Tuesday Newsday
Nov. 14, 2023

May 26, 2026
District Dates to Remember
Upcoming SD74 Events
- Lincoln Hall Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony - June 4, 7 p.m., at Niles West High School
- Last day of school for Pre-K and kindergarten students - June 8
- Last day of school for grades 1 through 7 - June 9
- Kindergarten Screenings - June 9
- SD74 Summer Adventures Parent Meeting - June 18, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., at Lincoln Hall Auditorium
- SD74 Summer Adventures begins - June 22
- No classes the week of June 29 - July 3.
- District closed in observance of Independence Day - July 3
- SD74 Summer Adventures ends - July 30
New for You
Tuesday Newsday Summer Editions
Village of Lincolnwood E-Bike and Scooter Ordinance
Learn more about the Village's E-Bike and Scooter Ordinance, including where they can be safely used in Lincolnwood.
Reminders
SD74 Summer Adventures Info Packets
The District mailed informational packets via USPS to families registered for the 2026 SD74 Summer Adventures program. If you did not receive your packet, please call Renee Tolnai at 847-745-3703.
Kindergarten Screening Appointments
Incoming kindergarteners are highly encouraged to attend a screening with kindergarten staff which will assess their language, fine motor, and gross motor skills. Sign up for a time slot. Screenings should take no longer than 30 minutes.
Join an SD74 Board of Education Committee
Library Books are Due
As the end of the school year approaches, it's time to start returning library books. Please check backpacks at home, and remind students to check desks, seat back pockets, and lockers at school for any overdue books. Thank you in advance!
Claim Lost and Found Items
There is a collection of clothing and other items in each school's designated Lost and Found area. Please have students check these areas in the coming weeks for items they may have misplaced during the year. Unclaimed items will be donated after the last day of school.
Register by August 1 to Avoid Late Fees
Families who are re-registering have received an email with a snapcode and a link to the re-registration portal. Families who are registering for the first time should visit the District website to begin the registration process.
Reminder: Registration is not complete until the online registration form is submitted for each student, residency documents are submitted, and school fees are paid.
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
- Restaurant Giveback at Oberweis (6469 N. Lincoln) - June 9, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. 20% donated to PALS.
- Krispy Kreme fundraiser - Through June 30. 50% donated to PALS.
- Restaurant Giveback at Culver's (6012 N Albany Ave., Chicago) - July 14, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. 25% donated to PALS.
- Back-to-School Restaurant Giveback at Une Année (6343 W Gross Point Rd., Niles) - Aug. 31, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. 20% donated to PALS.
Celebrate your Jaguar with a Custom Lawn Sign!
Deck your yard out with Jaguar pride! Order custom lawn signs to celebrate your SD74 graduate, athlete, or school. A portion of the cost of each sign will be donated to PALS.
1st Day School Supply Kits - Brought to you by PALS
School supply lists for all grades can be found on the District website.
Don't spend your summer weekends hunting for school supplies. Prepackaged school supply kits from 1st Day School Supplies have what you need and are delivered to students' classrooms before the first day of school. Easy! Order by July 1. A portion of sales will be donated to PALS.
Please note that some supplies, such as calculators, styluses, and headphones, may need to be purchased separately.
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
- Eid al-Adha - May 30. Celebrate with food, fun, friends, and family. Learn more and register by May 25.
- Lincolnwood Girl Scouts Little Free Library Ribbon Cutting - June 13, 11 a.m., at Rowell Park. Celebrate the girl scouts' community project! Book donations are welcome.
- Lincolnwood Parks and Rec Summer Camp - Registration is open for June 15 through Aug. 14. Sessions and weekly options are available. Learn more.
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