Parent News
March 2025
Hello March!
Goodbye winter, hello March! We're excited for the longer days and all the new adventures this month will bring. Our Annual Multicultural Festival will take place on Saturday, March 15th, at BPMS from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Join us for a day filled with a variety of vendors, community organizations, music, entertainment, and much more!
Next PTO Meetings
NP - March 5th at 5:30 PM
KM - March 10 at 5:30 PM
OC - March 11th at 5:30 PM
BPMS - March 17th at 7:00 PM via google meet
HW - March 20th at 5:30 PM
District Calendar
Tuesday March 4th - School Improvement Day - 2 Hours Early Release for Students
Monday March 10th - Parent Teacher Conferences - NO SCHOOL
Saturday March 15th - Multicultural Festival at BPMS 9 AM - 2 PM
Monday March 17th - Regular Board Meeting-BPMS 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Monday March 24th - Friday March 28th - Spring Break NO SCHOOL
JOIN US
DRONE PROGRAM - BPMS
OAK CREST PTO
KENNETH MURPHY - (2ND - 5TH GRADERS) SIGN UP NOW FOR THE SPRING
FREE 1-DAY SOCCER CLINIC AT KENNETH MURPHY
FREE 1-DAY SOCCER CLINIC AT HOWE ELEMENTARY
Local Food Pantries
The Giving Point
- Every Monday (Excluding Holidays) 1:30 PM - 6:00 PM
- 900 Lewis Ave Winthrop Harbor IL 60096
- First-time visitors must register at the location and present an ID along with a piece of mail showing their current address.
Abiding Love Food Pantry
- Food for residents of zion, winthrop harbor, wadsworth, or beach park
Every Wednesday from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM, you can attend weekly. You will need to provide an ID with your current address or a piece of mail that shows your address for verification.
St. Patrick Catholic Church
Monday to Thursday, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. First-time visitors will need to provide an ID and proof of address.
You must call in advance to confirm food availability, and you can only visit once a month.
- 847-244-6661
Our Lady of Humility
Tuesday and Wednesday, from 9:00 PM to 10:30 AM.
- You will need to call in advance to confirm food availability, and you can only visit once a month.
- 847-872-8778
WAUKEGAN PARK DISTRICT
ZION PARK DISTRICT
CHAMPIONS BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE
SIGN UP NOW FOR SPRING & SUMMER BREAK
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT FOOD SERVICE
Dear Parent/Guardian:
Children need healthy meals to learn. Beach Park School District 3 will be
offering healthy meals to all students at no cost every school day in the School
Year 2024-2025. Your child(ren) will receive free breakfast and lunch meals every
school day without having to pay a fee or submit a household application.
Your child(ren)’s school is approved to operate Community Eligibility Provision. No
further action is required of you. Your child(ren) will be able to receive free meals
without having to pay a fee or submit an application.
If you have any questions, please email Monika Jankovics at monjankovics@bpd3.org.
Sincerely,
Monika Jankovics
Beach Park CCSD3
Food Service Coordinator
Recipe Of The Month
Mint Matcha Milk Shake
- ½ cup milk or almond milk
- 1 tablespoon matcha powder
- 1 pint mint-chocolate chip ice cream, slightly softened
- 3 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
- Whipped cream
- Matcha powder
Directions
- Whisk together 1 tablespoon matcha powder and 1/2 cup milk or almond milk until no lumps remain.
- In a blender combine matcha mixture, 1 pint slightly softened mint-chocolate chip ice cream, and 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint; cover and blend until combined. Top with whipped cream and, if desired, dust with additional matcha powder
Events Going On In The Community This Month!
Daca Renewal & Citizenship Workshop
When: March 3rd, 2025
Where: Warren-Newport Public Library
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Teens/Adults
- Register
Sewing Machine Demonstration
When: March 4th, 2025
Where: Warren-Newport Public Library
Time: 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
- Teens/Adults
Family Movie Night - The Wild Robot
When: March 4th, 2025
Where: Warren-Newport Public Library
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Family
It's Pink - Arts & Crafts
When: March 8th, 2025
Where: Warren-Newport Public Library
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Children
- A barbie celebration
Utility Bill Clinic
When: March 12th, 2025
Where:Warren-Newport Public Library
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Adults
- Register
- Join citizens utility board for a free one on one appt. to discuss ways you can reduce the costs of your electric, gas, and both landline and cell phone bills.
Springtime Karaoke
When: March 18th, 2025
Where:Warren-Newport Public Library
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Adult/Teens
Magic the Gathering
When: March 2nd, 2025
Where: Zion Public Library
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM- All ages
Microsoft 101
When: March 3rd, 2025
Where: Zion Public LibraryTime: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Adults
Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club
When: March 4th, 2025
Where: Zion Public LibraryTime: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Register
Community Hub
When: March 5th, 2025
Where: Zion Public Library
Time: 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- All ages
- Community resources
Teen Cooking Club- Buffalo Chicken Dip
When: March 19th, 2025
Where: Zion Public Library
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
- Teens 6th -12th grade
- Register
Art Lab
When: March 24th, 2025
Where: Zion Public Library
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- K - 2nd grade
- Register
Family Storytime
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 10:30 PM - 11:00 AM
- Families
- Children 0 - 5
Padres Mentores/ Parent Mentors - HACES
When: March 7th, 2025
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- Adults
Baby Playdate at the Library
When: March 12th, 2025
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Newborn - 12 months
- For babies and their caregivers
Little Wonders - All about Spring
When: March 12th, 2025
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Preschool 3-5
- Register
Take Home Monster Craft Kits
When: March 10th - March 14th, 2025
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: All day
- Take home a kit of zany monster crafts while supplies last
- Children 0 - 12
Kinder Ready: Sorting & Cutting Skills
When: March 19th, 2025
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Practice sorting buttons by size and color and practice your cutting skills by cutting ribbon
- Ages 3 - 5 with caregiver
Creative Writing Workshop
When: March 24th, 2025
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
- Teens 13 - 17
- Bring in or work on your latest writing project and give and receive encouragement from other teens
Fun & Fancy: Doll Tea Party
When: March 28th, 2025
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Treats, games and a special doll to take home
- K - 5th grade
EVENTS NEARBY
ZION TOWNSHIP
District Parent & Community Relations Coordinator
Cristina Julian
Office: 847-599-5029
Cell: 773-357-7398
11315 W. Wadsworth Road Beach Park IL 60099
Open office hours:
Don’t hesitate to reach out to schedule an appointment if you have any questions, concerns or need help finding resources.
You’re also welcome to visit the district office to chat with me in person.
