West Aurora School District 129

COMMEMORATING NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY

Juneteenth, which is celebrated each year on June 19, officially became a holiday in Illinois starting in 2022. Its purpose is to commemorate the effective end of slavery in the United States. It marks the day in 1865 when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, to announce that the state's enslaved people were finally free—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. In alignment with state agencies and schools, all SD129 buildings will be closed on Friday in observance of the holiday.

We are redesigning our website, and your feedback matters! 🌐 Please take a few minutes to complete our stakeholder survey and help us create a better online experience for students, families, staff, and our community.

The survey closes Wednesday, June 24. Share your input today: www.sd129.org/stakeholder-survey

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE - ONE STUDENT AT A TIME!

School District 129 is hiring paraprofessionals to support students as they learn, grow, and reach their full potential. If you're looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference every day, we'd love to meet you.

Why join our team?
• Competitive pay: $17.79–$20.33 per hour based on education and experience
• Excellent benefits, including insurance, retirement, and paid time off
• Quarterly stipends of $250 or $500 for those working with preschool students or students with severe needs
• A rewarding opportunity to support the next generation

Requirements:
Must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Additional education or testing requirements may apply. Call to learn more!

Interested? Attend our hiring event in July!
Email [email protected] or call (630) 301-5023 to learn more.

Make an impact. Build connections. Help students succeed.

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BUILDING PARTNERSHIPS THAT SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY 🤝🏫

This week, School District 129 hosted the 2nd Annual West Aurora Public Service Breakfast, welcoming public officials from the local, state, and federal levels.

This event strengthens the connection between the district and the elected officials who serve the residents within our boundaries. District leaders shared updates on teaching 📚, operations 🏫, and future opportunities to collaborate 🤝, while celebrating the vital partnerships that support our school community. 🌟

Summer Drivers Education students at West Aurora High School got an important lesson in rail safety today from Operation Lifesaver, a nonprofit leader in railroad safety education. 🚗🚦🚆

The presentation helped empower new drivers with the knowledge they need to make safe choices around railroad tracks and trains. Thank you to Operation Lifesaver for helping our students build safe driving habits from the start. 👏

What an incredible opportunity for our WAHS choir students—check out this post to see highlights from their unforgettable New York City experience!

ORGANICLIFE IS HIRING!

🍽️ Looking for a job that keeps you connected to your community AND includes nights, weekends, and holidays off?

OrganicLife is now hiring for the 2026–27 school year in West Aurora School District 129 schools!

Positions are available across the district’s 18 schools, including:

✅ Foodservice Workers
✅ Stockpersons
✅ Drivers
✅ Dishwashers

Full-time, part-time, and floater positions are available. No experience is needed — training will be provided!

To learn more or request an application, email Mary Vodicka at [email protected] and George Gurley at [email protected] in the same email.

Questions? Please contact OrganicLife directly using the emails above.

A CARD THAT GIVES BACK

Consumers Credit Union recently presented School District 129 with a check for $7,279, generated through purchases made using the West Aurora Affinity Card. Yvonne Irving, Vice President of Business and Community Outreach for Consumers Credit Union, presented the donation to Dr. Angie Smith, Associate Superintendent of Operations. Funds from the Affinity Card program help support student programs and opportunities across the district. Thank you to Consumers Credit Union and all cardholders for making a difference with every swipe.

📣 A great start begins early!
Do you—or someone you know—have a little learner under the age of 5?

🎒 School District 129’s preschool program helps children build the skills they need for school success.

✅ FREE preschool led by certified School District 129 staff
✅ Free meal/snack included
✅ Screening appointments available July 20, and July 21

📞 Call the Early Learning Academy at 630-301-5016 to schedule an appointment.

Summer projects are in full swing across the district! 🛠️

These improvements support safety, facility upkeep, and student success, from drainage work at Herget and tuckpointing at Freeman to plumbing updates at Schneider, Smith, and Nicholson.

At West High, work has begun to update the original 1953 bleachers and replace the blue field house flooring with a new track surface and turf area for physical education, athletics, and activities. Transportation facility work is also underway, with solar canopies being installed to protect buses from the elements while helping reduce electricity costs. ☀️🚌

We’ll continue sharing updates as these projects move forward!