411 on 67 - 10.23.24

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Matt's Message

• Great Full Market 2024

Mark Your Calendar

• District 67 Upcoming Dates

Board of Education Update

• Upcoming District 67 Board of Education Meetings

• Highlights From the September Board of Education Meeting

News and Events

• Illinois Report Card Reminder

• An Update from the Chief Technology Officer

• Elementary Halloween Party Round-Up

• District 67 APT Thanksgiving Food Drive

• You're Invited to the Next District 115 Capital Projects/Referendum Community Update

• New LFHS Varsity Field Scoreboard is a Touchdown!

• Would You or Someone You Know Like to Learn More About Our Schools? - Subscribe to AllAccess

In Case You Missed It

• CROYA News

• Community Events

• Resources

October 23, 2024

Dear Districts 67 & 115 Community,

This past Sunday, October 20, we had the pleasure of coming together for the Great Full Market at Beacon Place in Waukegan, and I’m thrilled to share how successful the event was for both attendees and our parent and student volunteers. What started as a student-led initiative at Deer Path Middle School has become a community tradition that embodies the spirit of giving.

Our students, staff, and community partners from Districts 65, 67, and 115 worked together to provide Waukegan families with fresh produce, personal care items, and fun activities. This year’s market was made possible through the generous contributions of Quest Food Management Services, Turano, Greco & Sons, and Gordon Food Service. The joy on the faces of families, paired with the dedication of our volunteers, made the event one to remember.

I want to extend my deepest thanks to everyone who contributed their time, effort, and donations to support this year’s Great Full Market. Your generosity continues to uplift those in our neighboring communities and is a reminder of the power of giving back through service.

Sincerely,

Matthew L. Montgomery, Ph.D.

Superintendent

Below are District 67 upcoming dates as of October 23, 2024. Some dates may be subject to change. For our most updated District calendar, please visit our LF Schools Calendar Page or your school calendar linked below:

• Cherokee Calendar
• Everett Calendar
• Sheridan Calendar
• DPM Calendar

• October 23
• 7:00 pm DPM 6th/7th/8th Fall Choir Concert in DPM Auditorium
• October 25-27
• DPM 8th Grade Washington Trip
• October 28
• 7:30 am - 11:00 am Cherokee Picture Retake Day
• October 29
• 9:30 am - 1:00 pm Sheridan Picture Retake Day
• 7:00 pm District 67 Board of Education Meeting at Lake Forest High School West Campus
• 7:00 pm DPM 7th/8th Grade Band Concert in DPM Peck Gym
• October 30
• 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm DPM Athletic Photos in DPM West Cafeteria
• 7:00 pm DPM Fall Orchestra Concert in DPM Peck Gym
• October 31
• Halloween
• November 5
• NO SCHOOL - Election Day
• November 8
• NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE - Institute Day
• November 11-15
• District 67 APT Thanksgiving Food Drive

Agendas will be posted prior to the meeting on the District 67 Board of Education Meeting Dates and Materials page.

• Tuesday, October 29, 2024
  
• Tuesday, November 19, 2024
• Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Regular Meeting: Agenda | Recording | Superintendent's Report | Community Spotlight Presentation: Community Service at DPM
Budget Hearing: Agenda | Budget Hearing Report

Click Here to Watch the 9/24/24 D67 BOE Meeting "School Spotlight "- Celebrating DPM Community Service

Illinois Report Card results for District 67 will be released on October 30. Please be on the lookout for an email from the district sharing our results!

We are pleased to announce that the members of the District 67 Technology Working Group have been selected. This dedicated group of parents and guardians reflects the diverse set of experiences, backgrounds, and viewpoints in our community which are essential to fostering meaningful discussions about technology's role in our children's education.

This team will meet once per trimester to collaborate with district leaders and discuss the role of technology in our K-8 schools. The first meeting will take place on November 7. Updates will be shared with the Superintendent, the Board of Education, and the community as we continue this important work.

Members of the new committee are:

• Mallory Boyens

• Judith Koukol

• Stephen Chung-Hall
• Mary Galea
• Donna Metrou
• Ted Cragwall
• Bobby Wilson
• Jessica Albers
• Jennifer Abernathy
• Tim Flynn
• Kaylan Kane
• Cristina Roti

I look forward to collaborating with you to enhance the learning experiences of our students.

Sincerely,

Jordan Salus

Chief Technology Officer

Last Friday, Cherokee, Everett, and Sheridan elementary schools had their Halloween parties. We loved seeing everyone in their costumes and had a scary good time! A big thank you to the APT for their organization and management of this event. View some pictures from the parties below!

Many people are struggling with food insecurity in Lake County. Please help us support these families in need this Thanksgiving. Donations will benefit Cool Ministries Food Pantry, North Chicago Community Partners, and Beacon Place.

Donation Items by Grade:

• EC/Kindergarten: Rice
• 1st: Canned Fruit
• 2nd: Canned Beans
• 3rd: Stuffing Mix
• 4th: Canned Vegetables
• 5th: Corn Muffin Mix
• 6th: Canned Broth
• 7th: Canned Corn
• 8th: Rice

Please bring your donations to your school and deposit them in the bins at the front entrance of all buildings, 8:30 am-3:00 pm.

Thank you!

(Click on the images below to enlarge them!)

With the Enabling Phase coming to a close, we are pleased to report we are on time and under budget. Please join us to hear an update on our progress and future plans as we look toward Phase One construction.

Date: December 12, 2024
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Raymond Moore Auditorium at Lake Forest High School East Campus, 1285 N. McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL

At our final regular season home football game against Libertyville this past Friday, we proudly unveiled our brand new scoreboard at Varsity Field for the first time! Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor, this exciting addition made its debut as the LFHS Scouts lit up the board with a thrilling win. Take a look at the installation process below.

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• CROYA is open from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm on Friday, October 25.
• The CROYA 7th/8th Grade Halloween Party will be Tuesday, October 29, from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm.
• CROYA closes at 4:00 pm on Halloween (Thursday, October 31).
• The Annual CROYA Poinsettia Sale has begun! Orders can be placed until November 20. Call (847) 810-3980 or place your order at CROYA Poinsettia.

All students need a waiver to participate, you can find the waiver here or at CROYA.com

If your student wants to take the CROYA van from the high school, they will need a van waiver. You can find it here or at CROYA.com

Hey, D67 Community! See all of our upcoming community events through the Community Events Page on our website. Here is a preview of what you'll see:

Submit Your Design for the LF/LB Chamber Holiday Button Contest

Kids in 1st-12th grade are invited to design the 2024 LF/LB Chamber Holiday Button! The winner's design will be featured community-wide, and they’ll receive $100 in Chamber Checks.

For details, visit LFLBchamber.com or contact info@LFLBchamber.com.

Family Campfire - Lake Forest Open Lands

October 25 and November 1

Lake Forest Open Lands invites you for a moonlit hike, cider, s'mores, and Native American Storytelling with their partners at Trickster.

Virtual FAN Event: How to Raise a Citizen (And Why It's Up to You to Do It)

October 30, 2024, 7:00 pm

We're excited for the upcoming online FAN event featuring Lindsey Cormack, Ph.D., and Heidi Stevens.

Mr. V’s Day Off – Election Day

November 5, 2024

Join Mr. V at the Gorton Center for an all-day camp about Election Day!

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