It shall be the mission of the Spirit of 67 Foundation to raise funds and acquire resources to provide enriching, educational and cultural experiences for the students, parents, faculty and staff of Lake Forest School District 67 that might not otherwise be provided.

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The short videos feature school principals narrating and giving glimpses inside the District 67 buildings during this extraordinary school year! 
Monday - Sheridan Principal, Ms. Susan Milsk and DPM Principal, Mr. Tom Herion
Tuesday - Cherokee Principal, Mr. Luke Livingston and DPM Principal, Mr. Tom Herion
Wednesday - AVA Principal, Mrs. Renee Fitzsimmons; Everett Principal, Dr. Angela Sopko and DPM Assistant Principal, Mr. Sam Paulsen
Thursday - Premiere release of the video "Spirit Strong - the voices of our District 67 children." This video is the result of an optional FlipGrid assignment given to all grades Kindergarten through Eighth. Students were asked: "What was the best part of this year?" and "What was the hardest part of this year?" Their sincere and unscripted responses have been compiled into a feature video that brings you into the minds of our District 67 students during this unprecedented year.

SOLD OUT Let's Have Dinner &
Raise our Spirit together on May 6!

Dinner for Two + Prosecco Limoncello Cocktail

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Thank you Event Sponsors!

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Pop-Up Shop Volunteer Signup

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Spirit Speaker Series

We are excited to support ongoing Speaker Series events for our community. Check back often for upcoming events.

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Grant Day was April 21, 2021

Check out our impact: 

2020 Grant COVID-19 Grants 

2021-2021 Grants

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The Annual Crosstown Challenge is on!

Congratulations to Everett for being the first to win the CrossTown Competition and since they did it before December 31st, they won a bonus $500 in grant money!  Everett spent part of their $1500 Prize Grant Money on a "One School One Book" Community Read.  Every student was given a copy of the book The World According to Humphrey!

Where does your school stand?

Check if you are on the list!

SAVE THE DATE

September 30, 2021

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COVID-19 Off Cycle Grants In Action

The Spirit of 67 is proud to announce multiple off-cycle grants awarded to District 67 to help with learning in the time of COVID-19.

The Spirit is adapting to global change, while staying true to our mission of enhancing and enriching the education of District 67 students and teachers. Thanks to our generous donors, we are able to take action, strengthening the learning experiences of our students whether at home or in school. Below are some ways we are supporting our teachers and students this fall:
iPad Stands
We provided our teachers, both hybrid and AVA, with iPad stands for their school or home classroom allowing them flexibility to easily adjust their iPad between videoing themselves and displaying items for student instruction.
Beecaster Tabletop Microphones
These portable microphones will provide AVA and Remote Special Teachers with a boost in sound quality and audio output where needed ensuring all students receive clear, easily heard instruction.
Magnetic Letter Sets and Trays
Each K-2 Hybrid and AVA students will receive a complete alphabet set and magnetic tray to work on spelling, letter patterns, and word wall words during home activities and extra work with specialists. At the end of the school year, the sets will be returned to school, sanitized and re-used the following school year.
Art Supply Kits
Through a partnership with the District, we are helping fund art supply kits for every student in District 67, hybrid and AVA, to use at home during their remote art class. Spirit funded enhancements are grade-based and include items such as specialized sketch books, neon crayons, watercolor paints, oil pastels, charcoal sets, etc...

Physical Education Supply Kits
We are providing PE supply kits selected by the wellness teachers to all students, both hybrid and AVA, to assist with at home instruction. Depending on the grade, the kits will include a variety of items from balls to pedometers to beanbags and cones to facilitate District 67 students staying active and healthy.

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Click to see what is in store for the upcoming year!  From new Science Labs, amazing speakers, amazing fine arts program support - there is something for everyone!

Thank you to all our teachers & staff - you are the heart of District 67!