The annual 3rd grade Thanksgiving Balloon Parade! Macy's ain't got nothin' on our creative Spartans!
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11 months ago, Jason Smith
A young boy with glasses and a grey hooded sweatshirt walks through a school hallway holding a white balloon on a stick. The balloon has been creatively decorated with paper cutouts and drawings to look like the character Snoopy, complete with black floppy ears and a smiling face. Behind him, a line of other students follows, carrying their own decorated balloons—including one that looks like a snowman—as they participate in a festive school parade.
A group of young students smiles for a photo in a school hallway while participating in a balloon parade. In the center, a boy in a navy blue hoodie gives a peace sign while holding a white stick with two yellow balloons decorated with paper cutouts to look like a Minion wearing denim overalls. Next to him, a student in a white polo shirt holds a similar Minion-themed balloon, and a girl on the right holds a blue balloon decorated with a drawn-on Minion character.
A group of students and staff are seen from behind as they walk down concrete steps toward an outdoor playground area under an overcast sky. In the foreground, children hold onto several large, colorful balloons in shades of red, orange, blue, and yellow. A crowd of people stands in the distance on the asphalt, many holding up phones to capture the event. A teacher or staff member in a black sweater and white sneakers leads the way, while a modern school building and neighborhood houses are visible in the background.
In this bright school hallway, several elementary students are carrying yellow balloons attached to sticks. The girl in the center of the frame is smiling at the camera, wearing a light gray zip-up hoodie. Behind her, another student holds a yellow balloon decorated to look like a Minion character. Another balloon in the foreground features a small black lightning bolt cutout.
A young boy in a white polo and navy hoodie leads a line of students through a school hallway during a balloon parade. He holds a stick with bright green balloons decorated with paper cutouts that resemble a character's face and feet. Behind him, other students carry an assortment of colorful balloons, including yellow ones with mermaid drawings and blue balloons with fish tails, creating a festive and creative atmosphere in the school corridor.
A student in a dark blue hoodie walks in a school hallway holding a creative balloon craft made to look like a snowman. The snowman balloon features a hand-drawn top hat, large eyes, a carrot nose, and a blue scarf. Other students follow behind in a line, carrying their own decorated balloons, including pink and gold ones, during what appears to be a school parade or classroom activity.
A group of three students smiles as they walk down a school hallway, holding up large, vertical clusters of colorful balloons. The boy on the left in a white polo shirt and the boy on the right in a navy zip-up hoodie both carry tall bunches featuring blue, cream, red, and pink balloons. Behind them, a young girl beams while holding an orange Garfield-themed balloon. The hallway walls are decorated with student work, and a motivational quote starting with "Education is..." is partially visible in the background.
In the foreground of this photo, a young girl with braided hair and glasses is shown blowing up a small green balloon. Surrounding her are several large, inflated cream-colored balloons, some with small white slips of paper taped to them. In the background, other students are visible, including a boy in a white polo shirt holding an orange balloon, all standing in what appears to be a school hallway decorated with paper pumpkins.
A group of smiling elementary school students walks down a school hallway in a line, participating in a parade. Each student holds a white stick with a colorful balloon attached. The balloons are decorated with hand-drawn paper cutouts of characters and designs, including a mermaid, a Minion, and a blue fish tail. The children are dressed in school uniforms, and the focus is on two young girls in the foreground leading the procession.
A high-angle, eye-level shot captures a vibrant display table at a Scholastic Book Fair, overflowing with children's books and stationery. The table, draped in a bright red tablecloth, showcases an array of colorful items including children's books like "Candy Corn Christmas" and "The Gift of Words". Behind the books, a variety of decorative journals with fuzzy covers in shades of pink, purple, and green are arranged alongside unicorn-themed planners and sequined notebooks. In the background, people browse the fair while bookshelves filled with more titles line the walls, creating a bustling atmosphere.
Our Kindergartners having some THANKSGIVING FUN before the break!
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11 months ago, Jason Smith
A group of young students sit at a long blue table, focused on a coloring activity. The children are dressed in a variety of outfits, including white school polos and themed pajamas featuring characters like Justice League superheroes. They are coloring large "Happy Thanksgiving" activity sheets with crayons from clear plastic bins scattered along the table. In the background, teachers are visible supervising the classroom as the students work on their festive holiday projects.
In this high-angle shot, a teacher in a purple sweatshirt assists students at a classroom activity station. Several young boys sit at a long blue table, which is covered with small white cups, wooden craft sticks, and colorful sorting trays in green and yellow. One student in the foreground is engrossed in a Dr. Seuss book, while others work on their projects or look toward the camera. In the background, additional activity stations are visible against a blue-paneled wall.
