Community Newsletter May/June 2021 by Village of Bensenville

hello! bensenville a lifelong learning community | may/june 2021

BENSENVILLE COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Forever!

THE LIBRARY IS GOING FINE FREE — EXCITING NEWS: we will soon be fine free! Starting July 1, the

Bensenville Community Public Library will no longer charge fines for overdue items to any patrons who check out those items at our library. Below are a few frequently asked questions about going fine free. To read our full Fine Free Policy, visit benlib.org/fine-free. What if I currently have overdue fines on my account?

On July 1, we will be removing all existing fines for overdue BCPL materials and we will no longer be charging fines for materials checked out from BCPL in the future. What happens if I lose or damage an item I checked out?

You will be charged a fee to replace the item. What if I use my Bensenville Library card to check out an item from another library?

If you check out an item from a library that does charge fines, you’re still responsible for paying any fines to that lending library. Are all items fine free?

A few types of items are subject to fines, including hotspots and specialty items. Will I have to wait longer for popular items to be returned?

Libraries that have gone fine free have not seen any difference in when items are returned. Most items are returned within a week of their due date. How will overdue items be treated now?

Each item will still have a due date and you are still responsible for honoring that due date. Returning items on time helps your neighbors borrow items sooner. However, if an item(s) is 14 days overdue, your account will be blocked. Once that item(s) is 42 days overdue it is considered lost and you will be charged for the item plus a recovery fee for each lost item. Returning the item(s) will clear those charges. How will the Library recoup the revenue lost by going fine free?

Fines account for only a very small percentage (approximately .1%!) of our operating budget, and this number has decreased over time. When we implemented our popular auto-renewal policy, we saw a dramatic reduction in overdue fines.

SUMMER READING: READING COLORS YOUR WORLD | June 4 - July 31 Join Bensenville Library’s summer reading program, Reading Colors Your World! Summer reading has something for everyone, from babies to adults! Read and partake in library activities all summer long and win prizes! Register in the library or through our online program site, benlib.beanstack.org!

Summer Reading Kick-Off: Petting Zoo! FRIDAY, JUNE 4 | 10AM – 12PM

Kick-off summer reading with us and A Zoo to You petting zoo! Preregister for summer reading or register on kick-off day and receive a small prize!

SPOTLIGHT ON:

Bensenville Community Foundation

The Bensenville Community Foundation (BCF) was founded in 1993. It is supported by the Bensenville Intergovernmental Group, which brings together the public agencies serving all Bensenville residents. Over the years the BCF has been fortunate to help several individuals and groups. The Bensenville Community Foundation supports programs already at work in our community and partners to create new projects to fill the gaps. Built by and for the people of Bensenville, the BCF supports efforts to develop and implement goals for lifelong learning opportunities, and supports positive initiatives with innovative approaches to addressing the changing needs of Bensenville. The purpose of BCF is to strengthen our community through engaged grant making and strategic partnerships with other organizations. The BCF Board is comprised of representatives from all of the area taxing bodies including the Bensenville Community Public Library, Bensenville Park District, Village of Bensenville, Bensenville Fire Protection District, Bensenville School District 2, and Fenton High School District 100. For more information on the Bensenville Community Foundation, visit bensenvillefoundation.org. IN THIS ISSUE Bensenville Community p 1-3 Public Library Village of Bensenville p 4-6 Fenton Community High School p 7-9 Bensenville Park District p 10-11 Elementary School District 2 p 12-14 Community Events p 15-16 The statements and opinions expressed in this newsletter do not reflect the views, opinions, thoughts or beliefs of each member organization. The member organizations are not responsible for opinions or statements made individually or by other organizations. For information, contact sparkison@benlib.org. Deadline for July/Aug is June 28, 2021.

BENSENVILLE COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY WE’RE HATCHING CHICKS AT THE LIBRARY! HATCH WEEK: MAY 3-7

Outdoor Book & Plant Sale

SATURDAY, MAY 15 9AM TO 1PM IN FRONT OF THE LIBRARY

Calling all book & plant lovers and bargain hunters! Browse through fiction and non-fiction titles, children’s and teen books, and more at a special outdoor, socially-distanced, Library book sale. We will also have a limited selection of flowers and vegetable plants available for purchase. Everyone is invited! 2

Come into the library starting Tuesday, April 13 to see the eggs and pick up accompanying chick activities! Drop by during Hatch Week in early May, when you can see the chicks themselves!

TAKE A STORYWALK® WITH US ALL MAY & JUNE!

Enjoy the beautiful weather and enjoy a story with an outdoor reading experience through our StoryWalk®! Take the whole family on a self-led walk through the Library’s Garden of Knowledge path to unfold a children’s story. End back at the Library and pick up an accompanying craft, while supplies last. Every other week will feature a different book on the StoryWalk®!

join us outdoors!

FAMILY OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHTS

TUESDAYS AT 8PM | JUNE 8, JULY 6, AND AUGUST 3 | JOHNSON SCHOOL June 8 Trolls (Rated PG) | July 6 Sonic (Rated PG) | August 3 Moana (Rated PG)

Join us for a socially distanced outdoor movie event at Johnson School’s basketball court! Doors open at 7:15 and families must enter and be settled before the 8 pm. start time. Space is limited and registration required for each family. Face masks will be required at this event.

BILINGUAL MOVIE NIGHT: COCO

THURSDAY, JUNE 17 AT 8 PM | JOHNSON SCHOOL

Bring the family out for a socially distanced outdoor movie night! Join Miss Karen and Miss Sofia from the Bensenville Community Public Library for snacks and a screening of the movie Coco in Spanish (with English subtitles)! Space is limited and registration required for each family. Face masks will be required at this event.

