Backpack Mail Table of Contents – September 17, 2015

Category Description Organization Page(s) Community Event Hall of Honor Celebration Batavia Public Schools 1 Miscellaneous Homecoming

Corsages/Boutonnieres Best Events & Floral Design 2

District Developmental Screening Dates

Batavia School District 3

District Early Childhood Screening Dates

Batavia School District 4

Park District September Events Batavia Park District 5-6 Information Coat Drive Batavia Mothers Club 7 Community Event Autumn Fair at Peck Farm Geneva Park District 8 Community Event Bicycle Rodeo Batavia Park District and

Batavia Bicycle Commission 9

Information Family Meet and Greet BSPN 10 PTO Kid-Stuff Resale LWS PTO 11 Information Open House Demolay 12 Information Competitive Swimming West Chicago Sharks 13 Scouting Kindergarten – Daisy Troop Girls Scouts of Northern Illinois 14 Information Game Night Batavia CANDO 15 Music/Drama Open Mic Nights Playhouse 38 16 Community Event Pigstock Kellogg Farms 17 Sports Harlem Ambassadors vs.

Batavia’s Dream Team Batavia Bulldog Boosters 18

Community Event Vendor and Craft Show Batavia Mothers Club 19 Fundraiser Spaghetti Dinner HCS Storm School 20 Information Run, Walk and Roll Marklund 21 Information Calendar of Events BSPN (Batavia Special

Education Parent Network 22

Information 2016 Parent Resource Fair BSPN 23 Music/Drama Auditions Marquee Youth Stage 24 Information Project Self-Compassion Tri City Family Services 25 Information Emotional Wellness

Programs Tri City Family Services 26-27

Information Arts and Lecture Series Fermilab 28 Information Order2Chaos Batavia Robotics 29 Information Robotics for Kids Batavia Robotics 30

Order Tickets Today!

BPS Hall of Honor Celebration Sat., Sept. 19, 2015, 6 p.m. BHS/Batavia Fine Arts Centre Tickets: BataviaFineArtsCentre.org

2015 BPS Hall of Honor Inductees

BHS Alumni Kenneth A. “Ken” Anderson (1967) Robert A. “Bob” Dahlstrom (1957) James L. “Jim” Hanson (1943) Daniel P. “Dan” Issel (1966) Donald E. Kramer (1976) Robert F. “Bob” Peterson (1948) James J. “Jim” Roberts (1976) Craig G. Sager, Sr. (1969) Jeffery D. “Jeff” Schielke (1967) Timothy L. “Tim” Schmitz (1984)

BPS101 Staff Lisa M. Palese Marilyn G. Robinson

BPS101 Friends Leslie G. “Les” Hodge Gene A. Tyrer

Honor the 14 inductees into the new BPS101 Hall of Honor recognition program by attending this special Homecoming Night celebration.

A permanent display of inductees (the official "Hall of Honor") will be unveiled at Batavia High School during the event, and a special program at the Batavia Fine Arts Centre will highlight the accomplishments of these distinguished BHS alums, BPS101 staff members, and friends of the District!

Follow along at …

• BPS101.net • Twitter.com/BPSHallofHonor • facebook.com/BPSHallofHonor

Homecoming Corsages & Boutonnieres

Corsage $25 Boutonnieres $15

Includes your choice of colors, designs & “Bling” if you choose.

Pick up September 19th 10:00 am -12:00 pm Batavia High School Cafeteria.

To order, call Jamie at 630-640-9480 or Email her at ibjme_1@hotmail.com Taking orders now… feel free to contact Jamie with any questions.

Proceeds from each order will benefit Batavia High School’s Studio Visual Arts Boosters

Thank you in advance for your support!

During the preschool years...

Parents often wonder if their child’s development is typical

of that seen in same age peers. Developmental screenings

are designed to address these concerns and help parents

learn more about their child’s skills.

Batavia District 101 offers free developmental screenings

throughout the school year to assess young children’s skills.

These screenings are conducted by a team of District

Educat ors and Specialists and are

available to families living within the Batavia School

District whose children are 2 1/2 to 5 years of age.

An Early Childhood Screening assesses your child’s

development in the areas of:

Speech/Language

Fine Motor

Gross Motor

Pre-Academics/Cognition

Social-Emotional

Self-Care

Batavia Public Schools District 101

Tue. August 18

Fri. September 4

Fri. October 9

Wed. November 11

Fri. January 22

Wed. February 3

No appointment necessary...

For information please call:

(630) 937-8069

Developmental Screening for

Infants and Toddlers

Birth to 32 months

For residents of Kane and Kendall Counties

What will happen?

Caregivers will be asked to fill out

an Ages and Stages questionnaire

regarding their child’s development

in the areas of:

Communication: babbling, vocalizing,

speaking, listening, understanding

Gross Motor: arm, body, leg

movements

Fine Motor: hand and finger

movements

Problem-Solving: learning and

playing with toys

Personal-Social: solitary play

and play with others

Afterwards, you and your child will

have the opportunity to meet with an

early intervention specialist to discuss

the results and concerns you may have.

