Grace School News

August 20, 2025

-FACTS Financial Update: The Tuition accounts should be finalized by August 22nd. Materials and Fees/Incidentals will be finalized by September 15th. We thank you for your patience.


-Reporting absences: email office@graceriverforest.org or call 708-366-6901 by 8am.


-Google form needed from ALL Families for ALL students: If you have NOT filled out this form yet, please do so at your earliest convenience.


-If your child has permission to walk/bike home, please email office@graceriverforest.org with the details of the permission you are granting your child. With out this permission, we will only release children to the parents/caregivers indicated in the contact list.



Nut Free Zone


Please be aware that our PK, JK, and SK rooms are now NUT FREE ZONES.

School Counseling OPT Out Form


For the 2025-2026 School Year, our School Counseling services are offered to all students. Should you not wish for your student(s) to receive School Counseling services for any reason, and would like to opt out of school counseling services for the 2025-2026 School Year, please fill out and return the form to the Main Office.

Dear Families,


Cub Scouting Season has started - Our very own Pack 4066 is inviting your child to join the adventure!


The Pack is kicking things off with a Scavenger Hunt where children, Grades SK through 5th, can complete the Cub Scout Bobcat Adventure in a fun, hands-on way.


No current Scouting America membership is required — Just come, enjoy, and decide later if you’d like to sign up.


When: Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Where: Fellowship Hall, Grace Lutheran Church, 7300 Division St, River Forest

If you plan to attend, please RSVP by sending an email to: pack4066@portagecreek.org

Save the Dates


Picture Day: September 4th PK - 3rd Grade

September 5th 4th - 7th Grade


PicnicFest: September 14th


Don't forget to let the school know if you have moved so we can keep your records up to date.

Our mission at Grace Lutheran Church and School is to bring in, build up, and send out disciples for Jesus Christ

Our school prepares children for a life of discipleship by helping them to grow in faith, knowledge, and character.

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