Forrestal's next family event is the Meet & Greet this week on Thursday, August 13 from 1:30-3:00pm. Visit Forrestal to drop your supplies and meet your teacher (1st-4th grade).
Kinder is welcome to attend but please know room assignments for Kinder will be finished next week in advance of Kinder Meet and Greet on Wednesday, August 19th from 2:30-3:30pm!
This program is FREE and open to all Forrestal Students.
Monday - Thursday and begins on August 31st.
Program dismissal is 5:00 PM.
All students must be picked up by 5:15 PM.
Sign-up using the QR code or
bit.ly/ForrestalASEP
📢 2026-27 School Registration Updates! 1) Registration is OPEN through the first day of school. 2) Dental & Vision exam deadlines are extended to Dec 18 (physicals/immunizations still due). Need registration help? Join our Family Event Aug 6, 4-6 PM! Details: https://canva.link/kscvme80bo4xmqr
The first day of school is as follows:
Grades 1-12: August 17
Kindergarten: August 20
Early Childhood/Pre K: August 24
Date: August 7, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (First-come, first-served)
Location: Evelyn Alexander School
Visit your child’s school office to complete and sign the required consent form.
Provide a copy of your child's immunization record.
Note: Parents/guardians must complete the appropriate sections of the physical and consent forms prior to the clinic. The team will see as many students as possible, but no students will be accepted after 3:00 PM.
North Chicago Community Days Update: Today's parade & fireworks are postponed due to weather (will be rescheduled). However, as of now, the festival is still on! Join us starting at 2:00 PM for food, music & fun.
Updated guide details here: https://canva.link/hlvgdio9988rd8g
NCCP Notice: The Family Care Closet will be closed tomorrow due to a power outage at NCCHS. We look forward to reopening next week. Stay safe and thank you for your understanding! - Kelly Gallego, Executive Program Director
Forrestal Weekly Parent Newsletter for Week of July 27, 2026
Important Back to School Information!
https://canva.link/z05a2xnk2e27k0e
Thank you for your understanding.
North Chicago community, exciting things are happening! Meet Dr. Collins and see how we're preparing for the new school year in our latest D187 update: https://www.d187.org/article/3041397