9:30-11:30 am at

Alice Gustafson Elementary School

905 Carlisle Rd.

Batavia, IL 60510

Hours

2015-16 Screening Dates

Early Childhood Screening for residents of the Batavia Public School District

During the preschool years... Parents often wonder if their child’s development is typical

of that seen in same age peers. Developmental screenings

are designed to address these concerns and help parents

learn more about their child’s skills.

Batavia District 101 offers free developmental screenings

throughout the school year to assess young children’s skills.

These screenings are conducted by a team of District

Educators and Specialists and are available to families

living within the Batavia School District whose children

are 33 months to 5 years of age.

assesses

your child’s development in the areas of:

Communication

Gross Motor

Fine Motor

Problem-Solving

Personal-Social

Please call:

(630) 937-8000

The screening will take approximately one hour to complete.

Afterwards, parents will have the opportunity to discuss the

results of the screening as well as any concerns about their child,

with a member of the screening team.

Batavia Public Schools District 101

2015-16 Screening Dates

Tue. August 18 (9:00 am – 2:20 pm) Wed. August 19 (12:20 pm – 2:20 pm)

Fri. September 4 (9:00 am – 11:40 am)

Fri. October 9 (9:00 am – 11:40 am)

Wed. November 11 (9:00 am – 11:40 am)

Fri. January 22 (9:00 am – 11:40 am)

Wed. February 3 (9:00 am – 2:20 pm)

Proof of residency is required prior to scheduling an appointment.

For further information...

An Early Childhood Screening

BPS 101

Early Childhood

Program

at

Alice Gustafson

Elementary School 905 Carlisle Rd.

Batavia, IL 60510

September

A Batavia Park District School Newsletter

Please remember to register early! Class status is determined one week before class starts.

Klub Fun Grades K - 5

Looking for some place to go and something to

do on school days off? Look no further! Klub Fun

is a restructured recreational program that

includes field trips, indoor special events, special

guests, gym time, craft activities and an

afternoon snack. All your fun is included in the

fee so be ready to have a blast! There is no

transportation provided on school days off. Be

sure to wear comfortable clothing, closed toe

shoes and bring a sack lunch. Klub Fun

withdrawals close 7 business days prior to the

Klub Fun day or the first Klub Fun day of a break.

Refunds are not given after this date. Late

registration is subject to a fee and waitlist. Early

dismissal days will be held at a respective school

site. You help us plan ahead and we help you

save! Register for Klub Fun by the 15th of the

month prior and save $5 off of each day

registered.

Location: Eastside Comm Center/

Shannon Hall - Full Days

*Respective School Site on 1/2 Days

Instructor: Kids Club Staff Members

CODE DAY DATES TIME RES BNR NR

*520508-02 F 10/9 12:00-5:30P $20 $23 $26 *520508-03 Th 11/12 12:00-5:30P $20 $23 $26 520508-04 F 11/13 7:30A-5:30P $39 $44 $49 520508-05 W 11/25 7:30A-5:30P $39 $44 $49 520508-07 Tu 12/22 7:30A-5:30P $39 $44 $49 520508-08 W 12/23 7:30A-5:30P $39 $44 $49 520508-10 Tu 12/29 7:30A-5:30P $39 $44 $49 520508-11 W 12/30 7:30A-5:30P $39 $44 $49 For more dates, please contact the Batavia Park District at 630-879-5235

Kids’ Club East/West Grades Kindergarten - 5 Kids’ Club East and Kids’ Club West are the

Best! This dynamic and successful program

provides before and after school activities

that are enriching and recreational in a

well-supervised setting. It services families

choosing care for children grades K-5. The

before-school program hours are 6:30 to

8:45 am. The after-school program hours

are 3:30 (dismissal time) to 6:30 pm.

Bussing is provided through school district

shuttles and routes. The program’s

philosophy is to offer the student

opportunities and experiences

encompassing both school and family

value systems.

Kids Club Registration - $185

Payment Schedule

(Payments due August 15 - May 15)

There are 10 monthly installment payments,

beginning in August and ending in May.

# of Monthly Monthly Monthly

Days Before After Combo

1 $75 $105 $125

2 $145 $175 $245

3 $185 $245 $345

4 $235 $305 $425

5 $285 $365 $495

Apples Grapes

Peanut Butter

Cut apples into wedges. Slice

grapes in half and use creamy peanut

butter to attach the pieces to the side

of apple wedges. The kids will love these

healthy race car shaped snacks!!

5th & 6th Tween Nights Come enjoy games, sports, music, dancing,

food and more! This a great opportunity to

hang out with old friends and meet new kids

from other schools! Concessions will be

available for an additional fee.

NEW this year!! We have a Tween punch

card that will be available for purchase at

drop off. The punch card is $45 for 10 Tween

Night admissions, including an additional

punch for the Haunted Quarry.

