plastic plates, graham crackers, and a central plate with dollops of white frosting and plastic spoons. Each student has a "My gingerbread house plan" coloring sheet in front of them. One student on the left makes a peace sign at the camera, while a woman in a black turtleneck sits between the children in the brightly lit classroom.
A group of elementary students and adults sit at a classroom table covered with a white plastic cloth, beginning a holiday-themed activity. The students, dressed in school uniforms, have small cartons of milk and "My gingerbread house plan" worksheets in front of them. In the center of the table, a plate holds dollops of white frosting and plastic spoons for shared use. The classroom is brightly lit, with other groups visible working at a yellow-covered table in the background.
Two elementary students sit at a classroom table covered with a yellow plastic cloth, preparing to build gingerbread houses. The table is set with stacks of graham crackers, small cartons of milk on clear plates, and "My gingerbread house plan" worksheets that have been colored in. In the center, a white paper plate holds dollops of white frosting with several plastic spoons. The classroom background features white storage cubbies and a low table with colorful sensory timers.
Two young students sit at a classroom table covered with a yellow plastic tablecloth, ready to begin a holiday project. The table is organized with stacks of graham crackers, small milk cartons on clear plastic plates, and a central white plate containing dollops of frosting and plastic spoons. Cut-out paper gingerbread house plans that have been colored orange are placed at each setting. In the background, classroom storage cubbies and a round table with colorful liquid timers are visible.
A group of elementary students and adults sit around a classroom table covered in a white cloth, working together on a gingerbread house activity. The participants are handling graham crackers, with small milk cartons and paper worksheets showing gingerbread house plans placed at each seat. A central white plate holds dollops of white frosting with plastic spoons for the group to share. In the background, classroom walls are decorated with educational posters, including a large number chart and alphabet letters.
A 1st grade tradition during the week before Winter Break...building gingerbread houses with families! So much candy and sugar and FUN! #ShiningSpartans
11 months ago, Jason Smith
A group of students and adults sit around a classroom table covered with a white patterned tablecloth, participating in a festive activity involving small decorated cakes. A smiling staff member stands at the table, holding an orange-cased tablet to show the group digital content. The students are wearing white polo shirts, and the room is bright with natural light from a nearby window.
A high-angle view of students and adults participating in a holiday-themed activity at long tables covered in blue and light-blue plastic cloths. Participants are focused on assembling and decorating small gingerbread houses placed on colorful plastic trays, surrounded by small paper cups and festive plates. A green-cased tablet is propped up on one table, while large windows with closed blinds and decorative holiday light decals provide a bright backdrop.
A young boy and two women are gathered around a table covered in a light blue plastic cloth, working together to build gingerbread houses. One woman, wearing a red sweater and a name tag, watches as another woman in a festive holiday vest uses a plastic knife to apply frosting to a small graham cracker house on a yellow tray. The table is set with colorful holiday-themed plates, napkins, and small paper cups filled with decorative candies and cereal. Large windows with closed blinds and festive light decals provide a bright background for the activity.
A group of elementary students and adults sit around a long table covered with a green plastic cloth, participating in a holiday snack activity. The participants are assembling graham crackers with white frosting, accompanied by small cartons of milk on red plates. One adult, wearing a Chicago Blackhawks jersey, assists a student, while another in a blue long-sleeved shirt helps a child at the end of the table. In the background, a large digital touch screen displays holiday-themed instructions.
A group of elementary students and adults sit at a classroom table covered with a green plastic cloth, focused on a snack-building activity. Participants are using plastic knives to spread white frosting onto graham crackers, which are placed on white paper plates alongside cartons of milk on red saucers. The classroom setting includes a colorful alphabet rug on the floor and a woman wearing a beige "MERRY" sweatshirt participating with the children.
A group of elementary students and adults are seated at classroom tables covered in green plastic cloths, working together on a holiday-themed snack activity. The participants are assembling graham cracker sandwiches with white frosting, accompanied by small cartons of milk. The setting includes a woman in a green snowflake sweater and a man in a grey NASA hoodie, with a colorful holiday-themed wall display and a digital whiteboard visible in the background.
A wooden kidney-shaped classroom table is prepared with various snacks and decorating supplies for a student activity. Numerous clear bowls filled with colorful candies, including M&Ms, gummy bears, gumdrops, and peppermint swirls, are spread across the surface alongside white paper plates and plastic spoons. Also on the table are containers of white frosting, shredded coconut, gingerbread cookies, and boxes of cereal, with classroom storage cubbies visible in the background.
