District 64 eNews December 21, 2024
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Registration Dates Set For
2025-2026 School Year
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As we approach the final weeks of 2024, it's time to look ahead to the 2025-2026 school year! Here are a couple of important enrollment save-the-dates for next school year.
January 21, 2025 - Registration opens for ALL students. This includes kindergarten and children returning to preschool.
March 14, 2025 - Registration closes.
You can expect to see an email from Superintendent Dr. Ben Collins, the first week back from winter break, that will go over the registration deadline and how to make sure you get the early bird discount. Any information will also be posted on our registration page.
We hope everyone has a wonderful winter break!
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Holiday Sing Extravaganza | |
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Our students did an excellent job in their Holiday Sing performances over the past two weeks! Thank you to our music teachers and everyone involved for making these memorable days for our students and families.
Click the images below to view each school's special 64 In 64!
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Christmas is celebrated on December 25 and is a federal holiday. Christmas is a Christian holiday and is celebrated culturally throughout the world. It is celebrated in many ways, including attending church, exchanging gifts, and attending family gatherings. | |
Hanukkah begins at sundown on December 25 and ends on January 2. The eight-day Jewish celebration includes the lighting of the menorah, traditional foods, games, and gifts. Hanukkah is also known as the Festival of Lights and represents joy. The dates change from year to year. | |
Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture. Each of the seven days of Kwanzaa is dedicated to the seven principles: unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith. Kwanzaa starts on December 26. | |
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On Monday, December 16, the talented musicians of the Lincoln Middle School Jazz Band brought their vibrant sounds to the City Council meeting at Park Ridge City Hall. The group, under the direction of Mr. Connor Yoon, showcased their hard work and musical skills in a lively performance that left an impression on council members and community attendees alike.
The Lincoln Jazz Band performed a selection of jazz standards and festive tunes, filling the chambers with energy and holiday cheer. Their performance not only entertained but also highlighted the value of music education and the dedication of young musicians in the community. Congratulations to our student musicians!
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December 19 Regular BOE Meeting | |
The District 64 Board of Education held a regular meeting on Thursday, December 19. The recording of the meeting is available on our YouTube page. A recap will be shared on 1/4 and will be posted on our website. | |
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The following are the next Board meetings:
- January 23, 2025 - 7 p.m. - Hendee Rooms at the Jefferson Early Childhood Center
Looking to catch up on past meeting highlights? A summary of each meeting is available on our Current Board News webpage.
Please confirm meeting dates and times on the Board meetings webpage.
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PowerSchool Parent Portal | |
We will be conducting maintenance on our PowerSchool server on December 23rd. During this time you will not be able to access ParentPortal. | |
Join Us At Our Next Parent U | |
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Join us at our next Parent University event on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, from 6 pm to 7 pm in the Hendee Rooms at the Jefferson Early Childhood Center.
Join the student services administrators as we provide updates on the development of specialized programs for students receiving special education services in District 64!
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Kindergarten Transition Meeting | | |
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Going to kindergarten is an important life event. Preschoolers can feel excited— and a bit worried, too. Families have similar feelings, knowing their child is going to the “big school.” Please join us for this parent workshop where you learn strategies to support your child as they transition from preschool to kindergarten and about the continuum of services for students with special needs.
JOIN US ON January 21st at 6:00 pm in the Hendee Rooms at the Jefferson Early Childhood Center.
Meet other parents, get your questions answered, and learn transition strategies.
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Tips For A Greener Holiday Season | | |
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The District 64 Green Teams would like to offer some tips for a Greener Holiday Season.
- Recycle your old holiday lights at the Public Works Service Center, 400 Busse Highway, now through March 7th from 7 AM to 3 PM.
- Niles & Park Ridge both provide Christmas tree curbside pickup. Park Ridge picks up the week of January 5th on your regular garbage day. Niles picks up through January. Trees over 6 feet must be cut in two. All residents should place their trees on the parkway next to the curb the night before their regular garbage collection day.
- Only plain cards and wrapping paper can be recycled (no glitter, fluff, ribbon, 3-D decorations, or batteries in musical cards). Flatten paper and cardboard boxes so they fit inside your cart with the lid closed. Materials need to stay dry.
- Give the gift of composting. Park Ridge residents have a discounted plan with Collective Resource Compost.
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Comments and questions may always be directed to the Superintendent or Board members through these links:
Email Dr. Ben Collins, Superintendent or contact members of the Board of Education via email links.
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Park Ridge-Niles School District 64 | 847-318-4300 | news@d64.org
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