Tuesday Newsday
Nov. 14, 2023

Feb. 10, 2026
District Dates to Remember
Upcoming SD74 Events
- Pre-K Valentine's Day parties - Feb. 12
- 10:15 a.m. - 11 a.m. - AM Pre-K
- 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. - PM Pre-K
- Todd Hall Valentine's Day parties - Feb. 13, 9:15 a.m. - 10 a.m.
- Rutledge Hall Valentine's Day parties - Feb. 13, 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
- AM-only Student Attendance Day - Feb. 13
- Pre-K schedule: PM students only
- District Closed in Observance of Presidents' Day - Feb. 16
- 4th Grade STEM Night - Feb. 24
- North Cook Spelling Bee - Feb. 25
- RED OUT for Boys Varsity Basketball - Feb. 27
Reminders
Reporting Absences for Religious Holidays
If your child will be absent from school in the coming weeks to observe a religious holiday or service, please know you can notify your respective school's main office ahead of time to excuse the absence.
Lincoln Hall
Carol Krikorian, ckrikorian@sd74.org, and Alex Saravia, asaravia@sd74.org
847-675-8240
Rutledge Hall
Arleen LaRosa, alarosa@sd74.org
847-675-8236
Todd Hall
Jessica Tarnoff, jtarnoff@sd74.org
847-675-8235
Cold Weather Donation Drive
Students at Rutledge Hall and Lincoln Hall are teaming up to collect donations for cold-weather kits, which will be packed and delivered to Connections for the Homeless in Evanston. Through Feb. 18 both schools will accept socks, chapstick, hand warmers, travel-size hand sanitizer, beef jerky/protein bars, travel-size shampoo, and other cold-weather essentials.
RED OUT Merch is Back for a Limited Time!
Let's RED OUT for the Lincoln Hall boys' varsity basketball game on Feb. 27!
As is tradition for RED OUT games, we encourage all attendees to wear the color red to show Jaguar pride and cheer on our student-athletes. To support this endeavor, we have added RED OUT-themed merch to our spirit wear store for those interested.
This merch is only available now through Tuesday, Feb. 17. RED OUT purchases only will be delivered free of charge to the District and distributed to students before the RED OUT game on Feb. 27. Please note: There is no obligation to buy and all SD74 students and families are invited to attend RED OUT games.
**Important** Follow these instructions at checkout to ensure your purchase is included in the bulk delivery and is distributed accurately.
- In the ‘Company’ field, please put your student’s name. If you have multiple children, put the name of your oldest child.
- Choose ‘In-Store Pickup in Chicago’ as your Shipping Method. You will be asked to confirm this choice twice.
Complete the 5Essentials Survey by March 13
The statewide 5Essentials Survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of schools in Illinois, including SD74 schools. Completing the survey as a parent/guardian lets you share your thoughts on the important elements of school effectiveness. You can access the survey here. The survey will close on March 13. Thank you in advance for your participation!
Apply for a 2026 Cahill Scholarship
The District, supported by PALS (People Active with Lincolnwood Schools), will award five (5) John Cahill Community Service Scholarships in $1,000 denominations to graduates of Lincoln Hall Middle School. The application to apply is live.
Applicants must be graduating from high school in 2026, be a graduate of Lincoln Hall, and be continuing their education at a two- or four-year college or university, trade school, or vocational school. This scholarship is merit-based; grade point average or financial need is not considered. Deadline: March 23, 2026.
Cahill Scholarship Reception
Class of 2026 high school graduates are invited to join us for the Cahill Scholarship Reception on April 15, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m., at Lincoln Hall. The reunion-style event will commemorate students' final year at Lincoln Hall, celebrate their upcoming high school graduation, and award the winners of the 2026 John Cahill Community Service Scholarship.
Order a 2025-2026 Yearbook
Click on the following links for each school to learn more about ordering a yearbook.
Updates from PALS, your PTO
Learn more about the People Active with Lincolnwood Schools (PALS) organization.
Upcoming PALS Events
- PALS After Dark fundraising event - Feb. 21, 6 p.m., at Edison Park Inn
- PALS meeting - March 9, 7 p.m., at Todd Hall library
- Restaurant Giveback at Blaze Pizza (5712 W. Touhy) - March 16, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Place Your Bids - The Silent Auction is Live!
The PALS After Dark Silent Auction is officially live -- and it’s better than ever! Our tremendous community showed up this year to support our teachers and staff, and donated over 60 items! Get ready to explore an incredible lineup of must-have items, from gift cards and family-friendly experiences to beloved local favorites and truly unique finds you won’t see anywhere else.
The best part? Anyone can join the fun! Bid from anywhere, track the excitement in real time, and never miss out with convenient 'Buy Now' options and automatic bidding. Whether you’re attending the event or cheering us on from home, it’s easy to get in on the action.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, there’s truly something for everyone. Spread the word, place your bids, and help us show SD74 teachers and staff what they mean to us. Happy bidding!
PALS' Pickleball Tourney is Back!
The third annual PALS pickleball tournament fundraiser is on Sunday, March 22, 1 p.m., at Pickledilly(4919 Main St. in Skokie). Register to join the Pickleball fun! Proceeds will be put toward funding SD74 Teacher Mini-Grants.
35 teams are invited to join! Players must be 16 years of age and older. $80/team.
Restaurant Giveback Nights
Support PALS throughout the year on scheduled giveback nights at your favorite local eateries.
Virtual Bulletin Board
Be sure to check the Virtual Bulletin Board on the SD74 website regularly for special announcements from around the community.
Community Events to Consider
Upcoming Happenings In and Around Lincolnwood
- Lincolnwood Baseball Softball Association Game Nights at Lincoln Hall - Feb. 12 View the league calendar.
- Lincolnwood Parks and Rec Kids Night In - Feb. 21 Register today.
- Lincolnwood Parks and Rec Spring Break Camp - March 30-April 3. Register today.
Lincolnwood School District 74
6950 N. East Prairie Road, Lincolnwood, IL 60712
847-675-8234
Questions about Tuesday Newsday? Contact:
Jackie McGoey, Director of Communications and Community Relations, at jmcgoey@sd74.org