More thank-you's going out to Aleiya, Josiah, Gracelynn Curtis, Micah, Meena, Muna, Kaliani, Karlo, Skye, Onjrae, Casey , Kylise, and Layla !!
We’d be "Airheads" if we didn't say THANK YOU! 🎈
Thanks for completing your 2026–2027 registration. We can’t wait for a sweet school year ahead!
Please register for the 26-27 school year to secure your prek or Kindergarten spot! https://www.sd163.com/page/register-online
We’d be "Airheads" if we didn't say THANK YOU! 🎈
Thanks for completing your 2026–2027 registration. We can’t wait for a sweet school year ahead!
Please register for the 26-27 school year to secure your prek or Kindergarten spot! https://www.sd163.com/page/register-online
🌱 Every great farmer starts with their first seed.
This week, our PreK scholars at Algonquin Early Childhood Center planted their very first flowers — kneeling in the soil, trowels in hand, faces full of wonder. They may not know it yet, but they are beginning a journey that runs all the way through District 163. 🌸
Over at Barack Obama School, that same journey has blossomed into something incredible. 🥕🍅 Our older scholars aren't just learning about plants — they are growing food and selling it at the Farmers Market. Real produce. Real customers. Real entrepreneurship. These students are building life skills in agriculture, business, and community service all at once.
This is what a PreK–8 horticulture pathway looks like in action. Today's little gardener digging in a flower bed is tomorrow's young entrepreneur selling at the market. 🌻
District 163 is growing more than plants — we are growing future leaders.
This week, our PreK scholars at Algonquin Early Childhood Center planted their very first flowers — kneeling in the soil, trowels in hand, faces full of wonder. They may not know it yet, but they are beginning a journey that runs all the way through District 163. 🌸
Over at Barack Obama School, that same journey has blossomed into something incredible. 🥕🍅 Our older scholars aren't just learning about plants — they are growing food and selling it at the Farmers Market. Real produce. Real customers. Real entrepreneurship. These students are building life skills in agriculture, business, and community service all at once.
This is what a PreK–8 horticulture pathway looks like in action. Today's little gardener digging in a flower bed is tomorrow's young entrepreneur selling at the market. 🌻
District 163 is growing more than plants — we are growing future leaders.
We’d be "Airheads" if we didn't say THANK YOU! 🎈
Thanks for completing your 2026–2027 registration. We can’t wait for a sweet school year ahead!
Treats sent home today to Tristen,Sunaee, Emani, Aniyah, Jorie, Ariel, Malachi, Jaziel, Carmen, Aiden, Malachi, Benjamin, Tristian, Kai'ro, Hilda, David, Carter, Malaysia!!
Please register for the 26-27 school year to secure your prek or Kindergarten spot!!
Reminder: our littles who will be going to Kindergarten in the Fall will have a BLAST OFF TO KINDERGARTEN celebration this Friday, May 22, at 9:00 AM. We will start at 9:00 AM sharp, and parking is limited to give yourself enough time !! Doors will open to families at 8:15 AM. We can't wait to celebrate!!
Please no Caps and Gowns for the ceremony - DRESS TO IMPRESS
Please no Caps and Gowns for the ceremony - DRESS TO IMPRESS
Dear Park Forest-Chicago Heights School District 163 Families,
We are excited to inform you that online registration is open for all returning students. The registration process typically takes just 10 to 15 minutes. We strongly encourage all parents to complete registration by June 2, 2026. Doing so will save you the time of registering in person and the possibility of your student losing their current school preference. The online registration portal will close on June 2, 2026. At that time, all families will be required to register in person. To register your child, please visit our website at: https://www.sd163.com/page/register-online.
Please have the following required documents ready to upload:
• One (1) of the following: Current Mortgage Statement, Tax Bill, or Current Lease.
•Two (2) of the following: Nicor Bill, ComEd Bill, or Water Bill. These must be dated within the last thirty (30) days.
