Parent Update Tuesday, January 28, 2025 |
Dear SD 308 Community,
I want to reaffirm to all families our district’s unwavering commitment to providing a safe and secure learning environment for all students. In times of uncertainty, when news headlines can spark fear, we hold firm to our shared values and recognize the importance of every student in our community. Our role remains steadfast—we are here to support and uplift our students, ensuring they know they are valued and protected.
As a district, we are legally prohibited from collecting or maintaining any student’s immigration records. Additionally, all student records are safeguarded under federal and state laws, requiring a court order for disclosure. While the likelihood of an immigration officer visiting our schools is low, our district and building leaders have received guidance from ISBE and our legal counsel on the proper procedures to follow. Only a criminal warrant, signed by a judge, would permit ICE agents to enter a school. Even in such cases, our building leaders have been directed to immediately contact district administration to involve legal counsel to verify the warrant and ensure proper handling.
To further support our students and families, we have provided staff with strategies to reinforce the welcoming and safe culture we have in our schools—especially for those experiencing fear or uncertainty. Above all, we want to reassure our students that our schools are places where they are safe, supported, and able to focus on learning.
If anyone has questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact your school's principal for additional information and resources.
We appreciate your continued partnership as we keep our focus on learning in schools where all students feel valued and loved. Take care, |
Superintendent of Schools Community Unit School District 308 |
Yesterday, Superintendent Dr. Khelghati joined Aramark and other SD 308 staff members to celebrate the grand opening of Rally Cafe at OEHS! |
February 4: Finance & Facilities BOE Committee Meeting 6 pm
February 5: Equity and Learning & Innovation BOE Committee Meeting 5 pm February 6: Policy & Legislative BOE Committee Meeting 5 pm
February 7: Mobile Food Pantry 6 pm February 10: Board of Education Meeting 7 pm
February 13: Long Beach Mobile Food Pantry 5 pm February 14: No School - School Improvement Day
February 17: No School (District Closed) - Presidents' Day February 21: End of Second Trimester (K-5)
February 24: Board of Education Meeting 7 pm February 25: Finance & Facilities BOE Committee Meeting 6 pm
February 26: Diverse Learners Open Interviews 9 am February 28: No School - County-Wide Institute Day
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OE Wolf Parents Surprise Staff with Wellness Bar |
When walking into the Oswego East High School staff lounge the other week, teachers were greeted by a corner filled with tissue boxes, disinfectant wipes, cough drops, tea bags, honey sticks, and more.
The OE Wolf Parents PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) set up a wellness bar for teachers, providing items to keep them healthy throughout the cold and flu season. The wellness bar was bee-themed, encouraging staff to “BEE Healthy” and “BEE Happy.”
Click here to read more! |
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New Novels Proposed for English Courses |
At the January 13 Board of Education (BOE) meeting, Oswego Community Unit School District 308 leaders shared a presentation highlighting the ongoing text selection process for several high school English classes.
As mentioned at the meeting, seven new novels will be proposed to the SD 308 BOE for approval in February.
Click here to read more! |
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Hunt Club Casas Strengthen Community |
This school year, red, yellow, green, blue, and purple have become a prominent part of Hunt Club Elementary School’s otherwise blue, gray, and white color scheme. Students are forming relationships with peers they had never met before, and teachers are getting to know students from outside their own classrooms. Due to the nature of Hunt Club’s dual language and English-speaking programs, the two groups did not often cross paths in the past. Therefore, to foster a greater sense of unity in the building, each student and staff member has been made part of a “casa,” or house.
Click here to read more! |
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Attention Parents of Incoming Kindergarten Students! |
Registration is now open for kindergarten students who are new to Oswego Community Unit School District 308. Children will need to be 5 years of age by September 1, 2025 to register for kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year. Students who are currently enrolled in preschool at Brokaw Early Learning Center, Lakewood Creek Elementary School, Long Beach Elementary School, or Wolf’s Crossing Elementary School are considered “Returning Students” and therefore do not need to register for kindergarten at this time.
Incoming kindergarten students and their families are invited to join us for the Kinder-Quest Fair on March 11. This is a great opportunity to meet principals and district departments, get help with registration, turn in medical forms, explore the inside of a bus, and so much more! |
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A.C.E. 9th Annual Black Professionals Event
Saturday, February 1 |
Accelerate Career through Education (A.C.E.) invites the community to this opportunity to meet engineers, doctors, lawyers, business owners, United Airline Pilots, Tuskegee Next, and an actor. The event is open to all area students and will take place at Oswego East High School from 10 am to 1 pm. Click here to learn more!
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Oswego Foundation for Educational Excellence Fundraiser
Saturday, February 1 |
The Oswego Foundation for Educational Excellence (OFEE) is hosting a Dueling Pianos Picnic Fundraiser. Proceeds will go to classroom grants for SD 308 schools. The event will take place from 7 to 10 pm. Click here to learn more!
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Mobile Food Pantry - Friday, February 7 |
Long Beach Mobile Food Pantry - Thursday, February 13 |
Free to those in need; no ID, proof of address, or income is required. Food is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Learn more at www.SolveHungerToday.org/GetHelp.
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Diverse Learners Open Interviews - Wednesday, February 26 |
We are hosting an open interview event to recruit qualified candidates for various positions that support Diverse Learners. Click here to learn more and register! |
Board of Education Meetings Monday, February 10 & 24
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Our Board Meetings are open to the public and start at 7 pm at Oswego East High School bi-monthly. You can read more about our Board of Education at www.sd308.org/board-of-education.
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A community-wide donation drive to support local non-profits is currently taking place. Cleaning supplies, toiletries, warm clothing, gift cards, and more are being collected through the end of this month. This drive is taking place in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, as Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a National Day of Service. |
| Engaging Literary Strategies to Implement at Home |
The SD 308 Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC) is hosting a literary workshop event at Hunt Club Elementary School on Thursday, February 6 at 6 pm. This session will be offered in English and Spanish. (Español) |
| Mosaic Club invites you to International Fest 2025 on Friday, January 31! This family-friendly event is an opportunity to celebrate culture and uniqueness with food, vendors, activities, presentations, performances, and more! This will take place at Oswego East High School from 5 to 8 pm. |
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| January 2025 PRIDE Winners |
The Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education (BOE) and Superintendent Dr. Khelghati recognized the January PRIDE (Proudly Recognizing Individuals Demonstrating Excellence) winners from Churchill Elementary School, Prairie Point Elementary School, Southbury Elementary School, and Murphy Junior High School at the January 13 Board of Education meeting.
“The stories shared by the nominators about our PRIDE winners are so heartwarming; we know they are making a difference every day with our students, staff, and families,” said Superintendent Dr. Andalib Khelghati. “It’s an honor to bring them to the board meeting to showcase their dedication and celebrate their accomplishments.” Click here to read more. |
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SD 308 Board of Education
Recognizes Student Accomplishments |
At the January 13, 2025 meeting, the Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education (BOE) celebrated students who received state recognition in athletics and extracurricular activities. “We are always so excited to bring students to the Board of Education meetings to highlight their accomplishments,” said Superintendent Dr. Andalib Khelghati. “The students are at the center of all we do, and seeing them and hearing their stories helps center our work.” Click here to read more.
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View All of Our Districtwide Announcements |
SD308 regularly posts announcements on our website to inform parents, guardians and community members. View our announcements to stay informed. |
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