Location: Eastside Community Center

at 14 N. Van Buren Street

Upcoming Dates:

September 11, 2015

September 25, 2015

November 6, 2015

November 20, 2015

January 22, 2016

February 12, 2016

February 26, 2016

March 11, 2016

April 8, 2016

April 29, 2016

May 13, 2016

Time: 6 - 8pm

Admission: $5

No Tween Night on October 17 or 24, 2015

*Check out the Haunted Quarry 7pm-10pm 3 & 4 Grade Youth Basketball

This program will run 15

weeks. Games will be

held on Saturdays and

practice on Wednes-

days at Batavia School

locations. After 5 weeks

of fundamentals prac-

tice, teams will be divided equally and games

will start. Teams will play 10 games and T-shirts

will be provided. Volunteer coaches may

contact Ryan McCalley, at 630-406-5282 ext

2165. The focus will be on learning, developing

and improving skills, rather than win/loss

record. This is a co-ed league.

Instructor: John Tilmon

CODE DAY DATES TIME RES BNR NR

422010-1A Sa 10/24-2/27 VARIES $110 $125 $140

Girls 3 & 4 Grade Basketball This is a developmental league with the focus

being on skill building. All girls play at least half

of each game. Players of all skill levels will

benefit. Games may be played in Geneva, St.

Charles, Winfield, Warrenville, Kaneland, and

Sugar Grove. There will be a mandatory player

evaluation on Sunday, December 6 at the

Batavia High School Gym for coaches to select

teams and a short mandatory parent’s meeting

the same day. Teams will practice one time a

week in the evenings at a local Batavia grade

school.

Instructor: Ryan McCalley, John Tilmon

CODE DAY DATES TIME RES BNR NR 422007-1A Sa,Su 1/9-3/15 VARIES $110 $125 $140

Please remember to register early! Class status is determined one week before class starts.

A Batavia Park District School Publication September

Registration/Contact Information Phone: (630) 879-5235 Fax: (630) 879-9537 Website: www.bataviaparks.org Locations: Civic Center: 327 W. Wilson St. Eastside Comm. Center: 14 N. Van Buren

Registration form located on page 3

We invite anyone with a special need to contact our staff upon registration so that

a smooth inclusion may occur.

Your fun is our business

Mom & Son Wagon Ride Ages 3 - 10 Enjoy a special night with your son at West Main

Community Park. Wagon rides and dinner will be

provided. Camp fire time will follow with s'mores

for dessert. Wagon rides begin at 6:00 pm from

the parking lot. Pre-registration is required. Price is

per person. Rain date is Thursday, October 1.

Location: W. Main Shelter at 40W101 W. Main St.

Instructor: Amber Smith

CODE DAY DATES TIME RES BNR NR

458200-1A Th 9/24 6:00P $10 $12 $13

After School Yoga Ages 7 - 9

Explore yoga poses, breathing and relaxation

techniques while fostering positive social skills,

body image and environmental awareness.

Cooperative games and music make class even

more fun!

Class Will Not Meet On: 11/26/2015

Location: ESCC Shannon Hall

at 14 N. Van Buren St.

Instructor: Natalie Coon

CODE DAY DATES TIME RES BNR NR

423100-1A Th 9/10-10/22 4:30-5:15P $53 $61 $69

423100-2A Th 10/29-12/10 4:30-5:15P $46 $53 $60

Pre-Teen Yoga Ages 10 - 12

Combine both independent and group activities

integrating traditional yoga poses, breathing and

relaxation techniques. This encourages positive

self-image and social skills as well as

environmental awareness.

Class Will Not Meet On: 11/26/2015

Location: ESCC Shannon Hall

at 14 N. Van Buren St.

Instructor: Natalie Coon

CODE DAY DATES TIME RES BNR NR

423101-1A Th 9/10-10/22 5:30-6:15P $53 $61 $69

423101-2A Th 10/29-12/10 5:30-6:15P $46 $53 $60

Teen Yoga Ages 13+

Develop body strength, balance, flexibility and a

positive attitude through yoga poses, breathing

exercise and relaxation. This class is a good tool

for stress management.

Class Will Not Meet On: 11/26/2015

Location: ESCC Shannon Hall

at 14 N. Van Buren St.

Instructor: Natalie Coon

CODE DAY DATES TIME RES BNR NR

433100-1A Th 9/10-10/22 6:30-7:20P $53 $61 $69

433100-2A Th 10/29-12/3 6:30-7:20P $46 $53 $60

Scarecrow Making Ages 4 +

This class is a great way to

start off the fall season and

is a great time for all ages!

Heinz Brothers provides

everything needed for your

scarecrow, so come and

have fun without the clean-

up. Clothes, straw and

additional materials are

supplied by Heinz Brothers.

Location: Heinz Brothers

at 2010 E. Main St.

Instructor: Staff

CODE DAY DATES TIME RES BNR NR

457505-1A Sa 10/03 2:00-3:00P $22 $25 $29 457505-1A Su 10/04 1:00-2:00P $22 $25 $29

TRX Strong Ages 16+ If you are looking for cardio, look elsewhere!

Use your own body weight with TRX suspension

to push your strength to stronger levels. This

class is not a beginner TRX level class. TRX is

NOT included in the fitness package and

CANNOT be used as a make-up class for other

classes.

Class Will Not Meet On: 11/25 or 11/28

Location: Maureen McGee - Wed AM

Pat Heun - Wed PM

Tom Lasfer - Saturday

CODE DAY DATES TIME RES BNR NR

443132-1A W 10/28-12/16 6:30-7:00P $40 $45 $52

Boys Tot Hip Hop Ages 3 - 4

Calling all boys! We will be learning the

coolest dance moves around town! Bring your

swag and let's have fun learning Hip Hop! *To

participate in the 2016 dance recital - dancer

must be enrolled in both the fall and winter

sessions.