A classroom table is covered with a festive light-blue tablecloth featuring Santa Claus and gingerbread men, laden with an assortment of candies and snacks for a decorating activity. The spread includes large bags of marshmallows and Froot Loops cereal, boxes of Mike and Ike and DOTS candy, and containers of spice drops and jelly drops. Several plates are prepared with a mix of M&Ms, peppermint candies, and shredded coconut, while stacks of graham crackers sit ready nearby.
A classroom table is laid out with an extensive variety of candy, snacks, and decorating supplies for a student activity. The table is covered with a festive light-blue cloth featuring gingerbread men and Santa Claus motifs. Displayed items include large bags of marshmallows and Froot Loops, boxes of graham crackers, containers of multicolored gumdrops, and several white plates holding assortments of M&Ms and peppermint candies. The classroom background features light blue walls, student storage cubbies, and a bright, well-lit environment.
A group of elementary students and adults sit around a classroom table covered with a light blue plastic cloth, focused on a holiday decorating activity. Participants are assembling small houses made of graham crackers and frosting, using various candies like peppermint swirls and Froot Loops cereal from colorful red and white plates. The students are dressed in white polo shirts, and name tags are visible on the table and the adults' clothing in the brightly lit classroom.
Check out our weekly "Spartan Ticket" winners from last week! We LOVE catching our kiddos doing great things! #ShiningSpartans
11 months ago, Jason Smith
A portrait of a young female student with long, dark wavy hair standing in a school office area. She is dressed in a white polo shirt and dark navy pants, looking directly at the camera with a calm expression. The background features beige filing cabinets and a tiled floor with a decorative square pattern.
A young boy with glasses and a bright smile stands in a school hallway, holding up a small, yellow and blue toy in its plastic packaging. He is wearing a red shirt under a navy blue button-down cardigan. The background is slightly blurred, showing a wooden door and a red fire extinguisher mounted on a white wall.
A young elementary student with long dark hair and a bright smile stands in a school office area. She is wearing a white long-sleeved polo shirt and navy blue pants while holding a small purple heart-shaped object in her hands. The background features a beige filing cabinet and a tiled floor with a black and tan checkered pattern.
A young girl with her hair tied back in a ponytail stands in a school office, smiling at the camera. She is wearing a navy blue zip-up hooded sweatshirt and matching navy pants. In the background, there are tan filing cabinets and a tiled floor with a black and cream checkered pattern.
A young girl with glasses and long brown hair smiles at the camera while standing in a school office. She is wearing a navy blue hooded sweatshirt and holds a small pink and yellow toy ball in her hand. The background shows a neutral-toned office space with a counter, a beige filing cabinet, and a checkered tiled floor.
A young boy with a bright smile stands in a school office, wearing a white short-sleeved polo shirt. He is looking directly at the camera while holding a small, green plastic toy in his hand. The background is a slightly blurred office setting featuring a blue-topped counter and a tan tiled floor with a black checkered pattern.
A young boy with a short haircut and a wide smile stands in a school office, wearing a white short-sleeved polo shirt tucked into navy blue pants with a black belt. He is proudly holding up a small, yellow and blue toy in its clear plastic packaging. The background features tan filing cabinets and a light-colored tiled floor with a black and cream checkered pattern.
A young boy with a calm expression stands in a school office area, wearing an oversized, plush navy blue hooded sweatshirt decorated with pink axolotls and stars. He is holding a small yellow and blue toy in his hands. The background consists of tan filing cabinets and a light-colored tiled floor with a black and cream checkered pattern.

Tapestry Family Night 2025 was joyful! Families & staff connecting shows our deep commitment to growing together. We are building community! 🤝✨ #D83Shines

11 months ago, Robert Junna
A heartwarming slideshow GIF of "Tapestry Family Night 2025," capturing various moments of community building between District 83 families and staff. The scenes feature children and parents participating in hands-on activities, staff members smiling and engaging in conversation with families, and groups gathered around tables in a brightly decorated school multi-purpose room. The reel highlights a joyful atmosphere of connection, showing a diverse community coming together to support student growth and celebrate shared goals.
Check out some Spartans in Mrs. Stephenson's 2nd grade classroom, using VR goggles to take a trip to see Santa's workshop at the North Pole! #ShiningSpartans
11 months ago, Jason Smith
A group of elementary students sit at their desks in a classroom, wearing white and orange virtual reality (VR) headsets for an immersive learning activity. An adult in a green t-shirt assists a student with their equipment, while another adult in a grey sweatshirt observes from the side. The classroom is filled with educational materials, including a large "place value" chart on the wall and a colorful rug with smiling fruit characters.
