Ridge FTO

Please join us for our November Dine n Share at Lou Malnati's in Elk Grove Village When: Wed, Nov. 12 Time: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Location: 1050 E Higgins Rd, Elk Grove Village You can dine in, order online, or have it delivered--just be sure to mention Ridge or use the GIVEBACK25 code

Our Fall Donation Drive ends this Friday. We are collecting nonperishable food, toiletries, and other household items for the Elk Grove Township Food Pantry. So far, the classrooms with the most donations are: 1) Orr 2) Rowley 3) Crone The top three classrooms will win a prize

GOOD NEWS: Pictures should be coming home today in students' folders. For those who didn't order ahead of time, you will receive a proof with a new order code to use online. And if you'd like to have your student's picture retaken, Picture Retake Day is Tuesday, October 28

Don't forget to take part in our Dine 'n Share this Friday, Sept. 26, at Real Time Sports in Elk Grove Village.  You can enjoy their lunch buffet, a carry-out diner, or a night out enjoying live music! Whatever you prefer, just show this email or the flyer sent home this week.

The Ridge FTO had a blast hosting Illinois Storm Chasers' Nick Bartholomew today at @D59Ridge. Students learned about how tornadoes form and their rating scale , what causes thunderstorms and lightning , and how to stay safe during severe weather.

We're working on making this year's raffle better than ever and we need your help. We are asking families to donate items for people to bid on during the Boo Bash. Get creative and put something together that you think others would enjoy. Thank you for your support!

Get ready for our Fall Book Fair! Shop online by clicking here: literati.com/store/?school=… In-person shopping goes from Sept. 5-12. Consider purchasing a Literati gift card ahead of time so you don't have to send your child to school with cash/checks!

Have you signed up for the Ridge Raptor Scavenger Hunt yet? The deadline is Aug. 20! Teams of 1-4 @D59Ridge students find and solve clues hidden around Elk Grove. Teams that complete the scavenger hunt by Aug. 24 will be entered into a raffle for prizes! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Any students or siblings want to participate in the Celebration of Cultures parade? Come in traditional dress (optional) and meet by the stage at 11 a.m. on Aug. 23 at Kopp Park. All ages are welcome. This event is not sponsored by Ridge or Community Consolidated District 59.

Have you signed up for our Ridge Raptor Scavenger Hunt? It takes place Aug. 22-24 and each team will have the whole weekend to complete the hunt. Teams can comprise 1-4 @D59Ridge students; only 1 parent needs to register each team. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/1MgHY4…

Our Spirit Wear Sale has been extended until Aug. 22! 👕👖 Take a look at the new Ridge Raptor T-shirts, hoodies, and pants that are available for purchase before the online shop closes. Order at ridgeraptors2025.itemorder.com/shop

Let's Get Groovy with Tie-Dye! 🌈 We're looking for volunteers to help with our upcoming tie-dye event on Aug 28. No tie-dye experience? No problem! We'll show you the ropes. Or you can help prepare the T-shirts ahead of time. Click here to sign up: signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49A5AF…

Because of our families' generous donations, the Ridge FTO was able to purchase a gaga ball pit! We had a ribbon-cutting ceremony during Back to School Night to celebrate. Also, a big thank you to @rD59ridge and @CCSD59 staff for helping make this happen. Go Raptors!

Our Spirit Wear Sale is now open just in time for back to school season. Order some merch to show your Raptor pride. These also make great gifts! The deadline for orders is Friday, August 8. Shop now at ridgeraptors2025.itemorder.com/shop

Who wants to help add a splash of color to our upcoming Tie-Dye Day? We're providing the shirts, and we'd love for families to take care of the tie dye supplies. Bonus tip: Amazon Prime Days are running until Friday, so lots of materials are now on sale! amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls…

The deadline to order school kits has been extended until midnight tonight! To order, click this link: 1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/34531 The supplies are customized to your student's grade and delivered to Ridge the week of July 14. We will distribute them directly to their classroom!

Don't want to deal with the hassle of back to school shopping this July? Then order a school supply kit now for the 2025-26 school year: 1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/34531 Everything is delivered to Ridge the week of July 14. We will distribute them directly to their classroom.

Well, that's a wrap on Teacher Appreciation Week! They were fed lunch, breakfast, and snacks; feted with flowers, lotto tickets, and notes of appreciation from students; and pampered with chair massages. Our teachers and staff are definitely "Wicked Oz-some!"