Location: Kemp Hall at 18 N. Van Buren St.

Instructor: Nicole Drews

CODE DAY DATES TIME RES BNR NR

419002-1A W 9/9-12/9 3:00-3:45P $74 $85 $96

Tot Jazz Ages 3 - 4 This class is a wonderful starter class to learn

the basic jazz movements while dancing to

some fun music! *To participate in the 2016

dance recital - dancer must be enrolled in

both the fall and winter sessions.

Location: Kemp Hall at 18 N. Van Buren St.

Instructor: Nicole Drews

CODE DAY DATES TIME RES BNR NR

419004-1A W 9/9-12/9 2:15-3:00P $74 $85 $96

The new Dance season is upon us

and we can't wait to see you back in

class! There are many options of

dance for various ages. Miss April,

Miss Nicole, Miss Deena & Miss Aimee

are all back for another year of Tap,

Jazz, Hip Hop and Ballet. Check out

our brochure and online for more info

on dance classes!

Batavia Mothers’ Club Foundation

2015 Coat Drive September 18th – October 2nd

Please help the less fortunate in our community with donations of new or clean and gently used winter items: coats, snow pants, snow suits, hats,

scarves, gloves, mittens and boots in good condition. Items are needed in sizes from infant to adult.

Drop-Off Bins will be located at:

All Batavia Elementary Schools Rotolo Middle School Batavia High School Immanuel Lutheran School

Batavia Public Library Batavia Park District: Civic Center Meadow View Veterinary Clinic Hanson Family Chiropractic

All items are donated to local charities and shelters.

Please call Christine Olsen with questions. 630.748.1501

The Batavia Mothers’ Club Foundation thanks you

for your donations and support.

www.bataviamothersclub.org

The distribution of this information and materials through the school district does not imply District 101 endorsement.

Autumn FAir At

Peck FArm PArk

Enjoy crafts and games, pony rides, petting zoo, birds of prey exhibit, hayrides, musical entertainment and the final opportunity to experience hundreds of butterflies at the award winning Butterfly House. Delicious food and refreshing beverages will also be available for purchase.

Tickets for the Basket Raffle are $5 and can be purchased beginning August 18 at Sunset Community Center, Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center or Peck Farm Park Interpretive Center.

All proceeds benefit special projects of the Geneva Park District Foundation. Event admission is free. Some activities require a small fee.

Saturday, September 19

Test your luck and take a chance to win a basket full of awesome prizes!

Tickets: $5 per chance

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

4 0 3 8 K a n e v i l l e R d . ~ G e n e v a , I L

Family Crafts & Games

A Geneva Park District Foundation Fundraising Event

Fun

For All

Ages

Petting Zoo

Pony Rides

Pumpkins

for sale

Basket

Raffle

For more information, please call (630) 232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org

Printed by Minuteman Press, St. Charles

“Like” Geneva Park District

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Learn to be a better, safer cyclist at free bicycle rodeo BATAVIA, IL – The Batavia Park District is teaming up with the Batavia Bicycle Commission to host the 4th Annual Bicycle Rodeo on Sunday, September 20 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the Peg Bond Center, Houston Street and Island Avenue. This event is free, and no registration is required! Kids of all ages are invited to ride a safety course and participate in raffles. Police officers will be on hand to register bicycles. The event will end with a short ride around the Fox River Trail to practice what you learn. The first 25 kids will also receive a free junior cone coupon from Batavia Creamery! Bring your old or unused bikes to recycle, and support Bikes for Batavia! Participants will also learn about The Great 8 Bicycle Challenge, a 10.5 mile, figure eight ride on the Fox River Trail. For more information, please visit www.bataviaparks.org or call 630-879-5235.

New to special education in Batavia or just want to see old friends and make some new ones?

Please join us for the Family Meet and Greet!

Sunday, September 20, 2015 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Engstrom Park Playground Millview Drive at Main Street

Friends, fun and refreshments provided! Cancelled in the event of inclement weather.

Kid-Stuff ResaleSaturday, September 26, 2015

8am to 3pm

Louise White School PTO

800 N. Prairie Street, Batavia

Sell with LWS! Turn your kid’s out grown clothing, toys, sports equipment, furniture, electronics, etc. into ca$h

while supporting Louise White School!

Kid-Stuff Reventa Vender con LWS !

Convierte tu cabo crecido ropa, juguetes, artículos deportivos , muebles , electrónica, etc en dinero en

efectivo, mientras que el apoyo a Louise White School para niños !

para convertirse en un vendedor del contacto : burke.sandra.m@gmail.com

to become a seller contact: burke.sandra.m@gmail.com

Why be Anyone? When You Could be Someone!

OPEN HOUSE – Sunday, Sept. 27th 10 am - 1pm Join us to learn about DeMolay, enjoy a pancake breakfast and play sports after.

