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Empowering all students to succeed in a changing world.

East Maine School District 63 offers a rich learning environment and multicultural perspective to more than 3,600 students in the diverse communities of Des Plaines, Niles, Glenview, Park Ridge, and Morton Grove. Committed to teaching excellence that provides all students with the specific opportunities they need to succeed and thrive, District 63’s five elementary schools, middle school, preschool, and afterschool programs foster each student’s academic, social, emotional, and behavioral growth and achievement.

 

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Thanksgiving Break - November 23-27

November 9, 2026

Thanksgiving Break - November 23-27

All schools will be closed from November 23-27 for Thanksgiving Break. ​School will be back in session on Monday, November 30.We wish ​everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving with their families!

Early Dismissal on November 12

October 28, 2026

Early Dismissal on November 12

Students in grades K-8 will be released early on Thursday, November 12Elementary School Dismissal: 10:55 AMGemini Dismissal: 11:25 ​AMThere is NO Morning or Afternoon preschool on early dismissal d...

63 Cares Drive

October 26, 2026

63 Cares Drive

Starting November 2, District 63 is hosting the 63 Cares Drive to support the FRC Marketplace food pantry and community closet. Please bring non-perishable food, new clothing, toys, and/or toiletri...

Parent Digital Skills Training Registration Now Open

October 14, 2026

Parent Digital Skills Training Registration Now Open

Are you ready to boost your technology skills? Registration is now open for our Parent Digital Skills Training sessions! Join us this fall to learn more about digital skills, ParentSquare, PowerSch...

ELC Family Literacy Night - October 15

September 29, 2026

ELC Family Literacy Night - October 15

Get ready to light up the night at the ELC's Family Literacy Night on October 15!We're turning down the lights on an unforgettable glow-in-the-dark adventure filled with storytime, fun games, and p...

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