A young boy wearing a bright yellow SpongeBob SquarePants sweatshirt sits at a blue table, carefully using a glue stick to attach red paper scraps to a turkey craft made from a white paper plate. He is focused on his work, surrounded by crafting tools like safety scissors and a container of pencils. In the background, other students are visible working on their own projects at adjacent tables in the well-lit classroom.
Our Kindergartners having some THANKSGIVING FUN before the break!
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11 months ago, Jason Smith
A young boy wearing a white polo shirt and a colorful paper turkey headband smiles while sitting on a wooden gymnasium floor. He is surrounded by white plastic cups featuring the Project Fit America logo, some of which he has started to stack into a small tower. In the background, other students are visible participating in the same activity, and an adult in black Chicago White Sox branded pants stands nearby.
A young child wearing a Hot Wheels themed jumpsuit and a colorful paper turkey headband kneels on a wooden gymnasium floor. They are focused on building a large pyramid out of white plastic cups labeled "Project Fit America." In the foreground, a black plastic crate sits filled with more cups, while others are scattered nearby on the light-colored wood floor.
A young child sits on a wooden gym floor, excitedly participating in a cup-stacking activity. They are wearing Bluey-themed pajamas and white sneakers, holding white plastic cups branded with "Project Fit America." In the foreground, a tall, neat stack of these cups is arranged in a pyramid shape, while several other cups are scattered around the child on the floor.
Two young children in pajamas and paper turkey headbands work together to stack white plastic cups into a large pyramid on a wooden gymnasium floor. The child on the left, wearing gray Spider-Man pajamas, reaches out to place a cup, while the child on the right, in white Hello Kitty pajamas, holds two cups ready for the next level. The cups feature red, white, and blue "Project Fit America" branding, and several more are scattered in the background where other students are participating in the activity.
A high-angle shot captures a busy school gymnasium where several young children are participating in a cup-stacking activity on a polished wooden floor. In the foreground, a child in yellow construction-themed pajamas and a paper turkey headband carefully adds a white cup to a large, tiered pyramid. Behind them, another student in blue Sonic the Hedgehog pajamas reaches up to place a cup on top of an impressively tall, single-column stack. An adult supervisor in black attire stands in the background, watching over the students as they work with dozens of white cups labeled "Project Fit America" scattered throughout the space.
A group of young students sit at a long blue table in a classroom, engaged in a game of Thanksgiving Bingo. The children are dressed in a mix of school uniforms and colorful pajamas, including patterns featuring Super Mario and cute cartoon characters. They are focused on their yellow bingo cards, using small orange markers kept in teal plastic bins. In the foreground, a clear plastic bag filled with extra cards and markers sits on the table, while a teacher or assistant is partially visible in the background overseeing the festive holiday activity.
Four elementary-aged children are seated along a long blue table, engaged in a crafting activity. The child in the foreground, wearing a white polo shirt, looks up with a smile while assembling a paper craft. In front of her are red and yellow paper strips, a glue stick, and safety scissors. Further down the table, other students—including one dressed in a green elf costume—are also working with paper plates and craft supplies.
A group of young students sit along a long blue table in a classroom, focused on a Thanksgiving-themed craft project. Many of the children are wearing colorful pajamas, including patterns with Spider-Man and various cartoons, while an adult in a blue shirt assists them at the far end of the table. Each student has a paper plate featuring a turkey illustration, which they are decorating by gluing on vibrant strips of red, yellow, orange, and green paper. Scattered across the table are glue sticks, safety scissors, and small bins filled with yellow pencils.
A group of elementary students in colorful pajamas sit at a long blue table, focused on a game of Thanksgiving Bingo. The children use small teal bins to hold their markers while placing them on yellow bingo cards decorated with festive holiday illustrations. One student is dressed in a vibrant green dinosaur onesie with yellow spikes, and another wears a navy set featuring video game controller patterns. A teacher stands in the background, observing the activity in the bright, wood-floored classroom.
Our Scott teachers love the book fair ALMOST as much as our kiddos do! Throw in some coffee and treats, and it's a GREAT morning for a book fair preview, and to complete wish lists!
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11 months ago, Jason Smith
A diverse group of teachers and staff members browse a Scholastic Book Fair in a well-lit school library. In the foreground, a teacher in a light blue sweater carries a coffee tumbler while looking at book displays, and another teacher in a pink cardigan browses a shelf to the left. The room is filled with tables covered in red cloths showcasing various children's books, while the background features library bookshelves, colorful educational posters, and other staff members engaged in the fair.
