Beach Park District 3

🎉 Today’s the Day! 🎉
Our Back to School Bash kicks off TODAY at 4:00 PM — and you’re invited!

📍 ZBTHS Parking Lot
🕓 4:00 – 6:30 PM

Come celebrate the new school year with us! Enjoy:
✅ Free school supplies (while supplies last)
✅ Registration help
✅ Community resources & giveaways
✅ Free food trucks, music, games, t-shirts & more!

Let’s start the school year strong—Together We Can!

📣 We hope to see you there!
#BackToSchoolBash #TogetherWeCan

🎉 Back to School Bash – You’re Invited! 🎒✏️ Let’s kick off the new school year together with a FREE community event you won’t want to miss! 📅 Monday, August 4 🕓 4:00 – 6:30 PM 📍 ZBTHS Parking Lot Join us for an afternoon full of fun and support, including: ✅ Free school supplies ✅ On-site registration help ✅ Community resources & giveaways ✅ Free food trucks, games, live music, t-shirts & more! Hosted by our community school districts—because Together We Can! #BackToSchoolBash #TogetherWeCan 📣 Spread the word and we’ll see you there!

Board of Education Meeting on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 6:30 pm. Agenda: https://bit.ly/3SQ0GZK

Join the Zion-Benton Library for the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge: Plant A Seed & Read! From June 2 to July 31!

📱💻 Internet Safety at Home: Tips for Parents 🛡️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Keeping our kids safe online is more important than ever. Beach Park School District 3 is sharing an Internet Safety at Home flyer with helpful tips to support families in creating safe, responsible digital habits. From setting screen time limits to monitoring online activity, these tips are designed to help you guide your child’s digital use in a healthy, secure way. 🔗 Check out the flyer: https://bit.ly/4jaDJuR #BPD3 #InternetSafety #DigitalWellness #ParentTips

📣 Reminder: No School on Monday, May 26 In observance of Memorial Day, there will be no school on Monday, May 26 for all students and staff. We take this time to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. ❤️🤍💙 Classes will resume on Tuesday, May 27. Have a safe and meaningful holiday weekend! #MemorialDay #NoSchoolReminder #BPD3

🍽️ Kids Cafe at Zion-Benton Public Library! 🍎 This summer, join ZB Public Library for free lunches for all kids and teens 18 years old and younger. 📅 Mondays through Thursdays 🗓️ June 9 – August 14 (Closed June 19) 📍 Zion-Benton Public Library See the flyer for additional information! Beat the summer heat, grab a bite, and enjoy a welcoming space to hang out. ZB Public Library is there to help make summer better, one lunch at a time! 😎

📣 Board Member Update & Appreciation At last night’s Board of Education meeting, we celebrated both continuity and change within our leadership team. We proudly recognized Nicole Butler and Kellie Ropers, who were reelected in the April 2025 election and officially took the oath of office. We’re grateful for their continued dedication and service to the Beach Park School District 3 community. 👏 We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to Steven Lenzi and Anne Fuson, whose terms on the Board concluded. Steven served an incredible 19 years, and Anne contributed 3.5 years of thoughtful leadership. Their commitment to our students, staff, and families has left a lasting impact, and we thank them sincerely for their years of service. 💙 Please join us in congratulating Nicole and Kellie, and in thanking Steven and Anne for their meaningful contributions to BPD3! 🎉 #BPD3 #BoardOfEducation #ThankYou #LeadershipMatters #CommunitySupport

🎉 We’re beyond proud to share that our amazing teacher, Bryana Weil, has been honored with a Special Recognition Award at the ISBE 51st Annual Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year Awards in Bloomington-Normal, IL! 🏆 This incredible achievement reflects Bryana’s dedication, passion, and the lasting impact she makes in the lives of her students every day. 🌟 Please join us in celebrating her well-earned success — be sure to congratulate her when you see her! 👏💐 #ThoseWhoExcel #ProudMoment #EducationExcellence