• Physical/Immunization records dated after September 1, 2025 (All Kindergarten and 6th Grade Students)
• Current Eye Exam
• Current Dental Exam
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our registration hotline at 708-668-9429. Thank you!
We are excited to inform you that online registration is open for all returning students. The registration process typically takes just 10 to 15 minutes. We strongly encourage all parents to complete registration by June 2, 2026. Doing so will save you the time of registering in person and the possibility of your student losing their current school preference. The online registration portal will close on June 2, 2026. At that time, all families will be required to register in person. To register your child, please visit our website at: https://www.sd163.com/page/register-online.
Please have the following required documents ready to upload:
• One (1) of the following: Current Mortgage Statement, Tax Bill, or Current Lease.
•Two (2) of the following: Nicor Bill, ComEd Bill, or Water Bill. These must be dated within the last thirty (30) days.
• Physical/Immunization records dated after September 1, 2025 (All Kindergarten and 6th Grade Students)
• Current Eye Exam
• Current Dental Exam
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our registration hotline at 708-668-9429. Thank you!
Dear Park Forest-Chicago Heights School District 163 Families,
We are excited to inform you that online registration is open for all returning students. The registration process typically takes just 10 to 15 minutes. We strongly encourage all parents to complete registration by June 2, 2026. Doing so will save you the time of registering in person and the possibility of your student losing their current school preference. The online registration portal will close on June 2, 2026. At that time, all families will be required to register in person. To register your child, please visit our website at: https://www.sd163.com/page/register-online.
Please have the following required documents ready to upload:
• One (1) of the following: Current Mortgage Statement, Tax Bill, or Current Lease.
•Two (2) of the following: Nicor Bill, ComEd Bill, or Water Bill. These must be dated within the last thirty (30) days.
• Physical/Immunization records dated after September 1, 2025 (All Kindergarten and 6th Grade Students)
• Current Eye Exam
• Current Dental Exam
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our registration hotline at 708-668-9429. Thank you!
We are excited to inform you that online registration is open for all returning students. The registration process typically takes just 10 to 15 minutes. We strongly encourage all parents to complete registration by June 2, 2026. Doing so will save you the time of registering in person and the possibility of your student losing their current school preference. The online registration portal will close on June 2, 2026. At that time, all families will be required to register in person. To register your child, please visit our website at: https://www.sd163.com/page/register-online.
Please have the following required documents ready to upload:
• One (1) of the following: Current Mortgage Statement, Tax Bill, or Current Lease.
•Two (2) of the following: Nicor Bill, ComEd Bill, or Water Bill. These must be dated within the last thirty (30) days.
• Physical/Immunization records dated after September 1, 2025 (All Kindergarten and 6th Grade Students)
• Current Eye Exam
• Current Dental Exam
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our registration hotline at 708-668-9429. Thank you!
This morning, we received a call from the Park Forest Police Department notifying us of a suspect in the area. Out of an abundance of caution, we immediately initiated a lockdown to ensure the safety of all students and staff.
During this time, our security guard escorted all arriving students safely into the building, and families were kindly asked to remain in their vehicles. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we worked to keep everyone safe.
We are happy to report that the suspect was apprehended, and we received the official all clear. School is operating normally.
🙏 A heartfelt thank you to the Park Forest Police Department for their swift action and for keeping our school community safe. We are grateful for their partnership and dedication.
🎉🌮 What an incredible Cinco de Mayo celebration at Algonquin PreK! A HUGE thank you to District #163, the district office, our amazing family educators, and a special shoutout to Jeremiah. And, of course, our families who joined us !!!
