Remote Learning
We are working to update our Remote Learning website. In the meantime, please check out our resources linked below.
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)