York High School was represented by four students at the SkillsUSA national competition held this summer in Louisville, KY. Results are as follows: Mike Falco - 6th in Collision Repair Technology; Matt Shepherd - 11th in Screen Printing; Joey Gemini - 12th in Technical Drafting; and Jeremy Olson - 24th in Automotive Service Technology. They were coached by York Industrial Technology teacher Ron Robak.

Falco, a '17 grad, took first place at State, both his junior and senior year and took 6th nationally both last year and this, resulting in a full-ride scholarship to Universal Technical Institute in Lisle, IL.

Is there a new family in your neighborhood? Please let them know that families should enroll new students at the District 205 Center. Information about documentation needed for enrolling students can be found on the New Student Enrollment page.

District 205 Center (162 S. York) (walk-in and residency)
 

1:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday, July 19

Tuesday, July 25

Thursday, July 27

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM 

Wednesday, July 26

Grades 9-12:
York High School (by appointment, call 630-617-2487)
 

Pre-K: 
Madison Early Childhood Center (by appointment, call 630-617-2385)

Evening enrollment hours will be held on August 1 and August 7 from 4 to 8 PM at the District 205 Center and at Conrad Fischer Elementary, 888 N. Wilson, during those same dates and times (for students attending Fischer only).

Elmhurst District 205 is thrilled to welcome Dr. Bill Daggett of the International Center for Leadership in Education to the community on Monday, August 14. In the afternoon, Dr. Daggett will be the keynote speaker at our opening faculty meeting. That evening, we cordially invite all local parents, community members, school board members, business and community leaders, legislators, and area educators to share with us a unique and exciting opportunity to experience his important message first hand. The festivities begin at 7:00 p.m. in the York High School Commons.
 

Dr. Daggett will discuss the concepts of rigor, relevance and relationships and share some important concepts about his organization's Rigor and Relevance Framework. Most importantly, attendees will be challenged to think about the role of public education as it relates to this country's future and the world economy.  I predict that if you are able to join us, you will never think about "school" the same way again.
 

Clear your calendars now!  I hope to see you then!
 

Dr. David Moyer
Superintendent

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Dr. Bill Daggett is the Founder and Chairman of the International Center for Leadership in Education. He has collaborated with education ministries in several countries, the Council of Chief State School Officers, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and the National Governors Association. Dr. Daggett’s System for Effective Instruction and Rigor and Relevance Framework have helped thousands of school districts throughout the country improve learning for students.

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York Community High School has named a total of 1,945 students to the second semester honor roll for the 2016-17 school year, based on their exemplary academic performance.

Students achieving a 3.5 or higher are recognized with High Honors and students achieving 3.0 – 3.4999 grade point average are recognized with Honors.

Congratulations!

The following is important information about completing student registration at York High School. Each student must complete the following steps to successfully register for the start of school:

1. Complete Residency Verification
2. Complete InfoSnap (District 205 online registration)
3. Buy textbooks, Chromebooks, & pay fees
4. Attend Book sales and pick-up student information.

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1. Residency Verification
   Parents/guardians of all incoming 9th graders (and any York student who does not have a current lease on file) must provide documents to the high school to verify residency. Click here for the list of valid documents.
    

2. InfoSnap (District 205 online registration)
   Parents must begin the registration process by going online and updating their student’s information using the District 205 registration website:  www.elmhurst205.org/InfoSnap. At the beginning of May, InfoSnap emails (or letters if there is no email address on file) were sent to all families. Please note that families must complete InfoSnap prior to proceeding with the high school registration process.
   
   For families without Internet access, computers will be available to complete InfoSnap during book sales in August. Families with questions regarding the online registration process may call 630-617-2458.
    

3. Textbooks, Chromebooks & Fees
   Textbook list for the upcoming school year is now available on our Bookstore website. The list can be found under the textbook tab. Please be aware that we are currently working to convert several texts to digital formats which will be accessed by students on their Chromebooks. Book prices will be available in July.  
   
   All incoming freshman as well as new students to District 205 will be required to purchase a Chromebook for $300.00 during booksales through the bookstore.  Families can not transfer a used Chromebook to a younger sibling.  
    

4. Book Sales and Student Information Pick-Up
   The final step of the registration process requires York students to purchase textbooks and Chromebooks, pay fees, take a yearbook photo, and pick up handbooks, IDs, and student schedules.  This process is completed in person during the hours listed below.  Please note: families on vacation during book sales can purchase books and complete the York registration process in the Bookstore beginning August 15.  Make-up yearbook photos will be taken on September 13 and 14.

*Underclassmen may buy books on the same day and time as an older sibling.
 