TEEN ENGINEERING CLUB

WEDNESDAYS AT 4 PM | JUNE 23, JULY 28, AND AUGUST 25 LIVE ON ZOOM | GRADES: 7TH-12TH

Join Mr. Parish on the fourth Wednesday each month for a night of simple engineering. We’ll be creating experiments using everyday materials such as: pencils, bottle corks, and more. June 23 Clothes Pin Micro Cars | July 28 D.I.Y. Box Kites | August 25 Paddle Power Boats

ONLINE PROGRAMMING AT YOUR LIBRARY — LIVE ON ZOOM! We are still offering a variety of online programs for kids and adults live on Zoom! We’ve got storytimes, teen events, family nights, guest presenters, and more! Registration for our virtual Zoom programs is required through our online calendar or by phone; space is limited. If materials are needed for a program, they will be available for pickup one week prior to the event; participants must be registered prior to pickup and must be a BCPL cardholder. Registration closes one day prior to the event. Invitations to the Zoom event will be emailed to participants after registration closes.

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Registration for these virtual Zoom programs is required through our online calendar or by phone; space is limited.

Take & Make Adult Crafts

Craft along with us from home! Adults are invited to join us live on Zoom for DIY crafts. We’ll supply the crafting materials for free — we’ll have them bagged up ready to go and you can pick them up! Registration for Take & Make programs is required through our online calendar or by phone; space is limited. Materials are available one week prior to the event; participants must be registered prior to pickup and must be a BCPL cardholder. One Take & Make kit per person, please. Registration closes one day prior to the event. Invitations to the Zoom event will be emailed to participants after registration closes.

UFOS AND THE SOCIAL RESPONSE

THURSDAY, MAY 20 AT 7PM LIVE ON ZOOM Mentions of Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon (previously called UFOs) have been slipping into mainstream news more often in recent years, with declassified naval videos being featured in the New York Times and Washington Post. The Department of Defense publicly acknowledges the existence of UAP and is evaluating them as a potential National Security Threat, yet in the course of our daily lives the topic seems condensed to only two minute blurbs on the evening news. Understanding UAP would greatly alter our world view, yet it lies tucked away in the shadows...why? Join Sam Maranto, a UFO investigator, and currently the state director for the Illinois chapter of the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) as he helps shed light on the way our society confronts these potentially paradigm shifting revelations.

CERAMIC BOOT PAINTING

THURSDAY, MAY 13 AT 7PM | LIVE ON ZOOM | ADULTS ONLY!

SUMMER GARDEN MINI RAG WREATH

THURSDAY, JUNE 10 AT 7PM | LIVE ON ZOOM | ADULTS ONLY!

DIY MACRAME EARRINGS

TUESDAY, JUNE 15 AT 7PM | LIVE ON ZOOM | ADULTS ONLY!

NON-FICTION BOOK CLUB

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23 AT 7:00 P.M. | LIVE ON ZOOM

Evicted: Poverty and Profit In The American City by Matthew Desmond

LESLIE GODDARD PRESENTS: The Life of Betty Crocker

Taking place in the poorest areas of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the book follows eight families struggling to pay rent to their landlords during the financial crisis of 2007– 2008. It highlights the issues of extreme poverty, affordable housing, and economic exploitation in the United States. Registration is required through our online calendar or by phone. Books will be available one month prior to the event and can be picked up at the Circulation Desk or by using our curbside pickup service

SATURDAY, MAY 29 AT 2PM LIVE ON ZOOM Long before Martha Stewart, there was Betty Crocker. In 1950, her brand-new picture cookbook hit shelves, with sales that rivaled that of The Bible. To date, it has sold more than 75 million copies. This fun illustrated lecture by historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., looks at how Betty Crocker was invented, why her cookbook has endured, and what makes her so iconic.

BCPL SEED LIBRARY: Get Your Seeds Today!

Grow your own vegetables, herbs, and flowers from seed — for free with your Bensenville Community Public Library card! Our 2021 Seed Library is open for the season and we’re encouraging our community to try their hand at growing (and harvesting!) seeds. Similar to borrowing a book, you borrow seeds with the intention of harvesting seeds from your future crop to return to the Library for future lending. The more you grow and harvest, the more our seed library grows! To read more about our seed library, or see what seeds we offer, please visit benlib.org/seed-library or visit the Library.

POTTER-ING AROUND THE UK

All BCPL programs, events, and materials are provided free of charge! A

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SUNDAY, JUNE 27 AT 2PM LIVE ON ZOOM Travel vicariously as anglophile and former UK resident Claire Evans takes you on a historic, scenic, and culinary tour of Harry Potter’s magical world. From the West Country to Scotland and points in between, admire the amazing real-life locations film scouts picked throughout the best of the British Isles, and get tips if you’d like to visit the sights yourself one day.

VILLAGE OF BENSENVILLE Village of Bensenville 12 South Center Street Bensenville, Illinois 60106 www.bensenville.il.us 630.766.8200 President Frank DeSimone Trustees Rosa Carmona Ann Franz Marie T. Frey McLane Mac Lomax Nicholas Panicola Jr. Armando Perez Village Clerk Nancy Quinn Village Manager Evan K. Summers

stay tuned!

VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR 2021 SUMMER EVENT UPDATES While we continue to move in the right direction, Village planned summer events like Music in the Park and 4th of July festivities have not yet been confirmed as of the printing of this newsletter. The Village continues to monitor state guidelines for large gatherings. Please visit the Village’s website and follow us on social media for the most up-to-date information.

FREE MULCH AVAILABLE AT PUBLIC WORKS The Village of Bensenville makes FREE mulch available to incorporated Bensenville residents. This opportunity is the result of in town brush pickups, tree trimmings, and tree removals. Mulch is available 7 days a week at the Public Works parking lot (717 E. Jefferson Street) and is accessible at the NE corner in a concrete bin for residents to help themselves. Residents are responsible for loading their own mulch, containers, shovels, and their own transportation. The property is under surveillance - please be respectful of other residents and the Public Works Facility.

