September 25, 2025

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RSVP Here for Grandparents' Day October 17

Quick Reminders!

UPCOMING EVENTS and DEADLINES*

-> September 26 | Early Dismissal, 1:30pm - NO AFTERCARE

-> September 26 | 1st Grade Pizza Party!

-> September 30 | Polish School Begins, 7:00am

-> September 30 | Gala Meeting, 8:00am | 6th Grade Mass, 11:50am

-> October 1 | Lockdown Drill

-> October 2 | 8th Grade Mass, 8:20am

-> October 3 | Pet Blessing (3pm) + Harvest Fest (6pm-8-30pm), RSVP Here

-> Silent Auction Opens at Harvest Fest!

-> October 3 | All School Mass, 8:15am

-> October 8 | Living Rosary, 1:00pm

-> October 9 | Parent-Teacher Conferences (Mandatory)

-> October 9 | Home Volleyball Games | 8th Grade Athlete Recognition

-> October 10 | NO SCHOOL - Teacher Professional Development

-> October 13 | NO SCHOOL - Columbus Day

-> October 17 | Grandparents' Day | Silent Auction Closes

-> November 15 | Annual Benefit Gala

Message from Principal Hamilton

Dear Everest Parents,

By the end of the week, we expect to complete MAP make-up testing for our K-8 students. Next week, you will receive your child’s MAP score. Because the make-up process has taken nearly two weeks, beginning with the winter testing session, students who are absent (excused or unexcused) will be asked to make up their tests either before school (7:00am) or on a Saturday morning. This will help ensure that valuable instructional time is not lost.

Also next week, you will receive a link from your child’s teacher to sign up for mandatory Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, October 8th. As we shared during orientation, these conferences are an important opportunity for parents and teachers to partner together for each child’s success.

Special Note for Middle School Parents: Middle school students are required to attend their conference with their parents. 

• Registration will be open for parents to sign up with their homeroom teacher until Friday, October 3rd. (6th grade: Mrs. Abramic; 7th grade: Mrs. Kmetty; 8th grade: Mr. Purpura)
• After October 3rd, registration will be open for parents to sign up with the middle school teachers for subject conferences.

Please note the following special events happening next week:

• Math Meeting - Thank you to those who attended the meeting about the enVision Math program. I am hosting another meeting next Monday, September 29, 3:30-4:30 pm. If you have specific questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please complete this form.
• Blessing of Pets - On Friday, October 3rd, in anticipation of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, Fr. Andrew will bless pets during the afternoon car line. To make it easier for our chaplain while he is in crutches, please pull up to the Grotto where he will be stationed. You may “drive through” or park and come to the Grotto.
• HarvestFest - All families are welcome to attend our annual family fun event. See below for details.

This week, we have been focused on the virtue of Service as a way to grow in the virtue of the month, Humility. How fitting that this Saturday we celebrate the feast day of St. Vincent de Paul! May his words inspire us to live with humility and generosity in our daily lives: “I will always welcome joyfully any opportunity that comes my way to be of service to you.”

Have a blessed weekend!

Rejoicing in gratitude for God's blessings,

Candy Hamilton

Principal

🎟️ Purchase Your Gala Tickets & Sponsorships

⚡️ FLASH SALE - $150 tickets available until Monday 9/29! Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 30th Anniversary Gala! Secure your tickets or become a sponsor today.

👉 Click here to purchase tickets and sponsorships

✨📖 Be Part of the Story! 📖✨

Show your Everest spirit by purchasing an ad in our Gala Program Book! Whether you want to celebrate your child, thank a teacher, spotlight your business, congratulate a graduate or simply leave a heartfelt message, your ad will shine on Gala night and beyond.

Don’t miss this chance to leave your mark in a fun, meaningful way—all while supporting Everest!

👉 Click here to reserve your Program Book Ad today

enVision Math Links Available on App

Dear, Parents please check the App Button for information regarding enVision Mathematics or CLICK HERE to be taken directly to the page.

