🌱 FRESH FRUITS & VEGETABLES PROGRAM – APRIL 2026 🌱
Michelle Obama School of Technology and the Arts
We are excited to share our April Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program (FFVP) calendar! Each week, our M.O.S.T.A. Patriots receive a fresh vegetable every Tuesday and a fresh fruit every Thursday — right in their classrooms. This program is a wonderful opportunity to introduce students to nutritious, wholesome foods while supporting their health and learning.
🥦 VEGGIE TUESDAYS
📅 April 1 – Medley Tomato
📅 April 14 – Orange Pepper
📅 April 21 – Snap Peas
📅 April 28 – Jicama
🍉 FRUIT THURSDAYS
📅 April 2 – Watermelon
📅 April 16 – Gold Pineapple
📅 April 23 – Cantaloupe
📅 April 30 – Ruby Red Grapefruit
🌸 Please note: There will be NO FFVP deliveries during Spring Break (April 6–11). Deliveries resume April 14!
Check out the fun facts and health benefits for each item — you might learn something new right along with your Patriot!
Lead with Purpose. Act with Intention. Improve with Impact.
#MOSTAPatriots #EatFreshLearnStrong #FFVP #HealthyPatriots #District163
Michelle Obama School of Technology and the Arts
We are excited to share our April Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program (FFVP) calendar! Each week, our M.O.S.T.A. Patriots receive a fresh vegetable every Tuesday and a fresh fruit every Thursday — right in their classrooms. This program is a wonderful opportunity to introduce students to nutritious, wholesome foods while supporting their health and learning.
🥦 VEGGIE TUESDAYS
📅 April 1 – Medley Tomato
📅 April 14 – Orange Pepper
📅 April 21 – Snap Peas
📅 April 28 – Jicama
🍉 FRUIT THURSDAYS
📅 April 2 – Watermelon
📅 April 16 – Gold Pineapple
📅 April 23 – Cantaloupe
📅 April 30 – Ruby Red Grapefruit
🌸 Please note: There will be NO FFVP deliveries during Spring Break (April 6–11). Deliveries resume April 14!
Check out the fun facts and health benefits for each item — you might learn something new right along with your Patriot!
Lead with Purpose. Act with Intention. Improve with Impact.
#MOSTAPatriots #EatFreshLearnStrong #FFVP #HealthyPatriots #District163
Please see the attached flyer for information regarding IAR testing next week.
https://sd163-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/p/tlee/IQCY3eg5TbQ7R6BTsCfRGh_vAdqnr_9RTLXZaYKzQiS3sTE?e=RPNeBE
https://sd163-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/p/tlee/IQCY3eg5TbQ7R6BTsCfRGh_vAdqnr_9RTLXZaYKzQiS3sTE?e=RPNeBE
Please see the attached flyer for information regarding IAR testing next week.
https://sd163-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/p/tlee/IQCY3eg5TbQ7R6BTsCfRGh_vAdqnr_9RTLXZaYKzQiS3sTE?e=RPNeBE
RESCHEDULED DATE: Our 8th grade students and families are invited to Future Freshman Night at Rich Township High School on Tuesday, February 17th at 6:00 PM. (This event was previously postponed due to weather.)
Join us at the Fine Arts and Communications Campus (5000 Sauk Trail, Richton Park) to:
✓ Meet administrators, teachers, and coaches
✓ Learn about academic programs and activities
✓ Explore registration options for Fall 2026
This is an important step in preparing our Class of 2030 Patriots for high school success. We encourage all 8th grade families to attend!
Join us at the Fine Arts and Communications Campus (5000 Sauk Trail, Richton Park) to:
✓ Meet administrators, teachers, and coaches
✓ Learn about academic programs and activities
✓ Explore registration options for Fall 2026
This is an important step in preparing our Class of 2030 Patriots for high school success. We encourage all 8th grade families to attend!
RESCHEDULED DATE: Our 8th grade students and families are invited to Future Freshman Night at Rich Township High School on Monday, February 17th at 6:00 PM. (This event was previously postponed due to weather.)
Join us at the Fine Arts and Communications Campus (5000 Sauk Trail, Richton Park) to:
✓ Meet administrators, teachers, and coaches
✓ Learn about academic programs and activities
✓ Explore registration options for Fall 2026
This is an important step in preparing our Class of 2030 Patriots for high school success. We encourage all 8th grade families to attend!
