Frankfort 157-C eNews

Dear Frankfort School District 157-C Community,

The success we are experiencing this school year is a direct result of the collaboration, support, and trust you place in our schools, our staff, and most importantly, in your children. We look forward to seeing many of you during Parent/Teacher Conferences. These meetings serve as an important opportunity to strengthen the home–school connection, celebrate student growth, and plan together for continued success in the months ahead.

This past month has also reminded us that changing weather can impact our ability to operate safely. Throughout the winter months, our District administrators carefully monitor conditions to ensure the safety of everyone traveling to and from our three buildings.

This year, we are again prepared to implement our E-learning plan should inclement weather make it safer for students and staff to remain at home. E-learning days allow us to maintain instructional continuity through District-issued devices and digital platforms, ensuring learning continues while keeping our school calendar on track. We are committed to providing families with as much notice as possible. In the event an E-learning day is needed, the District will communicate clearly and well in advance. When making weather-related decisions, we rely on information and guidance from the Chicago National Weather Service, including forecasts and data on snowfall, wind chill, temperature, and road conditions.

Thank you again for your continued partnership, support, and engagement in our schools. We are proud of the strong start to this year and look forward to building on this momentum together.

Wishing you and your family a safe, restful, and enjoyable Thanksgiving break.

Sincerely,

Doug Wernet, Ed.D.

Frankfort School District 157-C Superintendent

Each eNews edition will feature a summary from the most recent Board of Education meeting.
Click the link below for the recap from the November 18, 2025 meeting. As a reminder, the recap is different than the meeting's official minutes. Official minutes are approved, then released to the public, at the next Board meeting. Official minutes can be found on the Board of Education page on our website.

• Dec 1 (Mon)
• Classes resume after non-attendance days
• Dec 2 (Tue)
• Family School Partnership General Meeting - 9:30-10:30 AM, District Office Boardroom
• Dec 11 (Thurs)
• Education Foundation General Meeting - 9:30am-10:30am, District Office Boardroom
• Dec 16 (Tue)
• Board of Education Regular Meeting – 7:00–9:00 PM, District Office

• Dec 19 (Fri)

  • Early Release – One Hour

• Dec 22 - Jan 2

• Winter Break – No School

Below, you will find the monthly newsletter for our three schools at 157-C. Please take a moment to read each newsletter as they have important updates from each school's principal, staff, and teacher teams.

Grand Prairie Elementary

Chelsea Intermediate

Hickory Creek Middle School

The approved student calendar and important dates calendars are linked for your convenience below!

2025-2026 Student Calendar (click link)

2025-2026 Year at a Glance Calendar (click link)

Frankfort School District 157-C utilizes a more environmentally friendly and efficient method for sharing information. Flyers, posters, and media from district schools, non-profit organizations, intergovernmental agencies, and approved business partners are available on our "Virtual Backpack" webpage. This approach replaces the traditional practice of sending materials home via students' backpack mail, ensuring easier access and reduced paper waste.

Click the link below!