Let's Connect

District 44's Community Newspaper

Welcome to Let’s Connect, our official District 44 newspaper dedicated to celebrating student and staff success, sharing updates, and strengthening the connection between our schools, families, and community.

Each edition highlights the people, programs, and progress that make our district an exceptional place to learn and grow. Whether it’s showcasing classroom innovations, spotlighting student voices, or providing behind-the-scenes stories from across our schools, Let’s Connect helps keep you informed and inspired.

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Explore our recent stories and stay connected with what’s happening in District 44.

September 2025

Edition 4

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Family & Student Participation Opportunities

September 2025 edition

Breaking Bread – Recipe Contest: Submit family recipes to be featured. Email submissions to newspaper@sd44.org
Forever Young Contest: For the next edition, students submit karaoke videos to newspaper@sd44.org; top entries go head-to-head in the paper.
STEAM Challenge: Try the monthly challenge at home for a chance to win prizes. Students submit their video or pics to newspaper@sd44.org
Family Photo Challenge: Find the Lombard location, take a photo, and email it to newspaper@sd44.org for a chance to win!
Let’s Make Cents Together: Complete the challenge (primary, intermediate, or advanced) and turn it in via digital form or school newspaper mailbox for a chance to win!
Community Poll: Participate in our community poll related to Chicago sports! Scan the QR code in the paper to participate.
Kindness Korner: Submit acts of kindness anytime (QR code stays live all year; Google Form link).