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				<title><![CDATA[Principals Appreciation Week]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Notice on Annual Application of Lawn Care Products]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[As part of Forest Ridge School District 142's annual lawn care program, a contractor will be applying weed control chemicals to the turf areas at each school on October 4th, 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 08:32:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[eLearning Day for Foster Elementary Students - March 5, 2025]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 18:49:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Girls Basketball Open Gym]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Any girls interested in joining basketball should plan to attend Open Gym on Thursday, September 12th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 17:00:27 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSJHSA Activity Parent Letter]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please take a moment to read this letter regarding expectations for SSJHSA events.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 11:45:45 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Get Signed up for ParentSquare!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents, please sign up for ParentSquare if you have not already.  This is our primary tool for communication about Jack Hille Middle School happenings!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2024 14:38:29 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Foster Elementary Reopening for In-Person Instruction - 3/6/2025]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 11:46:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Student "Move in Day"!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us on August 15th from 9-11 AM or 5-7 PM for student "move in" day.  Children can tour the building, find their lockers and walk their schedule.  Hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 31 Jul 2024 17:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal Appreciation Week]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Illinois Principals Association (IPA) encourages all communities in Illinois to celebrate Principal Appreciation Week October 20-26, 2024, and Principal Appreciation Day on Friday, October 25, 2024. This state-endorsed recognition was first approved by the Governor of Illinois in 1990 and is celebrated annually.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 13:38:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet the New Principals]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us on August 6th at 10 AM or 2 PM to meet the new principal team!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 11:48:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Behavior Guideline]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Aug 2023 17:07:29 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Keeping Our Kids Cyber Safe - Parents Presentation]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1794441</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 14:55:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NOW HIRING: School Bus Drivers - $22.00 Per Hour]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Illinois School Bus is looking for drivers.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Jul 2023 10:37:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Survey Blueprint 2.0]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are beginning the process of building a new Strategic Plan we're calling "Blueprint 2.0." This 5-year Strategic plan will help guide us in ensuring District 142 continues to improve, innovate, and create the best learning environment for all of our students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Apr 2023 16:14:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board of Education Vacancy - Extending Time for Applications]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Forest Ridge School District 142 Board of Education has extended the deadline for applicants to fill a vacancy for a two-year term to Friday, October 6, 2023 at 3:30 p.m. . If you are interested in serving as a Board Member for 142, please read further.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 15:07:29 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board of Education Meeting Date Changed to 5/9/2023]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The regularly-scheduled Board of Education Meeting of Tuesday, May 16, 2023 has been rescheduled to Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. The date change is due to the recent Board of Education election and compliance with election rules to seat and reorganize the Board of Education within 40 days after the election. The May 9, 2023 Board of Education Meeting will take place at Hille Middle School, 5800 West 151st Street, Oak Forest, IL 60452 at 7:00 p.m. In addition to seating of new Board Members and Reorganization, the regular work of the Board of Education will take place.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2023 16:18:54 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023-2024 School Calendar Approved]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2023-2024 District 142 School Calendar was approved by the Board of Education at the February 21, 2023 Board Meeting.  Click on the headline here to download the Calendar in PDF format.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2023 11:11:04 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cold and Flu Season Guidelines]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The cold and flu season is upon us. To help prevent the spread of these and
other viruses, it is important to follow some simple guidelines.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 15:43:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Free Meal Program, Provided by the USDA the Past 2 Years, Has Ended]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The USDA Federal Program that allowed school districts to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students expired in June 2022.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2022 14:37:24 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Keeping Our Kids Cyber Safe Parents Presentation]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1730327</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2023 08:31:24 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[From our D142 Family to Yours]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1545713</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The holiday spirit has taken over the halls of Forest Ridge schools!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Dec 2021 08:44:51 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cheerfest 2022 Tonight]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[View Cheerfest tonight at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-azHFzdoAk]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Feb 2022 15:33:58 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[District 142 COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[For interested district families, Forest Ridge School District 142 is offering a COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for anyone 5-11 years old on Monday, November 22 in partnership with Jewel-Osco Pharmacy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2021 17:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Social Media and Safety in Our Schools]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We have become aware of a circulating, nationwide TikTok posting stating “school shooting and bomb threats for every school in the USA even elementary” that mentions tomorrow’s date, December 17, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 18:31:15 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cook County Community Vaccination Program]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Pfizer Vaccine Now Approved for Children Ages 5 and older!