Join us at the Fine Arts and Communications Campus (5000 Sauk Trail, Richton Park) to:
✓ Meet administrators, teachers, and coaches
✓ Learn about academic programs and activities
✓ Explore registration options for Fall 2026
This is an important step in preparing our Class of 2030 Patriots for high school success. We encourage all 8th grade families to attend!
Good morning families,
I'm reaching out about an e-learning day that has been announced for tomorrow, January 23rd. School will not be in session, and students will complete their learning remotely from home.
To ensure your student is prepared for e-learning, we need to know about your family's technology situation.
Please complete the attached survey if you have not already.
https://forms.gle/WeswpRdNqzbA7u6w9
I'm reaching out about an e-learning day that has been announced for tomorrow, January 23rd. School will not be in session, and students will complete their learning remotely from home.
To ensure your student is prepared for e-learning, we need to know about your family's technology situation.
Please complete the attached survey if you have not already.
https://forms.gle/WeswpRdNqzbA7u6w9
Please complete our technology access survey to help us plan for potential remote learning. We have NOT decided to implement e-learning—this is for preparedness only. One survey per student. https://forms.gle/jLmGGFtB5WMCXoVF8
🏀 Join M.O.S.T.A for a Legendary Night with the Chicago Bulls! 🐂
Cheer with us this season at the United Center as the Chicago Bulls take on the Cleveland Cavaliers!
📅 Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕖 Game Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL
As a special treat, M.O.S.T.A supporters are invited to an exclusive Benchwarmers Experience from 5:00–5:30 PM, where you'll get up close to the action and watch both teams warm up right near the court — before the doors even open to the public!
Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of basketball, community, and fun!
🎟️ Purchase Deadline: February 17, 2026, at 10:59 PM CST
👉 Reserve your seats now: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Michelleobama74/offer
Cheer with us this season at the United Center as the Chicago Bulls take on the Cleveland Cavaliers!
📅 Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕖 Game Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL
As a special treat, M.O.S.T.A supporters are invited to an exclusive Benchwarmers Experience from 5:00–5:30 PM, where you'll get up close to the action and watch both teams warm up right near the court — before the doors even open to the public!
Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of basketball, community, and fun!
🎟️ Purchase Deadline: February 17, 2026, at 10:59 PM CST
👉 Reserve your seats now: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Michelleobama74/offer
📣 Patriots, it's time to honor the unsung heroes in our families! This February, M.O.S.T.A. students will participate in the "Someone You Should Know" project—a district-wide writing initiative celebrating Black History Month.
Our students will interview family members to share stories of courage, resilience, and leadership that deserve to be told. These powerful conversations bridge generations and help our Patriots understand their heritage while shaping their future.
📝 Deadline: February 13
📄 Interview questions and details have been sent home
Families, your stories matter! Let's work together to preserve our history and inspire the next generation of leaders.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/14CHp_kyEa8zim480fKHR3_QgQOrza83u/view?usp=sharing
Our students will interview family members to share stories of courage, resilience, and leadership that deserve to be told. These powerful conversations bridge generations and help our Patriots understand their heritage while shaping their future.
📝 Deadline: February 13
📄 Interview questions and details have been sent home
Families, your stories matter! Let's work together to preserve our history and inspire the next generation of leaders.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/14CHp_kyEa8zim480fKHR3_QgQOrza83u/view?usp=sharing
Good Afternoon,
First and foremost we would like to give a huge thank you to all the parents, staff, and our community for supporting our students in everything they do. Tonight will be the opening night for our holiday show "Holiday Lane." Tonight show is now Sold Out. Can you believe it! We still have 45 tickets available for tomorrow's show. These tickets are first come first serve, they will not be held. We are looking forward to seeing you there but especially proud to see our amazing students. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to call the main office. (708)668-9600.
First and foremost we would like to give a huge thank you to all the parents, staff, and our community for supporting our students in everything they do. Tonight will be the opening night for our holiday show "Holiday Lane." Tonight show is now Sold Out. Can you believe it! We still have 45 tickets available for tomorrow's show. These tickets are first come first serve, they will not be held. We are looking forward to seeing you there but especially proud to see our amazing students. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to call the main office. (708)668-9600.
It's Show Time!!
