Beach Park District 3

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.

Congratulations, Jennifer Feder, 5th Grade Teacher at Howe School, on being recognized with the "Believed ALL our Kids Can" award! Your genuine belief in our kids shines through in everything you do. You create a classroom where every student feels valued, supported, and capable of success. Thank you for your dedication and heartfelt commitment.

📢 School Board Vacancy – Now Accepting Applications! 📝 Beach Park School District 3 has a vacancy on the Board of Education. We are now accepting applications from interested and qualified community members! 🗓 Application Deadline: May 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM If you're passionate about education and committed to making a difference in our schools, we encourage you to apply! 📍For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.bpd3.org/page/board-member-vacancy #BeachParkD3 #SchoolBoardOpportunity #CommunityLeadership #MakeADifference

Join us for a joyful celebration of Children’s Day & Book Day with the Super Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (Super BPAC)! 📚👧👦 🗓 Date: April 29, 2025 🕠 Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m. 📍 Location: Beach Park Middle School 40667 N Greenbay Rd, Beach Park, IL 60099 🎤 Featuring Guest Speaker: Jasmin Cardenas 🍽 Dinner will be served! We’ve partnered with YOU: Your Child’s First Teacher to provide free tools and resources that support your child’s success in school and in life. 💚 📲 Register today: https://bit.ly/4k0h9pT Let’s come together to celebrate, learn, and grow as a community! 🌟

🗓️ Reminder: No school tomorrow, Friday, April 18, 2025. All D3 schools and the District Office will be CLOSED.

📢 Available to NEW KINDERGARTNERS, the Dual Language program is designed to support students of all language backgrounds. Whether your child is a native English speaker, Spanish speaker, or bilingual already, they’ll thrive in a nurturing, multicultural environment. 👩‍🏫🏫 From building strong academic foundations to developing cultural awareness, our students are learning so much more than just language—they’re gaining skills that last a lifetime! 💬📚🌐 Learn more about the benefits of the Dual Language Program by attending our next Parent Information Session on Thursday, April 17, at 10 a.m. at Howe School or contacting Lissette Brito at lbrito@bpd3.org.

Board of Education Meeting on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 6:30 pm. Agenda: https://bit.ly/3G3mbTz

Reminder: Registration for next year is open! Please see your email for your SNAPCODE to get started!

Register for Kindergarten Countdown Camp — FREE SUMMER LEARNING PROGRAM offered by UNITED WAY Lake County for children entering kindergarten in fall 2025 who have limited preschool experience. Students will learn key readiness skills, prepare socially and emotionally, and adjust to the classroom setting. To learn more and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/2025KCC Please note that students must be registered for the 2025-2026 school year to participate.

Discover the amazing programs happening this month at Zion-Benton Library! Additionally, they will be hatching chicks again this year. The eggs are expected to arrive next week!

Is your child turning 5 on or before September 1, 2025, and ready to start an exciting journey in District 3 Kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year? If so, you won’t want to miss our amazing Kinder Meet & Greet! Come explore, connect, and get a sneak peek at what’s in store! 📅 Wednesday, April 2, 2025 🕠 5:30 - 6:30 pm 📍 Kenneth Murphy School

Spring Break is here! All District 3 schools will be off next week. Wishing all of our students, staff, and families a relaxing and refreshing break. 💛 We’ll see you on March 31, recharged and ready for the rest of the school year!

Communication from D3 Superintendent Dr. Wilcox regarding principal change at Kenneth Murphy Elementary School. English: https://bit.ly/3FOG9kP Spanish: https://bit.ly/4hJUcFE

We are excited to announce that the 2025-2026 school year calendar was officially approved at last night’s Board of Education meeting. Key highlights include: 📅 Students First Day of School: August 20, 2025 🏫 Students Last Day of School (if no emergency days are used): May 29, 2026 The full calendar is now available for your reference on our school website: https://www.bpd3.org/o/bpd3/page/school-calendar  2025-2026 School Calendar: English: https://bit.ly/4iAkmvC Spanish:https://bit.ly/4iAkRG0 Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we prepare for another successful school year.

Board of Education Meeting Monday, March 17, at 6:30 pm. Agenda: https://bit.ly/43NWArz

The Beach Park District 3 Multicultural Festival is this Saturday! We hope you and your family can join us for this unforgettable event! 📅Saturday, March 15th, 2025 ⌚9:00 am - 2:00 pm Additional parking will be available at Kenneth Murphy School, with free shuttle bus transportation to and from the event.

Registration for 2025-2026 is now open! Please check your email for more information. // ¡Ya está abierta la inscripción para el año escolar 2025-2026! Chequea su correo electrónico para más información.