Thank you in advance for adding your voices and energy to the continuous improvement efforts we are undertaking. I hope to see many of you at the conversations we have planned for this fall.  

Please contact me if you’d like to learn more about the process and how to get involved at covinoch@sd102.net.

The purpose of the Talent Development program is to provide students who show an aptitude for math and reading with appropriate learning opportunities to support their academic growth. District 102 provides these opportunities within the core classroom and in accelerated courses. 

The majority of students who show an aptitude for additional enrichment learning opportunities benefit from modifications to the core curriculum through content, process, product, and autonomy. The purpose of these modifications is to enrich the core curriculum through depth and breadth.  

• Beginning in 3rd grade, all students are screened each Spring to determine if additional learning opportunities are needed to continue their growth in Mathematics. 

• All students in 5th grade are screened each Spring to determine if additional learning opportunities are needed to continue their growth in Reading. 

As learning is fluid, there are additional opportunities throughout a student’s learning career in District 102 for placement if deemed appropriate. The criteria for placement can be found on the District website. Parents may also request a placement review by completing the form on the website. If you have any questions or would like assistance, please contact Dr. Melendez at melendezsa@dist102.k12.il.us.

The following standardized assessment reports were mailed home this week:

MAP:  Families with students in grades 2-8 will receive results from the Fall MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) assessment reporting instructional levels in reading and mathematics.  The Spring MAP assessment will measure fall-to-spring academic growth.

IAR:  The Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) is administered to students in grades 3-8 in the spring of each school year.  The IAR aligns with the Illinois Learning Standards.  Families with students currently in grades 4-8 will receive the spring 2024 IAR reports measuring proficiency of grade-level skills in English/Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics.

FAST:  Grade 2 families will receive results from the Fall FAST reading assessment (Formative Assessment System for Teachers). This assessment provides details about oral reading skills and accuracy.

During October, the National Bullying Prevention Month, D102 schools and classrooms engage in a variety of activities designed to bolster a sense of belonging and to decrease bullying.  

July 2024 Operating Fund Balance Report

(Operating Fund Balance is the current amount of money available by fund. Fund 30 Debt Service and Fund 60 Capital Projects are not included)

August 2024 Operating Fund Balance Report

(Operating Fund Balance is the current amount of money available by fund. Fund 30 Debt Service and Fund 60 Capital Projects are not included)

In our efforts to increase access to health care, School District 102 is partnering with Loyola Medical Center to offer free physicals and vaccines to students who qualify. The Loyola Pediatric Mobile Health Unit will be at Congress Park School on Tuesday, Nov 12th, during school hours. 

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Who can set up an appointment:

• District 102 students without insurance or who have state insurance (Medicaid, etc.)

• District 102 students who need an annual physical 

• District 102 students who need immunizations

Who does not qualify:

• Students with private insurance

• Students who are current Loyola patients

What is needed: (2 forms required)

• Loyola consent form completed by parent/guardian (Please see attached form)

• Health History Section of State Health Examination Form Filled out and Signed by parent/guardian (Please see attached form)

• Children age 9 and younger - an adult family member must be present at the visit

• Children age 10 and older - optional for adult family member to attend 

• Prior vaccination records if available

RSVP for the Loyola Mobile Unit here: https://forms.gle/EJV2hb6NQDY9j92t6

Please return the forms to the health office. The deadline for returning forms is November 5, 2024. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact your school’s health office.  

• Barnsdale: brhealthoffice@dist102.k12.il.us

• Congress Park: cphealthoffice@dist102.k12.il.us

• Cossitt Ave: cohealthoffice@dist102.k12.il.us

• Forest Road: frhealthoffice@dist102.k12.il.us

• Ogden: oghealthoffice@dist102.k12.il.us

• Park Jr. High:  pkhealthoffice@dist102.k12.il.us

Kelli Kalata                                                              

District Nurse Supervisor                                        
kalatake@dist102.k12.il.us  
(630) 805-1451

Welcome, parents and family members of the D102 community! This is your dedicated space to discover the sports and activities available for your young scholars within the community of La Grange, La Grange Park, and Brookfield.

Here, you'll find an array of flyers highlighting engaging programs tailored to every age and interest. Whether your child is a sports enthusiast, an aspiring artist, or simply eager to explore new adventures, there's something here to captivate their curiosity and nurture their passions.

From youth sports leagues to creative arts workshops, from educational clubs to community events, we're committed to providing enriching opportunities for your child to learn, grow, and connect with their peers. Our aim is to foster a sense of belonging and camaraderie within our diverse community while promoting physical activity, creativity, and personal development.

• West End Arts Festival

  • Application

• Tour the D102 McKinnon Art Gallery

• Mobile Museum of Tolerance: Sun. October 13 - Oct. 16

Over the summer Ms. Cora Maggin, La Grange D102 Alumnus, completed an impressive project focused on enhancing our PreK Side Yard areas to create an interactive environment that teachers could use to educate and inspire their students while increasing local biodiversity.

In LaGrange School District 102, we are committed to engaging families and the community by eliminating barriers to access, in particularly those related to culture, socioeconomic status, and language. We commit to identifying equitable practices to improve engagement with all families and diverse community stakeholders.

 In support of our vocalized commitment, the district has a new initiative in Cheri’s Caring Closet located at Congress Park Elementary School. It is a physical closet that accepts clothing donations from our communities; with the purpose of providing needed clothing items to D102 students.

Barnsdale Road PTO

Congress Park PTO

Cossitt PTC

Forest Road PTO

Ogden PTC

Park Jr. High PTC

Referral GPS - Connecting People to Treatment:  We are committed to creating a culture of well-being for students, staff,  parents, and the community. In an effort to continuously support this commitment, the district has entered an agreement with ReferralGPS. 

ReferralGPS is a web-based service focused on assisting our students,  staff, and community in finding local mental-health and substance use-related treatment. The service compliments the districts existing systems of support as a tool for student service teams and families to connect with treatment. Along with a searchable database of treatment options, ReferralGPS provides Care Navigation to assist families in triage, appointment setting, and follow-up care. 

School families may access ReferralGPS in two ways: 

1) Visit this link at https://referralgps.com/find-help/dist102 to search for treatment resources or connect with a Care  Navigator anonymously. 

2) Contact Student Services (social workers, psychologists,  counselors) to seek out treatment options. 

ReferralGPS takes into account all types of private and public insurance including PPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, and families who are uninsured or underinsured. The platform also filters by age, gender, zip code, and special requests. 

ReferralGPS is available for use by district students, staff, and families at no cost. All information entered on the ReferralGPS tool is completely confidential and securely stored. 

If you are interested in seeking counseling-related services at this time,  please consider visiting https://referralgps.com/find-help/dist102 or reaching out to the Student Services team.