The crafts, snacks, games, and of course the PIÑATA had our little ones smiling from ear to ear! 🪅✨ We are so grateful to be part of a community that celebrates together and creates these special memories for our kids. Gracias to everyone who made it happen! 💛❤️💚
#AlgonquinPreK #District163 #CincoDeMayo #FamilyEducators #CommunityLove #PreKPride
🎉🌮 ¡Qué increíble celebración de Cinco de Mayo en Algonquin PreK! Un ENORME agradecimiento al Distrito #163, la oficina del distrito, nuestros increíbles educadores familiares, ¡y un reconocimiento especial a Jeremiah . 🎊
¡Las manualidades, los bocadillos, los juegos y por supuesto la PIÑATA hicieron que nuestros pequeños sonrieran de oreja a oreja! 🪅✨ Estamos muy agradecidos de ser parte de una comunidad que celebra junta y crea estos momentos especiales para nuestros niños. ¡Gracias a todos los que lo hicieron posible! 💛❤️💚
#AlgonquinPreK #Distrito163 #CincoDeMayo #EducadoresFamiliares #AmorComunitario #OrguллоPreK
The crafts, snacks, games, and of course the PIÑATA had our little ones smiling from ear to ear! 🪅✨ We are so grateful to be part of a community that celebrates together and creates these special memories for our kids. Gracias to everyone who made it happen! 💛❤️💚
#AlgonquinPreK #District163 #CincoDeMayo #FamilyEducators #CommunityLove #PreKPride
🎉🌮 ¡Qué increíble celebración de Cinco de Mayo en Algonquin PreK! Un ENORME agradecimiento al Distrito #163, la oficina del distrito, nuestros increíbles educadores familiares, ¡y un reconocimiento especial a Jeremiah . 🎊
¡Las manualidades, los bocadillos, los juegos y por supuesto la PIÑATA hicieron que nuestros pequeños sonrieran de oreja a oreja! 🪅✨ Estamos muy agradecidos de ser parte de una comunidad que celebra junta y crea estos momentos especiales para nuestros niños. ¡Gracias a todos los que lo hicieron posible! 💛❤️💚
#AlgonquinPreK #Distrito163 #CincoDeMayo #EducadoresFamiliares #AmorComunitario #OrguллоPreK
💙 Happy National Nurses Day! 💙
Today we want to shine a very special spotlight on our incredible School Health Assistant, Ms. Genesis Dillard! 🌟
Day after day, Ms. Dillard shows up with a caring heart, a gentle hand, and a warm smile that makes every student feel safe and seen. Whether it's tending to a scraped knee, calming a nervous child, or simply being a reassuring presence in our school — she does it all with so much grace and dedication.
Ms. Dillard, we see you. We appreciate you. And we are so grateful you are part of our school family. 🏫❤️
Thank you for the love and care you pour into our students every single day. You make our school a healthier, happier place to be!
#NursesDay #NationalNursesDay #SchoolNurse #ThankYou #SchoolFamily #HealthHero #MsDillard #Grateful
Today we want to shine a very special spotlight on our incredible School Health Assistant, Ms. Genesis Dillard! 🌟
Day after day, Ms. Dillard shows up with a caring heart, a gentle hand, and a warm smile that makes every student feel safe and seen. Whether it's tending to a scraped knee, calming a nervous child, or simply being a reassuring presence in our school — she does it all with so much grace and dedication.
Ms. Dillard, we see you. We appreciate you. And we are so grateful you are part of our school family. 🏫❤️
Thank you for the love and care you pour into our students every single day. You make our school a healthier, happier place to be!
#NursesDay #NationalNursesDay #SchoolNurse #ThankYou #SchoolFamily #HealthHero #MsDillard #Grateful
Great Morning Algonquin Prek Families!
Please see the attached save the date flyer for our upcoming "Blast Off To Kindergarten" spring celebration coming up on May 22nd.
This week, we celebrate our AMAZING teachers at Algonquin PreK! 🌟
Every day, our teachers show up with patience, creativity, and so much love for our littlest learners. They don't just teach — they inspire, nurture, and plant seeds that grow for a lifetime. 💛
To our incredible Algonquin PreK Crew: THANK YOU for everything you do. We are so grateful to have you!