📣 Beach Park School District 3 is Looking for Leaders! 🏫 Are you passionate about education and making a difference in our community? 🌟 There are currently two open seats on the Board of Education — and this is your opportunity to get involved and help shape the future of our schools! 🗳️ If you're interested in applying or want to learn more about the responsibilities of a board member, visit: 👉 https://www.bpd3.org/o/bpd3/page/board-member-vacancy Help us spread the word — and consider stepping up to serve our students and community! 💙 #BPD3 #CommunityLeadership #BoardVacancy

Board of Education Meeting on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 6:30 pm. Agenda: https://bit.ly/4mrejfB

🏐🎉 What a fantastic day at the Beach Park District 3 Staff Volleyball Tournament! 🎉🏐 Our amazing staff brought unparalleled energy to the court. From powerhouse serves to epic dives, every spike and block was fueled by teamwork, camaraderie, and plenty of laughs. 🤣💪 A huge thank-you to all who came out to watch, the volunteer scorekeepers, and cheer squads—your support made every set feel like a championship match! And to our incredible staff players: your sportsmanship and spirit truly embodied the heart of our district community. 💙🤝💛 📸 Teams: District Office, Newport, Oak Crest, Howe, Kenneth Murphy, and Beach Park Middle School. 👏A big round of applause for Newport School—this year’s volleyball tournament champions! 🏆 #DistrictStaffVolleyball #TeamworkInAction #ServeUpSuccess

Don’t miss the exciting annual First Responders Expo this weekend at Gurnee Mills! 🚓🚒🚑 This incredible event is your chance to connect with local heroes, including the dedicated members of the Zion Police and Fire departments. You’ll have the chance to see the equipment they use every day up close! Enjoy live demonstrations and engaging activities for all ages that will inspire and entertain. For complete details on dates, times, and all the amazing activities they have planned, check out the flyer. Let’s come together to honor the incredible bravery of our first responders!

We’re proud to share exciting news with our Beach Park District 3 community — Principal Stephanie Kallis Meek has been named Lake County’s Administrator of the Year! Please see the message below for details and join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement. English: https://bit.ly/43lOiXo Spanish: https://bit.ly/3Swnc9C

Do you have a child starting kindergarten in Beach Park School District 3 this upcoming school year? Unlock the gift of bilingualism for your kindergartener with our Dual Language Program! 🎁 Enroll now and watch your child flourish in a rich, diverse learning environment, expand their language skills, and open doors to endless possibilities! Learn how this enriching program can benefit your child by attending our Virtual Parent Information Session on: 📅 May 13, 2025 🕔 5:00 PM 💻 Online via GoogleMeet Don't miss the chance to give your child the gift of bilingual education! 💬🌍 👉 Complete the Dual Language Program Interest Form to be sent the virtual link to the Parent Information Session: https://bit.ly/4jWBV9W #BeachParkD3 #DualLanguageProgram #Kindergarten2025 #BilingualEducation

Heartiest congratulations, Chad Corpier, 7th-8th Grade Gifted LA/LIT Teacher at Beach Park Middle School, on being honored with the "Chair Philosophy" award! This is a wonderful testament to your deep understanding of educational principles and your thoughtful approach to teaching and leadership. Your philosophical insights enrich the learning experience and inspire those around you.

Huge congratulations to Sofia Garcia, Instructional Coach at Oak Crest School, on this incredible honor of being named "World Changer of the Year"! While you work directly with our teachers, your impact ripples outward, transforming classrooms and ultimately changing the world for our students. Your dedication to empowering educators is truly making a profound difference.

Huge congratulations to Dana Degarmo, SPED Resource Teacher at Kenneth Murphy School, on receiving the prestigious "Serving Up Success for All" award! This well-deserved recognition truly highlights your dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive. We are so fortunate to have you shaping young minds and making a real difference in our school community.