Tuesday Newsday

• 4th Grade STEM Night - Feb. 24
• North Cook Spelling Bee - Feb. 25
• SD74 Summer Adventures registration opens for SD74 families - Feb. 27
• RED OUT for Boys Varsity Basketball - Feb. 27
• District closed in observance of Pulaski Day - March 2
• SD74 Summer Adventures registration opens for out-of-district families - March 6
• Parent-Teacher Conferences/Portfolio Nights Sign-ups OPEN - March 10, 7 p.m.
• North Cook PK-8 Better Together Job Fair - March 14, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
• Parent-Teacher Conferences/Portfolio Nights Sign-ups CLOSE - March 20, 12 a.m.
• Cahill Scholarship Application closes - March 23
• Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences/Portfolio Night - March 24
• Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences/Portfolio Night - March 26
• AM-Only Student Attendance Day - March 27
• Pre-K schedule: No students; Parent-Teacher Conferences
• Spring Break - March 30-April 3

You can now preview SD74 Summer Adventures courses in the District Web Store. Registration for SD74 families opens on Feb. 27. Out-of-district families may register beginning March 6.

SD74 Summer Adventures runs June 22 through July 30, 2026. There are no classes on Fridays, and no classes the week of June 29 - July 2

The statewide 5Essentials Survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of schools in Illinois, including SD74 schools. Completing the survey as a parent/guardian lets you share your thoughts on the important elements of school effectiveness. You can access the survey here. The survey will close on March 13. Thank you in advance for your participation!

The District is seeking volunteers for the selection committee that reviews Cahill Scholarship applications. Please complete this form by March 13 to indicate your interest.

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.

• Giveback at Chuck. E. Cheese (7142 Carpenter Rd., Skokie) - March 2, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
• PALS meeting - March 9, 7 p.m., at Todd Hall library
• Restaurant Giveback at Blaze Pizza (5712 W. Touhy) - March 16, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

These generous businesses went above and beyond to support PALS After Dark, helping us make this year’s event our best yet. PALS is honored to partner with organizations that truly believe in education and giving back to our District. Thank you for your ongoing support and for helping make Teacher Appreciation Week so special!

No school! No problem! Enjoy a fun day at Chuck E. Cheese in Village Crossing (7142 Carpenter Rd.) and support PALS on Monday, March 2. Save money and experience epic arcade games, crave-able goodies, and special moments with Chuck E. 20% of all sales will be donated to PALS.

Get ready to dink, smash, and serve on a fun day of competition and community!

PALS' Pickleball Tournament puts the FUN in fundraiser and raises money for the Teacher Mini-Grant Program, which provides teachers with small grants to fund creative projects, classroom resources, and innovative learning experiences. This year, we received $4,000 in grant requests and proudly funded 60% of them, bringing new and exciting opportunities right to classrooms.

Register to join the Pickleball Tournament, taking place on Sunday, March 22, at Pickledilly in Skokie. Besides winning first place, there's also a competition for Best Dressed and Best Team Name.

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

Feb. 17 - Todd Hall friends enjoy the Spring tease

Feb. 20 - Rutledge Hall prepares for its PE Olympics Closing Ceremony

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

• Bingo and Scoops with the Blue - March 11 Learn more.
• Lincolnwood Parks and Rec Spring Break Camp - March 30-April 3. Register today.
• Easter Egg Hunt - April 4 Learn more.

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