Youth Run – Service – Sports – Speech Competitions – Fundraising - Scholarships D.M. Wheeler Chapter – 28 N. Van Nortwick Ave., Batavia, IL

For more info contact wheeler_demolay@sbcglobal.net or visit ildemolay.org

Join us for a NO OBLIGATION WEEK TRIAL

and sign up on

MONDAY, September 28, 2015 Age 10 and under: 5:15-6:15 pm; age 11 and over: 6:15-7:30 pm

Bring in this flyer and be ready to swim with the Sharks at the

West Chicago Community High School pool, entrance E

For more information, go to wcsharks.org or contact:

Head Coach Dan Johnson: 630.690.0906 / dan-johnson@comcast.net

Sharks President Kim Rockwood: 630.876.0034 / g3smom@sbcglobal.net

Se habla Espanol Penny Munoz: 630.247.0084 / penjose2@gmail.com

FAQ link: bit.ly/1IoZGgV

Since 1956, the West Chicago Sharks has been a competitive swim team for swimmers of all ages and at all levels (from beginners to nationally ranked). You can join many other families from West Chicago

and surrounding communities in the great sport of swimming. Practices are offered at various times throughout the week after school at the West Chicago Community High School pool.

The distribution of this information and materials through the school

district does not imply District 101 endorsement

Do You Like To Swim?

Join the West Chicago Sharks for the Fall/Winter

Season!

mailto:jtaylor@girlscoutsni.org

Please join us for a fun evening of game playing. Parents can mingle and talk (or play games too!).

Games will be available but please feel free to bring your favorite games to share.

Students and families of all grade levels are invited.

Join fellow friends and parents at

Batavia Public Library for our

Game Night

Thurs, Oct 1st at 6:30pm-8pm

We are a district-wide parent advocacy group in Batavia Public School District 101.

CANDO focuses on advocacy, networking and development to support appropriate

education for our district's gifted and high ability student population. We endorse a

district wide learning plan for all students to reach their full learning potential.

BataviaCANDO.weebly.com

BataviaCANDO@gmail.com

Facebook.com/BataviaCANDO

Twitter: @BataviaCANDO

Playhouse 38’S

FREE ADMISSION

OPEN MICNIGHTS

524 W. State Street | Lower Level | Geneva, IL 60134

September 4 | October 2 | November 67:00 - 9:00 PM

This is your chance to perform in front of a live audience!

All interested performers must contact Elliott Bortner at ebortner@genevaparks.com

FUN FOR ALL AGES!

genevaparks.org | Follow @Playhouse 38|

SAT OCT 3 11-4PMSAT OCT 3 11-4PMSAT OCT 3 11-4PM

Presents

Pig Roast: Delicious pulled pork

Music: Live music by The Naturals: "We don't let autism get in the way of our music!" Opening performance by Hix Brothers Music

Activities: Hayrides, games, bounce house, face painting, apple launching, petting zoo, kids craǯs and a 50/50 raǮe

We will have fresh pumpkins for sale. Please bring your own chair.

Tickets: Pre Admission At the Door

Adults $20 $25Child (4-12) $10 $153 & Under FREE FREE

Adult tickets includes: Pork meal with a drinkChild tickets includes: Hot dog meal with a drink

Pre-purchase your tickets at: wwcelebratediǪerences.givezooks.com

Kellogg Farms | 9850 South Schlapp Rd | Yorkville

30th Annual

Batavia Mothers’ Club

Autumn Vendor & Craft Show

Saturday, October 17, 2015

9:00am - 3:00pm

Batavia High School

Admission $5

($1 off admission with a donation to Access toy Drive)

New Crafters * Old Favorites * Vendors Bake Sale *

Charity Raffle

Breakfast & Lunch Services Available

Please visit our Facebook page at facebook.com/bmcfcraftshow or email craftshow@bataviamothersclub.org for additional information and to obtain an application to participate in this long-standing community event. Visit us at www.bataviamothersclub.org for more information.

We are hosting a fundraiser to benefit Harold Hogue. He has been a

friend, coworker and smiling face for 22 years in the Storm Community.

Please join us and help us raise money for an amazing man who really

needs our support. We will have dinner, raffles and a silent auction.

Donations (Food, Supplies, Prizes)

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0b4cadaa2faaf85-harold

Volunteering

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0b4cadaa2faaf85-harold1

If you are unable to attend the dinner and would like to make a monetary donation,

please send it to HC Storm School, Attn: Matt Stanczak at 305 N Van Nortwick Batavia

IL 60510. Please make checks payable to Harold Hogue.

Please help Harold in his fight against cancer!

Bethany Lutheran

8 S. Lincoln St.

Batavia

Saturday Oct 17th

4:00 – 8:00

F

Spaghetti Dinner

Desserts

Silent Auction

Raffles

Do you have a

donation for our

silent auction?

CONTACTS:

Matt Stanczak

matthew.stanczak@bps101.net

Penny Whiting whitingpenw@aol.com

Maria Remillard mremillard15@gmail.com

630-659-5554

Harold has helped all of us, now its our turn to help him.

