#MeettheStaffMonday
about 7 hours ago, Summit School District 104
A colorful “Meet the Staff at SD104” poster introduces Rachel Marroquin, a smiling STEAM teacher with 15 years of experience, and shares her career story.
Thank you to all the families who came to Wharton's Parent Child Activity, Make Your Mark on Friday!
about 9 hours ago, Summit School District 104
A smiling child in a green sweatshirt proudly holds up a gray paper collage of a soccer ball and geometric shapes in a busy classroom.
A smiling family poses in a decorated classroom as a boy holds a blue poster showing chocolate-chip cookies and a glass of milk.
A smiling woman and young girl pose beside a colorful classroom art project as children craft at tables in a lively, welcoming school setting.
A smiling woman poses with two young girls, holding a pink artwork of colorful caterpillars; paper circles decorate the wall behind them.
A smiling student holds a handmade Coraline poster with two colorful character drawings, while classmates work on crafts behind her in a lively classroom.
🤪💇‍♀️ CRAZY HAIR DAY at Graves School! 🎉
Our Graves students brought their creativity, craziness, and wildest hairstyles to school today! From wacky to wonderfully weird, their hair was full of personality and fun!

🤪💇‍♀️ ¡Día de peinados locos en la escuela Graves! 🎉
¡Hoy, los alumnos de Graves trajeron a la escuela toda su creatividad, locura y los peinados más extravagantes! Desde lo más disparatado hasta lo maravillosamente raro, ¡sus peinados rebosaban personalidad y diversión!
3 days ago, Summit School District 104
A collage of children in colorful costumes and everyday clothes smiling, posing, and playing at school, including a child in a large white wig; cheerful, playful mood.

💀🌼ONE WEEK AWAY🌼💀

Join us for an evening celebrating culture and tradition with music, dance, art activities, food, and more!

📍 Location: HMS/Graves – 6021 S. 74th Ave., Summit, IL 60501

✨ Here’s what to look forward to:
🥁 5:30 PM: Procession begins at Door #9
🚪 6:00 PM: Doors open
💃🎺 6:15 PM: SD104 Folklórico and Advanced & Intermediate Mariachi performances
🎨🍴 Art activities, food, a photo booth, and more!

📸 The photo booth is $2.00, and please remember that all purchases are cash only! 💵

💀🌼A una semana de distancia🌼💀

¡Acompáñenos a una velada para celebrar la cultura y la tradición con música, baile, actividades artísticas, comida y más!

📍 Lugar: HMS/Graves – 6021 S. 74th Ave., Summit, IL 60501

✨ Esto es lo que tenemos preparado:
🥁 5:30 p. m.: Inicio de la procesión en la Puerta n.º 9
🚪 6:00 p. m.: Apertura de puertas
💃🎺 6:15 p. m.: Presentaciones del grupo folclórico SD104 y de los mariachis (niveles avanzado e intermedio)
🎨🍴 Actividades artísticas, comida, cabina de fotos y más.

📸 El costo de la cabina de fotos es de $2.00; ¡recuerde que todas las compras son únicamente en efectivo! 💵

3 days ago, Summit School District 104
Colorful Día de los Muertos poster shows dancing skeletons, marigolds, and papel picado, promoting a festive October 23, 2026 celebration in Summit, Illinois.
Spanish Día de los Muertos event poster in vivid purple, orange, and blue, featuring dancing skeletons, papel picado, flowers, and balloons; festive, celebratory tone. Oct. 23, 2026, at HMS/Graves, Summit, Illinois.
#ThrowbackThursday ⭐

Class of 2001 - Do you recognize any of these faces?
4 days ago, Summit School District 104
A large, diverse group of adults and young people pose in rows, many smiling, in a printed group photo with “GRAVES J...” visible below.
A large, diverse group of students and staff pose in rows for a Graves Jr. High School photo, 2000–2001; the scene feels warm and celebratory.
A large, diverse school group poses in rows on an auditorium stage, smiling beneath warm lights; the crowded class photo feels celebratory and welcoming.
💗🎀 PINK OUT at Walsh School! 🎀💗

Today, Walsh School wore pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to honor our very own Principal, Ms. Smith. 💕
5 days ago, Summit School District 104
A cheerful group of children in pink casual clothes pose outside a brick school building, smiling beneath large windows on an overcast day.
A cheerful group of elementary school children pose together in a colorful classroom, with a large blackboard, learning displays, and classroom shelves behind them.
A diverse group of smiling schoolchildren pose in two rows before a classroom screen, many wearing pink, creating a warm, cheerful group portrait.
Elementary school students sit around a cafeteria table with lunch bags, sandwiches, fruit, and snacks, smiling at the camera in a cheerful, friendly mood.
🦒 #WonderingWednesday 🤔

Did you know that giraffes hum to communicate with one another? 🎶

These gentle giants make low-frequency humming sounds that may help them find herd members in the dark when they become separated. 🌙 Even more interesting, some researchers believe giraffes might even talk in their sleep! 😴

Who knew giraffes had so much to say? 🦒💬
5 days ago, Summit School District 104
A boy in glasses thoughtfully touches his chin beside a cheerful cartoon giraffe and musical notes; a “Wondering Wednesdays” bubble conveys curiosity.
🎓 #TalkAboutOurAlumniTuesday 🎓

We love hearing about the amazing things our alumni are accomplishing and would love to share their stories with our students, families, and District 104 community!