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2021 10:15:58 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent-Teacher Conference Registration Information]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parent-Teacher Conferences are Monday, November 22 from 1:00pm to 8:00pm and Tuesday, November 23 from 8:00am to 3:00pm and will be held virtually over Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 14 Nov 2021 09:13:55 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Important Update: Information regarding SHIELD testing]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[SHIELD testing will resume this Friday, October 15, 2021 for all students whose parents have signed a permission slip. Testing will take place in the morning at each of the District 142 schools]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2021 19:03:57 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Proof of Vaccination Card]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are off to a great start to the school year! We appreciate your cooperation with drop off and pick up procedures and flexibility with the bus schedules.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2021 20:37:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Update on Quarantine Procedures]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The halls have been quiet so we all look forward to the laughter and excitement that will come with our students returning tomorrow!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2021 17:02:50 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[August 16, 2021 Community Update]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[As we start this new school year, we want everyone to know that we care deeply about the health, safety, and well-being of our students, families, and staff.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 2021 19:45:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[August 11, 2021 Community Update]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[It is hard to believe that the start of the 2021-2022 school year is only one week away! All of our staff are working diligently to put the final touches on creating engaging learning spaces, finalizing student schedules, preparing devices for all our new students, and ensuring our schools are cleaned.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2021 17:23:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[August 6, 2021 Community Update]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, August 4, 2021, Gov. JB Pritzker announced masks will be required for students, teachers and staff at pre-kindergarten-12th grade schools.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2021 17:20:51 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2021-2022 School Year Information]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first day of school will be Wednesday, August 18, 2021 for all students. Read the full story to find links to the full school calendar and school supply lists.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jul 2021 15:30:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free breakfast and lunch for all students during 2021-2022 school year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Forest Ridge School District 142 will be participating in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Program Seamless Summer Option (SSO) for all students enrolled in District 142 schools.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2021 16:51:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[July 2021 Community Update]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[I hope you are enjoying the summer with your friends and families. This is an update about our new school year!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jul 2021 18:07:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Notice on Annual Application of Lawn Care Products]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[As part of Forest Ridge School District 142's annual lawn care program, a contractor will be applying weed control chemicals to the turf areas at each school on Monday, July 26, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2021 07:50:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Greetings from Dr. Roth]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[It is my pleasure to officially introduce myself to the Forest Ridge School District 142 community. I consider it a true privilege to have been appointed your new Superintendent of Schools!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2021 16:07:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dr. Roth Hired As Next Superintendent]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1457350</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On June 15, the Forest Ridge School District 142 Board of Education announced Dr. Kristine L. Roth as the next Superintendent of Schools.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2021 21:24:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[District Recognizes Four Retirees]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1450075</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In past years the district would have recognized our retirees during our annual end of year celebration.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 30 May 2021 12:04:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[8th Grade Graduation Livestream]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1445697</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[View the graduation please follow this link to YouTube. The Livestream will begin at 6:00pm. The ceremony begins at 6:30pm. https://t.co/wGWPAkCZOB?amp=1]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2021 16:38:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Superintendent Interview Stakeholder Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1438645</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As you know, the Board of Education is engaged in the process of selecting the district’s next superintendent. The Board has enlisted the services of IASB’s (Illinois Association of School Board) Executive Search team to assist with this important work. The Board will interview a slate of candidates on Monday, May 17 and Tuesday, May 18, and from those interviews, the candidate pool will be narrowed to two or three semifinalists.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2021 17:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Learning Programs]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1441339</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for your support throughout this entire school year. The students and staff have done a remarkable job and we could not be prouder of their efforts. District 142 is committed to providing ongoing learning opportunities for students during the summer. We want students to have every chance to continue engaging in learning with the support of District 142 staff.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 15 May 2021 11:26:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Notice on Annual Application of Lawn Care Products]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1422575</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As part of Forest Ridge School District 142's annual lawn care program, a contractor will be applying weed control chemicals to the turf areas at each school on Saturday, April 24, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2021 07:44:38 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Information regarding Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) testing]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1418663</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Forest Ridge School District 142 fifth and eighth grade students will take the Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) starting April 21. The ISA aligns with our Illinois Learning Standards in Science. This assessment helps students understand how well they are performing in their understanding of the Science standards.