Parent News
March 2024
Happy March!
May this month of March bring you joy, peace, and all the good things you deserve. Spring is almost here! With just a few months left of the school year, we are working really hard to make this another memorable year for all Beach Park Community.
We look forward to seeing families during parent teacher conferences to share the amazing progress their child has made. Conferences will be held on March 11th from 12 p.m - 7:05 p.m, there will be no student attendance on that day. Your child's teacher will be in communication with you regarding sign up times.
Also, don't forget to join us for the multicultural fair this month, see flyer below.
Next PTO Meetings
BPMS - March 18th at 7pm via zoom/google meet
Howe - March 14th at 6pm
KM - March 18th at 5:30pm
NP - March 7th at 5:30pm
OC - March 11th at 5:30pm
Join us! 🌏
Our Mission
In partnership with our diverse community, we are committed to developing lifelong learners and productive citizens by fostering academic and social growth.
KM - Thursday March 7th, 2024
HW - Friday March 8th, 2024
OC - Wednesday March 6th, 2024
NP - Friday March 8th, 2024
BPMS - Thursday March 7th, 2024
District Calendar
Tuesday March 5th - School Improvement Day - Two Hour Early Dismissal for Students
Monday March 11th - Parent/Teacher Conferences, 12:00 pm - 7:05 pm - No Student Attendance
Monday March 25th - Friday March 29th - Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
School Hours
Student Beginning and Ending Times (2023-2024):
Beach Park Middle School: 7:25 AM to 2:35 PM
Newport: 8:30 AM to 3:10 PM
Kenneth Murphy: 8:30 AM to 3:10 PM
Howe: 9:05 AM to 3:45 PM
Oak Crest: 9:05 AM to 3:45 PM
Local Food Pantries
The Giving Point
- Every Monday (Excluding Holidays) 1:30 pm- 6 pm
- 900 Lewis Ave Winthrop Harbor IL 60096
- First time visitors will need to register there and provide ID & piece of mail with current address
Abiding Christian Assembly of God
- Food for residents of zion, winthrop harbor, wadsworth, or beach park
- Every Wed, 9:30am-1pm, able to go weekly, must provide ID with current address or mail that states address for verification
St. Patrick Catholic Church
- Mon-Thurs 8am-12pm, first time visit will need an ID and proof of address.
- Will need to call in advance to make sure there is food and can only go once a month
- 847-244-6661
Our Lady of Humility
- Tues/Wed 9-10:30am
- Will need to call in advance to make sure there is food and can only go once a month
- 847-872-8778
Health Fair! 🩺
Become a people for others, through volunteer work!
Feed My Starving Children
- For safety reasons, children under the age of 5 are not allowed in our packing area (no exceptions)
- Grades K-2: 1 student to 1 adult*
- Grades 3-6: 3 students to 1 adult
- Grades 7-12:4 students to 1 adult
Northern IL Food Bank
- Individuals must be 8 years or older to volunteer with adult
- Volunteer by yourself, with friends or family
Bed Ministry
- The Bed Ministry of St. Joseph Catholic Church is dedicated to building, assembling and delivering beds to children in need in the community.
- To volunteer contact Dan Harris 847.722.5345 or email dharris@stjoseph-libertyville.org
What happens in school 📚
Recipe Of The Month
Homemade Pizza
Ingredients
Dough:
1 (.25 ounce) envelope active dry yeast
1 cup lukewarm water
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons shortening
¼ teaspoon salt
Sauce:
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
¾ cup water
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon chili powder
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
Cheese:
1 (12 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese, or to taste
Directions
Step 1:
Make the dough: Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water in a small bowl. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
Step 2:
Combine flour, shortening, and salt in a large bowl; add yeast mixture and stir until dough comes together. Knead dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.
Step 3:
Lightly oil a large bowl. Place dough into the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 45 minutes.
Step 4:
Meanwhile, make the sauce: Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
Step 5:
Stir in tomato paste, water, salt, sugar, oregano, garlic powder, basil, marjoram, cumin, chili powder, red pepper flakes, and black pepper; simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 6:
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Step 7:
Divide dough in half. Roll each half into a 12-inch circle. Place dough onto two 12-inch pizza pans; cover with sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Step 8:
Bake in the preheated oven until crusts are golden brown, about 20 minutes.
Events Going On In The Community This Month!
La Guarda Zen - Yoga for kids
When: March 2nd, 2024
Where: Warren-Newport Public Library
Time: 11am -11:45am
- Children
- Registration needed
Music & Movement
When: March 6th & 13th, 2024
Where: Warren-Newport Public Library
Time: 10:30am - 11:15am
- Ages 3-5 with caregiver
Simple Excel & Excel Tables
When: March 21st, 2024
Where: Warren-Newport Public Library
Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
- Intro to excel, including simple construction, charts & tables
- Registration needed
Mario Kart Tournament
When: March 2nd, 2024
Where: Zion Public Library
Time: 1pm - 3pm
- ZB Teens program
Ask a Lawyer - Prairie State Legal Services
When: March 7th, 2024
Time: 1 p.m - 3 p.m
- Adult program
Rosalind Franklin Community Care Connection
When: March 6th, 2024
Time: 1:30 p.m - 4:30 p.m
- Will be providing free flu shots (6 months and up), cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar screenings for ages 18 years and up
Silent Book Club
When: March 11th, 2024
Where: Zion Public Library
Time: 10 a.m - 11 a.m
Picture Day
When: March 14th, 2024
Where: Zion Public Library
Time: 6 p.m - 7 p.m
Solar Eclipse Kit
When: Everyday in March
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: All day
- Pick up a solar eclipse kit
Drop in Computer Assistance
When: March 1st, 2024
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 10 a.m - 12 p.m
- Adults
SPA Pre-GED
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 1 p.m - 5 p.m
- Registration required
- Intended for adults
Become an Owner / Conviertete en Proprietario
When: March 3rd, 2024
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 3 p.m - 4:45 p.m
- Adults
- Learn how to buy a home
- How to improve your credit
- Manage your money
- Registration required
HACES Information
When: March 5th, 2024
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 3 p.m - 6 p.m
- Learn about programs & services HACES offers
National Oreo Day
When: March 6th, 2024
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 5 p.m - 5:30 p.m
- Families
- Registration required
Little Wonders: All About Spring
When: March 6th, 2024
Where: Waukegan Public Library
Time: 11 a.m - 11:45 p.m
- Ages 3,4, & 5 with caregiver
- Learn about spring through games, stories & flower craft
- Registration required
Want to learn more about special education? Check flyers below!
Youth Summer Work Program - 2024
Continue to fill out survey, I want to hear everyone's thoughts & ideas!
District Parent & Community Relations Coordinator
Cristina Julian
Office: 847-599-5029
Cell: 773-357-7398
11315 W. Wadsworth Road Beach Park IL 60099
Open office hours:
Feel free to contact me to book an appointment to talk about any concerns you may have or need assistance finding resources.
You are more than welcome to stop by the district office and speak with me.