What Happens When 8th Graders Tackle a Real-World Problem? They Win an International Film Award

8th graders from The Children’s School turn a Great Lakes class project into an award-winning film about data centers and our shared future.

Noteworthy Show Choir Returned To Oak Park Arms For 15th Anniversary Performance

Noteworthy, the award-winning show choir from OPRF High School, performed a high-energy show at the Oak Park Arms on Dec. 5

'Inspiring' IL Mom Graduates College Despite 'Immense Challenges'

"She embodies courage, kindness, and perseverance, and I am endlessly proud to call her my mom," Sarah's daughter said.

Hard-Working Oak Park Teen Is An 'Angel' To Family: Grad Shoutout

"He lost his dad to cancer at age 9, but never let that hinder him from his goals," Justin's sister said.

Graduation Shoutout: David Excels In Football, Volunteer Work

Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Oak Park.

Graduation Shoutout: Taylor Excels In Academics And Sports In Oak Park

Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Oak Park.

AYSO Offering FREE Band & Orchestra Clinics

Middle School & High School - Free Band & Orchestra Clinics

Scholarships Available for Fall ‘24-American Youth Symphony Orchestra

Scholarships Available for Young Musicians - Chamber Music & Orchestra Programs - ages 7-18, all orchestral instruments

Noteworthy Show Choir At The Oak Park Arms Senior Living

Noteworthy, the award-winning show choir from Oak Park River Forest High School performed for seniors and the community at the Oak Park Arms

Fenwick High School Names Seasoned Academic Leader As New Principal

Mr. Mark Rasar begins his tenure on July 1.

On April 19th: OPRF High School Hosts `Parent University’

Collaboration of local government, schools and social service agencies holds workshops to boost mental health, empower & support families

🎶 American Youth Symphony Orch - AUDITIONS 9/4 & 9/21

All Orchestral Instruments - Ages 7-18yrs - Located in Clarendon Hill, IL

🎶 American Youth Symphony Orch - AUDITIONS 9/4 & 9/21

All Orchestral Instruments - Ages 7-18yrs - Located in Clarendon Hill, IL

🎶 American Youth Symphony Orch - AUDITIONS 8/21 & 9/4

All Orchestral Instruments - Ages 7-18yrs - Located in Clarendon Hill, IL

RFPSD 90: 5Essentials Survey Open Through Friday, March 11

There's still time to complete the 5Essentials Survey. The Survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of how District 90 meets yo ...

RFPSD 90: Summer School Registration Opens March 4

Believe it or not, summer is right around the corner! It's time to start planning those summer activities. District 90 will be hosting s ...

RFPSD 90: D90 Schools Re-Open For In-Person Instruction On Thursday, February 3

District 90 schools will be open for in-person instruction Thursday, February 3. All school-sponsored after-school and evening activitie ...

RFPSD 90: District 90 Shifts To E-Learning Day Due To Expected Winter Storm On Wed. February 2, 2022

District 90 will institute an E-Learning Day on Wednesday, February 2, 2022, due to the predicted winter weather event. All schools and ...

RFPSD 90: Kindergarten Registration Starts Soon

Do you have or know of a child who will turn five years old on or before September 1, 2022? If the answer is yes, River Forest District ...

RFPSD 90: Revised Quarantine Guidance

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) recently released their revised regulations ...

RFPSD 90: Committee Of The Whole Meeting Canceled

The Committee of the Whole (COW) meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 4, 2022, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled Board o ...

RFPSD 90: Winter Break Hours

Winter Break starts on Monday, December 20, 2021. Classes will resume on Monday, January 3, 2022. The Administration Offices will remain ...

RFPSD 90: Inviting Student Voice Into District 90 Decisions

District 90 is inviting student perspectives into the decisions and operations of the school system. This initiative aims to seek broade ...

200 Rally in Opposition to Cancellation of OPRF Activities

Public Health Director's decision to halt high school extracurriculars is criticized as an overreaction that damages student mental health

College Financial Aid Applications In Oak Park-River Forest Area: Compare To IL

See how FAFSA applications changed for Oak Park-River Forest area high schools.

RFPSD 90: Happy Thanksgiving!

District 90 will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday from Wednesday, November 24, through Friday, November 26. Classes will resume on ...

RFPSD 90: Resident Friendly Financial Report Is Available

In an effort to make the District's financial status more accessible to the D90 community, the District has released its Resident Friend ...

RFPSD 90: Reminder: Set Your Clocks Back One Hour On Sunday, November 7

Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend. Remember to reset your clocks by turning them back an hour on Sunday, November 7 at 2:00 a.m. Al ...

RFPSD 90: Inclusion Preschool Lottery For 2022-23 School Year Opens

The District 90 Inclusion Preschool lottery for the 2022-2023 school year will be available online from October 26th at 9:00 a.m. until ...

RFPSD 90: Time To Sign Up For Parent/Teacher Conferences

It's time to sign up for Parent/Teacher Conferences! Registration for Parent/Teacher Conferences opens on Thursday, October 21 at 7 a.m. ...

RFPSD 90: Keeping The Community Safe With Exemplary Vaccination Rate

In August, Gov. Pritzker issued an executive order requiring that all school personnel be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly ...

Dominican Ranked In Top 10 In Midwest By U.S. News & World Report

The River Forest university was also named #1 Best Value in Illinois.

RFPSD 90: Dr. Condon's Welcome Back To School Message

Please view Dr. Condon's Welcome Back to School message by clicking this link:

RFPSD 90: Safe School Reopening Guide, 2021-22

As D90 prepares for the return of students, faculty, and staff for the 2021-22 school year, it is essential that the plans for reopening ...

2021 College Aid: How Oak Park-River Forest Area Compares In Application Rates

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

Registration Open For District 97 Virtual Summer Step-Up Program

Parents are asked to register by July 3.

River Forest School District 90: No School May 28

Teachers will use that Friday to organize instructional plans to address academic preparations for the 2021-22 school year.

Graduation 2021: Surprise Your Graduate By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Oak Park-River Forest Patch.

District 97 Board Of Education To Meet May 11

Members of the public have the opportunity to address the board during the public comment portion of the meeting via video or telephone.

Interim Superintendent Begins Serving District 97

Dr. Patricia Wernet has stepped in for Superintendent Carol Kelley, who is out of office on medical leave.