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2021 14:56:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Self-Certification Language Update April 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1417337</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[When students return from their well deserved spring break on Wednesday, April 7, we welcome our Grade 1-8 In-Person Hybrid A students back while Ridge continues with an AM/PM schedule.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2021 11:08:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Information regarding Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) testing]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1412926</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Spring, students in grades 3-8 will participate in Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) testing, which is the federally required state assessment. The IAR will measure student growth and achievement in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2021 16:30:05 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[March Community Update]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1399479</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In January, the District sent information to staff and families regarding Administrative Procedures for quarantines after travel. Our goal was to be clear and concise in our communication of information to the people we serve.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:24:14 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Announcement of Board of Education Vacancy]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1434686</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Forest Ridge School District 142 has ONE vacant seat on the Board of Education. The vacant seat is for a 2-year term. The seat will be filled by the Board of Education based on applications and interviews of the candidates.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2021 19:02:14 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Upcoming Changes for Quarter 4]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1390526</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Forest Ridge School District 142 has exciting news to share as we look towards the 4th Quarter and the end of the school year. With community transmission rates low, our consistent safety, and in response to the need for our students to return to school in-person for a greater amount of time, District 142 will be moving to Phase 4 starting April 19, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2021 17:17:15 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Remote Learning Day Tuesday, February 16]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1387802</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The safety and security of all District 142 students, families, and staff is of utmost importance.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2021 15:52:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Illinois 5Essentials Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1380488</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Beginning this week, students across Illinois will have an opportunity to participate in the ninth annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2021 17:31:30 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[[UPDATE] Information on Impending Winter Weather]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1373554</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The safety and security of all District 142 students, families, and staff is of utmost importance. Therefore, tomorrow, Tuesday, January 26, Forest Ridge School District 142 will be canceling In-Person (Hybrid A) learning due to anticipated severe weather conditions overnight. This is NOT a snow day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2021 19:18:13 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Information on Impending Winter Winter]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1373219</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With reports of heavy and blowing snow coming our way, the District is monitoring the weather very closely. In the event that we cancel In-Person instruction due to inclement weather, you will be notified as soon as possible via our SwiftReach notification system by text and email. Additionally, the In-Person cancelation will be posted on the District website and social media.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2021 13:30:11 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Update to Quarantine Procedures]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1371392</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In looking through the current CCDPH, IDPH, and CDC guidelines, Forest Ridge School District 142 wanted to set administrative procedures for quarantines that were concise, consistent, and clearly communicated to staff and our families.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2021 17:07:47 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January Community Update]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1362736</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Happy New Year District 142 families!!


We hope you are all staying healthy as we begin the 2021 New Year!  We are looking forward to welcoming all our students tomorrow, Thursday, January 7, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2021 18:44:40 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Warm Wishes from Forest Ridge School District 142]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1359827</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On behalf of the Board of Education, the Administrative Team, and the entire Forest Ridge School District 142 family, we are wishing you a healthy, happy, and restful Winter Break.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2020 18:03:43 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Weekly COVID-19 Newsletter]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1359132</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each week the Board of Education puts together a weekly COVID-19 Community Newsletter. This newsletter is based on the most current information available.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 19 Dec 2020 09:59:13 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[December Community Update]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1359007</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Forest Ridge School District 142 is committed to the health and safety of our students, staff, and families. Following identified protocols is of the utmost importance.  As a reminder, all staff members, visitors to the building and students over the age of two must wear a face mask while at school and on a school bus, consistent with guidance issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2020 17:02:22 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Weekly COVID-19 Newsletter]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1354516</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Forest Ridge School District 142 Board of Education has created a weekly COVID Newsletter.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2020 17:34:59 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Today Matters - December 7, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1350470</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” while festive in its positive message, this time of year can also be extra stressful. 

