Friday Final

February 3, 2023

2023-24 School District Calendar Approved

VIEW 2023-24 CALENDAR During the January 23rd Board of Education meeting, the 2023-2024 D123 academic school calendar was approved. Some highlights from the calendar include: The school year will start with two days of staff institutes; August 21 and 22. The first day of student attendance will be Wednesday, August 23rd and will be a half day from 8:30-11:30 am.

d123.org

We need your voice! The 5Essentials Learning Environment Survey is now open!

Illinois 5Essentials

Teachers, parents, and students across Illinois have an opportunity to participate in the annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of District 123 schools.

d123.org

Family Conference Scheduling Opens Feb 9 at 10am

Family Conferences

Don't have a computer? No problem. You can still schedule your student's Family Conference through the Skyward App. To do this, use your smartphone to access the Appstore or Android Play Store and download the free Skyward Mobile Access App. Once downloaded, log in and schedule your Family's Conference.

d123.org

In the news...

open_in_new zoom_out_map

Do the benefits of electric vehicles outweigh the possible consequences?

Today, 6th grade students debated the pros and cons of this question in their English Language Arts classes. Students researched both perspectives to prepare for the debate. VIEW A SHORT VIDEO FROM THE DEBATES

Eat. Sleep. Game. Repeat.

The gaming world has taken over OLHMS! For the first time, we now offer eSports to students! In order to be on the eSports team, gamers needed to try out for their specialized game. Gamers could play any game they chose during meetings, but when it came time to compete, they had to choose which game they knew best!

d123.org

Boys Basketball Program on a Roll!

Last week, our OLHMS Boys Basketball Program played against Palos, Liberty, and Evergreen. Our 6/7th grade team played with heart and fight winning two out of three games, while our 8th grade team played together and stayed composed in every situation, winning all three of their games.

d123.org

open_in_new zoom_out_map

5th Grade Motivation

In just a few short weeks, fifth grade students will be entering their final trimester at Hannum Elementary. Teachers are preparing them for middle school and they begin to discuss what to expect. Which is why Mrs. Noisette tapped into her students interests to discuss life lessons and motivate her fifth graders.

d123.org

open_in_new zoom_out_map

Bingo Night Fun!

On Friday, January 27th, the Kolmar PTA hosted their annual bingo night. It was a huge success! The gym was packed with families all ready to win some great prizes. All different types of bingo games were played and there were many winners!

d123.org

open_in_new zoom_out_map

It's a Small World

Reading aloud to kids builds empathy, creates a love of reading, improves language and listening skills, but most importantly it is FUN! On February 1, 2023 classrooms in D123 and around the world were encouraged to celebrate the power of reading by sharing stories and expand the scope of global literacy.

d123.org

open_in_new zoom_out_map

Candyland, Jenga, Scrabble and MORE!

On Wednesday, January 25, 2023, Hometown School hosted the annual Title 1 Family Literacy Night. This event is offered to all students and their families. Each family received a goody bag that had a schedule of which games they would play throughout the evening.

d123.org

open_in_new zoom_out_map

Family Math Game Night!

On Wednesday we hosted our family math game night. Families got to come in and travel to different math stations filled with activities that got our students and families to think about and make sense of numbers. Families enjoyed being able to complete a fun activity and recieve a stamp in their passport as they completed each station.

d123.org

open_in_new zoom_out_map

Director of English Learning & Hannum School Principal Appointed by Board of Ed

At the Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 Board of Education meeting on January 23, 2023 the Board of Education approved Dr. Patricia Gonzalez as the new Director of English Learning and Ms. Meagan Doornbos as the new principal of Hannum Elementary school.

d123.org