A small whiteboard on a black stand displays a handwritten checklist in purple marker titled "Welcome Teachers!" followed by "we heart you!". The checklist includes three items with checkboxes: "get coffee + snacks", "make a wishlist (file in the green crate when done)", and "enter 1 ticket in the book raffle." The sign is positioned in a school library setting.
A colorful educational display board titled "Process of Carving a Pumpkin" is mounted on a white brick wall. The board features a large orange paper pumpkin with a carved face, surrounded by six numbered steps with photos and descriptions: 1. Choose, 2. Cut, 3. Scoop, 4. Draw, 5. Carve, and 6. Light. Below the main display are several smaller pumpkin drawings by students, including one labeled "Boone" that says "I am thankful for famLe."
A "Mug Donation" station is set up on a wooden counter in a school library, featuring a yellow sign that reads "Mug Donation: use a MUG, leave a MUG". Two ceramic coffee mugs—one white with small pink hearts and one pink with a dark blue interior—sit on the counter next to a white basket labeled "Podcast Club" in pink. The basket is filled with informational flyers or packets.
A teacher appreciation snack station is set up on a table covered with a green tablecloth. The spread includes two Keurig coffee makers (one black and one pink), a large silver coffee urn, jugs of water, and Starbucks oatmilk creamer. To the left, various snacks are displayed in clear plastic containers, including mini muffins, sliced pumpkin bread, and dark chocolate-coated butter cookies.
A high-angle, eye-level shot captures a vibrant display table at a Scholastic Book Fair, overflowing with children's books and stationery. The table, draped in a bright red tablecloth, is the centerpiece, showcasing an array of colorful items. In the foreground, several children's books are prominently displayed, including "Candy Corn Christmas" and "The Gift of Words." Behind them, a variety of decorative journals and notebooks are arranged, featuring fuzzy covers in shades of pink, purple, and green, some adorned with butterflies or sequins. To the right, a collection of themed notebooks and accessories, such as unicorn-themed planners and colorful pens, adds to the lively scene. In the background, two people are visible, one holding a book titled "The Three Little Pigs," while bookshelves filled with more titles line the walls, creating a bustling atmosphere of a school event.
A teacher with long, dark curly hair pulled into a bun stands in a school library, filling out a "Wishlist" form on a clipboard with a green marker. She is wearing a light blue denim button-down shirt and is positioned in front of a display of children's graphic novels. The wishlist she is completing includes sections for book titles, locations within the library, and costs.
A top-down view of several colorful children’s books laid out on a light grey table, including titles such as "An A-meow-zing Race," "Marker," "The Reflection in Me," and "Say Please, Little Monster!" Small white paper cups are placed near the books, and one cup contains a single orange raffle ticket.
A teacher in a light blue sweater stands in a school library, browsing a book at a Scholastic Book Fair. In the foreground, a table covered in a red tablecloth displays a variety of children’s books, including titles like "Disaster Squad" and "Thelma the Unicorn," with a sign indicating items "$5 & Under". In the background, two other staff members work behind a counter near colorful heart-shaped wall decorations.
A group of teachers and staff members browse a vibrant Scholastic Book Fair inside a school library. In the foreground, a teacher with long dark hair holds a clipboard while another staff member in a black t-shirt points toward a display. Tables covered in red cloths are filled with colorful journals, plush notebooks, and various children’s books. In the background, rows of library bookshelves and other staff members browsing the fair are visible under bright overhead lights.
Book Unboxing Excitement!
We got a box of new books delivered when a class was in the library. The kids were super excited to do an unboxing of the books to see what new books will be coming to the library. Our Spartans are devouring books this year!
11 months ago, Mannheim School District 83
A teacher sits in a chair in a school library, holding up a pink book while speaking to a group of elementary students seated in a circle on the carpet around her. Several students sit on the floor while others are in adjacent chairs, and a white Scholastic box filled with books sits on a chair next to the teacher. In the background, bookshelves and rolling storage carts are visible under bright classroom lighting.
In a school library or media center, a teacher in a grey dress sits in a wooden chair, holding up a book called "The Best of Iggy" to a circle of attentive elementary students. Some students are seated on the floor in front of her, while several others sit in chairs that form the rest of the semi-circle. The room is filled with educational resources, including bookshelves along the walls and rolling partitions, all under bright overhead lighting.
3rd graders in Ms. Jimenez's class learning how to sequence events in a story. Love the collaboration!