It’s hard not to be totally consumed by all the things we need to get done in a day, let alone the next three weeks.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2020 08:44:48 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[December Community Update]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1350100</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for your continued support and assistance throughout this school year. With our strong community relationships and the understanding of the importance of both learning and safety, District 142 has strived to create a sense of pride and positivity for our staff, students and families]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2020 20:05:40 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[November Family Feedback Form]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1345118</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[When we started this school year 15 weeks ago, we had no idea that District 142 would become a model district for how to offer both In-Person learning and a full remote learning option in our state, and possibly even in the country. This would be impossible without the participation, commitment, and sacrifice of every single person in our school community to make this work.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2020 19:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[November Community Update]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1338731</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are solidly in quarter two of our 2020-2021 School Year and have proudly had our schools open since August, without any pauses due to COVID. This is a tremendous feat and we all share in this winning process. We must continue to exercise caution, keeping our children home if they feel ill, are displaying any COVID symptoms, or have a COVID exposure. By working together, it offers us the best chance to keep our schools open for students as we head into the winter months.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2020 17:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October Community Update]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1324178</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As always, we greatly appreciate your continued support and wanted to continue to reach out with important, specific information regarding the end of the first quarter, the beginning of second quarter, and a phase change to Phase 3 of the District 142 Reopening Plan.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2020 17:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NO SCHOOL]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1314058</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Friday, October 9 and Monday, October 12. School resumes with Hybrid A students on Tuesday, October 13.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2020 19:11:45 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[District Moving to Phase 3 on November 2]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1310107</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you to the entire Forest Ridge School District 142 community for your unwavering support as we started what has been the most challenging school year in recent memory. From the creation of our Return to Learn Reopening Plan, where we determined how to educate our students in the safest way possible while still adhering to the academic integrity of our work, to the implementation of putting our plan into practice, we have made informed decisions, necessary adjustments and could not have done any of this without our entire school community. We are seeing amazing academic and social emotional learning happening across the District, both with our In-Person Hybrid model and our Fully Remote learning plan.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2020 16:58:24 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[September Community Update]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1306340</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Now that we have an entire month of In-Person Hybrid and Remote Learning successfully behind us, our team thought this would be a good time to reach out with an update. The success of our school year relies on the strong partnership between our schools and our families, together we are truly accomplishing extraordinary things!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2020 19:50:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[September is National Suicide Prevention Month]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1301518</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We want to take this opportunity to remind families that our school district greatly values the wellbeing, mental health, and emotional wellbeing of our students. Mental health development starts at a young age. Our district is proud to utilize Second Step, an evidence-based PreK - 8 social emotional learning curriculum, to teach important age-appropriate coping skills and strategies to help build resiliency from a young age.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2020 16:54:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[HB 3586]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[I am writing to inform you that HB 3586 is legislation that requires all Illinois public school districts to adhere to additional requirements related to the provision of special education. At Forest Ridge School District 142, we are now and always have been committed to parents meaningful participation in their children’s IEP meetings.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2020 09:32:26 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Information regarding NWEA MAP testing]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are beyond proud of the tremendous efforts of our students, teachers, and community to get the school year off to a strong start. We have been able to provide in-person instruction, while adhering to all health and safety protocols. We are also amazed by the engagement occurring during remote learning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2020 18:01:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Steps for Student Self-Certification Update]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for your patience and flexibility over the past two weeks with the self-certification process. 

Beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8, there will be a change. All students will receive a self-certification message to their individual district email address. This will help make sure each child is certified separately. With students taking their iPads home, notifications to self-certify will be sent to each student’s district email address instead of the parent/guardian addresses.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2020 19:25:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Schedule for Week of Labor Day]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for a terrific first week of school in Forest Ridge School District 142. As we navigated through in-person hybrid learning, remote learning and the start to the school year, we were presented with a variety of challenges and countless successes.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2020 19:24:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reflections from the First Day]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for helping make the first day of school possible. Even through self-certification notification issues, and a Zoom and Clever outage, we thoroughly enjoyed seeing students in the school buildings and during remote learning today.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2020 21:17:27 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Steps for Student Self-Certification]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[On the days when your child is In-Person hybrid learning, you must self-certify that they are COVID-19 symptom free.

The district will be using Rave Mobile Safety. When you receive a text and email to self-certify, it is critically important that you do this promptly so the schools can run accurate lists for permitting students on school buses. The steps below will walk you through what you will need to do each morning prior to your child(ren) leaving your home.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2020 21:25:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[We are in this together!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for your understanding as we pushed back the start of the school. 

