Come support Grace Lutheran School in the Memorial Day Parade in River Forest on Monday, May 31. Parade starts at 9:30. Those wishing to march with Grace in the parade will meet at 901 William St., River Forest at 8:30am. Wear a “Walk with Grace” t-shirt (any color). Wear red or white if you don’t have a “Walk” shirt.

Congratulations to our 1^st-4^th grade students who did a marvelous job last Friday in their musical performance of Rats. Thank you to all of the teachers, staff, and parents who contributed in so many ways. Finally, thanks to everyone who attended to support our students.

Congratulations to our track team on their performance at the State Meet. Out of more than 50 schools who participated, our girls team placed 9^th and our boys team placed 12^th. Twelve of our athletes earned All-State honors by placing in the top 8 in their event!

  

Reminder-On Friday June 3 school dismissal will be at 11:30am after the closing chapel. There is no after school day care that day, but we will have before school care.

Yearbooks will be distributed to the PK-7 grade students on Wednesday, June 1. If you didn't order a copy for your child, or can't remember, please contact the school office. Extra copies have been ordered so there is still time before the end of the school year. The cost is $25.00.

It is not too early for your student who will start kindergarten, second, or sixth grade next fall to have the examinations and receive the immunizations that are required by the State of Illinois when they enter these grades. All examinations need to be reported on the state forms. We will accept completed forms anytime this semester, but they must be submitted by the beginning of the 2022-23 school year. Please contact the office if you have any questions.

Pre-Kindergarten and Jr. Kindergarten- Children need to have a health examination with an updated immunization record.

Kindergarten- Children need to have a health examination with an updated immunization record (boosters), an eye examination, and a dental examination.

Second Grade- A dental examination is required.

Sixth Grade- A health examination and a dental examination are required. Proof of having received 3 doses of Hepatitis B vaccine, 2 doses of Varicella vaccine, 1 dose of Tdap, and 1 dose of meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4) need to be presented. 

Please take care of outstanding fees before the end of our fiscal year, which is June 30. The final daycare invoice will be sent out the week of June 6.

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At Grace Lutheran School, being of service is part of the mission. The more parents participate the stronger we are, the more fun will be had, and the more opportunities there are to build community. There is no contribution of your time and talents that would be too small! Everything matters.

We are "renovating" the parent engagement process as we head into the 2022-23 school year. We have formalized roles, as you will see in this SignUp Genius, to ensure all parents know the ways in which they can contribute to the success of the school.

We want to encourage moms AND dads to sign up to help. It truly takes a village, and the community at Grace is one of our greatest assets. As we come out of the pandemic, the next school year will be about rebuilding traditions and creating new ways to come together. Be a part of the team shaping how that unfolds.

Sign Up Now!  You will feel great when offering your time and talents in service to this amazing school community. All ways of contributing matter. By signing up, you are indicating your interest, and we will work with you to strike the right balance based on what you can give. Go ahead, dip your toe in! We promise you won't regret it.

Questions? Contact Alison Welch (aliwelch@gmail.com) or Joanna Schubkegel (jschub@me.com).

Library Books- As the end of the school year approaches, please remember to return your library books. Notices will be sent home to remind students of any books they still have checked out. If you can't find a book and think you might have returned it, contact Mrs. Bramwell. 

Art Show Information-Join us for the Spring 2022 Art Show celebrating Grace Lutheran School’s artists in grades 1^st through 8^th. Artwork will be on display in the gym Friday, May 27 from 8:30am until 5:30pm and on Sunday, May 29 from 8:30am until 12:30pm. Take a creative tour through our “School of Fish” that showcases under the sea themed art pieces and more!

And after the art show check out the lost and found tables. Lots of jackets, sweatshirts and water bottles. All items left after the last day of school will be put in the donation box.

Walther Christian Academy is hosting a 5K Run/Walk fundraiser on Saturday, June 4 at 9:00am. The race starts and ends on the Walther track and goes through the Melrose Park neighborhood. Last year it was a wonderful community event...with tacos at the finish line! Please go this link for more information.

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