Kindergarten just completed their community helpers unit. They invited heroes from our community to talk to their classes about their jobs, and they decided what they want to be when they grow up, and created their very own community! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #BuzzingatOakCrest
4 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Kindergarten showing off their communities!
Beach park community
What kindergarten students want to be when they grow up!
What kindergarten students want to be when they grow up!
Overview of project
Real life community helpers in action!
In Mrs. Burn's art class, 2nd grade students used chalk pastels to create the northern lights in preparation for a winter landscape painting! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #OCBees
4 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Winter art fun!!
Landscape painting!
Having fun creating art with friends!
Here is one of the beautiful bulletin boards we have decorated for winter time! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #OCBees
4 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Winter themed bulletin board!
Yesterday we had our December SIP day! We talked about expectations, crowned our November students of the month, and had a fun staff versus students game! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #BuzzingatOakCrest
4 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
December 2025 SIP Day
As a student it is extremely important to stay organized with school work. Here are some ways to help students at home with organization! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #OCBees
4 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Student organization tips
Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate! Let today be a day of enjoyment and happiness! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #BuzzingatOakCrest
4 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Thanksgiving 2025
Internet safety is extremely important for students to know about. Here are some very helpful tips for students to stay safe online! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #OCBees
4 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Internet Safety
1 more day, then thanksgiving break! We got this! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #BuzzingatOakCrest
4 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Monday before Thanksgiving Break
Family is extremely important, and the holidays are especially an important time to reconnect and embrace our families. #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #OCBees
4 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Family Quotation
Happy National Substitute Educators Day! 



A BIG thank you to all of our dedicated Beach Park District #3 substitute teachers!

We want to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation for the vital role you play in our schools. Whether you serve as a Daily Substitute, stepping in at a moment's notice, a Building Substitute, providing consistent support within your school, or a Long-Term Substitute, guiding students through extended periods of learning, you are important, and your contributions make a real difference!

Thank you for being an essential part of the Beach Park District #3 family. Your work matters, and we appreciate you!

Interested in Joining Our Team of Substitutes?
If you or someone you know would like to become part of our outstanding substitute teacher team, please visit our district website at www.bpd3.org or contact our Human Resources Department for more information.

Together, we make a difference in the lives of our students!
4 months ago, Steven Bigden-Russell
Happy National Substitute Educator Day!
Students in Mrs. Reese's class painted leaves today through a ziploc bag! Students loved created these! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #BuzzingatOakCrest
4 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Leave Painting
In honor of Native American Heritage month! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #OCBees
5 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Native American Heritage Month

You're invited to attend our Board of Education Meeting this Monday, November 17, 2025, at 6:30 PM.

📍 Location: Beach Park Middle School (Cafeteria), 40667 N Green Bay Rd, Beach Park, IL 60099

The meeting agenda is now available and can be viewed here: Click Here

5 months ago, Beach Park District 3
Board Meeting
Happy Veteran's Day! Thank you to all who served! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #OCBees
5 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Veteran’s Day 2025
Due to severe weather today, Monday, November 10, will be an E-Learning Day. Students should follow their normal schedule online. Read the following communications for more details. https://bit.ly/3LuVkCK Spanish: https://bit.ly/4qLfVTn
5 months ago, Beach Park District 3
E-Learning
For families this holiday season, United Way is a great resource to help support families. https://211lakecounty.org #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #BuzzingatOakCrest
5 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Family resources for the holiday season
Here are some apps for kids that help to promote self-care and wellness! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #OCBees
5 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Age- Appropriate self-care apps for kids
In our front entrance, we had this beautiful day of the dead display. #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #OCBees
5 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Day of the Dead 2025
If you are not already, please be following our Facebook page to keep up to date with all things Oak Crest!! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #OCBees
5 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
Follow our social media page!!
Today was our November SIP Day. Today we went over playground expectations, and crowned our October Student of the month! We also had book buddies this afternoon! #learnleadsucceedbpd3 #BuzzingatOC
5 months ago, Oak Crest Elementary School
November 2025 SIP Day