💗🎀 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. 💕
about 5 hours 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? 🦒💬
about 8 hours 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
1 day 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
1 day 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!
1 day 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
1 day 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! 💵
5 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
5 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
5 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
5 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
5 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
5 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.
5 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.
6 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
7 days ago, Summit School District 104
#WonderingWednesday 🤔🍳

Did you know…?

👨‍🍳 The 100 folds in a traditional chef’s hat are said to represent 100 different ways to cook an egg! 🥚

Talk about a double fun fact!

Because honestly… who knew there were 100 ways to cook an egg?! 🍳

How many ways can you name?
7 days ago, Summit School District 104
A smiling child in a red shirt poses before classroom lockers, wearing a cartoon chef hat beside eggs and toast; “Wondering Wednesdays” feels playful.

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

October is Principal Appreciation Month! 🍎 Join us as we celebrate our dedicated principals and recognize all they do each day to support our students, staff, and school communities.

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!

7 days ago, Summit School District 104
A school district graphic reads “Help us Thank a Principal!” above a colorful star-shaped logo and “School District 104,” with an appreciative, celebratory tone.
SD104 Families — A 4-Day Weekend is Coming Up!

There will be NO SCHOOL on:

📅 Friday, October 9 — Teacher Institute
📅 Monday, October 12 — Indigenous Peoples’ Day/Columbus Day

Familias de SD104 — ¡Se acerca un fin de semana de 4 días! 🎉

NO HABRÁ CLASES en las siguientes fechas:

📅 Viernes 9 de octubre — Instituto para Professores
📅 Lunes 12 de octubre — Día de los Pueblos Indígenas/Día de la Raza
8 days ago, Summit School District 104
Colorful school notice announces no school Friday, October 9, for Teacher Institute, and Monday, October 12, for Indigenous Peoples Day/Columbus Day.
Spanish school-closure notice announcing no school Friday, October 9, for Teachers’ Institute, and Monday, October 12, for Indigenous Peoples’ Day/Day of the Race. Colorful, clear design.
🎓 #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
8 days ago, Summit School District 104
An alumni spotlight infographic features Kristina Mercado, Class of 2005, a paraprofessional. A teal-outlined circle presents career advice beside her photo; sections below describe her path from teaching to film education. The tone is encouraging and community-focused.
⭐ #MeetTheStaffMonday ⭐
9 days ago, Summit School District 104
Meet the Staff: a colorful school poster featuring kindergarten teacher Kate Herrera, her smiling portrait, and 25-year work anniversary, with a celebratory message.