Bookstore Hours for week of August 14
 

Beck’s Book Store Pre-Pack Option
Beck’s Book Store will be running the day to day operations of the York Bookstore and will again offer the Pre-Pack option to speed up the book sale process.  Pre Pack allows families to pre-order textbooks and pick them up during book sales. Beck’s “Search by ID” function will allow families to access a student-specific list of textbook titles and required course fees. Families interested in the pre pack option can visitwww.YorkHighSchoolBookstore.com.  Site will be ready for orders in early July, and all orders must be placed by July 24th, 2017. Express orders will be bundled and ready for pick up on the dates designated above.  Books and course fees will be paid on the day the books are picked up.
 

Paying for Textbooks, Chromebooks and Fees
Textbooks, Chromebooks, fees and yearbooks can all be purchased in one transaction per student with cash, check, or credit card (MasterCard, Discover or Visa). Families with multiple students, will have to bring multiple checks.
 

Financial Assistance Information
There are several options available for families in need of financial assistance:

• District Financial Assistance for Student Fees and Books – Families that meet guidelines established by the District can receive assistance with fees, Chromebook and book costs.  To receive assistance, the Request for Financial Assistance form must be completed and returned to the District Office with the required supporting documentation. After July 1 these forms can be found on the District 205 registration website or in the York Principal’s Office.  
• Free and Reduced Lunch – Families that meet the federal guidelines are entitled to free or reduced lunch.  To receive assistance, the Free and Reduced Lunch form must be completed and returned to the District Office. The form will be available after July 1 on the District 205 registration website or in the York Principals’ Office.

Additional information about the York Registration process:
 

Yearbook Photos
All 9th, 10th and 11th graders will have a yearbook picture taken during book sales. Students should dress appropriately.  Make-up dates are September 13 and 14 in the Commons.
 

Student IDs
Each student will receive an ID during registration which must be worn by the student at all times. The ID also serves as an activity pass. This pass may be used for entry into regular season home athletic events, concerts, plays, and to participate in intramural activities and clubs. Student IDs are also required to ride the bus and enter the cafeteria.
 

Student Schedules
All students will receive their schedules during book sales on August 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11.
 

Physicals
Incoming freshmen, transfer students and athletes must have current physicals. Forms are available on the York website and at www.elmhurst205.org. An athletic physical does not meet the requirements for a Freshman Physical.  
 

Due to a change in the State’s immunizations requirements, all seniors must provide proof of two doses of the meningococcal conjugate vaccine to the high school by the start of the 2017-2018 school year.
 

Food Service Plan
A staff member from York Food Services will be available during book sales to assist families and provide information regarding our food service options.
 

Supporting Parent Organizations
Parents that are interested in supporting school organizations or volunteering for various opportunities may click here to support these organizations: PTSA, Booster organizations, and the District 205 Foundation.
 

Senior Off-Campus Privileges
Information about senior privileges will be available at York registration and throughout the year.  
 

Enjoy your summer!

Drew McGuire

As we welcome your child to York High School in the fall, we want to take this opportunity to explain the health requirements for incoming freshman students.  Illinois State law requires that all incoming freshmen have an updated physical examination and proof of receiving all required immunizations on file. The physical examination must be on either the state-approved certificate of health form; the approved form provided by some physicians’ offices; or on the form found on the district website, www.elmhurst205.org. Please note that the IHSA Sports Physical form is not acceptable for entry into 9th grade.

In order for your child to be in compliance with the physical examination and immunization requirements, the following MUST be completed as directed:
● All required immunizations must be documented on the front or first page of the form. The immunization chart must be filled in with correct dates and signed and dated by a physician, RN, or Medical Assistant.
● The child’s Health History questions (yes/no questions at the top of the second page) must be completed, signed, and dated by the parent/guardian.
● The Physical Examination is to be completed, signed, and dated by the physician. Please make sure that the physician has checked the boxes at the bottom of this page indicating whether or not your child can participate in physical education and interscholastic sports.

Please note: Incomplete examination forms and incomplete immunization records will be returned to you for completion. Your child will not be compliant with Illinois State Law until the necessary documentation is on file. The completed physical form must be on file in the York Health Services Office by the 1st day of school. Students who do not have a completed 9th grade physical and immunization record on file by the first day of school, will be placed on a list for possible exclusion. District 205 will exclude students from school according to state law, at the minimum date set forth by the Illinois State Board of Education. Once the student is excluded, the student will not be allowed to attend school, or participate in or attend any school functions, including athletic or extracurricular activities, until the required physical examination and immunization documentation is received in the Health Services Office.

Please submit completed physicals to the York High School Health Services Office. They may be mailed, brought into the Health Services Office, or faxed only to (630)-782-6594. During summer break, health records can be turned in at the York Main Office. Do not turn the form in to summer school staff, counselors, hall monitors or coaches. Please keep a copy for your records.

Students who do not have access to a health care provider may contact the DuPage County All Kids Program at (630)-782-7400.

If you have any questions please call the Health Services Office at (630)-617-2438.

Pat Hatz, RN, MSN, IL/NCSN

Athanasia Nassopoulos, RN, BSN, PEL-SN
MaryAnn Patti, Secretary