D124 Family Newsletter - 10-19-26
The D124 Board of Education will be holding their regular meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. at the district office located at 2929 W. 87th St.
The class got to take part in a variety of activities to help them experience a day in the life of their beloved classmate Jack, who is blind.
"The students moved, played, read, and typed with eye masks on so they could experience these things like Jack does," said Cushing. "It was a lot of fun and led to a lot of great conversations!"
It was a wonderful way to learn more about the perspectives of others and build a strong classroom community through shared experiences and personal connections.
We are looking for parents who are interested in joining the D124 Parent Advisory Committee! At Evergreen Park School District 124, we believe parents are important partners in our students’ success, and we value your feedback and perspectives.
The Parent Advisory Committee brings together parents from across our district’s four quadrants to share ideas, provide feedback, and help ensure that district initiatives reflect the needs and priorities of our families. This committee is an opportunity to connect with other parents, share your voice, and collaborate with district leadership to identify ways to better support our students and school community.
If you are interested in serving on the Parent Advisory Committee, please complete the interest form linked below. We look forward to connecting with families who want to be involved and help make a positive impact across D124!
Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 has a long history of bringing high-quality learning to the PreK-8 students in Evergreen Park. After hearing from our community on a larger proposal, we have revised the plans to focus on the main priority, Central Middle School.
At their August 12, 2026 meeting, the D124 Board of Education unanimously approved a resolution to place a Bond Referendum Question on the November 3, 2026, ballot.
District 124 is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. After a thorough process working with community members, a proposal was brought to a task force that seeks to address its highest-priority capital facility needs districtwide by replacing Central Middle School and making critical improvements at its four elementary schools. Community feedback was shared that the proposed plan was simply too large in nature to move forward with a March 2026 election.
The district worked with architects to revise the proposal to focus on the consistent priority item that was identified throughout the process, Central Middle School. The new proposal is $41.8 million less than the previous proposal and is focused on safety and security, modern learning environments, and establishing a school that could serve current and future generations of students in Evergreen Park.
The $68 million bond issue proposes to replace Central Middle School with a new, modern facility. If approved, homeowners would see an estimated LY2026 Tax Bill Change for a $300,000 home of $604, or approximately $50 per month, significantly less than the previous proposal. This estimate does not include the standard homeowner exemption, or other possible exemptions, which would result in a lower tax impact.
Visit the Proposal Page on the D124 website for more information and be sure to participate in this election process!
Don't miss the Fall Pop-Up Market happening on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northwest School.
For just $1, you'll score entry and a raffle ticket for a chance to snag some awesome prizes and support Northwest. The event will feature more than 25 vendors and the $1 entry donation includes a raffle ticket.
We are looking for parents and community members who are interested in becoming substitute teachers! Subbing is a great way to support our students and staff while enjoying a flexible schedule—you can choose the days that work best for you. Substitute teachers are paid $150 per day, and it’s a wonderful opportunity to spend time in our schools, get to know our staff and students, and be an important part of our school community. If you’ve ever thought about becoming a substitute, we’d love to have you join our team! Check out the steps in this document to get started! Any questions? Reach out to Mary Kate McGarry (mamcgarry@d124.org).
D124 Community Education has announced fall 2026 classes with two new classes focused on important health and safety topics.
Stop the Bleed will take place on Monday, Oct. 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Evergreen Park Fire Department.
Severe bleeding can happen anywhere and at any time. Knowing what to do in the first few minutes can make a life-saving difference. The Stop the Bleed class teaches participants simple, practical techniques to recognize life-threatening bleeding and take immediate action while waiting for emergency medical services.
Registration fee is $50. Learn more and register today!
The other class, Introduction to Fire Extinguishers will also take place at the Evergreen Park Fire Department on Monday, Oct. 26 at 6:30 p.m.
Fire extinguishers are important safety devices used to control and put out small fires before they spread and become more dangerous. The Evergreen Park Fire Department will teach you the different types of fires and you will then learn how to use a fire extinguisher.
Registration fee is $30.
Regarding Stop the Bleed, Introduction to Fire Extinguishers, CPR, or First Aid classes, please call the Evergreen Park Fire Department at (708) 422-2148 to register and make payment.