NATIONAL POLICE WEEK MAY 9 – 15 Show the Bensenville Police Department some love during National Police Week May 9th-15th. Here are a few things you can do to show your support to the Bensenville Police Department: • Wear a blue ribbon. • Hang a blue flag off

of your porch. • Thank police officers

on your business’s marquee, if you have one. • Write a letter to your local police department thanking them for their service. • Put a blue light at the front of your home. • Share some positive police stories on social media. • If you see a police officer in person, thank them!

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SPRING COMMUNITY YARD SALE JUNE 3 - 6 As long as we remain in Phase 4 or 5 of Governor Pritzker’s Restore Illinois plan, we will continue our annual Spring Community Yard Sale. Residents are encouraged to clean up and cash in by holding household yard sales the extended weekend of Thursday, June 3rd through Sunday, June 6th. To host a yard sale, residents must complete a yard sale application and obtain a FREE permit. Permits can now be issued electronically by emailing a completed yard sale application to permits@bensenville.il.us or in person by going into Village Hall during regular hours of operation. An application is available on the Village’s website and at: tinyurl.com/2an2dzw8

Virtual Yard Sale Guide In addition to our typical yard sale flyer, we will also have a virtual yard sale guide available on the Village website to make navigating community yard sales even easier! If you wish to have your address posted on the community yard sale flyer or virtual guide, please turn in your application by June 1st. For more information, visit bensenville.il.us or call 630.350.3413.

RECEIVE COMMUNITY NOTIFICATIONS Are you interested in receiving information on things happening in our community? To receive email and/or text message notifications on things like calendar events, community jobs, and Village programs, we encourage you to subscribe to the Village’s notify me message center. This service provides a way for residents to subscribe to topics that are important to them. To subscribe, please visit the Village website and click the receive notifications icon on the home page.

COMMUNITY JOB BOARD The Village’s community job board is a great resource for both residents and businesses. It allows Bensenville businesses who are looking to hire employees to post those job opportunities free of charge and is also another outlet for residents seeking employment close to home to find a job. Visit: bensenville.il.us/Jobs

FRIENDLY REMINDERS VILLAGE WATER BILL DROP OFF BOX | A curbside drop box for utility bill payments is located on the west side of Village Hall at 12 South Center Street. Please be sure to provide your account number or other account identification information so that the payment can be applied to your account correctly.

OVERNIGHT PARKING | Overnight parking on Village streets between 2-6 am is prohibited unless parking permission is requested. Parking permission may be granted on Village streets where signs do not prohibit and vehicles must be legally parked. To avoid a ticket, submit an overnight parking request online at bensenville.il.us. Households are limited to a maximum of five (5) requests for overnight parking per month.

PARKING ON YOUR YARD IS PROHIBITED When parking on your property, please remember that parking on grass or gravel is not permitted. All parking

and driveway areas shall be paved with asphalt, concrete, or approved paver brick. For additional information, visit: bensenville.il.us or call 630.350.3413.

PLEASE PICK-UP AFTER YOUR PET | Please remember to do your part and clean up after your pet. Besides being unsightly and smelly, animal waste can be hazardous and attract unwanted pests. When walking your dog in our community, remember that it should be leashed and to immediately clean up after they do their business. Thank you for your cooperation!

NEW VIRTUAL PERMITTING | Some Village permitting can now be done virtually! To complete the required application, visit the Village website or: tinyurl. com/2an2dzw8. Then simply email the completed form to: permits@bensenville.il.us. Any questions can be directed to the Community & Economic Development Department by calling 630.350.3413.

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ADDISON TOWNSHIP OFFERS TEXTILE & ELECTRONICS RECYCLING | MAY 1 | JULY 31 | OCTOBER 30 Solicitor Safety Reminder

In addition to their electronics recycling program, Addison Township is expanding their recycling program to also collect textiles such as clothing, bedding, etc. Textile recycling will take place on the same days as electronics recycling at 411 West Potter Street, Wood Dale from 8 am – noon.

With warmer weather just around the corner, you may come across a solicitor at your front door. Please remember not to open your door for someone you do not know. If a solicitor or stranger becomes aggressive or tries to enter your home, call 911.

ACCEPTED ITEMS

Solicitors must receive a permit from the Village prior to going door to door. To help deter solicitors from knocking on your door, free NO SOLICITOR stickers are available at Village Hall. For additional information and updates, please visit the Village’s website at: Bensenville.il.us

Computers Computer Monitors Scanners Cable & Converter Boxes Portable Music Players Docking Stations Cell Phones All Clothing

Laptops Servers Televisions Printers VCR & DVD Players Video Game Consoles Satellite Receivers Electronic Keyboards Holiday String Lights Wire & Cables Adapters Power Supplies Modems Tablets Bedding Towels & Rags

All acceptable items are free of charge, excluding CRT, flat screens, projection TVs, and monitors. For prices and additional information, please visit: addisontownship.com or call 630.766.2228

Republic Services Hazardous Household Waste and Disposal Household Hazardous Waste Materials such as oil-based paint, pesticides, poisons, cleaning solvents, gasoline, motor oil and other automotive fluids are considered Household Hazardous Waste. Liquids, flammable, toxic, corrosive or reactive products cannot be included with regular refuse for disposal and must be disposed at a hazardous waste disposal site. Naperville offers household waste disposal facility located at 156 Fort Hill Drive, Naperville. The facility is open Saturday and Sunday from 9am-2pm. If you have questions about the disposal of these items, please contact the DuPage County Environmental Division at 630.407.7670.

