Forrestal Elementary

Rosalind Franklin's Community Care Connection (Mobile Clinic) offers FREE health screenings all over Lake County including a monthly site at North Chicago Public Library. Call 847-578-8670 for more information. Community Care Connection (clínica móvil) de Rosalind Franklin ofrece exámenes de salud GRATUITOS en todo Lake County. De hecho, tienen un sitio mensual en la Biblioteca Pública de North Chicago. Llame al 847-578-8670 o 224-809-7044 para recibir mas información.

At Forrestal we love to celebrate success! Here is an example of when our community comes together to improve the experience for all! Lunchroom trophy winners for the past week!

The Independent Authority and the Financial Oversight Panel for North Chicago Community Unit School District 187 will hold a public hearing on the renewal of the 3-year e-Learning Plan for the school district. Public members are invited to attend the hearing and provide input on the e-Learning Plan. Date and Time: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 6:00 pm. Location: North Chicago Community High School, 1717 17th Street, North Chicago. A copy of the 3 Year e-Learning Plan is also available for public review at the district office, 2000 Lewis Avenue, North Chicago, IL 60064.

English: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SPbO1Sun9zuTWkFZXv4OqQLNHqDJ1DWXqaqtEzJQWL4/edit?usp=sharing Spanish: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ve1B4Kb0ZCENYZigKM26ewAPAfocfkhUc2uBf6eiTiA/edit?usp=sharing

Forrestal has Rhythm! Rhythm started today for 2nd Grade! Check out our video and an article about the program: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1A6vFHLjz4xjoPE7XUpDbaWdPI03ImYBO/view?usp=sharing https://www.actionforhealthykids.org/story/culturally-relevant-dance-program-helps-boost-self-expression-and-social-emotional-learning/

Spanish: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15QRM_-3Je7iHRNREDZTvxcqvx6eB2MR_PFGxCnXpUGc/edit?usp=sharing English: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SPbO1Sun9zuTWkFZXv4OqQLNHqDJ1DWXqaqtEzJQWL4/edit?usp=sharing

¡Apreciadas familias del distrito escolar 187, no olviden que mañana es el primer dia que estará abierta la despensa de comida (Family Care Closet) de 8:00-10:00 am y de 2:00-4:00 pm en la High School de North Chicago! Dear District 187 families, don't forget that tomorrow is the first day that the Family Care Closet is open from 8:00-10:00 am and 2:00-4:00 pm at North Chicago Community High School!

No School Monday, September 4th, Labor Day English: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ADJQyuVDLzVrR8Yk13N1Jy0SiOHaErdDkcpqlu9UpU0/edit?usp=sharing Spanish: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k6QQevf_iZW1OcDmM-Eoz_BcibhttTJswM4Vp3NsZnw/edit?usp=sharing

No School Monday, September 4th - Labor Day

Forrestal Families, Please come to the gym after dismissal today @ 1:45pm to learn all about "The Forrestal Way" and how to be "I'm so Fly!" We will introduce all staff members and have special prizes both for the grown-up and student!

Hello, Forrestal Families! At Forrestal, we are always seeking to improve, especially as it relates to safety. This week our students are learning about safety drills at school. It would also be helpful to us if you'd please take this brief survey to help us determine where we need to improve for this school year. Thanks for your input and all you do to make Forrestal a better place, not only just for your child, but for our whole community. High Reliability School Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/North_Chicago_CUSD_187_HRS_Level_1_Parent_Survey Respectfully, Cara Kranz, Principal

Here is the Forrestal Family Newsletter for the Week of August 28th. Spanish: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xdFrL5WCZxyZ8y_h4OIaKjMLmBycMBpGT_ezKanCppw/edit?usp=sharing English: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zoOBgB-65tx91SlZGFshelQ7FI898szOo90liftYmXg/edit?usp=sharing

Attention D187 Staff & Forrestal Parents: Forrestal Elementary School will reopen to students and staff during regular school hours on August 25, 2023. Thank you for your continued diligence and support over the past few days. Sincerely, District 187 Atención Padres/Guardianes de Forrestal: Forrestal estara abierta de nuevo para los estudiantes y el personal durante las horas regulares el 25 de agosto de 2023. Gracias por su diligencia y apoyo en los últimos días. Sinceramente, Distrito 187

Forrestal Families, I hope you stayed safe and cool today. Forrestal is back open tomorrow on Friday, August 25th. I look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow! Principal Kranz

Dear Forrestal Parents, Due to the extreme heat expected tomorrow and current facility conditions, Forrestal Elementary will be closed on Thursday, August 24, 2023. Bus service for the school is canceled for the day. All other District 187 schools will be open. Because we understand some of our families may need access to a cool space during the day, Forrestal will remain open during regular school hours (8 a.m. - 3 p.m.) for Forrestal children and families. Air-conditioned spaces such as the cafeteria will be available. In addition, the North Chicago Community High School Auditorium will be available from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. for Forrestal children and families. The city is also offering cooling centers at the North Chicago Public Library and the North Chicago Police Department. Thank you for your support. Stay safe. Oscar Hawthorne Deputy Superintendent

Familias, Forrestal estará cerrado mañana, jueves 24 de agosto despido al calor extremo. Información adicional a seguir. Gracias por su compression. Cara Kranz Principal Ckranz@d187.org

Forrestal Families, Forrestal will be closed on Thursday, August 24, 2023 due to the extreme heat. Additional information to follow. Thank you for your understanding. Cara Kranz, Principal ckranz@d187.org

Forrestal cooling plan in action: fans throughout the building, coolers of ice water now available, buddied up rooms with air, and cooling stations in cafeteria. A special shout out to Mrs. Carlsen for being a healthy frozen grape snack for her 2nd grade class! We got this!

Hello, Forrestal Families. Here is Forrestal's cooling plan schedule for tomorrow. 1st Grade rooms are air-conditioned as of today (yay!). Remember Wednesday is early dismissal day! I recommend sending water bottles with ice with your child, but know water bottles will be available for all (but will be room temperature). Recess will be indoors. Please be mindful to send your student in summer clothing. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xmmQj6YYkiIyar1QGRKcYyPeTD8jF78uE736Ba8Af18/edit?usp=sharing Please reach out to ckranz@d187.org if you have any concerns or questions.

Attention D187, We are aware of the forecast for very hot temperatures Wednesday and Thursday of this week, and we will be carefully tracking this information as it evolves over the next 48 hours. As of current predictions, Wednesday will have our area's highest temperatures and heat index. Currently, we are planning a regular school schedule. At Forrestal, we have several air-conditioned spaces, and throughout the day, we plan to rotate classrooms through those air-conditioned rooms so that children and adults can cool off during the hot afternoon hours. In addition, we will ensure that the school has adequate water to help all students and staff remain hydrated. Safety is our top priority. We will monitor the heat situation carefully and update you immediately if anything changes, but for now, please plan a regular schedule for all students. If you have any questions, please call the main office: Forrestal Elementary School (K-3) 847.775.7607