🤝 Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC)

The Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC) is dedicated to supporting and promoting the social, emotional, and academic growth of our bilingual students. This committee serves as a voice for our bilingual families, advocating for their needs and interests within District 212.

BPAC members actively participate in the educational process and collaborate on decisions that shape the future of our multilingual learners. Together, we work to ensure that every student has access to the tools, support, and opportunities they need to thrive.

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BPAC Leadership

Presidents

• Fatima de los Angeles Torres Jimenez – Spanish BPAC

• Nataliia Bezliepkina – Ukrainian BPAC

Sponsors

• Patricia Carrillo

• Areli Diaz

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📩 Contact Us

For more information or to get involved, please contact:
Christina Schmidt – Director of Multilingual Learner Services
📧 cschmidt@leyden212.org
📞 847-451-3056

📅 BPAC Meeting Dates 2025–2026

We invite all families to join us for our Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC) meetings. These events are a great opportunity to connect, share ideas, and collaborate in support of our multilingual learners.

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September 13, 2025 – East Leyden
📖 Leyden Parent University
📍 East Leyden High School
🗓️ Saturday, September 13, 2025
🕖 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM

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September 24, 2025 – West Leyden
📝 Workshop: Organization, Study, and Exercise Habits. Parent–Teacher Collaboration
👤 Presenter: Salvador Mora
📍 West Leyden High School – Eagle’s Wing
🗓️ Wednesday, September 24, 2025
🕖 6:15 PM – 7:45 PM

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October 1, 2025 – East Leyden
🍽️ Parent Dinner & 1st Official Meeting
🎶 Performance: Mrs. Caro
📍 East Leyden High School – Cafeteria
🗓️ Wednesday, October 1, 2025
🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📌 Agenda: Budget Information

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November 3, 2025 – West Leyden
💀 Día de los Muertos Celebration
📍 West Leyden High School – Eagle’s Wing
🗓️ Monday, November 3, 2025
🕖 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

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December 3, 2025 – West Leyden
🌱 Workshop: Seeds Family Services
📍 West Leyden High School – Eagle’s Wing
🗓️ Wednesday, December 3, 2025
🕖 6:15 PM – 7:45 PM
📌 Topic: Stress and its Effects on Physical and Mental Health

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February 25, 2026 – West Leyden
💞 Workshop: Love and Friendship
👤 Presenter: Ferney
📍 West Leyden High School – Eagle’s Wing
🗓️ Wednesday, February 25, 2026
🕖 6:15 PM – 7:45 PM

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April 15, 2026 – West Leyden
📝 Workshop: (Title to be confirmed)
👤 Presenter: Ferney
📍 West Leyden High School – Eagle’s Wing
🗓️ Wednesday, April 15, 2026
🕖 6:15 PM – 7:45 PM

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April 30, 2026 – East Leyden
🎉 Children’s Day Celebration
📍 East Leyden High School – Student Cafeteria
🗓️ Thursday, April 30, 2026
🕖 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

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May 11, 2026 – East Leyden
🧘 Yoga & Wellness Session
📍 East Leyden High School – Student Cafeteria
🗓️ Monday, May 11, 2026
🕖 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

📅 Talleres y Eventos de BPAC (2025–2026)

📖 13 de septiembre de 2025 – East Leyden

Universidad para Padres de Leyden
📍 East Leyden High School
🗓️ Sábado, 13 de septiembre de 2025
🕖 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM

 

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📝 24 de septiembre de 2025 – West Leyden

Taller: Hábitos de organización, estudio y ejercicio.
Colaboración entre padres y maestros
👤 Presentador: Salvador Mora
📍 West Leyden High School – Eagle’s Wing
🗓️ Miércoles, 24 de septiembre de 2025
🕖 6:15 PM – 7:45 PM

 

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🍽️ 1 de octubre de 2025 – East Leyden

Cena para Padres y 1ª Reunión Oficial
🎶 Presentación: Sra. Caro
📍 East Leyden High School – Cafetería
🗓️ Miércoles, 1 de octubre de 2025
🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📌 Agenda: Información del presupuesto

 

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💀 3 de noviembre de 2025 – West Leyden

Celebración del Día de los Muertos
📍 West Leyden High School – Eagle’s Wing
🗓️ Lunes, 3 de noviembre de 2025
🕖 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

 

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🌱 3 de diciembre de 2025 – West Leyden

Taller: Seeds Family Services
📍 West Leyden High School – Eagle’s Wing
🗓️ Miércoles, 3 de diciembre de 2025
🕖 6:15 PM – 7:45 PM
📌 Tema: Estrés y sus efectos en la salud física y mental

 

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💞 25 de febrero de 2026 – West Leyden

