D114 Weekly Family Updates 9/2/25

  

We're sure glad to have everyone back at school!!!! It's been a GREAT start, and we are so very grateful for our students, families, and staff. D114 is a great place to be! 

STANTON BAND--OPEN TO ALL!!!!

ATTENDANCE MATTERS! 

We have updated our procedures when students are frequently absent. It's our goal to support students and families in getting to school EACH DAY!

Why does this matter?

Here's what our support will look like...

Good morning, District 114!

We hope everyone enjoyed their Labor Day weekend!

Help us meet our membership goal of 90+ members this school year!! Here's what you need to know:

• Dues are $10 for the whole year! That's less than a dollar a month!
• You'll receive a District 114 PTA Calendar featuring student artwork
• The first 50 members to sign up will be entered into a raffle to win $100 in Scholastic Dollars for your child's classroom teacher!
• Join here today!

Join the PTA and help enrich your child's educational experience this year!

Mark your calendars! We have some exciting things happening in the next few weeks:

• First PTA Meeting of the year!
• Monday, September 8th at 6:00 pm
• Lotus Library or join us on Google Meets!
• First Eat Out to Help Out Event: McTeacher Night
• Tuesday, September 9th, 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
• McDonald's in Fox Lake
• Come see your favorite teachers work at McDonald's for the evening!
• Make sure to say "I'm here with D114!" 20% of food purchases will be donated to the PTA!
• Be sure to bring cash for Apple Pies! 100% of apple pie donations go to the PTA!

Make sure to join our Facebook Group Page! 

Have a great week!

YOUR PTA Board

Watch here for community opportunities for our students and families! 

Want to DANCE?

Stanton After-School Basketball Training – Registration Open!
Stanton students in grades 5–8 are invited to join 606 Academy’s Wednesday basketball training program. Students will learn basketball fundamentals, participate in drills and scrimmages, and build confidence while staying active.

• Early Release Wednesdays at Stanton School

• Half-Day: 1:30–3:05 PM | Full-Day: 1:30–4:00 PM

• Registration closes September 3rd

• Minimum enrollment required (if not met, program moves to Lotus Elementary)

Register here: 606academy.com/606atStanton
Questions? Contact greg@606Academy.com or text/call (312) 662-8256

Lotus Pre-K After-School Program – Registration Open!
Lotus Pre-K families are invited to join our after-school enrichment program held at Lake Front Park. Transportation from Lotus School is provided. Kids will enjoy games, sports, and activities that build teamwork, coordination, and confidence—all while having fun!

• Open to Lotus Pre-K students only

• Flexible payment plans available

• Registration deadline: September 1st

Learn more and register here: 606academy.com/606LotusPreK
Questions? Contact greg@606Academy.com or text/call (312) 662-8256.

If you or your student are in a crisis, please call the following numbers as applicable:

Local Healthcare Assistance (when you're not sure where to turn)

For a Life Threatening EMERGENCY CALL 9-1-1

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline call or text 9-8-8 or chat 988.lifeline.org provides 24/7, free and confidential support 

CRISIS TEXT LINE:  text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States anytime. A live trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds.

The Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386 provides crisis support services to LGBTQ youth.

Non-Emergency Community Help Line 2-1-1

               

D114 is a special place to be! Thank you for your partnership with us!