Dear District 163 Families,
You are invited to join us for an amazing holiday show, “Holiday Lane,” presented by Michelle Obama School of Technology and the Arts, on December 16th and 17th @ 7pm
Ticket are still on sale between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM at Michelle Obama's main office door 9. Tickets sales will continue at the door at Rich Township but are very limited, so get them while you can enter door W9. Tickets are $5, cash ONLY.
This is a show you do not want to miss! Come out and support our talented students and enjoy a performance filled with fun, laughter, and the joy of the holiday season. We truly hope to see you there!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the main office at (708) 668-9600.
Have a wonderful day! ✨
Dear District 163 Families,
You are invited to join us for an amazing holiday show, “Holiday Lane,” presented by Michelle Obama School of Technology and the Arts, on December 16th and 17th @ 7pm
Ticket are still on sale between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM at Michelle Obama's main office door 9. Tickets sales will continue at the door at Rich Township but are very limited, so get them while you can enter door W9. Tickets are $5, cash ONLY.
This is a show you do not want to miss! Come out and support our talented students and enjoy a performance filled with fun, laughter, and the joy of the holiday season. We truly hope to see you there!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the main office at (708) 668-9600.
Have a wonderful day! ✨
🏀 Join M.O.S.T.A for a Legendary Night with the Chicago Bulls! 🐂
Cheer with us this season at the United Center as the Chicago Bulls take on the Cleveland Cavaliers!
📅 Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕖 Game Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL
As a special treat, M.O.S.T.A supporters are invited to an exclusive Benchwarmers Experience from 5:00–5:30 PM, where you'll get up close to the action and watch both teams warm up right near the court — before the doors even open to the public!
Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of basketball, community, and fun!
🎟️ Purchase Deadline: February 17, 2026, at 10:59 PM CST
👉 Reserve your seats now: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Michelleobama74/offer
Cheer with us this season at the United Center as the Chicago Bulls take on the Cleveland Cavaliers!
📅 Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕖 Game Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL
As a special treat, M.O.S.T.A supporters are invited to an exclusive Benchwarmers Experience from 5:00–5:30 PM, where you'll get up close to the action and watch both teams warm up right near the court — before the doors even open to the public!
Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of basketball, community, and fun!
🎟️ Purchase Deadline: February 17, 2026, at 10:59 PM CST
👉 Reserve your seats now: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Michelleobama74/offer
Dear District 163 Families,
You are invited to join us for an amazing holiday show, “Holiday Lane,” presented by Michelle Obama School of Technology and the Arts, on December 16th and 17th!
Ticket sales will take place from December 8th–15th between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased in Michelle Obama's main office, please enter through Door 9. Tickets are $5, cash ONLY.
This is a show you do not want to miss! Come out and support our talented students and enjoy a performance filled with fun, laughter, and the joy of the holiday season. We truly hope to see you there!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the main office at (708) 668-9600.
Have a wonderful day! ✨
You are invited to join us for an amazing holiday show, “Holiday Lane,” presented by Michelle Obama School of Technology and the Arts, on December 16th and 17th!
Ticket sales will take place from December 8th–15th between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased in Michelle Obama's main office, please enter through Door 9. Tickets are $5, cash ONLY.
This is a show you do not want to miss! Come out and support our talented students and enjoy a performance filled with fun, laughter, and the joy of the holiday season. We truly hope to see you there!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the main office at (708) 668-9600.
Have a wonderful day! ✨
Are you in need of a gift? Not just any gift, but an affordable, unique, and personalized ornament made by the students at Michelle Obama School of Technology and Arts. If so, worry no more, and get your own fun and one of a kind ornament today.
These ornaments are cut and engraved on our laser cutters, hand painted, and assembled in our Fab Lab!
Order today, the earlier you order the quicker you will receive your ornaments!
Order cutoff date Friday, December 12, 2025.
Order online or print and fill out the attached order form.
Online order link… https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScD9Nz5mpbcd4NYmkEY8NoRhDCzx-DSFocs30N59UgMjaDajQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=102734858146088517033
These ornaments are cut and engraved on our laser cutters, hand painted, and assembled in our Fab Lab!
Order today, the earlier you order the quicker you will receive your ornaments!
Order cutoff date Friday, December 12, 2025.
Order online or print and fill out the attached order form.
