Shoutout to the students in Ms. Smith's Communications class! Their videos were chosen as winners and they were gifted hoodies from Nicholas and Associates in recognition of their hard work on the Student Content Construction Series. These talented students captured the latest updates on the construction of our new gym and locker rooms, which were shared on D102's social media.
The project isn’t done yet! Ms. Smith’s new class for the second quarter had their first chance to explore the site and are excited to continue the work. They’ll be picking up where the last group left off and creating even more student-led content to keep our community in the loop!
Calling all NEW D102 families! 🏫✨ Pre-registration for the 2025-2026 school year is officially live. This includes:
🎒 Early Childhood (EC) Students
🎒 Kindergarten Students
🎒 New students joining grades 1-8
Getting started is easy! 🌟 Visit the registration page on our website, where you’ll find a simple step-by-step guide to walk you through the process.
Let’s get ready for an incredible year ahead at D102! 💙💛
We had some paws-itively amazing visitors from Lincolnshire Animal Hospital Therapy Dogs! 🐶 These gentle, furry friends spent time with our students, calmly sitting and listening as they read aloud and engaged in heartwarming interactions.
It was a tail-wagging good time that left everyone smiling and feeling a little lighter. 💖
Did you know? 🐕✨ D102 has its very own therapy dog program, and you can be part of it! All community members are welcome to join. To learn more, attend our informational meetings via Zoom this Thursday and next Tuesday at 7:00 P.M. Join Mrs. Fasuna to discover how your dog can join D102’s Homegrown Therapy Dog program, the training process, and the amazing benefits of therapy dogs!
Let’s spread even more joy with our four-legged friends! 💕🐾
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Reminder! Monday, January 20 is a non-attendance day. Schools and offices will be closed.
This week, our students explored the power of words with the book "Martin’s Big Words" by Doreen Rappaport. They brainstormed "Power Words," discussed what it means to be a "Peaceful Warrior," and created illustrated posters showcasing inspiring words.
These posters will soon decorate our hallways as a reminder of how words can shape a better world.
Third-grade students at Pritchett have been busy preparing for an amazing year ahead! After reading One Word for Kids, they each chose a word to focus on for 2025. To bring their intentions to life, they completed adorable winter bear crafts, wrote their focus word, and shared thoughtful descriptions of why they chose it.
Get ready for an unforgettable performance, as Meridian presents "Broadway Beat!" It is an original Broadway show that will take you straight to the heart of New York City. You will follow a group of tourists as they explore the magic of Broadway, struggling to choose which iconic show to see in just one night!
To see the talented cast of 50 fourth and fifth graders, purchase tickets via Schoology! Performance dates are January 30 and 31 at 7:00 p.m. at the Buffalo Grove Community Arts Center.
What an incredible season for the B Team! These talented athletes wrapped up the regular season with an impressive 7-3 record and fought hard earning 2nd place in the tournament. Their teamwork, determination, and growth on the court have made us all proud. Way to go, team!
Yesterday, Dr. McIntyre stepped into the new year in style with custom D102 sneakers, a thoughtful gift from our talented Assistant Superintendent of Learning and Growth, Dr. Sostak! 🎉👟
The day was more than just a fashion statement—it was an opportunity for staff to come together, dive deeper into data and assessments, and strengthen our commitment to meeting the needs of every student.
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We are jumping for joy as our students join us in school today! We hope that students, families, and staff are recharged and ready to take on more learning and adventure at D102. Let’s make this next chapter amazing together! 💡🌟
🎉 We're back from break and ready for another round of Staff Trivia! 🧑🏫✨ Can you guess which staff member works in D102, is a D102 alumni, and has a Kindergartner at Tripp?
Is it Ms. Baddeley, Ms. Dion, Ms. Bellis, Ms. Holmes, Ms. Choi, Ms. Lacaeyse, or Ms. Stein?
Follow along on our Instagram and Facebook page for the answer!
Staff and students shared their favorite things about being part of D102! #D102 #EveryDayEveryStudent
🎉 The D102 Mentor/Mentee Program wrapped up the first half of the year with a fun cookie-decorating celebration! 🍪✨ New staff and mentors connected, reflected on their "favorite things" about D102, and celebrated the collaboration that makes our district exceptional. 💙
📚 Students in Ms. Mastri's class are diving into the writing process! They were busy researching fascinating facts about their chosen topics and crafting polished, compelling pieces for their audiences. 🖊️✨ The creativity and effort in their work was truly inspiring! 🙌
🎉 What a fantastic day at our early childhood program's Family Game Day! Families joined us for a fun-filled event where they shared their favorite games with the class. From classic board games to creative activities, it was a great opportunity for our little learners to bond with their families while building new skills. Thank you to all the families who joined in the fun and made it such a memorable day! 🧩💖
🎳 Students crushed it in P.E. class today with some serious bowling skills! 🙌 If they mastered the strike or spare, they got to sign the official poster and join the Strike Club or Spare Club! So proud of everyone’s effort and teamwork today. 🏅 Keep rolling, everyone! #D102 #EveryDayEveryStudent
🦃✨ Meridian Ambassadors are spreading the holiday spirit! Thanks to the incredible generosity of our staff, students, families, and district members, they were able to sponsor complete Thanksgiving dinners for 12 local families. 🙌
As part of the Gratitude Generation Shop ‘n’ Share program, our Ambassadors also took a field trip to Aldi, where they worked together to purchase groceries for three families, ensuring they had meals for an entire week on a $80 budget! 🛒💛
A big thank you to everyone who donated and helped make this possible, and to our Ambassadors for delivering the goods to a local food pantry! Your kindness is making a real impact. 🍽️
As American Education Week comes to a close, let's take a moment to celebrate the incredible educators, students, and families who make learning a priority every day. Together, we’re building a brighter future—one lesson, one conversation, one step at a time. Thank you to everyone who supports the power of education!
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🍁✨ This Thanksgiving, we’re reflecting on the amazing community we have at D102. From the hard work to the little moments of joy, there’s so much to be thankful for. Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday full of warmth, gratitude, and togetherness! 🍂🦃
🎨💖 Our amazing student council members at Tripp got creative, coloring beautiful pictures for Fill a Heart 4 Kids! These heartfelt masterpieces will be attached to Thanksgiving food boxes, spreading love and joy to homeless and at-risk children. 🦃🍽️ A small act of kindness that makes a BIG impact!
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