Thank you for a terrific start to the school year, Forrestal Families. Please review the important arrival, dismissal, and parking safety reminders to help keep our daily routines running smoothly and safely! View the message from Principal Kranz at www.parentsquare.com or download the ParentSquare mobile app for iPhone & Android.

30 days ago, District 187 Communications Team
A collage of three photos showing elementary students and teachers interacting in bright, modern classrooms. On the right side is the Forrestal Elementary School logo featuring a blue bird, above gold stylized text that reads 'Back to School'.
Happy First Day of School to all of our incredible District 187 students, families, and staff!
30 days ago, District 187 Communications Team
Graphic featuring "First Day of School SY27" for District 187 in North Chicago, IL, with a collage of five photos showing smiling students of various ages celebrating the new school year.

💉 CIMPAR Vaccination Clinic (9 am-1 pm)

8/20 & 9/9 @ North Chicago HS

Bring medical/immunization records!

Upcoming Asthma Clinics:
• Evelyn Alexander: Wed 9/16, 8am-12pm
• Forrestal: Wed 9/30, 8am-3pm

We're here to help! Contact your health rep:
District: 847-689-1739
Evelyn Alexander: 847-775-1232
Forrestal: 847-775-7661
Green Bay: 847-775-7723
AJ Katzenmaier: 847-775-1991
Neal Math & Science: 847-775-1416
NCCHS: 847-775-1723

https://www.d187.org/page/health-services

about 1 month ago, District 187 Communications Team
District Families: OrganicLife is actively monitoring the recent Salmonella outbreak linked to the egg recall. To keep North Chicago's 187 students safe, we are strictly enforcing supplier verification, recall checks, and safe food handling. Recalled products will not be served.
about 1 month ago, District 187 Communications Team
A letter from OrganicLife Foodservice to District Families detailing their food-safety program and preventative steps regarding Salmonella Enteritidis. Full text provided in the description.

Upcoming Asthma Clinics:
• Evelyn Alexander Elementary: Wed 9/16, 8am-12pm
• Forrestal Elementary: Wed 9/30, 8am-3pm

We're here to help! Contact your health rep:
District: 847-689-1739
Evelyn Alexander: 847-775-1232
Forrestal: 847-775-7661
Green Bay: 847-775-7723
AJ Katzenmaier: 847-775-1991
Neal Math & Science: 847-775-1416
NCCHS: 847-775-1723

about 1 month ago, District 187 Communications Team
District 187 is hosting a Back to School Clinic for physical exams. Join us at North Chicago Community High School from 10 AM to 2 PM. See you there!
about 1 month ago, District 187 Communications Team

THE FUTURE IS NOW! What an incredible start to the new school year! We absolutely love seeing the energy, all the smiles, and our staff coming together to celebrate Opening Day SY27! Photo Library: https://app.kululu.com/39w8sd

about 1 month ago, District 187 Communications Team
A photo collage for OPENING DAY SY27
A photo collage for OPENING DAY SY27
A photo collage for OPENING DAY SY27
D187 UPDATE: Returning D187 students may register in person on August 6th at our back-to-school event.

The first day of school is as follows:

Grades 1-12: August 17

Kindergarten: August 20

Early Childhood/Pre K: August 24
about 1 month ago, District 187 Communications Team
D187 Registration Update August 7, 2026
D187 Registration Update August 7, 2026
Care Mobile Clinic Open to ALL Students!

Date: August 7, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (First-come, first-served)
Location: Evelyn Alexander School

Visit your child’s school office to complete and sign the required consent form.

Provide a copy of your child's immunization record.

Note: Parents/guardians must complete the appropriate sections of the physical and consent forms prior to the clinic. The team will see as many students as possible, but no students will be accepted after 3:00 PM.
about 1 month ago, District 187 Communications Team
Ronald McDonald
Certificate of Child Health Examination
Certificate of Religious Exemption
Ronald McDonald Mobile
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile

North Chicago Community Days Update: Today's parade & fireworks are postponed due to weather (will be rescheduled). However, as of now, the festival is still on! Join us starting at 2:00 PM for food, music & fun.

