Prospect Heights School District 23
May 13, 2022
Celebrate the end of the year with a special D23 Day at the Dogs!
Dear Parents and Staff,

While we know there is still much work to be done, the approaching end of the school year builds excitement and anticipation. End of trimester projects, assessments, and special events will fill the To-Do list quickly.

We want to celebrate our success this year and the start of summer break with a D23 Day at the Dogs!

We have worked with the Chicago Dogs Baseball team to reserve a District 23 section for the game on Tuesday, May 31st at 7:00pm.

Tickets are $12.00 and can be purchased directly through this link using the code: DISTRICT23

If your family wants to attend this event but the cost is prohibitive, please reach out to me (dangelaccio@d23.org) directly as confidential financial assistance is available.

Our District 23 students will be performing the National Anthem and we will have a very special guest throwing out the first pitch! We hope you can join us for this fun event to kick off summer and celebrate as a community.

Best Wishes,
Dr. A
District 23 Continues Facility and Program Planning

In December, the Board of Education directed Administration to coordinate an investigation into the facility and program needs associated with our Strategic Plan. Over the past 6 months, we have selected consultants whose expertise will guide a thoughtful and transparent process, including student, staff, parent, and other community members' voice and input. 

After an initial review and a series of discussions, the first DRAFT proposal of Facility and Program needs was presented to the Board on May 11, 2022.

This presentation, which can be found by clicking THIS LINK, highlighted four areas of need: Early Learning Program Enhancements, Facility Maintenance, Safety and Security, and Community Connections.

Next steps for this process will include the creation of a Citizens' Task Force and Public Opinion surveys to determine the level of community support for these needs and support for a potential referendum in April 2023. 
Upcoming Events
Young Athletes' Day @ IKE - May 26







8th Grade Student Send off
May 27




No School
Memorial Day
May 30







D23 Day at the Dogs
May 31




8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
June 1
Last Day of School
June 3

PTO Kona Ice Party @ Ike 3:30pm




June 8, 2022
Board of Education Meeting at Grodsky Admin Bldg.
Quick Links
PHSD23
MacArthur Wrestlers lead the Pledge of Allegiance
Representatives of the MacArthur Middle School Wrestling Team led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance. After winning conference and Sectionals, the team sent 12 athletes to compete in the IESA State Wrestling Meet.
Summer Construction Season
The Board approved a number of contracts for construction and repair work to be completed this summer, including landscaping to beautify the MacArthur Courtyard and around our new Outdoor Learning spaces.
2022-23 Strategic Plan Goals
Dr. Angelaccio and the Administrative Team presented the Strategic Plan goals for 2022-23.
Student Success:
  • Implementation of new English/Language Arts Curriculum
  • Investigation of new Social Studies/Civics curriculum materials
  • Continued implementation of Second Step and Social Emotional Learning curriculum
  • Facilities and Program Planning to support Full Day Kindergarten

Teaching Learning and Innovation:
  • Implementation of Instructional Coaches at each school
  • Update and revision of evaluation procedures and documentation
  • Focused Investigation into Diversity, Equity and Inclusion goals

Family and Community Partnerships:
  • Increased Community Engagement events
  • Conduct Equity scan and needs assessment
  • Facilitate the development of the next Strategic Plan including community forums and input sessions

Sustainable Resources:
  • Facilities and Program Planning to support safety, security, maintenance and repair needs through long range financial planning
  • Complete negotiations with our two employee representative organizations
  • Conduct a mid-point review of the long range facilities plan
May Recognitions
May is recognized as Hearing and Speech Awareness Month, so we send a special message of thanks to all of our Speech and Language Pathologists: Danielle Giangrand, Lindsey Crum, Candice Fleischman, Jamie Gross, Alyssa Rollins, Cheryl Kreiman, and Carly Sullivan.

May is also an opportunity for thank all of our crossing guards for their dedicated service and for our partnership with the Prospect Heights Police Department who coordinates that program. We appreciate your assistance and support to keep our students safe as they travel to and from school.
End of Year Celebrations
The end of the school year brings many opportunities to celebrate another successful year.
5/26 - Young Athletes' Day @ Ike
5/27 - 1st grade tours of Betsy Ross and 8th grade Student Send-off
5/31 - D23 Day at the Dogs @ Chicago Dogs
6/1 - 8th Grade Promotion @ Hersey
6/3 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
PTO KONA ICE CELEBRATION

Come and celebrate the end of the 2021-2022 school year! We had a wonderful year learning and growing. To help officially mark the last day of the school year, the D23 PTO and the D23 administration have organized a celebration gathering from 3:30-5:30 PM on June 3rd outside behind Eisenhower Elementary School!

Tickets for a free Kona ice will be given to all D23 students there. 
Additional Kona for parents or non-D23 children will be available for purchase. 

A DJ from Bach to Rock will be also joining the celebration! Parking will be available at the front of Eisenhower, McDonald Field and at Gary Morava Recreation Center. Feel free to stop by anytime between 3:30-5:30 on June 3rd!
Registration for 2022-23 continues - Please complete ASAP
Good luck at State Track and Field
Our MacArthur Track and Field team competed at Conference last weekend and are prepared to take on Regional Competition tomorrow as part of the IESA State Series.

We wish all of our competitors good luck this weekend!
Great Job MacArthur Musical Cast and Crew!
After a Spring filled with rehearsals and preparation, the MacArthur Musical was a huge hit this week!

The cast and crew did an amazing job bringing this story to life in a fun and exciting show!
Connect With Us
Administration: (847) 870-3850
Superintendent

Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction

Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations
Assistant Superintendent for Student Services

Director of Technology

Mr. Mike Ziaja
Director of Operations