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #AlgonquinPreK #ThankATeacher #EarlyChildhoodEducation #PreKProud
Every day, our teachers show up with patience, creativity, and so much love for our littlest learners. They don't just teach — they inspire, nurture, and plant seeds that grow for a lifetime. 💛
To our incredible Algonquin PreK Crew: THANK YOU for everything you do. We are so grateful to have you!
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #AlgonquinPreK #ThankATeacher #EarlyChildhoodEducation #PreKProud
It takes a village to raise a child — and that village includes every single person in our cafeteria. 🌟 On #NationalSchoolLunchDay, we're grateful for the team that keeps our students fueled and ready to learn. We see you, and we appreciate you! Thanks, Ms. Bobbi and Ms. Bri !!
🚒 Fire drill practice matters — especially for our youngest learners!
At Algonquin PreK, we take fire drills seriously because preparation saves lives. When students and staff practice together regularly, everyone knows exactly what to do — no panic, no confusion, just calm and safe action.
Why it matters
Builds confidence so children feel safe, not scared
Helps staff practice guiding little ones quickly and calmly
Establishes muscle memory so everyone acts — not reacts
Strengthens the trust between students, teachers & families
We're proud of our students and staff for taking every drill seriously. A few minutes of practice today means a lifetime of safety skills. 💛
#AlgonquinPreK #FireSafety #SafetyFirst #EarlyChildhood #PreKProud #CommunityStrong
At Algonquin PreK, we take fire drills seriously because preparation saves lives. When students and staff practice together regularly, everyone knows exactly what to do — no panic, no confusion, just calm and safe action.
Why it matters
Builds confidence so children feel safe, not scared
Helps staff practice guiding little ones quickly and calmly
Establishes muscle memory so everyone acts — not reacts
Strengthens the trust between students, teachers & families
We're proud of our students and staff for taking every drill seriously. A few minutes of practice today means a lifetime of safety skills. 💛
#AlgonquinPreK #FireSafety #SafetyFirst #EarlyChildhood #PreKProud #CommunityStrong
When our Pre-K learners pick up magnetic tiles, they aren't just playing — they're problem-solving, spatial reasoning, and learning the fundamentals of engineering and design.
The towers, domes, and geometric patterns you see here? Those are the first blueprints of future architects, engineers, mathematicians, and innovators.
"Play is the highest form of research." — Albert Einstein
#PreK #EarlyChildhoodEducation #FutureCareers #STEAMlearning #EarlyLearning #YoungEngineers #MagneticTiles #PlayBasedLearning #EducationMatters #BuildingTheFuture
The towers, domes, and geometric patterns you see here? Those are the first blueprints of future architects, engineers, mathematicians, and innovators.
"Play is the highest form of research." — Albert Einstein
#PreK #EarlyChildhoodEducation #FutureCareers #STEAMlearning #EarlyLearning #YoungEngineers #MagneticTiles #PlayBasedLearning #EducationMatters #BuildingTheFuture
🎒 The "Great Backpack Rescue" 🍎
Is it just us, or do book bags have a magical way of becoming time capsules for half-eaten granola bars and "top secret" crumpled drawings?
It’s time for a Backpack Reset! Take 10 minutes tonight to sit down with your kids and dive into those zippers. Trust us, your future self (and your nose) will thank you.
Why do a weekly sweep?
The Science Project Prevention: Find that rogue banana peel or half-empty juice box before it starts growing its own ecosystem. 🦠
The Paper Trail: Discover those permission slips, drawings, and "bring this back tomorrow" notes that got buried under a sweater.
Weight Management: Lighten the load! Clearing out old heavy folders and "cool rocks" from the playground helps keep those little backs healthy. 🦴
Restock & Prep: See what needs replacing—pencils, hand sanitizer, or that favorite fidget toy that went MIA.
