National Principals Month

Happy National Principals Month! 🎉📚 October is National Principals Month, and we want to recognize this fantastic group of educators. Thank you to our incredible principals who lead with dedication and inspire our students every day. We appreciate your leadership and the tireless work you do to make our schools and community the best they can be.

Happy National Principals Month:

• Jennifer Adams - Washington Elementary School
• Michele Barkley - Jefferson Early Childhood Center
• Brett Balduf - Carpenter Elementary School
• Angie Brito - Washington Elementary School
• Margaret Burke - Franklin Elementary School
• Mina Caputo - Lincoln Middle School
• Patrick Conlin - Emerson Middle School
• Sean Degman - Carpenter Elementary School
• Christa Donnelly - Field Elementary School
• Dr. Kevin Dwyer - Roosevelt Elementary School
• Timothy Gleason - Lincoln Middle School
• Dr. Courtney Goodman - Field Elementary School
• Jacquelyn Peters - Roosevelt Elementary School
• Tessa Shulman - Emerson Middle School
• Maria Soulias - Emerson Middle School
• David Szwed - Lincoln Middle School
• Kristin Williams - Franklin Elementary School

Parent University Is On Oct. 22

You’re invited to the first Parent University of the year! Join us on October 22nd as Assistant Superintendent for Student Learning, Dr. Samantha Alaimo discusses Standards-Based Reporting in D64. K-5 families will learn what it looks like in the classroom structure, and for 6-8 families, how it works in the elective classes.

This event is for parents/guardians and will be on Tuesday, October 22nd at 7 pm inside the Hendee Rooms at the Jefferson Early Childhood Center (8200 W Greendale Ave, Niles).

If you plan on attending, please RSVP and fill out this form so we can accurately plan the presentation's content. 

To find a collection of resources on Standards-Based Reporting please visit the SBR page on our website.

The annual Tiger Trot is a beautiful experience for the entire Roosevelt community, and the Tigers had a blast this afternoon! Students raced around the track as they were cheered on by dozens of their family, friends, and neighbors! 

Over 200 volunteers participated in the PTO-sponsored event to ensure our students had an awesome time during the school-wide fundraiser. The Tiger Trot proceeds will be used to continue improvements around the school, including enhancing the library and providing student and classroom resources. 

Way to go, Roosevelt! Thank you to everyone for making this awesome event happen.

View more photos on our website.

Carpenter students brought their A-game to the 2024 Track-A-Thon! Every grade hit the field, running their hearts out to support the school. With the sun shining bright and the Carpenter PTO backing the event, it was an absolute blast.

On the turns and straightaways, cheer sections gave the Carpenter Cougars a boost as they tried to get as many laps in as possible before the final horn sounded. 

It was a terrific day spent outside raising money and promoting healthy living at the 17th annual TAT. A huge thank you to all for making this amazing event happen!

View more photos on our website.

Are you interested in learning about the 2024 Bond Referendum or the District's critical facilities needs? Join us for an upcoming tour or presentation! We would like you to know all the facts about the Referendum to ensure you can make an informed decision. Here are some upcoming events.

• Tuesday, October 8th - Virtual Referendum Presentation - 7:30 pm
• Wednesday, October 9th - Presentation at the Centennial Activity Center - Noon
• Thursday, October 10th - Tour of Lincoln Middle School - 7:00 pm

Please RSVP if you plan on attending any of the events. Based on the email you provide in the RSVP, links to the virtual presentation will be sent to you.

The full schedule of tours and events can be found online at d64.org/referendum2024.

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The following are the next Board meetings:

• October 17, 2024 - 7 p.m. - Hendee Rooms at the Jefferson Early Childhood Center
• November 7, 2024 - 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.

Important Health Deadlines for Students in Pre-K, Kindergarten, 6th Grade, or those new to D64:

The state deadline for submitting proof of vaccination, physical exams, and eye exams is quickly approaching on Tuesday, October 15th. Due to the holiday on October 14th, health forms must be uploaded to PowerSchool by 3 pm on Friday, October 11th. The building nurses have sent numerous communications home to those currently missing the required information or forms. Please review your child’s Forms/Health Office Document Submission section of PowerSchool to ensure you’ve uploaded everything needed.  Please submit your forms ASAP so the school nurse can review them. Proof of vaccination and a physical exam dated after 8/14/23 is required. Please make sure you’ve answered all questions in the parent health history section and signed and dated it before uploading. Kindergarten students are also required to submit an eye exam from an optometrist/ophthalmologist. 

Students not compliant with health form requirements will be excluded from school beginning October 15th.

Grade level specific requirements and copies of the forms, along with instructions for uploading forms, can be found on the health services website: https://www.d64.org/health-services/

This is a reminder that we have a long weekend on the horizon. There is no school on Friday, October 11, because it is Teacher Institute Day. Then, all D64 schools and offices will be closed on Monday, October 14, in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day/Columbus Day.

Come work in District 64 and join our incredible team! We are looking to fill open substitute teacher positions. If you have a substitute license or are a certified teacher, pay is $150 per day.

There are now open positions for the 2024-2025 school year. Apply now on our website! 

This weekend, the Park Ridge Library is having a sensory-friendly hour on Sunday, October 6, from 11 a.m. to noon.

The Park Ridge Public Library welcomes sensory-sensitive and neurodivergent friends to experience the Library in a safe and welcoming environment during this early open time. The environment in the Children's Department will be adjusted, and sensory supports and activities will be available.

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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