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District 64 eNews May 30, 2025

Congrats To The Class of 2025

We had the pleasure of celebrating our 8th Graders at promotion ceremonies this week at Maine East High School. We're so proud of everybody! Our students at Emerson and Lincoln are now poised for the next part in their stories and are ready to embrace new challenges and opportunities.

Emerson 8th Grader Maya Nabil addressed the crowd, reflecting on her middle school years. “Time. It’s something you never seem to have enough of, yet somehow here we are at the end of our middle school journey, wondering how it flew by so fast,” said Nabil.

“Let’s walk into the next chapter of our lives and not just as graduates but as someone who has grown from who they were just a few years ago. Today isn’t just an ending. It’s the beginning of something even greater. Remember, together we are Emerson!”

Links for a replay of the Emerson ceremony and more photos can be found here.

“It’s hard to believe that three years ago we were walking through the 6th-grade doors without a clue as to what to expect. Wondering and worrying about our locker codes, our new teachers, and new classes, but now all these things come as second nature to us,” said Lincoln 8th Grader Nicholas Malling.

“Even though today is the end of our years here at Lincoln, that doesn’t mean that today is about our goodbyes. Today is a day to celebrate our accomplishments and open our arms to the future. Every single one of us has worked so hard to get this far, and I know we’re all ready for what comes next,” said Malling.

Links for a replay of the Lincoln ceremony and more photos can be found here.

Thank You To Our Retirees

Thank you to this year’s class of District 64 retirees. You’ve helped shape minds and inspire hearts. We are better because of you!

“It is with sincere appreciation and gratitude that we would like to honor the important contribution you have made to the lives of our students, as well as your years of service to Park Ridge-Niles District 64,” said Superintendent Dr. Ben Collins. “We extend our best wishes to you in your retirement and thank you for your dedication to our school district and for impacting the lives of so many children during your tenure here in D64.”

Congratulations and a happy retirement to:

Lynn Condon
Michelle Fiore-Cwiertniak
Theresa Durkin
Fran Franceschina
Alex Govis
Valerie Halston
Kathleen Hurley
Georgeanna Jaffe
Kimberly Kaniecki
Michele Larson
Kathy Leslie
Laura Mabrito
Carey Meredith
Catherine Murges
Mike Patrick
Dieter Prim
Myra Russell
Kimberly Rusteberg
Peggy Weller

View more photos of our retirees.

Field Day

We had so much fun at Field Day this year! Thank you to all of the staff and volunteers who made it happen. As we celebrate a fantastic year, you can find some fun pictures from each school by clicking the links below.

Field Field Day Photos

Washington Field Day Photos

Franklin Field Day Photos

Carpenter Field Day Photos

Parent U: Special Ed Focus On June 4

Parent University Special Education Focus - Specialized Programs at Lincoln and Emerson.

Join the student services administrators as we provide updates on the implementation of specialized programs in the 2025-2026 school year for recommended students receiving special education services at the middle school.

Wedensday, June 4, 2025
6 pm to 7 pm
Hendee Professional Development Wing (8200 Greendale Ave., Niles)

Upcoming Board Meetings

The following are the next Board meetings:

June 26, 2025 - Regular Meeting - 7 pm

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.

Partnering For A Safe Summer

With summer here, there is no shortage of fun things to do outside. We are sharing this message on behalf of the Park Ridge Police Department and Chief of Police Robert Kampwirth, asking for help keeping public areas safe now that school is out.

You can read the full message here.

Summer Reading Programs

Head to the Park Ridge Public Library this summer where kids have a chance to win prizes for every 10 days of reading and earn a prize book with 30 days of reading, to learn more visit: Summer Reading Programs for Kids, Teens & Adults - Park Ridge Public Library

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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