District News

Two new podcasts – one by students and the other by administrators – tell the behind-the-scenes story of the people and programs of York High School.

The inaugural DukeCast premiered in September, York High School’s new podcast, which tells the story of the people and programs at York. “You can drive to work and listen to what’s going on at York High School,” said Principal Dr. Shahe Bagdasarian.

Families and community members are invited to Open Houses at both Emerson and Edison Elementary Schools to view the renovation work completed in the last year. We are proud of the work done, grateful to the community for supporting these initiatives, and invite you to share in our excitement. Parents, students, alums, neighbors, and community members are invited! You can take a self-guided tour and hear from students about their new, updated classrooms and future-ready spaces that are more conducive to student learning.

Emerson Open House - October 16 - 10 a.m.- noon
Edison Open House - October 23 - 10 a.m.- noon 

The York Distinguished Alumni Program (YDAP) announces its honorees for 2021. These “Dukes of Distinction” are exemplary alumni who have made significant and/or extraordinary accomplishments, service, and an outstanding contribution to society. In 2013, Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 launched the York Distinguished Alumni Program. “These exemplary alumni are wonderful role models and mentors for our students and help raise the expectations of all of our students,” said Superintendent Dr. Keisha Campbell. 

This year’s “Dukes of Distinction” will be held on Thursday, Nov. 4, beginning with a reception at 6:30 p.m., followed by a recognition program at 7 p.m. in the York Commons. The event is free and open to the public. The following day, the honored Dukes will visit classrooms and talk with students in both large and small group settings.

Registration for 2022-23 kindergarten begins October 11! District 205 is fortunate to offer several options for kindergarten: traditional half-day, dual language, and all-day kindergarten. To accommodate interest in all of our kindergarten programs, D205 will be holding kindergarten registration October 11-22, 2021.

We have a virtual information session scheduled on Thursday, October 7 at 6 PM via Zoom.

For more information about kindergarten registration, visit: https://www.elmhurst205.org/dist.../kindergartenregistration

The Communications Department at Elmhurst School District 205, was recognized for exceptional communication efforts by the Illinois Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (INSPRA). 

Our engineers and contractors have devised a plan where no construction traffic will be allowed to enter or leave the York High School property during the times of 7:30-9 am and 2:45-3:30. This is being done to avoid the high traffic volume times around York HS. Additionally, we will restrict construction traffic during Wednesday's “late start” days.

Earlier today, Governor Pritzker issued an Executive Order that requires that masks be worn indoors by all teachers, staff, students, and visitors to P-12 schools, regardless of vaccination status. Exemptions are allowed for students with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

Together, we will open the school year on August 18th. We are excited to continue with five, full days of instruction for all students. We also continue to encourage our shared responsibility to foster a climate of respect and acceptance for all perspectives. We will continue to provide our community with updates regarding the status of our Fall 2021 Plan.