CONTACTLESS SHREDDING EVENT | SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH The Village will host a document shredding event on Saturday, June 12th from 10 AM – noon in the Public Works Facility parking lot located at 717 E Jefferson St in Bensenville. This free event is available to all DuPage County residents. Participants may bring up to 2 banker boxes of paper for shredding, NO businesses. This will be a contactless, drive-up event, please stay in your vehicle and place documents in your trunk. All shredding occurs on-site. Please remove binders, rubber bands, plastic page protectors, plastic bags, plastic file tabs, CDs and other hard items. Staples, paper clips, and fasteners do not need to be removed.

MAILBOX INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Spring is a great time to inspect and repair your mailbox after the long winter. Below are a few helpful things you can do this spring to ensure your mailbox is working like new. • Check your post to ensure it is secure and well anchored. • To avoid damaging underground utilities when replacing a post, prior to

digging, call J.U.L.I.E. at 800.892.0123 for utility locations. • The face of your mailbox should be no closer than 6” from the curb. • The height should be 41” to 45” from the bottom of your mailbox to the ground. • Bury your post no more than 24” deep. 6

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• Mailbox numbers should be permanently

and clearly marked on your mailbox. • Be sure to replace any deteriorated

hardware, bracing, or decorative pieces. • A fresh coat of paint on metal and wood

materials can help protect your mailbox against damage caused by rain and snow. For more information, visit: usps.com

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FENTON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Dear Fenton families & valued community partners, FENTON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL | District 100 1000 West Green Street Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 2500 www.fenton100.org Mission Statement Cultivate successful, passionate learners through rigor, relevance and relationships. Board of Education Paul Wedemann | President Mary Ann Payton-Howell | Vice President Patricia Jalowiec | Secretary Leonel Figueroa Juliet Rago | Jacci Ramirez Kit Tingpalpong Administration James Ongtengco | Superintendent Jovan Lazarevic Associate Superintendent/Principal Sam Bentsen | Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Operations Bruce Martin | Chief School Business Officer Jim Batson | Director of Technology Rick Kambic | Director of Communications and Community Engagement Michelle Papanicolaou Director of Curriculum and Instruction Todd Becker Director of Activities and Athletics Thomas Kobel, Director of Building, Grounds and Transportation Eileen Roberts | Assistant Principal Pedro Castro | Dean of Students Nancy Coleman | Director of Special Education Kate Ward | Division Leader Eric Koranda | Division Leader Brian Agustin | Division Leader

We’re almost done, and in more ways than one. This extremely unusual school year is almost complete, and we are so proud of our students for facing a challenge no one has seen before. Thankfully our hybrid/in-person schedule and modified sports seasons have brought us back together as we wrap up this school year. Concurrently, the pandemic appears to be on a big decline, thanks to our many vaccination efforts and our collective commitment to safety. Below you will find numerous updates as we look forward.

Fenton’s Vaccination Efforts Due to strong relationships with vaccine distributors, most notably JewelOsco, Fenton coordinated two-dose vaccinations for approximately 2,200 local educators and municipal workers, approximately 1,500 senior citizens in our community, and 1,600 hard to reach members of our community. These lifesaving efforts bring us a bit closer to normality and, we hope, keeps all of our families intact. Thank you to all of our heroic staff members and community partners who helped operate these events.

Graduation, Prom & Senior events Class of 2021 (and all students), thank you for coping and dealing with the pandemic. We know this is not how you imagine your senior year. We are trying to do our best to have some resemblance of a normal senior year. • • • •

Senior Awards will be on May 13th in our stadium. Prom is scheduled for Friday, May 14th. Senior Brunch is tentatively scheduled on May 14th Graduation is scheduled for Sunday, May 16th in our stadium. The number of spectators will depend on health department guidance. Let’s hope for a dry day. If it rains, we will reschedule.

Dr. Sam Bentsen New Principal/Associate Superintendent of Fenton We are pleased to announce that Dr. Sam Bentsen has been appointed as Principal/ Associate Superintendent of Fenton starting July 1, 2021. He currently serves as Assistant Superintendent of Fenton and will ensure a smooth and immediate transition of leadership. Dr. Bentsen is committed to student success, equity and social justice, and safety and wellness of students, staff and the community.

Summer School & Next Year Traditional summer school and our dynamic Summer Matters programming will occur fully in-person with lunch provided. We are also planning to start our 2021-22 school year with pre-pandemic in-person classes. As you contemplate what this will be like for your family, please remember that most of our current safety precautions (including the use of face coverings) will likely continue into 2022. Fenton will vigorously monitor health department guidelines.

Go BISONS! JAMES ONGTENGCO | Superintendent

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Karissa Lara Wins SPEECH STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS in Two Events FENTON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL | District 100 1000 West Green Street Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 2500 www.fenton100.org Mission Statement Cultivate successful, passionate learners through rigor, relevance and relationships.

Congratulations to junior Karissa Lara for becoming a DOUBLE STATE CHAMPION! During the IHSA Speech State Finals in February she took first place in BOTH of her events, Informative Speaking and Poetry Reading. Karissa is Fenton’s first double state champ in speech since 1994.

