We are the Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58
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We are the Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58
We are a diverse group of community members from District 58, including administrators, staff, principals, teachers, board of education members, village officials, and local business owners, all dedicated to enhancing education in our district. The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 works year-round to boost private funding for educational activities that aren’t covered by tax dollars. Our efforts support district-wide programs and offer grant opportunities for teachers to enhance existing programs and introduce new, innovative ideas to our schools.
$2M+
The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 has raised over $2 Million for over 21 years
Expanded innovative instructional opportunities through individual classroom teacher grants
Funded school-wide student experiences and activities through “Reaching New Heights” Principal grant program
Provided funding for the District 58 annual Reading Games Literacy Event
Provided support for the District 58 PTA Council’s annual young Authors and Writers Fest
Donated to honor outstanding District 58 staff members through the Green Apple Recognition program
November 2025
26-28
Thanksgiving Break - No School
December 2025
1
Harlem Wizards are BACK!
Get your tickets today and click the link below!
22
Winter Break - No School
January 2026
5
Classes Resume
18
Harlem Wizards Game at Downers Grove South High School
Stand by for details!
19
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - NO SCHOOL
February 2026
10
Parent/Teacher Conferences (Evening)
12
Parent/Teacher Conferences (Evening)
16
President's Day Holiday - NO SCHOOL
27
Countrywide Institute Day Holiday - NO SCHOOL
March 2026
6
END OF TRIMESTER 2
30
Spring Break Begins through April 3 - NO SCHOOL
April 2026
6
Classes Resume
May 2026
25
Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL
June 2026
5
Last Day of School - 1/2 Day
8
Teacher Institute Day
* The Last Day of school could be June 2 if Emergency Days are needed.