30 for 30 Campaign

As Everest Academy celebrates 30 years, we invite you to be part of our future through the 30 for 30 Campaign. Each project represents a meaningful step forward — from enhancing our campus and enriching student experiences to strengthening the faith-based mission at the heart of our school.

Choose the project that inspires you most and make your gift today. Together, we can ensure Everest continues to thrive for the next 30 years and beyond.

Uniform Checklist Links

Upcoming Extracurriculars!

🎨 Art Club

Grades 3–8

Mondays

Instructor: Megan Reznicek

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

♟️ Chess Club

Grades K–8

Tuesdays, Sept. 16 – Nov. 18 (10 sessions)

Instructor: Theo Poulos & Stephanie DeRoche

Theo Contact: 708-829-7777

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

⚽ Soccer (Soccer Stars of Will-Cook Counties)

Grades PK–K

Tuesdays, starting Sept. 9

Instructor: Mohammed Abuzir

Contact: 708-586-7645 | willcook@soccerstars.com

Fun soccer skills and teamwork for our youngest athletes!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

🏆 Academic Bowl

First Practice: Mon. 9/21 | 3:15-4:15pm

Instructor: Ashley Palmer

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

BAM Theatre Returns! Sign Up Today!

After-School Theatre Enrichment

Everest Academy presents Hits from Frozen!

• Grades K–8
• Wednesdays, Sept. 24 – Dec. 3, 2025 (no class on non-school days)
• 2:15 – 3:15 PM
• Final performance on Dec. 3
• Tuition & T-shirt: $275
• Registration opens Aug. 18 at 10 AM - Click Here or Gold Button Below

Spots are limited—register early!

→ Thank you to the 8th Grade families who have been supplying snacks for our teachers this month. Special thanks to Mrs. Alkhouri for the homemade hummus!!

→ Thank you to Ms. DeRoche, Mrs. Kmetty, and Mrs. Wodka, who helped to organize our Patriot Day memorial service, as well as to Mr. Landowski for leading our school in patriotic song.

Medical Forms

Dear Parents, please click here or the gold button below to access Medical Forms. These can be printed and dropped off at the Front Office or emailed to Chris Fewkes at cfewkes@everestlemont.com

SAVE THE DATE!

Join us for an evening of fall fun at Everest Academy’s annual Harvest Fest on Friday, October 3rd, from 6:00–8:30 p.m. Bring the whole family to enjoy:

• Bonfire (bring your own chair!)
• Face painting
• DJ and music
• Two jumpys for the kids
• Delicious food for purchase from our food truck — burgers, hot dogs, and gelato

Please note: Food will be available for purchase only (no complimentary snacks provided).

🌟 Volunteers Needed!

We’re looking for:

• 2 adults to help supervise the bonfire
• 2 adults per bouncy house (4 total)

This outdoor event is a simple and fun way to celebrate the season together — don’t miss it!

November 15, 2025

Save the Date for our PEARL OF PERSEVERANCE Annual Benefit Gala!

Community News

Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story

In Theaters October 7

Everest Academy is proud to share that former Semper Altius Award recipient Kevin Matthews is the subject of a powerful new documentary, Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story.

The film tells Kevin’s remarkable journey from his rise as a nationally recognized Chicago radio personality in the 1980s and ’90s, through the challenges of illness and loss, to a profound moment of faith after discovering a broken statue of the Virgin Mary. Calling himself “Mary’s Roadie,” Kevin now shares a message of hope and inspiration that continues to touch countless lives.

🎥 Broken Mary will be in theaters nationwide one night only – Tuesday, October 7.

👉 Watch the Official Trailer

👉 Get Tickets Here

Run with the Nuns

5K Mount Assisi Campus

13860 Main St. Lemont

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19th 9:00 AM

www.runwiththenuns.org

Use the SPECIAL CODE: 2025SchoolSpecial

Prayer Intentions

→ TBD

Everest Academy is an independent PK-8th grade Catholic school committed to providing the highest quality education while cultivating the whole human person: intellectually, humanly, spiritually, and apostolically. Our mission is to form Christian leaders who are eager to exercise their leadership with a spirit of joy and service in order to impact culture and transform society.