As we gear up for the upcoming school year, we are excited to announce a special opportunity for our incoming sixth-graders! “District 97 Middle School Connection” is a three-day program designed to help ease the transition from elementary to middle school. This program will take place at Brooks Middle School from August 12-14, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. All incoming sixth-graders are welcome and encouraged to attend, though attendance is not mandatory.
Please register using the personalized link that was sent to your email via D97 Core Instruction. If you cannot locate the email or if you are a new family, please reach out to [email protected] and include the name of your student(s). We will then forward your personal link to sign up.
Why District 97 Middle School Connection?
Transitioning from elementary to middle school can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Students are not only changing school buildings but also undergoing significant developmental changes. District 97 Middle School Connection aims to build confidence, create connections, and ensure a smooth start at Brooks Middle School.
Program Details
Dates: Aug. 12-14, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Location: Brooks Middle School
Cost: Free to all District 97 incoming 6th graders
Transportation: For students who are assigned to a bus route to get to middle school, pick-up and drop-off transportation will be provided.
Food: Nut-free snacks will be provided to students.
Sign Up Deadline: May 12, 2025
Program Goals
- Foster a sense of belonging and community among incoming sixth-grade students.
- Provide opportunities for students to develop social-emotional skills and build positive relationships with peers and teachers.
- Introduce students to the academic expectations of middle school.
- Equip students with strategies to support success in sixth grade and middle school.
- Address any anxieties or concerns students may have about transitioning to middle school.
What's Next?
We're eager to welcome your child to District 97 Middle School Connection and help them start their middle school journey with confidence and enthusiasm. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Brooks Associate Principal Denise Gildon at [email protected].