“My heart is full of joy, pride and gratitude,” Karissa said. “I am beyond thankful for my speech coaches, Ms. Hendricks and Ms. Feinberg, who spent countless hours, long nights, and weekends helping me — and so many other students — find the truth behind their pieces and create passionate performances that touch the lives of others. I’m also so grateful for my parents who shower me with love, support and encouragement — and don’t mind my long Saturday afternoons.” Karissa said she has felt unheard at times in her life, but Fenton Speech Team has allowed her to speak her mind uninterrupted with supportive coaches who help her maximize the power of her voice. “My Poetry program discussed the trials and tribulations of being a woman in today’s society and the challenges that come with being a female,” Karissa said. A week before regionals, Coach Hendricks challenged Karissa with creating a new poetry selection to add to her already outstanding program. Karissa embraced the chance to elevate her approach and she carried that addition throughout the state tournament. “Intensive one-on-one coaching sessions with Karissa are always a joy because she leans into learning nuance and interpretation skills,” Coach Hendricks said. “I love collaborating with speech students on their program choices. What’s more, is that she trusts me; together, we work as a partnership. Karissa is truly an unstoppable force.” Coach Melissa Feinberg said she is proud of the “strong, capable, and dedicated person” Karissa has become. “Working with Karissa in Informative Speaking has been CBD-elightful,” Coach Feinberg said. “Her informative speech, which is about CBD (short for cannabidiol), was such a complex topic to explore. What’s wonderful about Karissa as a performer is her ability to explore and communicate this complexity in a way that makes the information easy to understand. She delivers her speech with an ease and confidence far beyond her years.” This event was yet another opportunity for Karissa to realize the potential impact her voice carries. “My Informative speech uncovered the benefits and drawbacks of CBD and how it affects our daily lives in ways we may not realize,” Karissa said. “It is such an overwhelming and powerful feeling knowing that I can make a difference doing something that I love. Being able to express myself through my voice is a gift that I will treasure throughout my life.” In total, four Fenton students competed in six events at state. Karissa was joined by Evelyn Perez (Special Occasion Speaking), Alexander Pizarro (Original Oratory), Carolina Rosas (Humorous Interpretation and Dramatic Interpretation). Coach Nicole Hendricks said each of them walked away without regrets and left it all on the stage. Junior Carolina Rosas advanced to the Day 2 final rounds in the Humorous Interpretation event and she took 6th in state. Overall, Fenton tied for seventh in state. All four students and both coaches were recognized during Fenton’s March Board of Education meeting.

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welcome! DR. SAM BENTSEN APPOINTED NEW PRINCIPAL OF FENTON HIGH SCHOOL

2 MUSICIANS QUALIFY FOR STATE

President Wedemann and the rest of the Board of Education congratulates Dr. Sam Bentsen for being appointed Fenton’s next Associate Superintendent/Principal, effective July 1. The March 17 vote to appoint Dr. Bentsen was unanimous. Dr. Bentsen is currently Fenton’s Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Operations. He was a vital leader in Fenton’s efforts to create a virtual school early in this pandemic and then institute safety precautions for Fenton’s current hybrid model. “I’m thrilled by the Board’s decision to accept our hiring committee’s recommendation,” Superintendent James Ongtengco said. “Dr. Bentsen has 20 years of school administrator experience both at the building and district levels. His strong relationships with our staff and the board, especially during this crisis, will allow him to hit the grounding running and commence his transition immediately.” Dr. Bentsen joined Fenton in 2018 from nearby DuPage High School District 88, where he oversaw Special Education programming, Disciplinary practices, Guidance programming, and Safety and Security. He also was Willowbrook High School’s assistant principal for seven years after having been their Director of Deans. Originally a social studies teacher and a head coach in three different sports, Dr. Bentsen said he is excited to be the face of Fenton High School encouraging students to pursue their passions. In his current HR role, Dr. Bentsen is already very familiar with the staff and structure of Fenton’s diverse programming.

“I am absolutely humbled by the decision to trust me with this important role in the bright future of Fenton High School. I understand that I have been appointed to lead the district through a variety of critical initiatives, including our steadfast commitment to equity and social justice,” Dr. Bentsen said.

Junior Anna Micor senior Bart Sporna were recognized during District 100’s February virtual board of education meeting. Anna qualified for the Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA) All State Band playing the Piccolo. Bart qualified for the ILMEA All State Honors Choir.

Mr. Jovan Lazarevic, Fenton’s current Associate Superintendent/Principal, accepted a position of Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction at Lake Park High School District 108. “Thank you Principal Lazarevic for your strong leadership over the years and congratulations on your new adventure,” President Wedemann said. “Dr. Bentsen provides Fenton with both stability and innovative ideas for building upon the momentum Mr. Lazarevic and Mr. Ongtengco have created.”

2021 HIGHLIGHTS YEARBOOK We may not have all been in the same place at the same time this year, but the Highlights Yearbook Club found a way to have you covered.

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Shortly before the District 1 festival in November, ILMEA named Anna as First Chair status in the piccolo category, which means she earned the highest score among all of the selected piccolo musicians. Bart was selected to the All State Choir for a second consecutive year.

The deadline to purchase was in April but the publisher says some overflow might be available on a first come, first served basis. Search Fenton High School on yearbookforever.com to check availability.

Earlier this school year Anna and Bart were among several Fenton students who were selected for the ILMEA District 1 Festival, and their same auditions were then advanced to the state level where Anna and Bart were chosen from a large pool of applicants from across Illinois.

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Congratulations to Anna, Bart, and their families for all the hard work!

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Deer Grove Leisure Center Administrative Office 1000 West Wood Street Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 7015 BvilleParks.org WhitePinesGolf.com White Pines Golf Club 500 West Jefferson Street Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 0304 Bensenville Water Park & Splash Pad 1100 West Wood Street Bensenville, Illinois 60106 630 766 SWIM (7946) Fischer Farm 16W680 Grand Avenue Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 834 3152 Board of Commissioners Rich Johnson | President Val Karg | Vice President Greg Linder | Treasurer Jim Geils | Secretary Nancy Gibbs | Commissioner Executive Director Joseph C. Vallez

This summer is gearing up for the Bensenville Park District to be one for the history books. With the unimaginable happening last summer, camps not running, our water park not opening, and a plethora of other staple activities going virtual, we could not be more excited for this summer. Here we overview some of our exciting summer offerings but for a complete guide check out our Summer Program Guide. Don’t have one? Visit BvilleParks.org or stop in at the DGLC to pick up a copy.

