FOOD FOR THOUGHT: ‘Mindfulness’ will be the discussion topic for the second offering in the BSD2 Community Dinner Series

Celebrate our community with a free dinner and engaging demonstration hosted by Bensenville School District 2 and the People's Resource Center from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28, at Tioga School.

PROJECT HELP: Active Parenting for Pre-Teens & Teenagers program to be offer this winter

Parenting teens doesn’t have to be a stressful part of life! This series will give parents confidence and courage to meet the challenges and savor the joys of their children’s teen years.

FULL SERVICE: Don't miss free healthy cooking class with nationally recognized nutritionist Sylvia Meléndez Klinger

Offered January 27 at Tioga School, Sylvia's healthy cooking classes will address childhood obesity, high blood pressure and cholesterol, digestive problems, and a number of other nutrition related issues.

REMINDER: TeacherEase online gradebook is replacing printed midterm reports

Wednesday, January 8, is the second trimester midterm. Parents should monitor students' progress through the District’s online gradebook, TeacherEase.

HELP CONTROL FLU SEASON: Following DuPage County Health Department's safety measures can reduce your child's chances of becoming sick

To prevent widespread flu in the school, we recommend that your child stay home from school if experiencing flu-like illness symptoms (such as fever, cough, and sore throat).

OUR VISION IS 2020 … AND BEYOND: District 2 to host 2020 Students Involved with Technology Conference on February 22

The SIT Conference is a technology conference unlike any other: hosted by kids, for kids. Students in Grades 3-12 enjoy hands-on activities and present to their peers on the latest in STEAM topics.

Metropolitan Family Services offering 'Parenting Fundamentals' classes

Parents are children's first teachers and role models. That is why Metropolitan Family Services is offering a series of classes titled "Parenting Fundamentals: Parent Empowerment for Family success."

District 2 offers free, on-site dental sealant program for Johnson and Tioga students

All students at Tioga and W.A. Johnson Schools qualify for a dental exam should they choose to apply for the program. Additionally, the program provides applicants who qualify for financial assistance with free dental cleaning, sealants, and fluoride treatment, as well as off-site restorative care if necessary.

UPDATED: College of DuPage offers free local English and citizenship classes this winter

Evening classes will be held Mondays and Wednesdays at Fenton High School, and Tuesdays and Thursdays at W.A. Johnson School. Morning classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bensenville Community Public Library.

Illinois School Report Cards available online for BSD2 schools

The Illinois State Board of Education annually releases school report cards that show how each school, each district, and the state is performing on a wide range of educational goals.

SURVEY SAYS: What do you love about your child’s school? Tell us in the Illinois 5Essentials Survey!

Bensenville School District 2 has begun administering the Illinois 5Essentials Survey to teachers, students, and parents. This survey provides students, teachers, and parents a voice in our ongoing efforts to improve our schools. But it is also an opportunity to tell us what you love about your child’s school!

THE DOOR'S OPEN: New BSD2 Community Center connects BSD2 families with vital community supports.

The Community Center serves as a resource hub where families can access supports in the areas of mental and physical health, school enrollment, and parent skill development.

District 2 Board of Education approves 2019-2020 budget

The budget authorizes about $37.7 million of spending, paid for with about $39 million in revenue. The projected surplus is about $1.3 million.

TRANSLATORS NEEDED: BSD2 students and families could use your help

If you would be interested in volunteering your time as a translator, please fill fill out the form below and return it to your child's school.

Food for Families returns for the 2019-20 school year

Does your family need food? Bensenville School District 2, in partnership with Fenton High School, Wood Dale School District 7, the Bensenville/Wood Dale Food Pantry, and Northern Illinois Food Bank, will continue to offer perishable and non-perishable food to families from 4-6 p.m. on the following dates this school year.

FULL SERVICE: More great grant news for District 2

In September, Bensenville School District 2 received the U.S. Department of Education’s Full Service Community Grant for $2.5 million.  The District is one of just 15 schools nationwide selected to receive this grant.

‘Rise & Shine' with our new RISE Academies

New RISE Academies are coming to BSD2 schools in October, and their launch presents exciting opportunities for three special members of the our school communities to “rise and shine” as our schools' RISE Academy Site Coordinators.