Oak Park District 97

Today, we’re celebrating the amazing principals of D97! 🎉From morning greetings to after-school events, they go above and beyond to make every student feel seen, supported, and valued. Join us in thanking them for their leadership! 💚 #PrincipalAppreciation #ThankAPrincipa

This hallway display for Hispanic Heritage Month is beautiful. Me encanta. As always I’m so proud to be #holmeshawks @OakPark97 @mrsninan1 @HolmesSpanish @BilingualTechi

First day of 6th grade for my baby! 26th year as a school social worker for me! #d97joy @OakPark97 #bebrooks97 #julianjawks97

Here’s to a great 2024-2025 school year for everyone! First and third grade here we come :) @OakPark97

We are loving these first day smiles! 😁📸 Share your first day photos or videos with us by using the hashtag #D97Joy or emailing d97feedback@op97.org.

Irving’s Specials team ready for the first day with students tomorrow! 🎨🌎📚🏀🎶@OakPark97

Happy first day of school, District 97! 🎉We’re thrilled to welcome everyone back!❤️ Families and staff—we want to see your #D97Joy. Share your first day photos or videos with us by using the hashtag #D97Joy or emailing them to d97feedback@op97.org. Let’s celebrate together!📷✨

Today we honor and celebrate Juneteenth, Freedom Day! All District 97 schools and offices are closed and will reopen tomorrow, Thursday, June 20. 💚💛❤️

Please join us in welcoming three new school administrators to 97! 🌟Tamera Phillips, principal of Holmes Elementary 🌟Marianne Rehfield, principal of Lincoln Elementary 🌟José Gamiño associate principal of Julian Middle School Click to learn more: bit.ly/4clIheZ.

🎓 Congratulations to the Julian Middle School Class of 2024! 🎓 Friday, we celebrated the hard work and dedication of these incredible Julian Jayhawks. They've grown and achieved so much, and we couldn't be prouder of each and every one of them. ❤️

Plans are in the works for #OakPark’s annual Juneteenth celebration! The entire community is invited to the Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony on June 12 & the Juneteenth community cookout on June 15. Both events will take place at Village Hall. More info: oak-park.us/juneteenth

☀️Free Summer Meals for Kids!☀️ The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), also known as the Summer Meals Program, provides FREE meals to kids 18 and under. Click here to learn more >> bit.ly/455phim

Julian Middle track athletes bring home 2 state championships Shot put and the 4×200 relay were the first-place events oakpark.com/2024/05/24/jul…

Our caterpillars have arrived! Observation of changes begins #pkp #longfellowbears #myd97joy

Students & families immersing in the culture of Spanish speaking countries by playing with traditional toys, puzzles, lotería & Pirinola during Irving’s Art Fest 2024! @OakPark97

Camping Day! @UpAtLincolnOP @OakPark97

Afternoon 5th grade helpers. Reading is more fun with a big kid. #pkp #longfellowbears #myd97

📢 Calling all D97 fifth-graders! Don't miss Middle School Connection, a three-day program designed to help you transition to middle school. From August 13-15, join us for activities, friendships, and a sneak peek into middle school life. Sign up today! bit.ly/3WvdSX4

Use Let's Talk or tweet us at @OakPark97 with the hashtags #D97Joy and #OakPark97 to share your story!

🎉Do you know a D97 staff member who's made a positive impact on your student or family this year? Let's celebrate them!🌟 Share your stories, photos, videos, or drawings during Staff Appreciation Week, May 6-10, to show gratitude for our amazing teachers and staff. 🙌