Back-to-School Information: 2025-26
District 97 will welcome students back to school on Wednesday, Aug. 20! To help families prepare, here is some helpful back-to-school information. This page will be updated throughout the summer.
Important Dates
2025-26 School Calendar
Aug. 18 and 19, 2025: Teacher Institute Days
Aug. 20, 2025: First Day of School for Students
Sept. 1, 2025: Labor Day (No School)
Sept. 23, 2025: District Closed
Oct. 2, 2025: District Closed
Oct. 13, 2025: Indigenous Peoples' Day (No School)
Oct. 23 and 24, 2025: Family-Teacher Conferences
Thursday: Full day student attendance
Friday: Staff only; no student attendance
Registration
Learn more about District 97 student registration
School Supplies
Schools are currently updating their supply lists for the 2025-26 school year. Check back soon for updates!
| Brooks Middle School | Julian Middle School |
| Hatch Elementary School | Beye Elementary School |
| Holmes Elementary School | Irving Elementary School |
| Lincoln Elementary School | Longfellow Elementary School |
| Whittier Elementary School | Mann Elementary School |
*Updates for the 2025-26 school year will be made over the summer. Please check back for the latest information.*
Food Services
- Food Service Department
- Free and Reduced Lunch Application (English/Spanish)