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11 months ago, Jason Smith
Four elementary students are gathered around a long wooden table in a classroom, working on a collaborative literacy project. Two students are seated while two others stand as they use scissors and glue sticks to assemble a sequencing worksheet with black-and-white illustrations. A teal supply caddy, several glue sticks, and paper scraps are spread across the table, with classroom bookshelves visible in the background.
Two elementary students are working together at a classroom desk on a cut-and-paste activity. A girl in a dark blue zip-up jacket uses purple scissors to carefully cut out paper strips, while a boy in a white polo shirt stands next to her, also holding scissors. Their desk is organized with a blank sequencing worksheet, glue sticks, a pencil, and a clear plastic bin filled with markers.
Two elementary students collaborate on a sequencing activity while kneeling on a colorful alphabet rug. One student in a tan hoodie uses a glue stick, while the other student in a grey hoodie arranges small black-and-white illustrations next to a worksheet with empty boxes. Several pairs of scissors, pencils, and paper scraps are scattered on the rug around them.
Two elementary students sit at a grey desk in a classroom, working together on a literacy assignment. One student in a pink sweatshirt and another in a patterned white hoodie are using scissors to cut out small black-and-white illustrations to glue onto a sequencing worksheet with six empty boxes. A colorful tissue box, two glue sticks, and several small paper cutouts are arranged on the desk in front of them.
Two young boys work together at a wooden classroom desk on a cut-and-paste project. One boy in a blue hoodie holds a glue stick while the other, in a white polo shirt, prepares to place a cutout illustration onto a worksheet. A plastic bag containing paper strips and a pair of scissors sit on the desk between them.
Two students in matching navy blue sweatshirts sit on the floor in front of a row of beige lockers, working on a cut-and-paste activity. They are using scissors to cut out small printed images to glue onto a worksheet with six empty boxes. Several glue sticks and paper scraps are scattered on the red and tan floor mats around them.
Two elementary students sit on a floral-patterned rug in a classroom, collaborating on a project. A girl in a plaid fleece jacket and a boy in a blue sweatshirt are looking down at a worksheet and a laptop. A glue stick lies on the rug between them, and a bookshelf filled with books and containers is visible in the background against a white cinderblock wall.
Is there anything better than Holiday decorations in the hallways of an elementary school to put you in a good mood? We think not!
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11 months ago, Jason Smith
A colorful children's Thanksgiving craft displayed on a wall features a large turkey made of construction paper. The turkey has a brown body, an orange head with googly eyes, a yellow beak, and a red wattle. Its feathers are represented by large, painted paper cutouts in shades of orange, yellow, green, red, and purple. Two long, accordion-folded orange paper strips hang down as legs. Attached below the turkey is a child's drawing titled with the name "Boone". The drawing depicts: Three stick figures standing in a grassy field with blue shapes in the background. A yellow sun in the top left corner. A handwritten sentence at the bottom that reads, "I am thankful for famLe". The entire project is mounted on a black background and pinned to a white brick wall decorated with a border of colorful rainbow patterns.
A colorful children's Thanksgiving craft displayed on a wall features a large turkey made of construction paper. The turkey has a brown body, an orange head with large white and black eyes, a yellow beak, and a red wattle. Its feathers are represented by large, painted paper cutouts in shades of orange, yellow, green, red, and purple. Two long, accordion-folded orange paper strips hang down as legs. Below the turkey is a child's drawing that depicts three stick figures in a grassy field under a yellow sun, with the handwritten caption: "I am thankful for famLe."
An educational poster titled "A TREE FOR ALL SEASONS" featuring a circular cycle of four images showing how a tree changes throughout the year. The cycle includes: Spring: A tree covered in vibrant pink blossoms. Summer: A tree with thick, lush green leaves. Fall: A tree with yellow and orange autumn foliage. Winter: A bare tree with thin, white-dusted branches. Black hand-drawn arrows point between the images to show the continuous seasonal progression.
A classroom bulletin board titled "¡Aquí no se encuentra ningún pavo!" (No turkeys found here!) featuring a collection of "disguised" turkeys created by students. The turkeys are creatively camouflaged as various characters and objects to avoid being caught for Thanksgiving. Notable disguises include: An Elf on the Shelf with striped legs and a Santa hat. Stitch from Lilo & Stitch in bright blue. A KFC bucket of chicken. A fluffy white sheep made with cotton balls. A Minion from Despicable Me. A pizza slice with pepperoni. A snowman made of crumpled white paper. A cowboy with a hat and boots. The board is decorated with Mexican flags and small 3D gift box ornaments, showcasing a festive, multicultural classroom environment.
