News & Announcements

After consultation with Illinois Department of Public Health and careful consideration of the health and safety of students and staff, Elementary School District 159 have made the decision to begin the 2020-2021 school year with remote learning for all students. In addition, the first day of lessons has been delayed until August 24.
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Appointments to register NEW students in grades K-8th will be done by appointment only. Appointments can be made July 28th-30th, from 10AM-3PM by contacting your neighborhood school. All RETURNING students must complete registration online.
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Elementary School District 159 calendar for the 2020-2021 school year has been amended to reflect pushing back the school year by one week. Our official reopening for the 2021 academic year is now Monday, August 24, 2020. During this time, students will return to school remotely for two weeks.  However, we are examining a hybrid model with a remote option.  Further guidance is forthcoming.
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Students verification/registration information was sent out to the emails on file. Please register your student with the Snap Code provided. If you haven't received the code, please email mevans@dist159.com. If you have already registered online no further action is required.
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Appointments for Pre-School (PK) Screenings are being taken now. Screenings will take place July 28-30 by appointment only for qualifying students. Students must be 3 by August 17th or 5 after September 1. Acceptance for a seat is based on availability and priority of need. To view our flyer click on the "Appointments for Pre-School (PK) Screenings" link above or families can contact the school at 708 720-1107 or via the school's email.
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Beginning on Tuesday, May 12th, Elementary School District 159 will resume providing breakfast and hot lunches at Colin Powell Middle School, as well as breakfast and ready to eat cold lunch meals at each elementary school.
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Remote Learning has been extended for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year. ESD 159 wants to ensure that all students have the resources needed to excel academically. The district will offer students needing access to a Chromebook one final opportunity to sign-up for a loaner device. In order to receive a device you must complete the online loaner form, the form is accessible by clicking on READ FULL STORY or by clicking on the link above the News article.
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Elementary School District 159 will begin distributing Grab & Go Meals on Monday, April 20th at each of our neighborhood schools. Click on link above to see the distribution schedule and heating instructions for the meals.
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On Friday, April 17, 2020, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced the suspension of face-to-face instruction for the FY 2020 academic year. Even though face-to-face instruction will remain suspended, our all students. Click on the link above for the full story.
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Due to our National Crisis, Elementary School District 159
Board of Education will be conducting a digital alternative to its regular Physical Meeting on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at 6:30 p.m.
All participants may join the Zoom Meeting at https://zoom.us/j/727550902? and Meeting ID:727550902 Password: 651340
One tap Mobile +13126266799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 727550902
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