Tuesday Newsday

• District Closed in Observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - Jan. 19
• Niles West Young Creatives Art Show - Jan. 21
• Rutledge Hall Family Read Night - Jan. 22, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• 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.

To indicate your interest in volunteering for a Valentine's Day party, complete this form, which will open tonight at 7 p.m. and 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.

People Active with Lincolnwood Schools is thrilled to announce that its PALS After Dark event will be held on February 21 at Edison Park Inn! Join PALS for a special parent’s night out fundraiser, with all proceeds going directly toward creating a memorable Teacher Appreciation Week and funding scholarships for SD74 grads.

Connect with your neighbors and fellow parents for an evening of dining, games, raffles, and a silent auction! Ticket prices include pizza and appetizers, all-you-can-drink soft drinks, and more.

Thanks to the community supporting this event last year, PALS was able to increase the number and award amount for the John Cahill Community Service Scholarships and celebrate staff, teachers, and bus drivers during Teacher Appreciation Week with hot meals and snacks, goodie bags and treats, and decorated lounges.

Need childcare? Register your kids (K-5th grade) for a “Kids Night In” at the community center from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m., hosted by Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation.

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 will open on Friday, Jan. 16 on the District website.

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, 2026 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. RSVP forthcoming.

Join us for a parent presentation on digital wellness with Dr. Devorah Heitner, taking place on Jan. 29, 7 p.m., at the Lincoln Hall Auditorium. Discussion topics include:

• How to mentor kids as they grow up on social media apps.
• How to assess readiness for a new tech milestone.
• How to work on sleep habits to balance screen time and rest.
• How to help kids navigate exposure to problematic content.

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.

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

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

Jan. 8 - A can't-miss digital wellness presentation for parents

Jan. 9 - Rutledge Hall's new wall display gets the thumbs up from students

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 - Jan. 13, Jan. 26, 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.

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