Weekly Update 12/12

December 12, 2025

Dear Oak Brook Families,

Just a reminder...next week is our last week of school before Winter Break. School will not be in session from Monday, December 22 through Friday, December 2. We will resume school on Monday, January 5. Friday, December 19 is a half day. We will dismiss at 11:35.

Have a great weekend!

Sincerely,

Katie & Chris

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The Parkway Alumni Association is proud to sponsor the Granting Dreams Program, a dynamic initiative that empowers Parkway students in grades K–12 to pursue their passions and expand their learning beyond the classroom.

This impactful program provides three distinct grant opportunities:

Dream Grants – Open to all K–12 students, these grants support educational experiences, activities, or projects aligned with a student’s personal interests and aspirations.
Thomas Phelps Entrepreneurship Awards – Designed for high school students in grades 9–12 with an interest in business or entrepreneurship, these awards help turn innovative ideas into real-world experiences.
John Baker Music Scholar Awards – Honoring talented band students in grades 10–11, these awards recognize musical excellence and dedication.

As part of building initiative and independence, students are encouraged to complete their own applications. However, accommodations are available for those who need help with typing or handwriting.

Thanks to the generosity of donors, the Granting Dreams Program provides students with meaningful opportunities to grow, create, and pursue what inspires them most. You can help turn dreams into reality—one student at a time.

Granting Dreams Application

Generosity

This week we will focus on generosity. If you get a chance, please talk with your child this week about generosity and how you demonstrate this important value as a family.

Monday, December 15 - Garden Club
Tuesday, December 16 - Papa John's Night
Wednesday, December 17 - Singing Eagles
Thursday, December 18 - 4th Grade Singing Eagles winter sing (before school) and Read, Right & Run
Friday, December 19 - 5th Grade Singing Eagles winter sing (before school) and 1/2 day dismissal at 11:35
Monday, December 22-Friday, January 2 - Winter Break