Tuesday Newsday

Thank you for your understanding and patience during last Friday's e-Learning Day. With several more weeks of winter ahead of us, the District will continue to monitor weather forecasts closely. As always, the safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. Depending on conditions, we may implement another e-Learning Day, hold in-person instruction, or call a traditional snow day. We will communicate these decisions with you in a timely manner. Stay warm.

In Educational Partnership,

David L. Russo, Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools

• Rutledge Hall Beginner Band Concert - Jan. 27, 6:30 p.m. at Lincoln Hall
• Rutledge Hall Beginner Orchestra Concert - Jan. 28, 6:30 p.m. at Lincoln Hall
• Growing Up in Public: Milestones of Growing Up in the Digital Age - Jan. 29, 7 p.m.
• 8th Grade Graduation Pictures - Feb. 4
• 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

Please note the following updates and reminders to our traffic procedures, effective immediately:

1. Only right turns are permitted from the Rutledge Hall parking lot onto Pratt Ave. Left turns are prohibited.
2. Only vehicles displaying an SD74 staff parking placard will be allowed entry onto East Prairie Road from Pratt Ave. from 7:45 a.m. through the conclusion of morning drop-off.

Is your child ready for a cell phone? Do they know safe social media practices? Join us for a parent presentation on digital wellness with Dr. Devorah Heitner to discuss these topics and more.

Dr. Devorah Heitner is the author of "Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World" and "Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World." Her work has appeared in the New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and CNN Opinion. She has a Ph.D. in Media/Technology & Society from Northwestern University and has taught at DePaul University and Northwestern University.

This event is hosted by SD74 in partnership with PALS, Fairview SD72, East Prairie SD73, Skokie SD 73.5, and Morton Grove SD70 PTO.

Students and families are encouraged to donate new or gently used clothing items to the Lincoln Hall Clothing Drive benefiting The Niles Township Community Clothing Closet. Donations will be accepted in Mrs. Lange's and Ms. Bordenet's rooms until Jan. 30.

Todd Hall and Rutledge Hall families who want to contribute to the drive can drop off their donations at Lincoln Hall's Main Office.

To indicate your interest in volunteering for a Valentine's Day party, complete this form, which will close on Feb. 3 at midnight. At the end of the sign-up period, the District will create a schedule of coverage for every classroom at both schools.

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.

Click on the following links for each school to learn more about ordering a yearbook.

• Todd Hall
• Rutledge Hall
• Lincoln Hall

Learn more about the People Active with Lincolnwood Schools (PALS) organization.

• Restaurant Giveback at Corner Bakery (5369 W. Touhy) - Feb. 4, 6:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
• PALS meeting - Feb. 9, 7 p.m., at Lincoln Hall library
• PALS After Dark fundraising event - Feb. 21, 6 p.m., at Edison Park Inn

Get ready for an evening packed with delicious food, fun games, lively mingling, and plenty of FUNdraising! Look forward to silent and live auctions, raffles, and exciting chances to take home amazing prizes. Join us for PALS After Dark on Feb. 21 at Edison Park Inn. This year’s celebration is shaping up to be unforgettable!

In need of a parent’s night out without the kids? Lincolnwood Parks and Rec will host a Kids Night In (Grades K-5) at the Community Center from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m.! Kids will have an exciting evening with a movie night, creative arts and crafts, and plenty of games. Pizza will be served up for dinner, so no need to worry about mealtime before drop-off. Register before Feb. 18.

Save the date for the third annual PALS pickleball tournament fundraiser! Sunday, March 22, 1 p.m., at Pickledilly(4919 Main St. in Skokie). More details coming soon.

Support PALS throughout the year on scheduled giveback nights at your favorite local eateries.

Be sure to check the Virtual Bulletin Board on the SD74 website regularly for special announcements from around the community.

• Lincolnwood Baseball Softball Association Game Nights at Lincoln Hall - Feb. 4, Feb. 12 View the league calendar.
• Enchanted Dinner Dance - Feb. 6, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Enjoy a night under the stars. Advanced registration required.
• Lincolnwood Parks and Rec Spring Break Camp - March 30-April 3. Register today.

www.sd74.org

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