📣 We want to hear from you! If you’re a School District 104 alum, click the link below to complete our Alumni Spotlight form and share your story.

Your journey could inspire the next generation of SD104 students! 🌟

👉 https://forms.gle/wR2CvFYvza1rp2Hd7
6 days ago, Summit School District 104
“Staff Alumni Spotlight” for Taylor Garay (Lupo), a 2013 graduate and PR/media specialist, features career advice and a personal story beside two circular photos. The red, blue, and teal design feels upbeat and encouraging.
SD104 October Board Meeting

Date: October 13, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Administrative Center

Reunión de la Junta Directiva del SD104 de octubre

Fecha: 13 de octubre de 2026
Hora: 7:00 p. m.
Lugar: Centro Administrativo
6 days ago, Summit School District 104
There is still time to Thank a Principal! 🍎

Fill out the form to show your appreciation: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Hzc2WxTnjb

Principal Appreciation Day is Friday, October 23, 2026!

Help us show our principals how much they are appreciated by leaving a comment, sharing a favorite memory, or simply taking a moment to say thank you!
6 days ago, Summit School District 104
A white School District 104 graphic reads “Help us Thank a Principal!” in black script, framed by a thin red-orange border with colorful star figures below; the tone is appreciative.
Wharton Families:

Please read the latest newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/nv50h
Por favor, lea el boletín más reciente: https://app.smore.com/n/nv50h
6 days ago, Summit School District 104
💀🌼 Our Día de los Muertos Celebration is Almost Here! 🌼💀

Join us for an evening celebrating culture and tradition with music, dance, art activities, food, and more!

📍 Location: HMS/Graves – 6021 S. 74th Ave., Summit, IL 60501

✨ Here’s what to look forward to:
🥁 5:30 PM: Procession begins at Door #9
🚪 6:00 PM: Doors open
💃🎺 6:15 PM: SD104 Folklórico and Advanced & Intermediate Mariachi performances
🎨🍴 Art activities, food, a photo booth, and more!

📸 The photo booth is $2.00, and please remember that all purchases are cash only! 💵

💀🌼 ¡Nuestra celebración del Día de los Muertos ya casi está aquí! 🌼💀

¡Acompáñenos a una velada para celebrar la cultura y la tradición con música, baile, actividades artísticas, comida y más!

📍 Lugar: HMS/Graves – 6021 S. 74th Ave., Summit, IL 60501

✨ Esto es lo que tenemos preparado:
🥁 5:30 p. m.: Inicio de la procesión en la Puerta n.º 9
🚪 6:00 p. m.: Apertura de puertas
💃🎺 6:15 p. m.: Presentaciones del grupo folclórico SD104 y de los mariachis (niveles avanzado e intermedio)
🎨🍴 Actividades artísticas, comida, cabina de fotos y más.

📸 El costo de la cabina de fotos es de $2.00; ¡recuerde que todas las compras son únicamente en efectivo! 💵
10 days ago, Summit School District 104
Colorful Día de los Muertos poster shows dancing skeletons, marigolds, and papel picado, promoting a festive October 23, 2026 celebration in Summit, Illinois.
Spanish Día de los Muertos event poster in vivid purple, orange, and blue, featuring dancing skeletons, papel picado, flowers, and balloons; festive, celebratory tone. Oct. 23, 2026, at HMS/Graves, Summit, Illinois.
Read the latest Parent Connections Newsletter here: https://app.smore.com/n/hy69j
10 days ago, Summit School District 104
HMS Families:

Please read the latest newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/dy725
Por favor, lea el boletín más reciente: https://app.smore.com/n/dy725
10 days ago, Summit School District 104
Graves Families:

Please read the latest newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/hq3u2
Por favor, lea el boletín más reciente: https://app.smore.com/n/hq3u2
10 days ago, Summit School District 104
Walsh Families:

Please read the latest newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/0cfep
Por favor, lea el boletín más reciente: https://app.smore.com/n/0cfep
10 days ago, Summit School District 104
Walker Families:

Please read the latest newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/shnge
Por favor, lea el boletín más reciente: https://app.smore.com/n/shnge
10 days ago, Summit School District 104
Fire Safety Week at Graves was extra special thanks to the Summit Fire Department! Thank you for educating, inspiring, and keeping our community safe.
10 days ago, Summit School District 104
Two schoolchildren in maroon uniforms talk with a coach in a pink shirt, who crouches to their eye level in a gym, creating a warm, attentive mood.
A firefighter in full protective gear kneels among seated schoolchildren, sharing a safety demonstration; smiling, attentive faces create an excited, welcoming mood.
Children sit closely together at an indoor gathering, watching something off-camera with focused, curious expressions; one girl in a red sweater looks surprised.
School District 104’s Superintendent Dr. David Negron was recognized yesterday by the Regional Office of Education and West40 for his outstanding and dedicated service to school safety in the State of Illinois, and his contribution in involvement with the Illinois School Safety Conference of 2026. Congratulations Dr. Negron on a well-deserved recognition.
11 days ago, Taylor Garay
three men in suits posing for a photo at a conference center
SD104 October Board Meeting

Date: October 13, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Administrative Center

Reunión de la Junta Directiva del SD104 de octubre

Fecha: 13 de octubre de 2026
Hora: 7:00 p. m.
Lugar: Centro Administrativo
12 days ago, Summit School District 104