Our schools are at the heart of our D102 community, but many of our buildings—some over 100 years old—are struggling to keep up with the needs of today’s students. Through the RenewD102 process, you have come together as a community to develop a plan that not only addresses these challenges but also creates a brighter future for generations to come.

Since September, the community-led Renew D102 Facilitating Team has been hard at work reviewing data, gathering feedback, and exploring solutions. Input from hundreds of residents has come together with the district’s strategic goals and educational best practices to create a comprehensive plan to update and optimize all of our school buildings.

The plan focuses on enhancing safety and security, improving accessibility, reducing overcrowding and creating classrooms that accommodate best practices to better meet the needs of students now and in the future. Every idea and decision has been shaped by your input through workshops, surveys, and open houses.

On Thursday, Dec. 19 the RenewD102 community chairs will present this plan and their final recommendations to the Board of Education. Following that meeting, the Board will determine the next steps, which could include a referendum in April to fund the RenewD102 plan. 

We’re grateful for the incredible participation from our community—your voices have been essential in developing this vision. I encourage everyone to visit the RenewD102.org website to learn more about the plan and the positive impact it will have on our students, our schools and our community. Together, we’re renewing D102 for the next generation!

D102 is exploring the PreACT 8/9 assessment for 8th-grade students beginning in the 2025-2026 school year as a replacement for the current NWEA MAP assessment. The PreACT 8/9 is an online assessment given to 8th and 9th graders that is closely aligned to the PreACT/ACT that students take in high school. It consists of questions in Reading, English, Science, and Math.

To help us understand more about the PreACT 8/9, D102 is offering a free and optional opportunity for a limited number of families to participate in the PreACT 8/9 during the last week of January. Students who participate will receive a score report. None of the data from this pilot will be used for placement decisions at LTHS or for achievement purposes in D102. The benefit of participating is that families will be able to get a preview of what the PreACT 8/9 looks like when taken during their Freshman year at LTHS. 

This pilot opportunity allows D102 to better understand how the assessment works and prepare for test administration for all grade 8 students next year. More information about the PreACT 8/9 will be included in the Park Junior High School newsletter along with instructions on how families can volunteer to potentially participate in the pilot administration in late January.

La Grange School District 102 is excited to announce the launch of a new Finance Newsletter starting in the upcoming year. This monthly publication will provide staff, families, and community members with clear, concise updates on the district’s financial health, budget initiatives, and other important fiscal topics.

The Finance Newsletter will be released on the fourth Friday of every month and will include highlights such as:

• Budget summaries and updates.

• Progress on financial goals and initiatives.

• Key dates and events related to district finances.

Our goal is to keep the community informed about how resources are allocated to support student success. Stay tuned for the first edition, arriving in your inbox this January!

#KindnessIsContagious This Thanksgiving season, the spirit of kindness was on full display in La Grange D102. Thanks to the collaboration of our incredible Family Liaisons and social workers, along with the generosity of Palacky Lodge #630 Independent Order of Odd Fellows, 30 families throughout our district received Thanksgiving meal packs.

Your support and partnership make a difference in our community, showing that together, we can spread kindness and care to those who need it most. #D102SpreadsJoy #WeAreD102

Cheri's Caring Closet Committee would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported our mission. Thanks to your generosity, our closet is fully stocked for the winter season, enabling us to provide essential clothing, coats, and boots to D102 families, staff, and community.

We will have an Open Closet Night! Date: Friday, December 13th Time: 3:30-5:00 pm

We're proud to serve our community, and we're grateful for the incredible support that makes this possible. Thank you! Best regards, Cheri's Caring Closet Committee #WeAreD102 #KindnessIsContagious

Share the form below if you know someone who can benefit from the closet.

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

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.