WATER PARK Opening day is just around the corner on Memorial Day and we cannot be more excited. Things at our Water Park will look a bit different this year to keep everyone safe, but it’s still going to be a blast. This year there will be 2 different reservable time slots per day, 12-3pm and 4-7pm. Admission will be $10 per person per timeslot. And because our residents deserve it, they have the opportunity to purchase a 10-pass card for only $50. The Bensenville Water Park offers a full lineup of swim lessons for youth of all ages and abilities. Our swim instructors will get your kiddos swimming like a fish in no time. For a full lineup of lessons, check out page 10 in our Summer Program Guide. We will also be hosting our ever popular Decorate the Deck event on 6/12 and 6/26, where we provide the chalk and the pool deck is your canvas. To stay up-to-date on all things splashtastic, visit us at BvilleParks.org/Water Park.

SUMMER CAMPS We are excited to once again be offering our lineup of UNDER THE SUN summer camps. Camps will look a bit different to keep everyone as safe as possible, as we adhere to all IDPH and CDC guidelines, but we know we’ll still have a blast. During each exciting day, campers will participate in a wide variety of engaging games, projects, crafts, and of course, daily swim time at the water park. Visit BvilleParks.org/Programs/Camps for details on each camp we offer. Time is almost up, so don’t miss out, on our early bird discount. Register by 6 pm Friday, May 7 and save $10 off each full session (10 days). You may also take advantage of our multiple child discount during this time.

PROGRAMMING After a long break from in-person programming it feels good to once again be offering a full lineup of it. While class sizes are smaller and curriculums have been modified to promote social distancing and other safety measures, our Summer Program Guide is packed with programming for those of all ages and interests. From dance to art to paddle boat tours, we have something for you to enjoy this summer. Be sure to check out our Summer Program Guide, if you haven’t already, to find something new to experience this summer.

TINY TOT PRESCHOOL Tiny Tot preschool resumes in-person this upcoming August, and we cannot be more excited. Our curriculum, based on Illinois Early Learning Standards, emphasizes self-discovery, teamwork, and independent thinking. Children are introduced to Language Arts, Literacy, Math, Social Studies, Science and Nature Exploration through a variety of learning centers and hands-on activities. Spaces are limited and filling quickly, so get your tiny tots signed up early. 10

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WHITE PINES GOLF CLUB

Lessons. Lessons and Lessons. White Pines Golf Club is the place to be this summer. New to golf, no worries. Our Head Golf Professional, Andrew, has 10 years of coaching experience with all skill levels from collegiate players to students and adults just picking up a club for the first time. We have a variety of lessons to choose from; everything from beginner lessons to advance lessons. No matter what your age is or skill level, we are here to improve your golf experience. Check out our lineup of lessons at WhitePinesGolf.com Aside from lessons, we are excited to announce everyday resident rates this year. Because we love our residents all you need to do to get your rate is visit WhitePinesGolf.com/Residents 24 hours prior to your tee time, fill out that form and boom, you’re all set. It’s that easy. A lot of work has been going into our driving range and the grass is growing in nicely, meaning it will soon be opening! Stay posted to our website for more info.

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SCHOOL DISTRICT 2 FULL-DAY, FOUR-DAY

District 2 expands in-person instruction through end of school year. BENSENVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT 2 210 South Church Road Bensenville | Illinois 60106 www.bsd2.org 630 766 5940 Board of Education Robert F. “Bob” Laudadio | President Katie Krajecki | Vice President Christian Constante | Secretary Alex Stitgen | Treasurer Dr. Chris McCullough James Stoltman Susan Vitellaro Administration Dr. James Stelter Superintendent Dr. Kay Dugan Assistant Superintendent for Learning Paul Novack Chief Financial Officer Juliann Greene Director of Special Education Missy Baglarz Director of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Edgar Palacios Director of English Learners DIRECTORY OF SCHOOLS Blackhawk Middle School 630 766 2601 Dr. Perry Finch | Co-Principal Anne Paonessa | Co-Principal Nicole Mrowice | Assistant Principal W.A. Johnson School 630 766 2605 Carlos Patiño | Co-Principal Michelle Shabaker | Assistant Principal Tioga School 630 766 2602 Jeffrey Kersten Co-Principal Lizzeth Fausto Assistant Principal

District 2 began offering four full days of in-person instruction each week on April 27. Prior to implementing its Four-Day, Full-Day plan, the District allowed parents to revisit their choice between in-person and remote instruction, 57 percent chose in-person attendance. Under the Full-Day, Four-Day plan, the traditional daily schedule is followed from Tuesday through Friday. Mondays remain remote learning days for all students. This transition will prepare the District to fully reopen five days a week to start the 2021-2022 school year.

IN-PERSON NEED-TO-KNOW INFO Students attending school in person receive a full day of in-person instruction four days a week. Students are with the same classmates and mostly remain in the same classroom throughout the day. Buses transport students to and from school, with no more than 50 students on any bus. Lunch is served on site, and -- at the end of the day -- students are sent home with grab-and-go breakfasts to eat before coming to school the next morning. Social distancing measures -- though slightly reduced -- remain in place. Students and staff are still required to wear face coverings while indoors, and must continue to self-certify their health before entering the building each morning.

REMOTE NEED-TO-KNOW INFO Lunch periods and schedules for elementary specials and middle school Encore classes shifted, but most of the school day remained unchanged for students who opted to continue remote instruction.

FINANCIAL RELIEF

District 2 will not collect registration fees for the 2021-2022 school year. The BSD2 Board of Education voted to eliminate the registration fees for the coming year to provide financial relief for its families, many of which have faced economic hardships throughout the pandemic. Most districts charge registration fees, often $100 or more. For many years, District 2’s registration fees were $40 for elementary students and $44 for middle school students. (Middle school students will still be charged fees for agendas, lanyards, IDs, gym suits, and calculators.) The District historically collects about $30,000 in registration fees. However, it also grants fee waivers to students who qualify for free and reduced-price meals, which amount to about 50 percent of the District’s student population. For the past seven years, the District has also provided classroom supplies for all students at an annual cost of about $80,000 to the District. It will continue to do so for the 2021-2022 school year.