SAT. OCT 17, 2015 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

We invite you to join us for our 2015-16 events:

Sunday, Family Meet and Greet September 20 Engstrom Park 2:00-4:00 p.m. Thursday, BSPN Information Night October 15 Location TBD Thursday, Coffee and Conversation November 19 Panera Bread Batavia 9:30-11:00 a.m. Saturday, BSPN Lights Up Sound Down Movie November 28 Disney-Pixar’s The Good Dinosaur 9:00 a.m. $6 Kids, $7.50 Adults Thursday, Coffee and Conversation December 17 Panera Bread Batavia 9:30-11:00 a.m. Thursday, Topics in Special Education (TBD) January 21 Location TBD 6:30-8:00 p.m. Thursday, Parent Resource Fair February 18 Rotolo Middle School 6:30-8:00 p.m. Thursday, Coffee and Conversation March 17 Location TBD 9:30-11:00 a.m. Thursday, Year-End Celebration April 21 Location TBD 6:30-8:00

Ideas Wanted for the 2016 Parent Resource Fair

BSPN wants to make the 2016 Parent Resource Fair the best ever, but we need your help. Let us know: What would you like to see at the Resource Fair? What

needs does your child or your family have that you haven’t been able to meet? We want to fill the fair with the types of exhibitors you want to see.

Who do you recommend? Do you have a dentist who makes checkups a breeze? Have you found a recreational activity that has enriched your child’s life? Please let us know so we can invite them to exhibit at the fair.

Please submit suggestions to rudi@bspn-batavia.org.

“The distribution of this information and materials through the school district does not imply District 101 endorsement.”

 

Project

Self-Compassion

Come join us for a new skill-building group that will challenge you to cultivate your inner strength, improve your emotional resiliency

and self-awareness, and learn how to better manage the relationships in your life.

Supportive meetings will challenge you to grow through activities and discussion. Your parents will attend the last session with you.

Are you a teen girl in high school?

Do you want time to talk with other girls about the challenges of day-to-day life?

Are you ready to empower yourself?

Do you want to improve your ability to handle the difficult thoughts, emotions, and situations in your life?

Fall 2015 SessionThursdays, 7:00-8:30pmOctober 1 - November 19

Spring 2016 SessionThursdays, 7:00-8:30pm

March - April (Dates TBD)

Project Self-Compassion is $80 per session. Registration is required. Fee reductions are available based on need. Program is held at TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva

www.TriCityFamilyServices.org 630.232.1070

Bridges Divorce Adjustment WorkshopThis six-session workshop is for children, ages 7-11, struggling to cope with issues related to their parents’ separation and/or divorce. The workshop sessions include discussions and group activities that help children find answers to commonly asked questions, deal with the struggles of their changing families, and better understand their feelings in a safe and supportive environment. Parents attend the fifth group session with their child/children.

Fall Series: Mondays, 3:45-5:15pm October 5-November 16 (no class 10/12)

Spring Series 1: Mondays, 3:45-5:15pm February 8-March 21 (no class 2/15)

Spring Series 2: Mondays, 3:45-5:15pm April 11-May 16

Location: TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva

Costs: $50 for one child or $75 for two or more children from the same family per series. Registration is required. Fee reductions are available based on need.

Chick Chat by HGNAChick Chat by HGNA is a spectacular full-day retreat where 4th, 5th, and 6th grade girls can explore their interests, build stronger relationship skills, learn to make healthy decisions, enhance images of themselves as capable and competent individuals, and have fun – all within a safe and nurturing environment. Small group break-out sessions, yoga, and action-packed team-building challenges are designed to provide girls with inspiration, guidance, and perspective about their lives. Attend in all three grades to experience the full curriculum. This program is offered in collaboration with local school districts and the Geneva Coalition for Youth.

Date: Saturday February 27, 2016 8:30am-3:15pm

Location: Geneva Middle School South 1415 Viking Drive, Geneva

Costs: $35 per girl (includes t-shirt, snacks, and lunch). Registration is required. Fee reductions are available based on need.

Growing Together /Creciendo Juntos

NEW in Spring of 2016

Join us for this new group designed to help Latino families achieve a greater sense of connectedness through the strengthening of communication, interactions, and parenting skills in an accepting and compassionate environment.

Starting Spring of 2016, Growing Together / Creciendo Juntos will meet the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month from 6:30-8:00pm at the Congregational Church of Batavia, 21 South Batavia Avenue, Batavia.

The cost will be $10 per family per session with fee reductions available based on need. For more information, call 630-232-1070.

International Child/Parent Development Program (ICDP)

The ICDP is a series of parents’ interactive learning groups and related children’s activity groups that promote practical and effective strategies to enhance parent-child relationships, self-esteem, and self-control through routine, daily interactions.

Supportive discussions and activities throughout the program challenge all participants (including the community-based facilitators) to interact with family members thoughtfully and with empathy to enhance loving families and to help children become strong learners and leaders.

This series of ICDP will focus on families with children with special needs, and the unique challenges they face. ICDP is offered in collaboration with Changing Children’s Worlds Foundation (CCWF).

Dates: Mondays, September 14-December 28 5:15-7:00pm

Location: Pottawatomie Community Center 8 North Avenue, St. Charles

Costs: $15 for parent/child book set

Registration: Contact CCWF at 630.909.9411 or registration@changingchildrensworlds.org

Smart Choices K-5Smart Choices Kindergarten-5th Grade is a four or six-session group workshop for children and their parents that teaches the necessary skills to effectively communicate needs, manage anger, and resolve conflicts at home, in the community, and at school. Child-friendly activities provide opportunities to practice using “I” statements, understanding other points of view, compromising and sharing, calming techniques, and responding to teasing.

