It's time to sign up for Worlds of Wonder Summer School! WOW offers students a unique opportunity for summer learning and fun. Our summer program emphasizes creativity and critical thinking in a challenging and rewarding environment. 

WOW registration will close on Thursday, May 22. Once the deadline passes, no additional student registrations will be accepted for the Worlds of Wonder program. This provides us with a week to plan for student arrival.

Learn more about WOW Summer School.

Congratulations Sarah!

We wanted to share some good news about our recent bond sales from the referendum. On Tuesday, February 4, 2025, we sold $65 million out of the $89,106,629 million in bonds that were authorized by the referendum, and the process was finalized last week.

What’s even better is that the tax impact on our community is lower than we initially thought. It’s now estimated to be around $393 for a home valued at $500,000, compared to our original estimate of $412. 

This reduction is thanks to more than $700,000 in savings on interest costs over the life of the bonds. 

Happy Ramadan to our families who celebrate!

Ramadan is a holy month of fasting, introspection, and prayer for Muslims. During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn to sunset. They break their fasts by sharing meals with family and friends. Eid-al-Fitr is at the end of Ramadan, also known as the festival of breaking the fast.

Join Us At An Upcoming Events

• Beans, Brew, and Ben on March 13 at 9:30 am - RSVP Here
• Beans, Brew, and Ben on April 17 at 9:30 am - RSVP Here
• D64 Realtor Town Hall Lunch on March 20 at 11:30 am - RSVP Here

Park Ridge and Niles real estate agents are invited to join us for lunch on March 20 at 11:30 am. We’ll share info about the upcoming construction projects at our schools and what’s in store for the future. We hope you can join us in continuing the conversation about how we can best help you and the community!

The following are the next Board meetings:

• March 20, 2025 - 7:00 p.m. - Hendee Rooms at the Jefferson Early Childhood Center
• April 17. 2025 - 7:00 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.

Please take a few minutes to follow the necessary steps. Even though the deadline is March 14, the earlier we get students registered, the better we can hire staff, plan for classes and classrooms, get necessary materials, and organize transportation.

The registration deadline will be noon on Friday, March 14, and if you register your child and pay the fees by then, you will receive the early bird discount. You must fill out and submit registration forms by Monday, March 10, at 3:00 pm to take advantage of the fee discount. This allows our staff time to verify documents and send out invoices so you can pay them by noon on Friday, March 14. Any families who do not register by this date will receive a records release, as we assume you’re going to another district. 

You can find all the information on our Registration Page.

Our friends at the library are asking for your help!

Please take a few minutes to respond to the Library's online survey.

Your answers will help the Library provide the best programs, services, and materials for our community. 

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.

Park Ridge-Niles School District 64 | 847-318-4300 | news@d64.org

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