More than half the teachers in 2008 had advanced degrees. The average teacher in District 57 has over 12 years of experience.

For Parents

This page contains information that might be of interest to parents. This could be documents of downloads from a variety of sources. You'll find the most current notices or documents at the top. You can also navigate to the different departments using the top navigation.

For Parents

Kindergarten Winter Intake Open
01/11/2012

Kindergarten Winter Intake is now open for the 2012-2013 school year. Please follow this link for a complete description of this process. 

Health Notice
12/7/2011

The Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) reports that pertussis or whooping cough is still circulating in Cook County. The first symptoms are similar to those of a common cold: a runny nose, sneezing, low-...

Welcome Back!
08/19/2011

We are very excited about the return of our students! I hope that all of you enjoyed special times together over the summer and that the break was fun and rejuvenating for you and your students. Our administrative team,...

Online Registration Open
06/1/2011

Email notices were sent out yesterday to returning parents of students in grade K-8 containing information about online registration, which is now open. Please check your email for account information and links to...

Online Registration Update
05/31/2011

Online registration for District 57 will be opened Tuesday, May 31st. Parents of returning students from grades K-8 will receive an email containing instructions on how to start the online process.

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District Handbook Download
05/25/2011

The District Handbook is now available electroncially for download. Please click on this link (.pdf).

Registration for 2011-2012
05/24/2011

Our School District is excited to announce online registration for the upcoming school year!  We have selected a company called “infosnap” to host this green method which will securely gather...

End of Year Calendar Dates
05/3/2011

Please note the end of year calendar dates for 2010 – 2011.

District Survey Results
03/7/2011
More than 2,000 community members take District 57 survey, with 94 percent saying they would recommend the District to a friend

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School District 57 Hosts Candidate Forum
03/1/2011

Lincoln Middle School, in District 57, will be the site of the District's 2011 Candidate Forum. On Thursday, March 10th, the four candidates for the three seats available on the Board of Education have been invited to...

Downloadable documents

2012 - 2013 Calendar
01/5/2012

Please see the enclosed .pdf attachment for the 2012 - 2013 school calendar.

NWEA 2011 Parent Toolkit
09/20/2011

This Parent Toolkit was created by NWEA as a resource and guide for parents. It includes Frequently Asked Questions, The Lexile Framework® for Reading, Tips for Parents, a list of web sites for kids and parents and Commonly Used Terms.

Communication Audit and Plan (updated)
05/10/2011

During the Fall of 2009, the District contracted with the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) to conduct a Communications Audit as part of the District’s current Strategic Plan. The audit report has been received and reviewed by the Board of Education and the Administration. A Communications Plan is being developed using many of the recommendations from the audit report. The complete audit and an executive summary of findings and recommendations are available.

You can download both through these two links:

Budget Reduction 2011 - 2012
03/18/2011

In the past several years, the District has experienced a shortfall of revenue compared with its operating needs. This trend has been exacerbated by the downturn in the economy. Specifically, our revenues have been adversely affected due to delayed state payments, tax objections, delays in property tax collections, unfunded state mandates, and low interest rates.

Community Survey Report Results February 2011
03/3/2011

Please see the attached Adobe Acrobat .pdf attachment for the results from the recent community survey given to residents of Mount Prospect and district staff. This report was presented to the Board of Education meeting on March 3rd, 2011.

Lincoln Student Highlights
03/2/2011

Lincoln eighth grade students recently worked on a World War II research project. Using research skills, eBooks, Google Docs and Open Office they presented information to other students. You can read more by clicking on the attached .pdf file.

Future information on how technology is being used at Lincoln can be seen on Lincoln's website under the 'Students & Technology' link at the top of the page.

Ed Foundation Mardi Gras Invitation
01/31/2011

Dear District 57 Families,

The Education Foundation recently mailed out invitations to the Mardi Gras "Auction on the Bayou" Spring event, taking place on February 26th. All parents of students in District 57 were mailed an invitation but, we know many have not received it yet. All families are welcome and encouraged to attend this special evening.

Attached is a PDF of the invitation mailed. You can either register online at www.57edfoundation.org or print and mail your response to District 57 Education Foundation, c/o Brad Colehour, 7 N Maple Street, Mount Prospect, IL 60056.

Income Elgibility Guidelines
07/13/2010

Please see attached .pdf for Income Eligibility Guidelines used for the student fee waiver program and the free and reduced priced lunch program.

2011-12 School Calendar
12/17/2010

Please see the attached .pdf for the 2011-12 school year calendar.

Report Card Supplement for 2nd Grade
12/2/2010

Please download for Report Card Supplement for Parents for 2nd grade.