A child's Thanksgiving craft titled "Julissa N." featuring a turkey cleverly disguised as a sheep. The turkey’s head and neck are colored gray and purple, but its body is completely covered in fluffy white cotton balls to mimic wool. It wears sparkly purple bunny ears and stands on green glitter paper representing grass. A speech bubble next to the turkey reads, "Eat carrots Not Turkey!" emphasizing its "undercover" mission.
A classroom bulletin board titled "TURKEYS IN DISGUISE" featuring creative student projects. Various "Disguise a Turkey" printouts show turkeys hidden as different characters and objects, including: Hello Kitty: A turkey in a purple dress with a pearl necklace and crown. Pop Culture: A Pokémon Pokéball, a Ninja Turtle, and a character in a fuzzy rabbit costume. Nature & Holiday: A turkey disguised as a shimmering green Christmas tree and another as a gray tornado with cotton ball clouds.
A handwritten and illustrated poster titled "We are thankful!" features a cartoon turkey at the center of a large circle. Surrounding the turkey are various drawings and words representing things to be grateful for, including: People: Family (mom, dad, sister, brother), teachers, and friends. Nature: Grass, flowers, nature (with a tree and snowflake), rainbow, and beach. Food: Food (grapes and an apple), candy, and a cookie. Animals: Pets (dog and cat) and bugs (an ant). Everyday Items: Books, home, clothes, and toys. The poster is colorful, using markers and crayons to create a cheerful, classroom-style collage of gratitude.

Great PT Conferences at all schools tonight! Our Family & Community Partnership aims to strengthen, expand, and enhance the success and well-being of all students. #D83shines

12 months ago, Robert Junna
A slideshow GIF capturing the energy and engagement of Parent-Teacher Conferences across District 83 schools. The scenes transition through various school buildings, showing teachers and families sitting together in classrooms and hallways, deeply engaged in conversation. The photos highlight smiling faces, staff welcoming parents, and collaborative discussions at desks, all illustrating the district's Family and Community Partnership in action to support student success and well-being.
PE curriculum work today helps empower students to achieve their full potential and build physical well-being. Way to go, SAC! 💪🍎 #D83Shines
12 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of Physical Education teachers and members of the Student Advisory Committee (SAC) collaborating on curriculum development in a meeting room. The team is seen working together around a table with laptops and planning documents, focusing on strategies to enhance student physical well-being. The image captures a professional and dedicated atmosphere as the staff works to empower students to reach their full potential through refined PE instruction.
A photo of Physical Education teachers and members of the Student Advisory Committee (SAC) collaborating on curriculum development in a meeting room. The team is seen working together around a table with laptops and planning documents, focusing on strategies to enhance student physical well-being. The image captures a professional and dedicated atmosphere as the staff works to empower students to reach their full potential through refined PE instruction.
A photo of Physical Education teachers and members of the Student Advisory Committee (SAC) collaborating on curriculum development in a meeting room. The team is seen working together around a table with laptops and planning documents, focusing on strategies to enhance student physical well-being. The image captures a professional and dedicated atmosphere as the staff works to empower students to reach their full potential through refined PE instruction.
A photo of Physical Education teachers and members of the Student Advisory Committee (SAC) collaborating on curriculum development in a meeting room. The team is seen working together around a table with laptops and planning documents, focusing on strategies to enhance student physical well-being. The image captures a professional and dedicated atmosphere as the staff works to empower students to reach their full potential through refined PE instruction.
A photo of Physical Education teachers and members of the Student Advisory Committee (SAC) collaborating on curriculum development in a meeting room. The team is seen working together around a table with laptops and planning documents, focusing on strategies to enhance student physical well-being. The image captures a professional and dedicated atmosphere as the staff works to empower students to reach their full potential through refined PE instruction.
D83 is focused on growth! Enger, MMS, Westdale, Scott & Roy staff are busy with PD on GCN, GWB planning, Sped, E-Learning folders, Aquatics, Math Validation & Winter MAP testing. Cultivating continuous learning for all! #D83Shines 🚀💡📚💻✨
12 months ago, Robert Junna
A fast-paced slideshow GIF showcasing a variety of professional development activities for staff from Enger, MMS, Westdale, Scott, and Roy schools. The reel features scenes of educators working on laptops for GCN training and GWB planning, special education teams collaborating in small groups, and staff organizing E-Learning folders. Additional clips show aquatic safety training, math validation discussions, and teachers preparing for Winter MAP testing. The images capture a high-energy, district-wide environment of continuous learning with staff engaged in workshops, classrooms, and collaborative meeting spaces.
