October News & Events | North Chicago School District 187

Mark Your Calendars: An Exciting October in District 187!

Hello D187 families! October is filled with important dates, fun events, and exciting athletic matchups. Here’s a quick look at what's happening across the district.

A school calendar with highlighted dates

🗓️ Key Dates & Schedule Changes

Oct 9-10

Parent-Teacher Conferences. Oct 9 is a half-day; no school for students on Oct 10.

Oct 13

Indigenous Peoples’ Day. No school, district closed.

Oct 17

End of 1st Quarter.

Oct 24

Report Cards Sent Home.

⭐ School Spotlights & Fun Events

  • Alexander Elementary: Host their Scholastic Book Fair (Oct 6-10) and Fall Picture Day (Oct 7).
  • Forrestal Elementary: Families are invited to "Camp Read A Lot" literacy night on Oct 1, 5-6 PM.
  • Picture Day is Coming: GBECC (Oct 2), Alexander (Oct 7), and A.J. Katzenmaier (Oct 9).
  • NCCHS Haunted High School: Get ready for a spooky good time on Oct 29 from 4:30-7:30 PM!

🏈 Go Warhawks! Athletics Highlights

  • Girls Flag Football: Come for Senior Night on Oct 2 vs. Waukegan!
  • Warhawk Football: Don't miss home games on Oct 10 (Youth Night) and Oct 24 (Senior Night)!
  • Volleyball & Soccer: Our teams are in action all month. Check the full schedule for game times.
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