Registration for new Future Foxes Preschool and Ready Set Go students is now open!

Registration can be completed online by going to https://ilyorkvilleweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?module=AR&primarycode=133000,133002,133005. See below for additional details on both the Future Foxes Preschool (Ages 3-5) and Ready Set Go (Ages 2-3)!

FUTURE FOXES PRESCHOOL (Ages 3 – 5)

The Future Foxes Preschool focuses on your child’s overall developmental needs by providing a stimulating environment through hands-on experiences that improve creativity, develop a positive self-image, foster language, science, and mathematics development, and sharpen fine and gross motor skills. Your child will discover play and sharing while developing emotionally, socially, physically, and intellectually. The curriculum is based on the Yorkville School District 115 standards and designed to prepare children for a successful transition to kindergarten while fostering a love for school and learning.

READY SET GO PROGRAM (Ages 2 – 3)

The Ready Set Go Program is designed to introduce children, ages 2-3, to the daily and weekly routine of preschool. Class will focus on the children’s overall developmental needs by providing a stimulating environment through hands-on experiences and play. The daily curriculum is based on the Future Foxes Preschool but adapted to meet the needs of this age group. Our goal is to create a welcoming and safe space for your child to confidently grow socially and emotionally with their peers while reinforcing basic educational skills including letter, number, color, and shape recognition. 

Spring Sports Registration is OPEN! 

Registration for Spring T-Ball, Baseball/Softball, and Soccer Leagues runs through February 11! Our spring leagues are a great way for kids to stay active, learn new skills, make friends, and have FUN this season. Don’t wait! Spots fill fast! We can’t wait to see everyone on the fields this spring! Register through our myYPRD App (recommended!) It’s the easiest and fastest way to sign up! Skip the browser and download the app here: https://bit.ly/YPRDAthleticsApp 

Prefer to register online? Use the links below:

Baseball: https://bit.ly/YPRDRegisterBaseball 

Softball: https://bit.ly/YPRDRegisterSoftball 

T-Ball: https://bit.ly/YPRDRegisterTBall 

Soccer: https://bit.ly/YPRDRegisterSoccer 

Registration for Spring Men's Adult Softball League begins February 6^th!

Gear up for the Fall Adult Softball League! You can register your team by visiting https://ilyorkvilleweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?module=AR&subtype=asoftball.  The full team fee for the season is $1,000. The league has a tentative start date of April 16^th and will play on Thursday nights through the end of July. Games are hosted at Steven G. Bridge Park in Bristol, IL and begin as early as 6:15pm each week. Two games will be played every night in this ONE NATION sanctioned league that does allow alcohol in the park. For more questions about this program, please e-mail Jake Galauner (jgalauner@yorkville.il.us).

Join Yorkville Parks and Recreation's Team! Open Interviews are on February 16^th from 10:00am-12:30pm at Yorkville City Hall (651 Prairie Pointe Drive)!

Looking for a fun job? The Yorkville Recreation Department is looking for hardworking, outgoing and team-oriented individuals to join the Parks & Recreation team as a part time staff member! Applicants must be at least age 14 to apply. We are looking for concession stand staff, soccer refs, summer aids, basketball scorekeepers and special events help to provide hours year-round! Interested applicants should bring a completed application (found at https://www.yorkville.il.us/DocumentCenter/View/244/Application-for-Employment-PDF), photo ID, and any questions they may have! Salary is dependent on each position. Attendees will complete a pre-employment background check during the open interview event so please be sure to have a photo ID with you (school IDs will be accepted).  If you can’t make it to Open Interview event, feel free to email us at recreation@yorkville.il.us to set up another interview time!

What does the future of Yorkville schools look like?

Join Yorkville CUSD 115 for an important update on the Facilities Master Plan. Y115 is presenting the community solution for their district’s buildings and wants the whole community to be part of the conversation. Everyone is welcome! For more details on the plan and the upcoming referendum, please visit www.y115.org/facilitymasterplan.

Y115 has scheduled four upcoming public meetings to provide you with more information and answer any questions you may have about the March 17 referendum. The meeting on February 24 will be a virtual Zoom webinar, and registration is required. 

IN-PERSON TOWN HALLS

Tuesday, February 3

Circle Center Grade School (Gymnasium)

901 Mill Street

Time: 6:30 pm

Thursday, February 19

Grande Reserve Elementary School (Gymnasium)

3142 Grande Trail

Time: 6:30 pm

Saturday, February 21

Yorkville High School Academy (Gymnasium)

702 Game Farm Road

Time: 10:00 am

VIRTUAL INFORMATIONAL SESSION

Tuesday, February 24

Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DLbEJ0pmQD-RVHuHRrAfrA#/registration 

Time: 6:30 pm

Illinois Libraries Present

What Exactly Is Illinois Libraries Present? Illinois Libraries Present is a collaboration among more than 200 public libraries across the state. Instead of each library trying to book big-name speakers on their own, everyone contributes a small fee and shares the cost. In return, libraries—and, most importantly, library patrons—get to enjoy a full season of live virtual events. These programs are streamed online and can be watched from home or at the library. Another benefit of ILP is the sense of connection it creates. Your neighbors in Yorkville watch the same program as people in Chicago, Peoria, Quincy, and dozens of other towns across the state. This shared experience sparks conversations—not just online, but inside libraries. When an author like R.F. Kuang appears for an ILP event, readers across Illinois pick up her novels at the same time, discuss them in book clubs, and share thoughts on social media. Suddenly, reading becomes a statewide event. Register online using the link we provide—events are free! If you’ve never attended an ILP program before, we encourage you to try one. They’re fun, informative, and surprisingly personal given the virtual format. From famous authors to beloved entertainers, there’s always something new to discover. To read more about ILP, check out the latest issue of The Hub: https://www.yorkville.lib.il.us/the-hub/

Chair Yoga at the Yorkville Public Library! Thursdays · 10:15-11am · Adult

Register for each session individually: https://tinyurl.com/3ypphshr. Our Yoga instructor takes us through simple yoga routines that will help reduce stress, improve flexibility, increase strength, and help with focus and mindfulness. Sessions are 45 minutes long. If you need help registering, please call the library.

Valentines for Veterans at the Library February 9^th or 10^th (depending on age) in the Library Children’s Program Room! 

It is time to design and create with us again! Join us in making cards on February 9 & 10, when we will be creating Valentine’s cards for our local Veterans! Help us put a smile on someone else’s face, while earning volunteer hours.  All supplies will be provided.

• Teen Card Making: February 9 · 3pm 

Register: https://tinyurl.com/p6pjbzn6 

• Kids Card Making: February 10 · 4pm

Register: https://tinyurl.com/dmtte8yy