Location: TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva

Costs: $90 per family/per six-hour series. Registration is required. Fee reductions are available based on need.

Grades K-2: Six Saturdays from 9:00-10:00am

Fall 2015 Series 1September 19-October 24

Fall 2015 Series 2November 7-December 19 (no class 11/28)

Winter 2016 SeriesJanuary 16-February 20

Spring 2016 Series 1March 5-April 23 (no class 3/26 or 4/2)

Spring 2016 Series 2May 7-June 18 (no class 5/28)

Grades 3-5: Four or Six Saturdays. Times vary.

Fall 2015 Series 1October 3-November 14 (no class 10/31)10:15-11:15am

Fall 2015 Series 2November 21-December 19 (no class 11/28) 10:15-11:45am

Winter 2016 SeriesJanuary 16-February 6 10:15-11:45am

Spring 2016 Series 1April 9-May 1410:15-11:15am

Spring 2016 Series 2June 4-June 2510:15-11:45am

Elementary School

Coming

Soon!

1120 Randall CourtGeneva, IL 60134

2570 Foxfield Road, Suite 101St. Charles, IL 60174

630.232.1070TriCityFamilyServices.org

EMOTIONAL

WELLNESS

PROGRAMS

2015-2016Emotional wellness is the awareness, acceptance, and expression of thoughts and feelings through positive behaviors

and healthy relationships.

It is not an end stage, but a continual process of change and growth that may

involve seeking professional support.

At TCFS, we are proud to offer a range of emotional wellness programs for

children, teens, adults, and seniors.

Contact TCFS today and start your journey toward emotional wellness.

for children and families

Middle & High School

Adults & Seniors

Chick Chat by HGNAChick Chat by HGNA is a spectacular full-day retreat where 4th, 5th, and 6th grade girls can explore their interests, build stronger relationship skills, learn to make healthy decisions, enhance images of themselves as capable and competent individuals, and have fun – all within a safe and nurturing environment. Small group break-out sessions, yoga, and action-packed team-building challenges are designed to provide girls with inspiration, guidance, and perspective about their lives. Attend in all three grades to experience the full curriculum. This program is offered in collaboration with local school districts and the Geneva Coalition for Youth.

Date: Saturday, February 27, 2016 8:30am-3:15pm

Location: Geneva Middle School South 1415 Viking Drive, Geneva

Costs: $35 per girl (includes t-shirt, snacks, and lunch). Registration is required. Fee reductions are available based on need.

Grandparents Raising GrandchildrenThis ongoing group provides support for dealing with the unique challenges associated with being primary caregivers to grandchildren.

Meetings are held the last Tuesday of each month from 7:00-8:30pm. Please call 630-232-1070 for the meeting location.

There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Free childcare is available if requested at the time of registration.

Family-Based Treatment for Eating Disorders: Parents Group

Support, skills-training, and empowerment for current, potential, and alumni parents of our FBT program. Receive an introduction to the program philosophy and ongoing parent-to-parent support for the issues faced throughout treatment and beyond.

A trained FBT therapist will encourage sharing of experiences, successes, and challenges involved with supporting a child with an eating disorder. Topics will include self-care, communication styles, supporting children during meal time, and more.

The FBT Parents Group begins October 14, and will be held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 7:00-8:30pm at TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva. The cost is $5 per parent(s) per session with fee reductions available based on need.

Single Moms GroupSingle moms often struggle to balance the many roles that have been thrust upon them. The Single Moms group offers education and support to help single moms reduce their stress, manage multiple demands, develop better coping skills, and provide effective guidance for children.

The Single Moms group meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 6:30-8:00pm. Please call 630-232-1070 for the meeting location.

The cost is $5 per session with fee reductions available based on need. Registration is required, and free childcare is provided.

Women United/Mujeres UnidasConnecting you to yourself, your family, and your community.Conectándose a sí misma, a su familia, y a su comunidad.

This new, ongoing group provides support to Latina women encountering everyday stressors associated with the numerous roles they encompass, while working to increase their sense of belonging.

The Women United group begins October 12, and will be held the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month from 6:30-8:00pm at the Congregational Church of Batavia, 21 South Batavia Avenue, Batavia.

The cost is $5 per session with fee reductions available based on need. Registration is required, and free childcare is provided if requested at the time of registration.

Smart Choices MS/HSSmart Choices Middle School/High School is a four-session workshop for teens and their parents that teaches participants conflict-resolution skills, anger-management tools, and alternatives to a potential cycle of violent behavior. In some cases, the program can be used as an alternative to school suspension.

Dates: Four sessions of 1.5 hours each, scheduled directly with each family (not a group).

Costs: $90 per family. Registration is required. Fee reductions are available based on need.

Wilderness Challenge ProgramThe Wilderness Challenge Program is an annual, eight-day therapeutic canoeing and camping experience for teens who could benefit from a strong character-building experience that will aid in their transition to high school and young-adult life.