A close-up shot of an elementary student wearing a white and orange ClassVR headset while sitting at a wooden classroom desk. The student is holding a small black handheld controller with their thumbs on the buttons, appearing focused on a virtual reality lesson. The background shows a brightly lit classroom with blue flooring and other students engaged in the same activity, though they are softly blurred to keep the focus on the foreground.
Several elementary students are sitting at wooden desks in a classroom, using white and orange ClassVR headsets. One young girl in a grey sweater looks toward the camera with a bright smile while holding her headset. In the background, an adult male sits at a desk and other students are engaged with their VR equipment in a room decorated with educational posters and charts.
A classroom of elementary students is engaged in a virtual reality lesson, wearing white and orange ClassVR headsets while seated at their desks. In the foreground, one student smiles at the camera while lifting her headset, while others remain immersed in their digital experience. The background shows a well-organized learning environment with educational posters, a teacher observing the session, and natural light coming from the doorway.
A profile view of elementary students wearing white and orange ClassVR headsets while seated at their classroom desks. The student in the foreground holds a black handheld controller with both hands, looking forward into the virtual display. The classroom environment is softly blurred in the background, showing wooden desks, educational wall displays, and other students participating in the immersive learning session.
Co-Teaching with CEC, Dr. Jeff Zwiers on Improving Quality of Classroom Conversations Across Grade Levels and Disciplines, and Enger's history chain! D83 is all-in on supporting staff & students building our future together. Great work! 🚀 #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
A slideshow GIF highlighting diverse professional development and classroom activities across District 83. The reel features educators participating in a CEC Co-Teaching workshop, staff attending a seminar by Dr. Jeff Zwiers on improving the quality of classroom conversations, and a creative "history chain" project in a classroom at Enger School. The scenes transition between teachers collaborating in a boardroom setting, educators practicing conversational strategies, and students engaged in hands-on learning, all showcasing the district's commitment to supporting staff and student growth.
Check out our SPARTAN TICKET WINNERS from last week! These are kids who were caught doing something "good", earned a Spartan Ticket, and then their ticket got picked on Friday to win a prize! We LOVE our kiddos! #ShiningSpartans
11 months ago, Jason Smith
A young student stands on a checkered floor, wearing a navy blue sweatshirt with a white collar and a "Spartans" logo on the chest. He is holding up a small, square sticker or card featuring a green and white illustration. The background is softly blurred, showing the corner of a desk and a neutral-toned filing cabinet.
A young girl with glasses and a bright smile stands on a checkered floor, wearing a navy blue t-shirt featuring the character Stitch in a Santa hat. She is holding a small, blue-topped object in both hands, with a neutral-colored filing cabinet visible in the softly blurred background.
An elementary student with a cheerful expression stands on a checkered floor, wearing a white polo shirt. He is holding a blue and black slap bracelet with both hands, showcasing it to the camera. The background is softly blurred, showing a neutral-toned wall and the side of an orange water cooler.
A young boy with a joyful smile stands on a checkered floor, wearing a blue zip-up OshKosh hoodie over a white collared shirt. He is holding a tiger-print slap bracelet horizontally with both hands, presenting it to the camera. The background is softly blurred, showing a neutral-colored wall and the edge of an orange water cooler.
A young boy with a wide, missing-tooth smile stands on a checkered floor, wearing a black, grey, and yellow zip-up hoodie. He is holding up a small, square sticker or badge with his right hand to show the camera. In the background, a white surface features handwritten names in pink ink, including "Cardenas," "Felix," and "Ayala".
An elementary student dressed in a white polo shirt and a white knit cardigan stands on a checkered floor, smiling while holding up a pink slap bracelet. The bracelet is decorated with a pattern of brown bears wearing red bowties and small hearts. The student is wearing blue pants and has red nail polish, with a neutral-toned wall and an orange cooler visible in the softly blurred background.

We had a GREAT Bingo Night at Scott this week...one of the BEST prizes was a coupon to sit in the Principal's chair for the day...check out Jer'Rice, a 2nd grader who collected on his prize today!

#ShiningSpartans

11 months ago, Jason Smith
A smiling elementary student sits in a black mesh office chair, holding up a large reward ticket that reads "Sit in Mr. Smith's chair for an hour". The student is wearing a blue t-shirt with a "Spartans" logo and a black zip-up jacket. The ticket includes a small illustration of an office chair and the name "Jer'Rice" handwritten in the corner. In the background, tan-colored school lockers and a portion of a wooden desk are visible.
The Life Skills & Well-Being S.A.C. is making great progress on curriculum! Building capacity to fulfill our shared goals. 🚀 #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the Life Skills and Well-Being Student Advisory Committee (S.A.C.) members working together in a professional meeting space. The group is seen collaborating on curriculum development, with laptops open and educational documents spread across the table. The atmosphere is focused and productive as they work on building capacity to meet District 83's shared goals for student success.
