FPMS was proud to welcome Illinois Speaker of the House, Emanuel 'Chris' Welch to school today to speak with our 8th graders! Speaker Welch covered many topics including growing up in Proviso Township, his role as Speaker of the House, and current state legislation. Students also had the opportunity to ask questions and hear his advice for how to get involved and shape decisions being made in their community!
After clocking almost 50,000 steps, through Washington DC, the 8th graders and chaperones returned on Friday night! A special thank you to the leaders who made this amazing experience possible; Mr. Staser, Ms. Ali, Mrs. Watson, Ms. Pierce, Mrs. Allocco and Mrs. Ciardullo ❤️❤️ Judging by the pictures, it's not clear who had more fun, the students or staff!
Members of the FPMS and Field Garden Clubs attended a tree planting at 936 Beloit in honor of the Arbor Day! Thank you to the Village of Forest Park's Public Works Department for inviting our students to learn more about the planting process, the history of Arbor Day and what types of trees are found in our area. What a beautiful morning to spend some time outside!
Our 8th grade panthers are making the most of their trip to Washington DC by visiting important memorials and museum that reflect our nation's, and world, history.
Career Exploration Day at Betsy Ross! Thank you to the caregivers and community members who shared their passions and experiences with our Shining Stars. We had scientist, ice sculptor, chef, handywoman, hair stylist, sports professional and MORE!
Our 8th grade scholars made it to Washington DC and are taking on the city after an early morning send off. We can't wait to see and hear about everything they get to experience!
It was Career Exploration Day at Field Stevenson and our Sharks got to learn from some interesting and engaging caregivers and community members. We had a firefighter, director of a library, handywoman, wheelchair basketball coach, human resources professionals and more! Thank you to the professionals who took time today to share their passions with our students.
Future Shark and Panther Nights are coming up this month and next! These 'transition nights' are for families who will have an incoming 3rd grader at Field Stevenson and incoming 6th grader at FPMS and are a great way to check out the schools, meet principals and get a first rate tour from some special student guides. See Rooms or Principal Newsletters to RSVP today. Check out these pictures from the 2024 and 2025 dates!
Spring Fling 2026 was OUT OF THIS WORLD! Thank you to the Forest Park PTO for putting on an event for all ages on Friday, April 17th. Approx. 300 people attended the event that hosted bounce houses, a performance from Physics Dimensions, food from local vendors, a silent disco, photo booth and MORE. This annual event is always something to look forward to our families
🐛Students at Betsy Ross had some creepy, crawly visitors this week from the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! 🐛 These young scientists learned about bugs in our environment by drawing their bodies, touching and some brave participants event let them crawl on arms and hands!
At last night’s FPMS Poetry Slam, student voices took center stage as they shared powerful, personal work. Thank you to all who participated for your vulnerability and creativity in telling your stories.
Congratulations to Mariah Coe, this year’s Poetry Slam champion!
All 8th grade students have poems published in a book that was available for families at last night's event. Thank you to ELA teacher, Mrs. Ciardullo for preparing our students and Ms. Huff, Betsy Ross Principal, for MCing the event.
We filmed the Quarter 4 Community Book today with Miss Rosenberg's 3rd grade class with a very special reader.... Mrs. Bogdan! These pictures are a sneak preview, can't wait to share the final video soon. Until then, watch the last two community books on the D91 YouTube channel:
🎥 Qtr 3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTdjawyb1N4
🎥Qtr. 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFBWJJOEVzo
🎥 Qtr 3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTdjawyb1N4
🎥Qtr. 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFBWJJOEVzo
📣 D91 Registration is Open!
Families can complete registration for the 2026–2027 school year online via Infinite Campus:
https://fpsd91il.infinitecampus.org/campus/forestpark.jsp
Need assistance? Join us at Registration Night on April 22 from 6:30–8:00 PM at Forest Park Middle School—staff will be available to help!
