On Veterans Day, we thank and recognize all those who served honorably to defend our nation and freedom. We had some very special guests stop by Roosevelt Elementary School, on Thursday, to share some of their experiences!

The Veterans Day assembly is a Roosevelt tradition that has been going on for more than two decades. Thank you to all of our nation's Veterans and to those in our community who spent some time talking with our students. 

You can find a photo gallery of the assembly and class visits here. Don't forget to watch the video below!

Students at Field Elementary School got an awesome opportunity to talk with the Walter brothers on Veterans Day. One is in the Air Force and the other is an Air Force Veteran! It was made possible by Field teacher Ms. Walter...who is the sister of our guests today! Smiles all around.

Field Principal Dr. Goodman also shared with us this tribute to Veterans, which is on display in their main office.

The District 64 Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, November 17th at Emerson Middle School's MPR. There will be a closed meeting at 6:30 p.m. with the regular meeting starting at 7:00 p.m.

Below are the agenda items:

• Closed Meeting [5 ILCS 120/2(c)(6)]
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Opening Remarks from The President of the Board
• Student/Staff Recognition: District Curriculum Team
• Public Comments
• Spotlight on Roosevelt School 
• Approval of Meeting Agenda
• School Board Member Appreciation Day
• Review of 2022 Proposed Tax Levy, Adoption of Resolution #1300 to Approve the 2022 Proposed Tax Levy, & Establishment of Public Hearing
• Adoption of Resolution #1301 Authorizing the Sale of Real Property 
• Approval of Maintenance Grant FY23
• Presentation of the 2021-2022 Illinois School Report Card
• Presentation of Draft Calendar for the 2023-2024 School Year
• Approval of Recommended Personnel Report
• Consent Agenda: bills, payroll, and benefits; approval of financial update for the period ending September 30, 2022; destruction of audio closed recordings (none)
• Approval of Minutes: special meeting on October 19, 2022; closed meeting on October 20, 2022; regular meeting on October 20, 2022
• Other Discussions & Items of Information: upcoming meeting agenda; FOIA requests; memorandum of information (none); public comments emailed on October 20, 2022 (none)
• New Business
• Adjournment 

Upcoming Board Meetings

• December 15, 2022 - 7pm - regular meeting, Jefferson School 
• January 26, 2022 - 7 pm - regular meeting, Jefferson School
• February 16, 2022 - 7 pm - regular meeting, Jefferson School 

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.

District 64 partnered with the Park Ridge Kiwanis Club and Marianos to help local families who struggle with food insecurity. We are close to the finish line but we still need donations to help a lot of local kids!

The last day to make a donation is Sunday, November 20th. As the deadline nears, you can make a donation at www.kiwanisPR.org or directly to Kiwanis Holiday Food Basket Fundraiser at 19 N. Seminary, Park Ridge, IL, 60068. 

We are so proud of the creative minds in District 64! Last week, the Maine South Drama III/IV students performed "WRITTEN IN CRAYON", which featured stories written by D64 students. Maine South teacher and theater director, Mrs. Saurer wrote, "The stories were exceptionally inventive, engaging, and entertaining. To each student that shared their creativity with us, thank you!"

A fantastic collaboration between D64 writers and the Maine South Fine Arts Department! Five out of five stars- signed by me, Chris Lilly.

Thank you to everyone involved in making this a successful show!

John R. (pictured above) is one of 30 D64 students who had their story picked and performed at "WRITTEN IN CRAYON".

Are you interested in the Special Olympics? District 64 competes in the Regional Spring Games, April 15-16 2023.

If you are interested in your child participating please contact Angela Phillips at aphillips@d64.org.

Other Open Positions: 

• Substitute Teachers - Click here to apply
• $150 per day
• All grade levels and subjects
• Technology training provided
• For more positions click here.

Do you want a job driving school buses? Lakeview Bus Lines is hiring!

• Up to $25/hour
• Sign-on bonus amount of $3000 for yellow bus drivers who are fully licensed to drive yellow immediately. 
• Weekly pay, benefits, 401K
• go to www.sunrisebus.com/careers or call (847)-588-1820 to apply

Comments and questions may always be directed to the Superintendent or Board members through these links:

Email Dr. Eric Olson, 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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