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- March 1 - Illinois Science Assessments 5th and 8th Grades-Testing Window Starts
- March 3 - Parent Meeting 11:00am
- March 6 - No School
- March 9 - Family Fun Night-Medgar Evers 3:30pm-5:15pm
- March 17 - St. Patrick’s Day
- March 24 - End of 3rd Quarter
- March 31 - Parent Teacher Conferences 12:00pm-6:00pm
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Ford Heights School District 169 Community Survey
Common Core by Grade for Parents
District 169 Board of Education and Administration continue to focus on Common Core Standards during the school year.
Welcome to Ford Heights School District 169

Welcome to Ford Heights School District #169. We are currently enrolling for the 2023-24 school year! Ford Heights has numerous advantages to offer your children that will prepare them for their future…
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Support Your Child’s Education from Home
Volunteering in the classroom is not always something parents can do. Luckily, it isn’t the only way to foster your child’s education. According to the
A Growth Mindset
Some children are born with an inner drive to keep trying over and over when they fail. Most children aren’t, though, and it is up
March is Reading Month
Reading is celebrated across the nation during the month of March. Ford Heights has many activities planned in our buildings, but you can also celebrate
Keeping Kids Active in the Winter
Keeping kids active in the winter can be a challenge, but it’s not impossible. Here are some ideas to help keep kids moving.
Winter Can Affect How We Feel
Illinois winters can cause you to feel down and sleep more than usual. Don’t be too quick to accept this as a normal part of
Tips for Making Praise Matter
Praising children is very important whether you are a teacher or a parent. Here are some tips that will help make praise mean more to
For Students
We promote equity, empathy, and excellence so our students can reach their fullest potential.