Online order link… https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScD9Nz5mpbcd4NYmkEY8NoRhDCzx-DSFocs30N59UgMjaDajQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=102734858146088517033
🏀 Join M.O.S.T.A for a Legendary Night with the Chicago Bulls! 🐂
Cheer with us this season at the United Center as the Chicago Bulls take on the Cleveland Cavaliers!
📅 Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕖 Game Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL
As a special treat, M.O.S.T.A supporters are invited to an exclusive Benchwarmers Experience from 5:00–5:30 PM, where you’ll get up close to the action and watch both teams warm up right near the court — before the doors even open to the public!
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of basketball, community, and fun!
🎟️ Purchase Deadline: February 17, 2026, at 10:59 PM CST
👉 Reserve your seats now: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Michelleobama74/offer
Cheer with us this season at the United Center as the Chicago Bulls take on the Cleveland Cavaliers!
📅 Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕖 Game Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL
As a special treat, M.O.S.T.A supporters are invited to an exclusive Benchwarmers Experience from 5:00–5:30 PM, where you’ll get up close to the action and watch both teams warm up right near the court — before the doors even open to the public!
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of basketball, community, and fun!
🎟️ Purchase Deadline: February 17, 2026, at 10:59 PM CST
👉 Reserve your seats now: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Michelleobama74/offer
The safety and well-being of our students are our highest priorities. As part of our continued efforts to provide safe learning environments, I want to remind you that the District uses a reporting tool called MyPAL Schools. Please take a moment to review the attached letter for more information.
https://aptg.co/Sd-T4v
https://aptg.co/Sd-T4v
🏀 Join M.O.S.T.A for a Legendary Night with the Chicago Bulls! 🐂
Cheer with us this season at the United Center as the Chicago Bulls take on the Cleveland Cavaliers!
📅 Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕖 Game Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL
As a special treat, M.O.S.T.A supporters are invited to an exclusive Benchwarmers Experience from 5:00–5:30 PM, where you’ll get up close to the action and watch both teams warm up right near the court — before the doors even open to the public!
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of basketball, community, and fun!
🎟️ Purchase Deadline: February 17, 2026, at 10:59 PM CST
👉 Reserve your seats now: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Michelleobama74/offer
Cheer with us this season at the United Center as the Chicago Bulls take on the Cleveland Cavaliers!
📅 Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕖 Game Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL
As a special treat, M.O.S.T.A supporters are invited to an exclusive Benchwarmers Experience from 5:00–5:30 PM, where you’ll get up close to the action and watch both teams warm up right near the court — before the doors even open to the public!
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of basketball, community, and fun!
🎟️ Purchase Deadline: February 17, 2026, at 10:59 PM CST
👉 Reserve your seats now: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Michelleobama74/offer
Please see the attached letter for instruction regarding Skyward's newest technology: Qmlativ.
By accessing the Family Access section and clicking on the Portfolio Tile, you will be able to review your child's 1st Quarter Report Card.
https://5il.co/3rv4y
By accessing the Family Access section and clicking on the Portfolio Tile, you will be able to review your child's 1st Quarter Report Card.
https://5il.co/3rv4y
🏀 Join M.O.S.T.A for a Legendary Night with the Chicago Bulls! 🐂
Cheer with us this season at the United Center as the Chicago Bulls take on the Cleveland Cavaliers!
📅 Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕖 Game Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL
As a special treat, M.O.S.T.A supporters are invited to an exclusive Benchwarmers Experience from 5:00–5:30 PM, where you’ll get up close to the action and watch both teams warm up right near the court — before the doors even open to the public!
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of basketball, community, and fun!
🎟️ Purchase Deadline: February 17, 2026, at 10:59 PM CST
👉 Reserve your seats now: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Michelleobama74/offer
Cheer with us this season at the United Center as the Chicago Bulls take on the Cleveland Cavaliers!
📅 Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕖 Game Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL
As a special treat, M.O.S.T.A supporters are invited to an exclusive Benchwarmers Experience from 5:00–5:30 PM, where you’ll get up close to the action and watch both teams warm up right near the court — before the doors even open to the public!
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of basketball, community, and fun!
🎟️ Purchase Deadline: February 17, 2026, at 10:59 PM CST
👉 Reserve your seats now: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Michelleobama74/offer
Please join us for our 20205 Curriculum game night. See attached flier.