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EMPLOYING BENSENVILLE

D2...a great place to work!

Need a job? We put BSD2 residents to work! You don’t have to be a teacher to work for District 2. As the largest employer in town, District 2 employs more than 400 people and offers a variety of employment opportunities, many of which may interest Bensenville residents in need of work. Roughly a quarter of our employees call Bensenville home. Many of them are parents who work in the same schools their children attend and their property taxes fund. So if you’re looking for work, don’t forget to look in Bensenville School District 2. Here are some of the jobs currently available. For a complete list of employment opportunities, visit bsd2.org/Employment. SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS | Are you a teacher or college graduate? District 2 is hiring substitute teachers for the 2021-2022 school year! If you have a bachelor’s degree in any subject, you are eligible to earn up to $140 per day at a nationally recognized school district, and receive paid training before your first day of teaching! Substitute teaching is a great way to make connections, build your resume, and even continue your job search while working in a rewarding and flexible environment. For more information, call Bensenville School District 2 at 630.766.5940, or apply online at bsd2.org/Employment. BUS DRIVERS | District 2 offers its bus drivers a starting wage of $21 per hour, as well as safety and attendance bonuses, paid training, 10 sick days, and an IMRF pension. Work available includes daily routes, field trips, late buses and even summer programs. Bus drivers must be 21 years of age, have a valid Illinois driver’s license for three years or more with no breaks or suspensions, and be CDL Class B licensed and school bus permitted. For more information, contact Claire Cooper, BSD2 Transportation Director, at 630.766.5940 ext. 1114, or ccooper@bsd2.org, or apply online at bsd2.org/Employment. LUNCH & RECESS SUPERVISORS | Our lunch and recess supervisors organize students into orderly lines for entering the lunch room, and monitor their behavior while they eat and play at recess, assisting younger students when necessary. Pay starts at $13.46 per hour, and working hours are 8 – 8:45 am and 11:05 am – 1:20 pm, making it a perfect position for those seeking part-time employment while their kids are at school. For more information, call Bensenville School District 2 at 630.766.5940, or apply online at bsd2.org/Employment. CROSSING GUARDS | Our crossing guards must be dependable and mature individuals who have the ability to exercise caution and safety while supervising the safety of children. Crossing guards must also be able to walk, stand, and be exposed to all types of weather conditions. Pay starts at $13.46 per hour, and working hours are 7 – 7:50 am and 2:55 – 3:40 pm at Blackhawk Middle School, and 8 – 8:35 am and 3:20 – 4 pm at Tioga and W.A. Johnson Schools.

BENSENVILLE RESIDENTS & BSD2 EMPLOYEES ROW 1 – LEFT TO RIGHT

Silvia Acuna, lunch supervisor, 21st Century Grant Programming Director, | Dina Ramirez, Sodexo food services staff member | Zeniha Selimovski, breakfast/lunch supervisor, crossing guard. ROW 2 – LEFT TO RIGHT

Blanca Medina, Sodexo food services staff member | Marta Santiago, ABM custodian | Erika Santiago, ABM custodian. ROW 3 – LEFT TO RIGHT

Felix Rivera, school bus driver | Baudelio Vizcarra, school bus driver | Kim Glomp, substitute teacher.

For more information, call Bensenville School District 2 at 630.766.5940, or apply online at bsd2.org/Employment. CUSTODIANS | ABM Industries, Inc., has provided facility services for Bensenville School District 2 since 2000, and is seeking custodians for BSD2 schools. Permanent, full-time positions are available with competitive salary and bonus opportunities, extensive benefits packages, and training, development and advancement opportunities. For more information, or to apply, call 917.319.5370, or visit bsd2.org/custodians. FOOD SERVICE | District 2’s food and nutrition services are provided by Sodexo, which is fully staffed through the end of the 2020-2021 school year, but will be hiring for a variety of positions this summer as District 2 prepares to fully reopen five days a week to start the 2021-2022 school year. For more information, or to apply, contact Tanya Barrett, Sodexo’s BSD2 Food Services Manager, at 630.766.2601 ext. 2159 or foodservice@bsd2.org, or visit bsd2.org/food.

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#THANKATEACHER

May 3-7 is National Teacher Appreciation Week. This is a time when school districts across the country extend a well-deserved thank you to those whose lives are dedicated to teaching the children in their communities.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

BSD2 Board approves official 2021-2022 school calendar The District 2 Board of Education approved the official 2021-2022 school calendar earlier this school year. Key dates are as follows: BEGINNING OF THE SCHOOL YEAR: Classes will begin on Wednesday, August 18. District and Teacher Institute Days are scheduled for Monday and Tuesday, August 16 and 17. THANKSGIVING: Thanksgiving will be celebrated on Thursday, November 25. There will be no school that week, but Teacher Institute Days are scheduled on Monday and Tuesday, November 22 and 23. WINTER BREAK: There will be no school from Monday, December 20 through Friday, December 31, with classes reconvening on Monday, January 3. SPRING BREAK: There will be no school Monday, March 28 through Friday, April 1, with schools reopening Tuesday, April 4. END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR: The last day of school will be Friday, May 27, unless emergency days are needed. To view the 2021-2022 BSD2 Calendars, visit bsd2.org/calendars.