Pro-Tip: Make it a "Bag Dump" race! Set a timer for 5 minutes and see who can find the oldest piece of paper or the most surprising "treasure." 🏆
Happy cleaning, Algonquin Families ! You've got this. #ParentingHacks #BackToSchool #OrganizationTips #BackpackReset #CleanSweep
Is it just us, or do book bags have a magical way of becoming time capsules for half-eaten granola bars and "top secret" crumpled drawings?
It’s time for a Backpack Reset! Take 10 minutes tonight to sit down with your kids and dive into those zippers. Trust us, your future self (and your nose) will thank you.
Why do a weekly sweep?
The Science Project Prevention: Find that rogue banana peel or half-empty juice box before it starts growing its own ecosystem. 🦠
The Paper Trail: Discover those permission slips, drawings, and "bring this back tomorrow" notes that got buried under a sweater.
Weight Management: Lighten the load! Clearing out old heavy folders and "cool rocks" from the playground helps keep those little backs healthy. 🦴
Restock & Prep: See what needs replacing—pencils, hand sanitizer, or that favorite fidget toy that went MIA.
Pro-Tip: Make it a "Bag Dump" race! Set a timer for 5 minutes and see who can find the oldest piece of paper or the most surprising "treasure." 🏆
Happy cleaning, Algonquin Families ! You've got this. #ParentingHacks #BackToSchool #OrganizationTips #BackpackReset #CleanSweep
What a BEAUTIFUL day to celebrate our earth!! 🌍✨ Today we're giving some serious love to the planet that keeps us all thriving. Whether we're learning about nature, planting seeds, or simply appreciating the amazing world around us, every moment counts. 🌱💚 Our students have been absolutely incredible, showing such enthusiasm and care for Mother Earth. It's moments like these that remind us why protecting our planet matters so much. 🌿🌞 Thanks for nurturing that same spirit of environmental love at home!
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🎉 A HUGE shout-out to Mrs. Lacy on Administrative Professionals Day! 🌟 This incredible human keeps our school running like a well-oiled machine, and we honestly don't know what we'd do without her. 💪 A massive thank you to all the families and ALGONQUIN crew members who contributed to her survival kit—your generosity made her day extra special! 🙌 Mrs. Lacy, you're absolutely amazing! ✨
🎉 Exciting news alert! 🎉 We're thrilled to welcome Ms. Johnson and Ms. Vanessa to our ALG family as they launch our brand new Classroom 9 team! 🌟 Our program is growing, and we've opened up another half-day classroom to make room for all our amazing PreK littles. Please join us in giving these wonderful educators the warmest welcome as they settle in and get ready to make this year unforgettable! 👏✨
It is a BEAUTIFUL day to celebrate our amazing planet 🌎- join us for playgroup today at 9:30 or 1:30 !! I found this amazing reminder outside our door that reminded me our littles can use ANYTHING to create and make art!! Get outside and PLAY!!
🌍 Happy Earth Day — join us for Earth Day Playgroup! 🌱
We're celebrating our amazing planet with fun activities, outdoor play, and green-themed goodness for little ones and their grown-ups!
🌿 Nature crafts & sensory play
🎨 Earth-themed art activities
🤝 Community connection & new friends
✨ Free & open to all ages
📅 April 17 | ⏰ 9:30 AM and 1:30 PM | 📍 Algonquin Pre K Center
💚 Together, let's teach our little ones to love and care for this incredible Earth. 🌍
#EarthDay #Playgroup #EarthDay2026 #FamilyFun #LittleNaturalists #KidsActivities
We're celebrating our amazing planet with fun activities, outdoor play, and green-themed goodness for little ones and their grown-ups!
🌿 Nature crafts & sensory play
🎨 Earth-themed art activities
🤝 Community connection & new friends
✨ Free & open to all ages
📅 April 17 | ⏰ 9:30 AM and 1:30 PM | 📍 Algonquin Pre K Center
💚 Together, let's teach our little ones to love and care for this incredible Earth. 🌍
#EarthDay #Playgroup #EarthDay2026 #FamilyFun #LittleNaturalists #KidsActivities