Great PLC work at Scott School today on E-Learning folders & Math Validation! Driving our mission for academic excellence. #D83Shines 📚💻
12 months ago, Robert Junna
A group of five educators poses playfully in a modern classroom setting. On the left, three women stand near tall metal shelving units filled with organized storage bins and boxes. In the center and right, two other staff members stand near white, kidney-shaped collaboration tables, with one man giving a thumbs-up. The room features a clean, professional aesthetic with a white bulletin board displaying educational materials and a digital screen on the far right wall.
A clean and organized science lab features three educators collaborating during a planning session. One teacher stands near a black bulletin board labeled "STEM Lab Safety Rules," which displays various colorful instructional posters. Two other teachers are seated at white, curved collaboration tables, with one using a laptop and the other taking notes. The room is lined with tall metal shelving units containing numerous clear, labeled storage bins filled with science materials and kits.
Math SAC's curriculum work, approved by CCC, directly empowers students to achieve their full potential! 🍎📚 We're building a brighter future! #D83Shines
12 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the Math Student Advisory Committee (SAC) members collaborating on curriculum development in a professional meeting room. The group is seated around a table with laptops, printed data, and instructional materials, focusing on the curriculum recently approved by the CCC (Curriculum Coordinating Council). The image captures the team engaged in a focused discussion aimed at enhancing math instruction to empower students and improve learning outcomes.
A photo of the Math Student Advisory Committee (SAC) members collaborating on curriculum development in a professional meeting room. The group is seated around a table with laptops, printed data, and instructional materials, focusing on the curriculum recently approved by the CCC (Curriculum Coordinating Council). The image captures the team engaged in a focused discussion aimed at enhancing math instruction to empower students and improve learning outcomes.
A photo of the Math Student Advisory Committee (SAC) members collaborating on curriculum development in a professional meeting room. The group is seated around a table with laptops, printed data, and instructional materials, focusing on the curriculum recently approved by the CCC (Curriculum Coordinating Council). The image captures the team engaged in a focused discussion aimed at enhancing math instruction to empower students and improve learning outcomes.
A photo of the Math Student Advisory Committee (SAC) members collaborating on curriculum development in a professional meeting room. The group is seated around a table with laptops, printed data, and instructional materials, focusing on the curriculum recently approved by the CCC (Curriculum Coordinating Council). The image captures the team engaged in a focused discussion aimed at enhancing math instruction to empower students and improve learning outcomes.
A photo of the Math Student Advisory Committee (SAC) members collaborating on curriculum development in a professional meeting room. The group is seated around a table with laptops, printed data, and instructional materials, focusing on the curriculum recently approved by the CCC (Curriculum Coordinating Council). The image captures the team engaged in a focused discussion aimed at enhancing math instruction to empower students and improve learning outcomes.
A photo of the Math Student Advisory Committee (SAC) members collaborating on curriculum development in a professional meeting room. The group is seated around a table with laptops, printed data, and instructional materials, focusing on the curriculum recently approved by the CCC (Curriculum Coordinating Council). The image captures the team engaged in a focused discussion aimed at enhancing math instruction to empower students and improve learning outcomes.
Delayed Start PD with MedleyAI, EBP/Easter Seals, Behavior Strategies, Co-Teaching, & team planning show our commitment to the D83 vision! 💡 #D83Shines
12 months ago, Robert Junna
A slideshow GIF highlighting a productive "Delayed Start" professional development morning for District 83 staff. The images transition through various groups of educators engaged in specialized training, including exploring MedleyAI tools on laptops, participating in EBP and Easter Seals workshops, and discussing classroom behavior strategies. Other scenes show co-teaching pairs collaborating on lesson plans and grade-level teams huddled together for collective planning. The reel captures a vibrant, district-wide atmosphere of professional growth and dedication to the D83 vision.
Mrs. Klema & our K-Kids club at Brookfield Zoo with our Xmas tree! #ShiningSpartans
12 months ago, Jason Smith
A group of eight elementary school students stands outdoors in front of a decorated evergreen tree with autumn-colored trees in the background. Most of the students are wearing winter jackets, and one girl is wearing a pink and white knit hat. Several students hold clear, round ornaments or lollipops. The evergreen tree is adorned with silver tinsel and small red and white ornaments, topped with a tall red pointed hat.
Four elementary-aged girls stand in a row outdoors in front of a decorated Christmas tree. The tree is adorned with silver tinsel and various red and white ornaments, topped with a tall, pointed red fabric hat. The students are dressed in warm winter gear, including quilted black jackets and a light purple puffer coat, with colorful autumn trees and park scenery visible in the background.