The Forest Ridge School District 142 staff has been working hard this week to ensure that we welcome our students back on Monday, August 24 to an organized, rigorous and safe learning experience, following the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) guidelines.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2020 21:12:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Start of the School Year Update]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We wanted to share important news with you regarding the beginning of the school year. Due to the tornado, inclement weather, and extensive damage that have wreaked havoc on our community, including the fact that Foster School’s power was restored last night and that many of our residents are still without power/Internet as we speak; we have decided to pause the beginning of the school year in an effort to allow our community to get back on its feet.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2020 21:14:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[iPad Pick Up Reminders]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1273664</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[iPad Pick-Up Reminders
Please read the Acceptable Use Policy located on the Technology Resources page for the use of District issued devices. You will be asked to sign that you have read the information and agree to its terms.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2020 17:27:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Information regarding Self-Certifying Students]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We hope you are well as we all recover from the forceful storms that surfaced just two short days ago in our community. Above all else, we hope our families are safe and on the road to recovery.

As we communicated earlier this week and as we head into the beginning of the school year, it is imperative that families certify the health of their children prior to coming to school each day. This is one of the major ways we will ensure our staff and students remain healthy as In-Person learning for many of our students resumes.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2020 16:54:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome to the 2020-2021 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1271500</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We excitedly welcome you to the 2020-2021 School Year. With school beginning right around the corner, it goes without saying, that this is not our typical start to a school year. In fact, this August we have redesigned schooling so that some of our students will be learning from home, while others will be at the physical school buildings in person. We have worked hard to ensure everything is ready to make this unique year the very best for our students! As a reminder, our first day of student attendance is August 17, 2020.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2020 16:35:38 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2020-2021 School Year Reopening Plan (August 4, 2020)]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1266524</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are looking forward to the beginning of the 2020-2021 School Year and welcoming our students back in a safe and healthy manner but we know that our school year this year will look different than those of the past. The District has created a Reopening Plan to help continue answer questions and provide framework for the School Year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2020 19:32:29 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Updated FAQs (July 31, 2020)]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1264244</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for your outpouring of support and your detailed questions, as we release our district plan to start the 2020-2021 school year. Our highest priority is to ensure the health and safety of our students, staff and families, as we navigate providing a strong instructional setting to meet students' academic goals and social emotional needs.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 16:09:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Preparations for 2020-2021 School Year (July 30, 2020)]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1263686</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Excitedly, today we approach our families with information, specifics about next year, and the opportunity to choose how your children will begin the school year. In scrutinizing the ever-changing information available, we have developed Phases for a Return to Learning so that plans could be developed in the event we could return additional students to school or in the event we needed to be more restrictive and move towards Remote Learning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 15:36:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Return to Learning Family Survey 2020-2021 Follow Up (July 22, 2020)]]></title>
				<link>http://hille.d142.org/apps/news/article/1260285</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As the District works towards finalizing a strong and workable plan for returning our students and staff to school safely and with student learning in mind, we are seeking input from parents that will help us determine the direction of our final plan. We are working to put information out to families as soon as possible and thank you in advance for your continued support and contributions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 15:37:26 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Community Update (July 16, 2020)]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Paul McDermott, Superintendent shares a Community Update.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2020 08:52:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Preparations for 2020-2021 School Year (July 15, 2020)]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for your continued patience and understanding as we navigate ISBE and IDPH guidance to determine the best possible scenario to begin the upcoming school year. The Return to Learning committee continues to meet and set plans in place to keep our students, staff and community healthy and safe, while providing a rich and complete education to our students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 15:38:05 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Preparations for the 2020-2021 School Year (July 7, 2020)]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We know in this uncertain time, that constant communication is the key to helping reduce anxieties and help families make plans for the Fall, even if all of the needed information is not yet in hand from the State.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 15:38:27 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Preparations for 2020-2021 School Year (June 16, 2020)]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This letter is to offer a few insights into what Forest Ridge School District 142 is doing throughout the summer months to prepare our students, staff, and families for the 2020-2021 School Year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 15:38:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Expansion of 1:1 iPad Program for All Students]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[As we head into the final weekend of learning, Forest Ridge School District 142 is committed to providing all students the support necessary to be successful in their learning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 15:39:15 -0500</pubDate>
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