View required documents here: https://www.fpsd91.org/page/register-here
📧 Questions? register@fpsd91.org
Families can complete registration for the 2026–2027 school year online via Infinite Campus:
https://fpsd91il.infinitecampus.org/campus/forestpark.jsp
Need assistance? Join us at Registration Night on April 22 from 6:30–8:00 PM at Forest Park Middle School—staff will be available to help!
View required documents here: https://www.fpsd91.org/page/register-here
📧 Questions? register@fpsd91.org
🏆🔬 Celebrating excellence in Forest Park!
👉 Read here: https://www.forestparkreview.com/2026/04/07/scoty-awards-forest-park/
Along with honoring our School Citizen of the Year (SCOTY) winners for their leadership and positive impact, the community also highlighted exciting investments in updated science labs—supporting hands-on learning for our students.
👉 Read here: https://www.forestparkreview.com/2026/04/07/scoty-awards-forest-park/
Along with honoring our School Citizen of the Year (SCOTY) winners for their leadership and positive impact, the community also highlighted exciting investments in updated science labs—supporting hands-on learning for our students.
🏐 FPMS hosted the 2nd Annual Community Cup Volleyball Game on March 27, taking on a Community All-Star team made up of local partners from the Village Hall, Police Dept, Library, Park District and Community Center.
While the Panthers fell just short, it was a fun-filled afternoon with exciting gameplay and entertaining intermission activities—including staff scooter races and Hungry, Hungry Hippo!
Thank you to our staff and PBIS team for organizing a great kickoff to Spring Break!
While the Panthers fell just short, it was a fun-filled afternoon with exciting gameplay and entertaining intermission activities—including staff scooter races and Hungry, Hungry Hippo!
Thank you to our staff and PBIS team for organizing a great kickoff to Spring Break!
Ms. Moore-Rounds' Preschool Class hosted caregivers to their Junior Fashion Show! This red carpet event ended their clothing unit where students learned about careers that require a uniform, how to care for and clean your clothes and personal style. It was a Vogue Magazine worthy event!
🏅 Betsy Ross Shining Stars welcomed four-time Para-Olympic gold medalist Brody Roybal for an inspiring visit on March 27!
Students proudly shared their own medals, held Brody’s, asked thoughtful questions, and took photos. He spoke about perseverance, teamwork, and being proud of who you are—on and off the ice.
Students proudly shared their own medals, held Brody’s, asked thoughtful questions, and took photos. He spoke about perseverance, teamwork, and being proud of who you are—on and off the ice.
The Prairie Research Institute Traveling Science Center stopped at Field Stevenson yesterday! Students got to experience and learn about native plants, animals and the unique environment that makes Illinois. Thank you to teacher Ms. Hawkinson for bringing this experience to our Sharks!
Before Spring Break, our FPMS mathletes competed in PMSA's Annual Middle School Math Competition. Shoutout to Mr. Stiglitz and Mrs. Barrigar, as well as all our scholars who represented us, we are proud of your effort and dedication! 💚🐾🖤
A special congratulations to these scholars:
🏅Journii – 3rd place (joint) in 8th grade,
🏅Rosabella – 3rd place (joint) in 6th grade,
🏅Jeremiah M. – 2nd place (joint) in 7th grade!
(“Joint” means they were paired with a student from another school—great collaboration and representation!)
A special congratulations to these scholars:
🏅Journii – 3rd place (joint) in 8th grade,
🏅Rosabella – 3rd place (joint) in 6th grade,
🏅Jeremiah M. – 2nd place (joint) in 7th grade!
(“Joint” means they were paired with a student from another school—great collaboration and representation!)
RESCHEDULED - Keeping Youth Safe Online Workshop has been rescheduled to April 13th from 6-7:30 pm. Register here - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/d91-parent-university-parent-series-keeping-youth-safe-online-tickets-1985872529193?aff=oddtdtcreator
