Forest School News (4.26.26)
🔅 Student Handbook Reminders
As warmer weather arrives, we’re beginning to see more summer-style clothing at school. We'd like to take a moment to remind families of expectations related to dress code and student appearance.
Students are expected to wear opaque clothing that covers them from shoulder to mid-thigh. Recently, with the warmer weather, there has been an increase in crop top style shirts and very short shorts that do not meet this expectation, which applies to ALL District 62 students in grades K-8.
We ask families to please help ensure that students come to school dressed in a way that aligns with these district-wide expectations. If a student's outfit does not meet the dress code, we will address it at school and may need to contact home for support. We appreciate your partnership in helping to avoid these situations.
Additional information can be found in the D62 Student Handbook (page 30) under the heading "Student Appearance."
📝 D62 Registration Events - Updated Dates
D62 previously planned to have a registration event on May 13, however, this event has been cancelled due to Infinite Campus doing some server work. Families will still have an opportunity to get support at the August event.
As a reminder, registration for the 2026-2027 is open. Families are encouraged to register online and reach out to the school office if they have questions or need support.
🚨 DONATIONS NEEDED for Staff Appreciation Week!
Staff Appreciation Week is May 4-7. Please help celebrate our staff by donating food and/or gift cards. Each day we will treat the staff to goodies, and provide them each with a $10 gift card and small gift item. Take a look at the sign up sheet to see the items being requested. Please note there are multiple categories on the bottom of the sign up form.
The Hospitality team will reach out to everyone that signs up to donate items to coordinate drop off the week/weekend before Staff Appreciation Week. Please be sure to include an email or phone number. Thank you for your support!
🎨 DUE 5/11: Student Art and Stories Show
Talent is found in many places! We want to showcase student talent in art and writing during the Talent Show. Submit your artwork, short stories, and poems to the Student Art and Stories Show which will take place in conjunction with the Talent Show on Thursday, May 14th.
For this exhibit:
- Please have students submit work we can hang up!
- Artwork should have the student name and teacher name on the back so it can be returned after the Talent Show.
- Submissions are due to the Main Office by Monday, May 11th.
🎤 5/14: Talent Show
Thank you to the students who auditioned for the Talent Show. The Forest community is in for a great show this year!
Talent Show important dates:
- Tuesday, May 12th: Tech Rehearsal
- Thursday, May14th: Talent Show Day
💟 In Need of Resources?
District 62, Forest, and the Des Plaines community have so many wonderful resources available for families. If you are experiencing financial hardship, food insecurity, looking for community resources, or exploring opportunities for parent learning, we are here for you!
To help the Forest SEL Team better understand what resources to connect you with, please fill out the Forest Family Resources form for us to follow up with you about any resources needed. Responses are kept confidential and will only be seen by the SEL team unless you specify otherwise.
Contact Us
Website: Forest Elementary School
Address: 1375 South 5th Avenue Des Plaines, IL. 60018
Phone: (847) 824-1380
Social Media: Facebook & Instagram
Principal: Ms. Amber Soike
Assistant Principal: Ms. Traci Reiner