Dear Diamond Lake Families,

Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent-Teacher Conferences are just around the corner and will take place on November 23rd. Sign-up information will be sent through ParentSquare on Monday, November 9, 2026 from your child’s classroom teacher.

How to Sign Up Using ParentSquare:

1. Log in to your ParentSquare account (via the app or website).

2. Open the message from your child’s teacher about conferences.

3. Click the provided sign-up link.

4. Select your preferred conference time. Please make sure to indicate if you will need translation and whether you will be attending in person or virtually.

5. Confirm your selection.
   
   

You will receive a confirmation once your time is scheduled.

Students are invited and encouraged to attend conferences with you! We look forward to sharing the progress students have made so far and discussing our goals as we head toward the end of the school year.

If you have any questions or need assistance with ParentSquare, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are happy to help!

🚌 Bus Expectations Reminder

We appreciate your help in reinforcing safe bus expectations with our Cubs! Please take a few minutes to remind your child that eating and drinking are not allowed on the bus, everyone needs to remain seated for the entire ride, and hands and feet should stay to themselves. These simple reminders help keep all students safe and make the bus ride a positive experience for everyone. Thank you for partnering with us to keep our Cubs safe!

Attendance Update

Although we did not meet the goal we were so close. What a great week of learning. We will continue to work towards a day of 100% attendance and we will celebrate BIG on that day. I know we can do it! 

This week's attendance:

Monday- 98%

Tuesday- 96% 

Wednesday- 94% 

Thursday- 93%

Friday- 93%

💙 Thank You, DLS Families and I hope to see you this evening for the Dia de los Muertos Celebration!

Keep shining and #SparkleOn,

Mrs. Sunny Morley

Principal, Diamond Lake School

smorley@dist76.org

Winter Clothing Drive- It’s been warm this week but winter is coming.  If you have gently used winter clothing that no longer fits your family the Winter Clothing Drive ends tonight.  We are collecting new hats, new gloves, and new scarves; as well as gently used snow pants, coats, hoodies, and boots. Clothing can be dropped off in the collection bins at tonight’s Dia de los Muertos Celebration. Help us keep our community warm this winter! 

Spirit Wear Pop-Up Sale-  Last Chance!  Spirit Wear store closes November 8th. Order Now!  This limited opening will not be extended.  Don't miss your chance and wish you had ordered.  All orders must be shipped to home.  

Ice Cream Day-is on November 11, 2026 for Kindergarten - 8th Grade. Culver’s custard cups will be available during lunch with optional sprinkles and chocolate sauce.  By paying $3.00 per cup you help us raise funds for other school activities and provide students a special treat. Please use our online registration and pay via Zelle or return the registration form with your payment to the school office by Monday, November 9th.  Interested in volunteering? Sign Up here!

Lunch time Volunteers-Our food service company is providing monthly tastings for new menu items.  If you would like to volunteer to help pass out samples during lunch please sign up below.  Please note each school is on a different day for the duration of all the lunch periods. Volunteer during food tasting lunches

Next PTO Meeting-  You are invited to join us at our monthly PTO meeting. Tuesday November 17th, 2026 6:00-7:00pm Diamond Lake Elementary School Library. All are welcome to attend.  

November Dine Out 

November 18th ALL DAY. Dine out at Panera. Mention Diamond Lake School District 76 or show the flyer and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the D76 PTO.

D76 CARES: At D76, the well-being of our students and families is our top priority. Understanding the critical role mental health plays in student success, we have launched D76 CARES - a comprehensive initiative aimed at improving access to quality mental health services across our community. D76 CARES stands for Community, Advocacy, Resilience, Engagement, and Support. Treatment services are initially provided free of charge to district families for up to 8 sessions. Click HERE for treatment request.