Four elementary school boys stand together outdoors in front of a decorated evergreen tree. The tree is adorned with silver tinsel and various ornaments, featuring a tall red pointed hat as a topper. The students are dressed in winter coats, including black and blue puffers, and are posed in a park setting with colorful autumn trees visible in the background.
A woman with long, curly brown hair and a patterned scarf stands smiling outdoors next to a young girl in a black puffer jacket and beanie. They are posed in front of a small evergreen tree decorated with silver tinsel and various ornaments, including a clear globe with a red figure inside. The setting is a park with green grass and autumn-colored trees visible in the background.
It's ALWAYS exciting when "Migrating Monarchs" are back at Scott! Our Synergy Squad organized a great assembly for the kids! #ShiningSpartans
12 months ago, Jason Smith
A large group of elementary students sits on the floor of a gymnasium or community room, facing a large projection screen for a presentation titled "What is Migrating Monarchs?" Three presenters stand in front of the screen, two of whom are wearing vibrant monarch butterfly wing capes. The presentation slide includes a list of instructions for families and images of educational materials, while natural light streams in through several large windows in the background.
A group of elementary school students sits on the floor of a large gymnasium, watching an educational presentation on a projector screen titled "What is Migrating Monarchs?". A presenter stands at the front of the room, while students in the foreground are seated with their backs to the camera. The room is bright with natural light coming from large windows, and some staff members are visible in monarch butterfly wing capes near the presentation screen.
LOVE seeing 2nd graders in Ms. Grady & Mr. Sarlo's class doing a fun matching activity to learn about multi syllabic words! Seeing our Spartans collaborate and learn together is AMAZING!
12 months ago, Jason Smith
Four elementary students in white polo shirts are huddled around a wooden desk, collaborating on a literacy activity. One student holds up a small slip of paper with the word "lim" handwritten on it, while another slip on the desk features the name "Brian". The children are smiling and engaged, with various learning tools like an alphabet strip and a QR code sticker visible on the tabletop.
In a colorful classroom, three elementary students are gathered around a desk working on a word-building activity. A boy in a navy sweater points to a series of white cards with purple text that spell out the word "goblin." Other cards on the desk show syllable parts like "un til," "nap kin," and "pun ish." A girl in a red and white striped top and a boy in a maroon Champion hoodie look on as they participate in the lesson.
Two students stand over a wooden classroom desk, focused on a literacy lesson involving multi-syllabic words. On the desk, several white cards with purple text are arranged, showing words and syllables such as "chip," "nap kin," "hab ish," and "shot," with a hand placing a card labeled "in" next to "sling" to form "insling." The student on the left wears a navy blue hoodie and glasses, while the student on the right wears a white polo shirt and a navy cardigan. The background shows a colorful classroom setting with a patterned rug and organized shelving filled with blue storage bins.
A group of four elementary students is clustered around a wooden desk, excitedly participating in a word-building activity. A girl in a bright red long-sleeved shirt with a heart design has an enthusiastic expression as she points to white cards with purple text. The cards are arranged on the desk to form various words and syllables, including "mas," "dex," "cot," and "bat". Other students in white polo shirts and navy hoodies look on intently, with classroom supplies like a purple pencil cup and a "Fundations" folder visible on the workspace.
Three elementary students stand around a wooden desk, working together on a word-building activity using small white cards with purple text. On the desk, the students have arranged several word parts, including "blind," "dis," "in," and "vent" to form the word "invent". Other word cards like "sun" and "mis" are also visible. One student in a white polo shirt holds the "mis" card while looking down at the desk, while another student in glasses and a beige patterned sweater watches closely.
Amazing 22nd Annual Community Breakfast! 🥞 Seeing our students shine & partners connect confirms our shared path forward. We're dedicated to this vision! 🚀 #D83Shines
12 months ago, Robert Junna
A celebratory slideshow GIF capturing highlights from the 22nd Annual District 83 Community Breakfast. The reel features scenes of a crowded event hall filled with local partners, families, and staff networking over breakfast. Students are seen "shining" as they perform, present, or lead activities, while various frames show community leaders engaged in conversation at decorated tables. The images transition through candid moments of connection and formal presentations, all illustrating the district's dedication to its shared vision and community partnerships.

1st year D83 teachers learning a lot with @ThinkingMaps this afternoon! Great to invest in tools that drive our long-term vision. 🚀 #D83Shines

12 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop focused on Thinking Maps. The educators are gathered in a collaborative learning space, working with colorful visual organizers and instructional tools on their tables. The image captures the new teachers engaged in discussion and hands-on practice, highlighting the district’s investment in foundational strategies that support long-term student success and instructional vision.
