Forest Road News 12/6/2024
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 7 - Book Fair & Sip N Read
December 23- January 5 - Winter Break
January 6 - Students Return to School
Curriculum Corner
Executive functioning skills are essential tools that help students manage their time, stay organized, and approach tasks effectively—both in and out of the classroom. At school, we help students build these skills in a variety of ways, such as breaking down projects into manageable steps, posting and discussing daily schedules (and how to adapt to changes), and setting aside time to clean desks or classrooms using visuals to show what "clean" looks like. Timers are also a helpful tool, teaching students to understand and manage how much time they have to complete a task.
Parents can support the development of executive functioning skills at home, too! Encourage your child to plan and organize activities, like dividing homework into smaller tasks or preparing their school materials for the next day. Use timers or alarms to help them stay on track and manage transitions between activities. Teach them to clean and organize their personal spaces by showing them clear examples of what an organized area should look like. You can also help them prioritize tasks by making simple to-do lists together. By practicing these skills at home, you’re helping your child build habits that will set them up for success in school and beyond.
Forest Road Breakfast & Lunch Menu
Before & After School Care Info.
After School programs:
BASE Program - Leanna Hartung - Manager
Right At School
Chelsey Mazariegos -Area Manager
C: 224-706-7283
O: 855-AT-SCHOOL
Car Line - Drop Off and Pick Up Instructions
Forest Road Bus Routes
Free & Reduced Online Application
Forest Road Clubs
Folkloric Dance
Registration for Folkloric dance at Forest Road opens on Friday, December 6th at 6:00pm. Please log in to PushCoin to register. Space is limited, so make sure to register as soon as it opens.
Classes will start on Monday, January 6th from 3:15-4:15pm. The EXPO date will be Friday April 25.
Please reach out to Mrs. Mirandola at mirandolare@dist102.k12.il.us, if you have any questions.
Pushcoin Link: Forest Road Folkloric Dance Link
Clases de baile folclórico- ¡Inscripción abierta!
Las inscripciones para baile folklórico en Forest Road estarán abiertas el viernes 6 de diciembre a las 6:00pm. Por favor ingrese a Push Coin para registrarse. El espacio es limitado, así que asegúrese de registrarse tan pronto como se abra.
Las clases comenzarán el lunes 6 de enero de 3:15-4:15pm. La fecha de la EXPO será el viernes 25 de abril.
Por favor, póngase en contacto con la Sra. Mirandola en mirandolare@dist102.k12.il.us, si usted tiene alguna pregunta.
Enlace Pushcoin: Enlace de danza folclórica de Forest Road
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
Grades: 5-6: https://store.dist102.k12.il.us#!/products/DEZJDXHZR5
Art Club! Session 1 starts Monday 11/11 . Sign Up HERE
CPCFRO Winter Registration is OPEN!
Winter registration is open now and will close on 12/13/24!
Register your Roadrunner HERE!
CPCFRO Athletics is an organization that operates as a Non-For-Profit program within District 102. The program's goals are to introduce the basic fundamental skills of volleyball andnbasketball to 5th and 6th graders, get the children excited about playing, and allow for the inclusion of all kids in our district. In addition to the physical skill sets, CPCFRO Athletics promotes good sportsmanship and team building. All the teams within CPCFRO (Congress Park, Cossitt, Forest Road, and Ogden) are coached by parent volunteers and the basketball games are refereed by IHSA referees. While we keep score during the game, we do not keep track of wins/losses - the focus is strictly instructional and for the kids to HAVE FUN!!
Each team will receive a team t-shirt and play 7-9 games (depending on the number of teams and gym availability). The cost to participate is $45/player (fee waivers are available to those who are eligible). The winter season is January-March with 5th and 6th grade girls playing volleyball and 5th and 6th grade boys playing basketball. During the winter season, 5th and 6th grade levels are NOT combined-there will be separate 5th and 6th grade teams (dependent on the number of registrations).
Coaches are always needed and necessary for the program to continue and succeed, so please consider coaching your child this year! If available to coach, please email veronicasova@yahoo.com. Our goal is to have the teams finalized by 12/20/24 so we can work on the game schedule over the holidays. Once a team assignment has been made, you will be notified by your coach. They will also inform their team of upcoming practice dates/times that will start the week of 1/13/25. It is our intention to have games begin the week of 1/27/25. Games will be played at Park Jr. High and Congress Park School.
D102 Gift Card Donation Opportunity
PTO Corner
Read the PTO Newsletter HERE
Upcoming Events
Book Fair & Sip N Read - Saturday, December 7
Please RSVP if you are coming! Also, would you like to volunteer for either event? If so, sign up here:
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
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