A photo of the presenter at the Life Skills and Well-Being Student Advisory Committee (S.A.C.) members working together in a professional meeting space. The group is seen collaborating on curriculum development, with laptops open and educational documents spread across the table. The atmosphere is focused and productive as they work on building capacity to meet District 83's shared goals for student success.
A photo of the Life Skills and Well-Being Student Advisory Committee (S.A.C.) members working together in a professional meeting space. The group is seen collaborating on curriculum development, with laptops open and educational documents spread across the table. The atmosphere is focused and productive as they work on building capacity to meet District 83's shared goals for student success.
A photo of the Life Skills and Well-Being Student Advisory Committee (S.A.C.) members working together in a professional meeting space. The group is seen collaborating on curriculum development, with laptops open and educational documents spread across the table. The atmosphere is focused and productive as they work on building capacity to meet District 83's shared goals for student success.
Incredible day at #D83shines #EDCamp2025! 💡 We tackled everything from Behavior Management and SEL with yoga/mindfulness, to essential Literacy strategies like AAC support & graphic novels. Big takeaways on using tech for Multilingual Learners (Medley App) and creating Assessments for Student Success (Google Forms). So much peer-to-peer learning! #EdChat #Unconference
11 months ago, Robert Junna
A dynamic slideshow GIF capturing the collaborative energy of #EDCamp2025 at District 83. The frames transition through various "unconference" sessions where educators are seen leading peer-to-peer discussions on behavior management and SEL, including a group practicing yoga and mindfulness techniques. Other scenes highlight literacy strategies with displays of graphic novels and AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) support tools. The reel also features staff members huddled around laptops exploring the Medley App for Multilingual Learners and designing student assessments using Google Forms, showcasing a day of diverse, hands-on professional learning.
The annual 3rd grade Thanksgiving Balloon Parade! Macy's ain't got nothin' on our creative Spartans!
#ShiningSpartans
11 months ago, Jason Smith
Two students walk together in a school hallway, jointly holding a tall balloon float. The float features several colorful balloons, including two bright yellow ones at the bottom, a large blue one in the center with a piece of notebook paper attached, and a metallic copper balloon at the top decorated with hand-drawn sketches. In the background, other students and a teacher follow in a parade line, with a large white Snoopy-themed balloon visible further back.
A young boy in a blue zip-up vest helps steady a large, vertical balloon float during a school hallway parade. The float is constructed from a variety of cream, orange, and blue balloons taped together to create a tall structure. In the background, a long line of students continues down the corridor, each carrying their own unique and colorful balloon creations, including a blue character float further down the line.
Two students walk down a school hallway during a parade, holding a large, creative balloon float of the character Bluey. The float is constructed from several blue balloons taped together to form a body, long blue twisting balloons for arms and legs, and a paper cutout of Bluey's face on the head. One student in a navy hoodie and another in a fuzzy white jacket hold the float upright using sticks, while a line of other students carrying colorful balloon creations follows behind them in the brightly lit corridor.
In a bright school hallway, a diverse group of elementary students lines up for a creative balloon parade. In the foreground, a girl in a light purple hoodie holds a cluster of purple and white balloons. Behind her, another student carries a bunch of metallic-colored balloons with hand-drawn smiley faces, while a third student proudly displays a balloon snowman featuring a paper top hat and scarf. The hallway is filled with more students and a colorful variety of balloon creations, including pink, blue, and orange balloons visible in the distance.
In a bustling school hallway, students participate in a parade featuring creative balloon "floats". The image highlights a smiling student in a navy blue cardigan holding a stick with a cluster of tan, yellow, and green balloons. In the blurred background, other children follow in a line, showcasing their unique creations, including a balloon snowman and a variety of colorful balloon bunches, while classroom decorations line the walls.
A young girl in a navy blue hoodie walks in a school hallway, proudly holding a creative balloon float shaped like a snowman. The float consists of two white balloons stacked vertically, decorated with a hand-drawn top hat, carrot nose, and a blue paper scarf. Other students follow behind in a line, carrying their own colorful balloon creations—including metallic gold and pink balloons—as they participate in a festive school parade.
A dense line of elementary students stretches down a brightly lit school hallway, carrying a vibrant assortment of balloon "floats" for a parade. In the foreground, a close-up view shows a student holding a vertical line of balloons in primary colors like red, yellow, and green, while another student nearby carries a cluster of tan balloons featuring a photo of a cheetah and a pink balloon animal. The background is filled with a colorful blur of blue, orange, and pink balloons, capturing the high energy and creativity of the school-wide event.