• Thank you bus drivers for safely transporting our students to and from school, and for joining with our lunch and recess supervisors to disperse into our neighborhoods to distribute much-needed food to our families each week. • Thank you food service staff for continuing to provide those nutritious and delicious meals for our students, ensuring they weren’t hungry no matter the economic challenges their families faced during this pandemic.. • Thank you custodians and maintenance workers for your diligent work to protect us from COVID by providing us safe and clean environments for teaching and learning. • Thank you tech staff for equipping our students, teachers and staff with the tools they need to succeed, no matter where their classrooms and offices might have been this year.

In recognition of this occasion – and the unique challenges this school year presented – please join us in expressing our deepest gratitude and sincerest appreciation to not only our outstanding teachers, but to all of our staff members. • Thank you teachers and instructional assistants for the lasting contributions you made to your students’ future each and every day, both in person and in your online classrooms. • Thank you principals and administrators for your leadership and commitment to working with our staff, students, and parents to promote and improve teaching and learning throughout this trying time. • Thank you secretaries and clerical assistants for your continued work on the frontlines, serving as the faces of our schools and the hubs of information and communication in our offices. • Thank you nurses, therapists, psychologists, and social workers for promoting health and wellness throughout our schools and community during this pandemic.

Thank you EVERYONE for providing your specialized expertise to the District. Each of you plays a vitally important role in the fulfillment of our mission to maximize the unique potential of each child by honoring a natural curiosity and igniting a desire to learn. May each of you have a fulfilling and refreshing summer—one that prepares you for what promises to be a wonderful 2021-22 school year.

NOURISHING OUR NEIGHBORS

District 2 and Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry work together to feed families. Their partnership formed seven years ago, when the two began working together to make monthly Food for Families mobile pantries available at local schools. District 2 shared leftover food from these events with the pantry, and provided the pantry a box truck to use to pick up food donations, and the Pantry filled in and provided food for these events in rare instances when the Northern Illinois Food Bank was unable to do so. Both entities promoted each other’s efforts to their clients, making certain more families in need were aware of local resources and services available to them.

The grants have also allowed the Pantry to redesign its website, bwdfp.org, and begin using it to collect Paypal donations. “We have really been able to come together to do some meaningful work,” said Schwarz. “We’ve definitely developed synergy.”

Since the start of Food for Families, District 2 has also stepped into leadership roles within the Pantry’s organizational structure. Dr. Jim Stelter, BSD2 Superintendent of Schools, has served as its president; Lara Schwarz, BSD2 Community Liaison, as its vice president; and Paul Novack, BSD2 Chief Financial Officer, as its treasurer. In partnership with the Pantry’s longtime, dedicated volunteers, they led the Pantry to become a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization. This allowed the pantry to secure more than $75,000 in grants it wouldn’t have qualified for when it was solely a branch of Faith Community United Church of Christ. Those grants have allowed the Pantry to purchase a walk-in freezer and walk-in cooler, which, in turn, has allowed the Pantry to expand its offerings to its clients.

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The Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry is open from 8:30-11 am on Saturdays, and is located at 192 S. Center Street in Bensenville, in the basement of Faith Community United Church of Christ. It is committed to providing nutritious food and timely services to nourish and sustain, and it strives to have fresh produce, dairy, proteins, and a wide selection of grocery items available to its visitors. At the Pantry, visitors can select the food that best suits their family’s needs.To be eligible to shop the Pantry, visitors must show proof of residency in the Bensenville, North Elmhurst, or Wood Dale area. State driver licenses and IDs, military IDs, leases, and utility bills are accepted as proof of residency. All eligible visitors can use the food pantry twice a month. |

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BCPL Tuesday Tales: Virtual Storytime, 10:30am Zoom BCPL Mother’s Day Craft, 6:30pm Zoom CDC Meeting, 6:30pm (See Village

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BCPL Alex Kotlowitz Virtual Author Visit, 7pm Zoom BCPL Thursday Night Book Club, 7pm Zoom

BCPL Polish Storytime, 10:30am Facebook BPD Early-bird discount deadline for summer camps

Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry, 8:30-11am BPD Tap Take Over, 1-3pm, White Pines Golf Course

Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry, 8:30-11am BCPL Take & Make Kits for Kids, 9:00am Electronics Recycling: 8am-Noon Addison Township Highway Dept.

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BCPL Preschool Art Club, 10:30am Zoom BCPL Teen Craft: Kaleidoscope, 4pm Zoom BCPL Genealogy Discussion Group, 7pm Zoom

BCPL Take & Make: Ceramic Boot Painting, 7pm Zoom

BCPL Caregiver Tips, 10:30am Facebook FHS Prom, time TBD

Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry, 8:30-11am BCPL Outdoor Book & Plant Sale, 9am

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BCPL Tuesday Tales: Virtual Storytime, 10:30am Zoom BCPL Family Night: Sleepy Star Mobile, 6:30pm Zoom

BCPL Music Time, 10:30am Zoom BCPL Bullet Journaling, 7pm Zoom BSD2 Board of Education meeting, 7pm, EAC BPD Board Meeting, 6pm, DGLC Board of Education Meeting, 7pm

BCPL STEAM Club, 4pm Zoom BCPL UFOs and the Social Response, 7pm Zoom BSD2 BMS Eighth Grade Promotion, further details TBA

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The Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry is open from 8:30-11 am on Saturdays and is located at 192 S. Center Street, in the basement of Faith Community United Church of Christ.

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BSD2 Summer School, 8-11:30am M-F, Johnson through June 22 BSD2 JumpStart (Session 1), 8-11:30am, M-F, Blackhawk BSD2 STEM Camp (Grades 3-4), M-F, 8-11:30am Blackhawk and noon-2pm remote BPD Committee Meeting, 5:30pm, DGLC

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Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry, 8:30-11am Contactless Shredding Event 10am-Noon, Bensenville Public Works Dept. BPD Tap Take Over, 1-3pm, White Pines Golf Course BPD Decorate the Deck, 1-2pm, 4-5pm, Water Park

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