The Wilderness Challenge Program takes place in the Boundary Waters Area of Northern Minnesota. With the guidance of trained staff, and through a multitude of natural challenges, the trip enables teens to develop peer relationships, team-building experience, and problem-solving skills.

Dates: June 2016 (Dates TBD), plus follow-up sessions throughout high school.

Costs: Free, but a $75 refundable deposit is required after acceptance into the program.

NEW!

Project Self-CompassionThis new skill-building group is

designed for high school girls interested in cultivating inner strength, improving emotional resiliency, increasing self-awareness, and learning how to better manage relationships. Supportive meetings will challenge participants to grow through activities and discussions. Parents attend the last session with the teens.

Fall Series:Thursdays, 7:00-8:30pm October 1-November 19

Spring Series:Thursdays, 7:00-8:30pm February 18-April 28 (no meeting 3/3, 3/24, 3/31)

Location: TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva

Costs: $80 per series. Registration is required. Fee reductions are available based on need.

NEW!

NEW!

1120 Randall CourtGeneva, IL 60134

2570 Foxfield Road, Suite 101St. Charles, IL 60174

630.232.1070TriCityFamilyServices.org

EMOTIONAL

WELLNESS

PROGRAMS

2015-2016Emotional wellness is the awareness, acceptance, and expression of thoughts and feelings through positive behaviors

and healthy relationships.

It is not an end stage, but a continual process of change and growth that may

involve seeking professional support.

At TCFS, we are proud to offer a range of emotional wellness programs for

children, teens, adults, and seniors.

Contact TCFS today and start your journey toward emotional wellness.

for teens, adults, and seniors

 

Lecture  Series  Events  

Arts Series

Sept. 26 - 10,000 Maniacs

Oct. 24 – The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes,

performed by Aquila Theatre

Nov. 14 – 5th House Ensemble

Black Violet, Act. III

Dec. 5 – Windham Hill’s Winter Soltice

Jan. 30 – True Blues

Eric Bibb & Corey Harris

Feb. 20 – Imago Theatre Zoo Zoo

March 12 – Dervish

April 23 – Dance Chicago

May 7 – Cristina Pato Quartet

(from Silk Road Ensemble)

www.fnal.gov/culture - 630/840.ARTS Join our electronic or traditional mailing list on our web page, or “like” us at “Fermilab Arts & Lectures Series” on Facebook to keep current on all of our events.

Lecture Series

July 31 - The Origins of Cellular Life

Nobel Laureate Dr. Jack Szostak, Harvard Univ.

Sept. 18 – Visualizing the Future of Biomedicine – Chris

Johnson

Oct. 16 – Remembering Fermi Dr. James Cronin

Nov. 20 – Physics Slam IV

Jan. 15 - The Brain Scoop Emily Graslie, Field Museum

March 18 – Probing the Dark Universe – Dr. Josh Frieman

April 8 – Climate Change Dr. Philip Mote

10,000 Maniacs September 26, 2015 @ 8pm $39/$20 for ages 18 and under 10,000 Maniacs is one of rock's most critically acclaimed bands. The quintet's pop-conscious, literate and lush aesthetic helped reshape FM radio with hits such as Hey Jack Kerouac, Like The Weather and These Are The Days. Along with bands like R.E.M. and The Police, 10,000 Maniacs is considered one of the primary architects of the college rock sound.

Black Violet, Act III 5th House Ensemble November 14, 2015 @ 8 pm - $23/$12 for ages 18 and under

"Be a trendsetter and catch this silent flick of sorts, about a housecat during the plague, with images by the graphic novelist Ezra Claytan Daniels set to music from the Fifth House Ensemble." - Chicago Magazine

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – Aquila Theatre Oct. 24, 2015 @ 8 pm - $35/$18 for ages 18 & under “the classics made relevant with superb acting and clever staging.” – The New Yorker The legendary sleuth, takes the stage in this witty, fast paced production by the acclaimed Aquila Theatre. Holmes skillfully maneuvers the twisted web of intriguing cases with his split second deductions.

FERMILAB ARTS & LECTURE SERIES 2015-2016

    Fall Lecture Events – $7 Sept. 18 – Visualizing the Future of Biomedicine – Dr. Chris Johnson, Univ. of Utah

Oct. 16 – Remembering Fermi – Nobel Laureate Dr. James Cronin Nov. 21 – Physics Slam IV – order soon!

The distribution of this information and materials through the school district does not imply District 101 endorsement.

Scholarships. There’s more than $20

million available in college scholarships for those active in robotics. The student at the right is now at MSOE with scholarships, in part, through Order2Chaos robotics.

No Fees. Order2Chaos is funded

through the support of local businesses.

Real Robots. The robots that

Order2Chaos designs and builds in 6 weeks are generally more than 100 lbs. and compete on field with an area greater than 1400 ft2. No kid stuff.

Join. Order2Chaos is open to high school

students, grades 9-12, ages 14-18 regardless of where they attend school. Meetings are Wednesdays, 7 pm, in the Batavia High School wood shop (F111).

Info: E-mail: JoinTeam2704@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Order2Chaos-Team-2704/363232720174

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ROBOTICS KIDSfor

1st - 12th Grades