Forest Road News 12/20/2024
School Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday:
8:15am to 3:15pm - Lunch 11:20am to 12:10pm
Wednesday: 8:15am to 2:30pm - Lunch 10:55am to 11:55am
To report absences, please contact the following:
Important Dates to Remember
December 23- January 5 - Winter Break
January 6 - Students Return to School
A Message from Mrs. Stamer & Mrs. Cavaliere
See Inside our Walls...
Happy holidays to all of our Forest Road Families! Wishing everyone love, peace, and happiness! Here are some pictures from our classroom winter parties. We will see everyone in the new year!
Thank you for all the years, Mrs. Hoppe!
Today we bid farewell to Mrs. Hoppe that has been with Forest Road as a lunch recess helper for over 15 years. Mrs. Hoppe was in charge of our sports equipment during those years. She was a very dedicated worker and always made sure that our students had enough equipment to keep them busy and having fun during their lunch recess. All kids love Mrs. Hoppe. We wish her a very happy retirement from Forest Road and we will miss her very much.
Reminder about Smart Watches and Phones
Reminder: Beginning last May, D102 moved to having students leave their smartwatches in their lockers or backpacks. We recognize that many families have made a significant investment in purchasing one of these devices to help provide connectivity and access between the family and their child. However, we started to see how this level of connectivity began to cause harm and became distracting to students during the school day. While D102 schools first tried to work with students to put all watches into "School Mode", various incidents persisted and required teachers to divert their time away from instruction to address these types of issues.
We are asking for support in helping our students and teachers minimize distractions and potential incidents of bullying for the safety of all students. D102 and Forest Road also has students keep their cell phones in lockers and backpacks during the school day and we extended that practice to smartwatches as well. Connectivity is here to stay and provides many benefits to us all. However, in the interest of keeping students safe and our primary focus on learning, we are putting this practice of keeping phones and smartwatches in lockers and backpacks in place.
Should a student wear a smartwatch to school they will be asked to remove the watch and put it in their locker or backpack. Should a student have out their phone during the day, they will be asked to put it in their locker or backpack. They can put their watch back on at the end of the day for dismissal. After one warning, the teacher will hold the watch or phone on their desk for the day and return it at the end of the day. The next time it will be sent to the office for a parent/guardian to pick up. Thank you for your cooperation.
Curriculum Corner
As we head into winter break, we want to encourage families to embrace the joy of reading at home. The benefits of reading—both independently and with others—are truly endless and can have a lasting impact on your child’s learning and development.
Reading fiction stories together or independently helps children develop important skills like empathy, as they imagine life through the eyes of characters. It also sparks creativity, fosters a love of learning and storytelling, and enhances writing skills by exposing them to rich language and narrative structures. On the other hand, exploring nonfiction texts builds background knowledge about the world, helps children discover new passions and interests, and increases their capacity and stamina for learning. Nonfiction reading also equips children with tools to think critically and approach new information with curiosity.
Over the break, we encourage you to set aside time for reading, whether that’s cozying up with a favorite book as a family or letting your child explore their own interests independently. Together, let’s nurture a love of reading that lasts far beyond the holidays!
Forest Road Breakfast & Lunch Menu
Before & After School Care Info.
After School programs:
BASE Program - Leanna Hartung - Manager
Right At School
Matthew Pirkle -Area Manager
C: 773.556.5938
O: 855-AT-SCHOOL
Car Line - Drop Off and Pick Up Instructions
Forest Road Bus Routes
Free & Reduced Online Application
Forest Road Clubs
STEAM is BACK for 2025!
STEAM Academy is ready for registration for 2025! The following will be offered on Thursdays (3:30pm to 5:00pm):
Robonauts 2 1st - 2nd grade
Revolution Robotics 3rd - 6th grade
Duration: January 23rd - May 22nd 2025
HERE is the flyer with information and registration links!
*Space is limited!
Chess Club Round 2!!
Dear Forest Road Families,
We are excited to announce that Chicago Chess Academy will be hosting another session of our chess program at Forest Road Elementary School! We are thrilled to welcome new and returning students to this engaging and educational experience
At Chicago Chess Academy, we focus on helping students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, enhance strategic planning and decision-making abilities as well as build confidence and perseverance through the game of chess.
Program Details:
Start Date: January 28th 2025
Schedule: Tuesdays 3:30pm-4:30pm
Duration: 8 weeks
Cost: $200 for the full session
This program is designed to be both fun and enriching, tailored to students of all skill levels. Whether your child is brand new to chess or continuing to advance, we look forward to working with them.
How to Register:
Please visit our website at Chicago Chess Academy under Programming Dues, and complete the registration under the 8 Week Chess Fundamental Course section. When submitting payment, include your child’s name AND Forest Road School in the notes section to ensure proper enrollment.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at info@chicagochessacademy.com.
We look forward to seeing your child on the chessboard!
New to Forest Road - Board Game Club
Sign Up by Grade level here:
Grades 1-2: https://store.dist102.k12.il.us#!/products/2PPUEVHHZI
Grades 3-4: https://store.dist102.k12.il.us#!/products/CWFHZLLIYD
Session 2 starts 1/8! Sign Up HERE
PTO Corner
Upcoming Events
Student Directory is LIVE!
The District 102 Student Directory is now live. It can be found at www.directoryspot.net, or you can download the free app for your phone:
- iPhone - http://goo.gl/5U2Tzq
- Android - http://goo.gl/iBK9lY
Your username is the email address provided to the district when registering your student with the district. To set up your account for the first time or if you've forgotten your password, please go to the Login screen, type in your username, and select "Forgot Password".
Once logged in, families should be able to edit their information through the website. If you are having trouble logging in or have any questions, please email Erin at directoryspot@dist102.k12.il.us for help.
Community Corner
The Westchester Food Pantry
The Westchester Food Pantry is in desperate need of brown paper bags (with handles) as the holiday season approaches. If you have any bags (ex. Mariano's, Trader Joes) please send them in with your child to the main office. We appreciate your help!
D102 Cheri's Closet
Renew D102
" Take the Survey, Make a Difference! Your insights will guide big decisions for D102 schools. Let us know what matters most to you by completing our community survey today! Every response matters.
¡Haz la encuesta, marca la diferencia! Sus puntos de vista guiarán grandes decisiones para las escuelas D102. ¡Háganos saber lo que más le importa completando nuestra encuesta de la comunidad hoy! Cada respuesta es importante.