Important message from District 88: Preparing for the 2025-26 school year

Pictured above is District 88 Superintendent Dr. Jean Barbanente.

Dear District 88 families,

We are thrilled to begin the 2025-26 school year and welcome you back to the buildings! We can’t wait to see all of the successes our students will accomplish this year, and we look forward to working together to build their futures.

As we plan for the first day of school on Aug. 14, we would like to share the information/reminders below.

• Welcome letter: District 88 Superintendent Dr. Jean Barbanente shares important updates, including details about our Strategic Plan, areas of focus for the upcoming year and more. CLICK HERE to view Dr. Barbanente’s letter.
  
  
• District 88 Handbook: This document is a summary of the district's rules and expectations. To view the handbook, go to dupage88.net/Handbook.
  
  
• Material pickup: It’s time to start planning for material pickup day and making sure you’ve completed the registration process for your child. For registration information, including material pickup day details, go to dupage88.net/Registration. 

Feel free to contact us with any questions. Thank you!

With District 88 Pride,
Jean Barbanente, Ed.D.
District 88 Superintendent