Taller: Amor y la Amistad
👤 Presentador: Ferney
📍 West Leyden High School – Eagle’s Wing
🗓️ Miércoles, 25 de febrero de 2026
🕖 6:15 PM – 7:45 PM

 

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📝 15 de abril de 2026 – West Leyden

Taller: (Título por confirmar)
👤 Presentador: Ferney
📍 West Leyden High School – Eagle’s Wing
🗓️ Miércoles, 15 de abril de 2026
🕖 6:15 PM – 7:45 PM

 

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🎉 30 de abril de 2026 – East Leyden

Celebración del Día del Niño🧸🪀
📍 East Leyden High School – Cafetería de estudiantes
🗓️ Jueves, 30 de abril de 2026
🕖 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

 

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🧘 11 de mayo de 2026 – East Leyden

Sesión de Yoga y Bienestar
📍 East Leyden High School – Cafetería de estudiantes
🗓️ Lunes, 11 de mayo de 2026
🕖 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

 

 

🧩 BPAC Community Resources

Supporting Leyden Families and the Bilingual Community
Updated for the 2025–2026 School Year

The Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC) is here to support current Leyden High School families and community members by connecting them with helpful local, state, and college-based resources.

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🏡 Leyden Township Resources

• Youth Outreach Services
  Visit Website

• Leyden Family Services
  Visit Website | ☎️ (847) 451-0330

• Leyden Township Office
  Visit Website | ☎️ (847) 455-8616

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🧾 Resources for Undocumented Students

(Recursos para estudiantes indocumentados)

• Northeastern Illinois University – Undocumented Student Resources
  Visit Website

• Scholarships for Undocumented Students
  Visit Website

• Illinois Dream Fund Scholarship
  Visit Website

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🎓 Organizations Supporting Latino Students

(Organizaciones para estudiantes latinos)

• University of Illinois at Chicago – LARES
  Latin American Recruitment & Educational Services
  Visit Website | ☎️ (312) 996-3356

• League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)
  Visit Website

  📌 Community Organizations

• Latino Organization of the Southwest
  📍 4051 W. 63rd St., Chicago, IL 60629
  ☎️ (773) 581-1900
  📧 Contact: Susana Sepulveda – susana_sepulveda74@yahoo.com

• HANA Center
  Support with employment, public benefits, and legal assistance
  ☎️ (847) 520-1999 or (773) 583-5501

  Services include:

  • Career counseling and job readiness workshops

  • Support with resumes, cover letters, and interview preparation

  • Job placement services

  • Information about unemployment and workers’ rights

  • Referrals to social service agencies

• 💡 Financial and Housing Assistance

• People's Resource Center
  ☎️ (630) 682-5402
  🌐 Services offered in English and Spanish

  They offer support with:

  • Rent and mortgage assistance

  • Help during financial crises (e.g., job loss, medical emergencies)

• Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  ☎️ (630) 407-6500
  Apply through your local township or county office
  🌐 Website available in multiple languages

  You may qualify if:

  • Your household income is low

  • Your gas/electric service is at risk of being shut off

  • Your furnace is broken or unsafe

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2025-2026 School Year

President: Ms. Michelle Rivera

Vice President: Ms. Margarita Cisneros

Secretary: Ms. Rachel Murray

Fundraising: Ms. Sheila Pradzinski & Ms. Meghan McGovern

School Liaison:  Dr. Julie Lam

Ever wonder what the Parents' Club is all about? Or maybe you thought, "I'd like to get involved but I'm not sure how."

What we do: Provide scholarships for seniors, sponsor art buybacks, department workshops, ACCESS parties, and awards, judge the ACCESS homecoming hall decoration contest.

How do we fund these things: FUNDRAISING!  SpiritWear sales, Scrip (gift card) sales, memberships and Little Caesars.

Who's welcome: Everyone.  Come join the fun.  Meet new people, get involved.

How do you get involved: JOIN! It's as easy as a check box in the online registration or click on Membership on the left.  Come to a meeting, share your ideas, volunteer for a fundraiser.  Convince your friends to join with you.

You may also contact us directly via email: ParentsClub.EastLeyden212@gmail.com

 

2025-2026 Upcoming meetings all at 5:30pm:

September 25

November 20

February 12

April 9

Not a Parents' Club member?  $10 a year or $35 for a 4-year membership. To enroll, simply complete this form, submit payment and you are set! 

Membership Application 

Membership Application 

2025-2026 School Year 

President: Ms. Angela Salkeld 

Vice President: Ms. Ema Favela

Member: Ms. Tracey Rogers 

School Liaison: Mr. Arturo Senteno

 

5:30p - 6:30p  Main Office