Summit School District 104

Science in Motion!

The 8th grade scientists from Ms. Puhr’s class became engineers this week as they designed and built their own roller coasters! Using their creativity and problem-solving skills, they explored how mass affects gravitational potential energy (GPE).

From loops to drops, every twist of their coasters helped them see physics in action — proving that learning can be just as thrilling as the ride itself!

🍂 Join us for a cozy Fall Family & Community Workshop! 🎨 Let’s paint gratitude rocks, share what we’re thankful for, and celebrate the beauty of the season together.

🍂¡Únete a nosotros para un acogedor taller familiar y comunitario de otoño donde pintaremos piedras de gratitud, compartiremos aquello por lo que estamos agradecidos y celebraremos juntos la temporada!🎨

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Today is World Kindness Day! 💛
Here at Wharton, we’re celebrating by spreading kindness through small acts and lending a helping hand to others. A little kindness goes a long way! ✨ #WorldKindnessDay #KindnessMatters

We spy a few #SD104 students (and staff) of the class of 2012! 😁 #TBT #ThrowbackThursday

Walker Elementary students had the amazing opportunity to participate in an "Earth Ranger" assembly game show! Students were engaged in learning about animals and protecting our Earth. 🌍🐄🐒🦁

Thank you to Vulcan Materials Company for providing this opportunity.

🌟 Discover the power of community! 🌟
Join us for our Local Resource Fair and explore the many programs, services, and support available to you.

🌟 ¡Descubra el poder de la comunidad!🌟
Únase a nosotros en nuestra Feria de Recursos Locales y conozca los programas, servicios y apoyo disponibles para usted.

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SD104 November Board Meeting
Date: November 11, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Walker School


Reunión de la Junta Directiva del Distrito Escolar SD104, noviembre
Fecha: 11 de noviembre de 2025
Hora: 7:00 PM
Lugar: Escuela Walker

Join us for our 3rd Mindful Movemente session.
Acompáñenos en nuestra tercera sesión de Movimiento Consciente.
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🇺🇸Happy Veterans Day!🇺🇸
Honoring all the brave men and women who have served our country.

SD104 November Board Meeting
Date: November 11, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Walker School


Reunión de la Junta Directiva del Distrito Escolar SD104, noviembre
Fecha: 11 de noviembre de 2025
Hora: 7:00 PM
Lugar: Escuela Walker

🍂 Join us for a cozy Fall Family & Community Workshop! 🎨 Let’s paint gratitude rocks, share what we’re thankful for, and celebrate the beauty of the season together.

🍂¡Únete a nosotros para un acogedor taller familiar y comunitario de otoño donde pintaremos piedras de gratitud, compartiremos aquello por lo que estamos agradecidos y celebraremos juntos la temporada!🎨

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Thank you for your patience as we closely monitored weather conditions throughout the night. D104 schools will be open today, Monday, November 10. 2025 and students will attend school as normal. Please ensure your child is dressed warmly for the weather, and we look forward to seeing everyone at the regular start time. Gracias por su paciencia mientras monitoreábamos de cerca las condiciones climáticas durante la noche. Las escuelas del distrito D104 estarán abiertas hoy, lunes 10 de noviembre de 2025, y los estudiantes asistirán a clases con normalidad. Por favor, asegúrese de que su hijo/a lleve ropa de abrigo y esperamos verlos a todos a la hora habitual de entrada.

Dear SD104 Faculty, Staff, and Families, Our team will continue to closely monitor the weather overnight. If conditions worsen, we may pivot to an e-learning day. What to expect right now • Plan for a regular in-person school day on Monday, November 10, 2025. • Final confirmation by 5:00 AM: We will send an update by 5:00 AM with either (a) confirmation of the planned in-person school day or (b) a switch to e-learning if conditions require it. • Transportation/Programs: Morning transportation and activities will remain unchanged. Afternoon activities are TBD based on conditions and will be communicated separately. • If we move to e-learning: Students and staff should follow our e-learning procedures. Attendance and coursework expectations will be shared in a separate email. Thank you for your flexibility and patience as we prioritize student and staff safety. Please watch for our 5:00 AM update across email, text/app, and our website/social channels. Stay safe and warm! Estimados docentes, personal y familias del Distrito Escolar SD104: Nuestro equipo seguirá monitoreando de cerca el clima durante la noche. Si las condiciones empeoran, podríamos optar por un día de aprendizaje en línea. Información actualizada: • Se prevé un día de clases presenciales el lunes 10 de noviembre de 2025. • Confirmación final a las 5:00 a. m.: Les enviaremos una actualización antes de las 5:00 a. m. con (a) la confirmación del día de clases presenciales o (b) el cambio a aprendizaje en línea si las condiciones lo requieren. • Transporte y actividades: El transporte y las actividades matutinas se mantendrán sin cambios. Las actividades vespertinas están por definirse según las condiciones y se comunicarán por separado. • Si optamos por el aprendizaje en línea: Los estudiantes y el personal deberán seguir nuestros procedimientos de aprendizaje en línea. Las expectativas de asistencia y tareas se compartirán en el mensaje de las 5:00 a. m. Gracias por su flexibilidad y colaboración mientras priorizamos la seguridad de los estudiantes y el personal. Estén atentos a nuestra actualización de las 5:00 a. m. por correo electrónico, mensaje de texto/aplicación y nuestro sitio web/redes sociales. ¡Cuídense y manténganse abrigados!

Another fun and successful Parent-Child Activity at Wharton School!
It was wonderful seeing so many parents and guardians join their students for our Under the Sea creativity craft — what a fantastic turnout and a sea of smiles! 🐠✨

📣Join us at the Pillars Community Health Fair on November 19th at 4:00 PM!
📍 Valladolid Banquets
Come connect with local resources, learn about health services, and support community wellness!

📣¡Únete a nosotros en la Feria de Salud Comunitaria Pillars el 19 de noviembre a las 4:00 PM!

📍 Valladolid Banquets
¡Ven a conectarte con recursos locales, infórmate sobre servicios de salud y apoya el bienestar de la comunidad!

✨ Start the New Year with a fresh start and a fresh smile!🪥🥳

The Miles of Smiles Dental Program will be visiting each SD104 school in January & February 2026 to provide free dental exams and cleanings for students.

Signed permission slips must be returned before winter break (by 12/19/2025).

Prefer to sign up online? Just scan the QR code or click the link provided.
After scanning, create an account, fill in your child’s information, and sign using DocuSign.

Let’s keep those smiles healthy and bright in the New Year!
#MilesOfSmiles #SD104 #HealthySmiles #SchoolHealth

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Ms. Kozal and Mrs. Foltz’s 8th Grade ELA writers are hard at work editing and revising their personal narratives! Students are polishing their stories as they check for strong hooks, vivid details, and powerful reflections. We can’t wait to read the final drafts!

Discover how to easily communicate, check grades, and stay informed — all in one workshop!
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¡Descubra cómo comunicarse fácilmente, consultar calificaciones y mantenerte informado, todo en un solo taller!
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