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop focused on Thinking Maps. The educators are gathered in a collaborative learning space, working with colorful visual organizers and instructional tools on their tables. The image captures the new teachers engaged in discussion and hands-on practice, highlighting the district’s investment in foundational strategies that support long-term student success and instructional vision.
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop focused on Thinking Maps. The educators are gathered in a collaborative learning space, working with colorful visual organizers and instructional tools on their tables. The image captures the new teachers engaged in discussion and hands-on practice, highlighting the district’s investment in foundational strategies that support long-term student success and instructional vision.
What do you do when you CRUSH the all school goal for "Spartan Tickets" for the month? Easy! You play some BINGO as a school, and win some prizes! We love catching our Spartans doing the right thing! #ShiningSpartans
12 months ago, Jason Smith
A young child with short, dark hair and a warm smile stands in a room, wearing a white short-sleeved polo shirt and dark pants. In the blurred background, a table is covered with various colorful small toys and prizes, and another child can be seen browsing them.
A young girl with dark hair pulled back stands in a school office, holding a small pink whistle to her lips as if to blow it. She is wearing a light blue short-sleeved polo shirt. In the background, a staff member sits at a wooden reception desk, and a blurred hallway with grey carpeting is visible.
A young boy with shaggy brown hair stands in a school hallway or office, looking at the camera with a neutral expression. He is wearing a white polo shirt under an open royal blue zip-up hoodie and dark navy pants. In his right hand, he holds a small, light-blue toy sealed in a clear plastic wrapper. The background shows a blurred office setting with a wooden counter, a row of black chairs, and another child standing further down the hall.
What do you do when you CRUSH the all school goal for "Spartan Tickets" for the month? Easy! You play some BINGO as a school, and win some prizes! We love catching our Spartans doing the right thing! #ShiningSpartans
12 months ago, Jason Smith
A young boy with short brown hair, wearing a navy blue hoodie over a white long-sleeve shirt, stands in a hallway and holds up a small, bright green toy soccer ball between his thumb and index finger. The background shows a blurred school hallway with tiled flooring and a blue bulletin board.
A young boy with short dark hair, wearing a white shirt with a black hoodie draped over his shoulders, holds a packaged blue and green "Super YoYo" toy. He is standing in what appears to be a school office or classroom, with a desk and yellow papers visible in the blurred background.
A young girl with curly dark hair wearing a pearl headband and a navy blue jumper over a white polo shirt smiles while holding a small, brown bear-shaped "pop-it" fidget toy. She is standing on a tiled floor in a brightly lit room with other people blurred in the background.
A medium-angle, close-up shot of a young boy with dark hair and a missing front tooth, smiling warmly at the camera. He is wearing a white polo shirt over a blue t-shirt and is holding a small, colorful toy in a clear plastic wrapper with both hands. In the foreground, an adult's hand gently rests on his shoulder. The background shows a blurred hallway with a patterned floor.
A young boy with dark hair and a slight smile stands in a hallway, holding a packaged "Mini Game Tournament Billiardo" set with both hands. He is wearing a white polo shirt and dark pants. In the blurred background, another child and an adult are visible near a storage area, suggesting a school or community center setting.
A young boy with brown hair and an excited expression stands in a hallway, holding up a packaged "Super Yoyo" toy. He is wearing a white short-sleeved button-down shirt and dark pants. The background is slightly blurred, showing a carpeted walkway, chairs, and other children in what appears to be a school or community center setting.
A young boy with blond hair and a bowl cut stands in a hallway, smiling as he holds up a pink dinosaur-shaped "pop-it" fidget toy. He is wearing a dark blue zip-up hoodie and blue pants. The background shows a school office setting with a reception desk, a nameplate for "Mrs. Carew," and a blurred child in the distance.
A young boy with wavy dark hair stands in an office or school setting, wearing a grey Calvin Klein Jeans hoodie and dark pants. He is looking at the camera with a gentle smile and is holding a small, colorful "Super Yoyo" package in his right hand. The background features a service counter, a doorway, and a row of chairs along the wall.
A young girl with dark hair and bright pink glasses stands in a school office, smiling at the camera. She is wearing a white short-sleeved polo shirt and navy blue pants. In her right hand, she holds a small, clear plastic package containing a yellow toy. The background features a wooden reception desk with a nameplate for "Mrs. Carew," a row of chairs, and a blurred view of a hallway.
A young boy with short dark hair stands in a hallway, holding a packaged "Mini Game Tournament Billiardo" set with both hands. He is wearing a white polo shirt. The background is slightly blurred, showing another child and an office or storage area.