Updated guide details here: https://canva.link/hlvgdio9988rd8g

about 2 months ago, District 187 Communications Team
D187 Announcement: Power has been successfully restored at NCCHS. All NCCHS staff are cleared to return. All D187 school facilities currently have full power.
about 2 months ago, District 187 Communications Team
Message from Dr. Collins 2026–2027: School Registration https://youtu.be/l7TZ1T-fGwY
about 2 months ago, District 187 Communications Team
North Chicago HS is without power. NCCHS staff must report to NMSA today (7/30). All other D187 schools have power.
about 2 months ago, District 187 Communications Team

NCCP Notice: The Family Care Closet will be closed tomorrow due to a power outage at NCCHS. We look forward to reopening next week. Stay safe and thank you for your understanding! - Kelly Gallego, Executive Program Director

about 2 months ago, District 187 Communications Team
D187 NOTICE: North Chicago HS is without power. All NCCHS staff must report to NMSA for work today and tomorrow. ComEd estimates power restoration by 11:50 PM on July 30. Please work from NMSA until further notice.
about 2 months ago, District 187 Communications Team
D187 UPDATE: Power out all schools EXCEPT Forrestal. Staff dismissed 4:15 PM. Tonight's Board meeting canceled (reschedule TBA).
about 2 months ago, District 187 Communications Team

North Chicago community, exciting things are happening! Meet Dr. Collins and see how we're preparing for the new school year in our latest D187 update: https://www.d187.org/article/3041397

about 2 months ago, District 187 Communications Team
Thank you to our amazing sponsors for making the 20th North Chicago Community Days possible! Join us for music, food, fun, a parade, and festival.

📅 August 1–2, 2026
🎟️ FREE Admission
about 2 months ago, District 187 Communications Team
Promotional flyer for North Chicago 20th Community Days featuring a photo of Mayor Rockingham. A central white circle contains the NC North Chicago School District 187 logo above a banner reading 'THANK YOU', all layered over large black letters spelling 'SPONSOR'. The top right includes a QR code with the text 'ARE YOU SO GO? SCAN NOW BECOME A SPONSOR TODAY'. A quote at the bottom reads: 'The success of North Chicago Community Days is made possible because of the incredible businesses, organizations, and community partners who invest in our city. Together, we're bringing our community home. Thank you for making Community Days possible! - Mayor Rockingham'.
"Promotional flyer for the North Chicago 20th Community Days Parade and Festival, featuring images of joyful, active children, a bounce house, popcorn, and a snow cone. A prominent red banner reads 'THE K ZONE' next to the Family First Center of Lake County logo, advertising 'FREE KID FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES, SNACKS AND MORE'. The event takes place August 1 & 2, 2026, and features '2 DAYS OF FUN | FREE ENTRY'. The bottom includes logos for Community Days 60064, Foss Park District, The City of North Chicago, and North Chicago School District 187.

Register Today for the 2026–2027 School Year!

Please submit your student's paperwork before the registration deadline on July 31st at 3 PM.

Register a New Student for District 187: https://www.d187.org/o/ncusd/page/registration-information-new-students

Register a Returning Student for District 187: https://www.d187.org/o/ncusd/page/registration-information-returning-students

Important Health Notice: All students must complete their health checks and immunizations to attend school. Parents can bring students to the health clinic at North Chicago Community High School between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM on August 20 or September 9. Remember to bring your student's health paperwork. Learn more: https://www.d187.org/page/health-services

2 months ago, District 187 Communications Team
It is time to get ready for the new school year! All students need to get their health checks and shots before the first day of school. You can visit the health clinic at North Chicago Community High School between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM to get this done. The next clinic dates are August 20 and September 9. Please remind your parents to bring your health papers with them when you go. Learn more: https://www.d187.org/page/health-services
2 months ago, District 187 Communications Team
Here is the ADA-compliant alt-text for the image: A flyer titled "Attention!!!! Summer Health Clinics. Get ready for the upcoming school year!" It includes an important reminder that all students must be fully in medical compliance by the first day of school, urging parents not to wait for the late summer rush. The clinics run from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and walk-ins are welcomed. Listed clinic dates are Wednesday, July 8, 2026, for the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile (Clinic at Neal); Thursday, August 20, 2026, for the CIMPAR Vaccine Clinic; and Wednesday, September 9, 2026, for the CIMPAR Vaccine catch-up clinic. All clinics are located at North Chicago Community High School, 1717 17th St., North Chicago, IL 60064. A parent checklist reminds them to bring their child's medical and immunization records, closing with the message: "Let's work together to ensure a healthy, successful start to the school year!"
Informational graphic for D187 North Chicago schools featuring an illustration of a healthcare worker in a white coat holding a clipboard. Text reads: 'D187 HEALTH REQUIREMENTS NC. Important Health Notice: All students must complete their health checks and immunizations to attend school. Parents can bring students to the health clinic at North Chicago Community High School between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM on August 20 or September 9. Remember to bring your student's health paperwork. www.d187.org