
May 01
Newsletter May 2026

granted by the Institute for the Development of the Polish Language through
the “Wspólnota Polska” Association.
We are very excited and believe this will help students who struggle with Polish
find a modern and effective path to learning the language 💛
| Pn | Wt | Śr | Cz | Pt | So | Nd | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | Zajęcia Specjalne – Parada | 02.05.26 godz. 9:00- Wyjazd na Paradę 3-cio Majową 03.05.26 godz. 14:00 – Msza Absolwentów klas 8 i 11 03.05.26 godz. 17:00 – Bal Absolwentów – klasa 8 i 11 |
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| 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 19 | 10 | Normalne zajęcia | |
| 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | Normalne zajęcia | Zakończenie roku szkolnego |
| 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | ||
| 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | ||
Important Information and Upcoming Events
🇵🇱 Constitution Day Parade
On May 2, 2026 (Saturday), students will participate in the Polish Constitution Day Parade in Chicago 🇵🇱
🕘 Departure: 09:00 AM
🕜 Return: approx. 1:30 PM
Younger children are welcome to join under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
👕 All participants are asked to wear school T-shirts for easy identification.
T-shirts: 15 USD
Sweatshirts: 30 USD
Available for purchase during school hours and before bus departure.
🎓 Graduation Mass & Ball
📅 May 3, 2026 (Sunday)
We warmly invite all students, graduates, and families to participate in this special celebration 🎉
🕑 2:00 PM – Graduation Mass (Grades 8 & 11)
SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish
608 Sobieski St, Lemont, IL 60439
🕔 5:00 PM – Graduation Ball
Crystal Grand Banquets
12416 S Archer Ave, Lemont, IL 60439
🎭 End of School Year Celebration
📅 May 15–16, 2026
The school year will conclude with a festive celebration including student performances.
We invite all parents to join us in celebrating together!
🍦 Thank You to Our Sponsor
On April 17–18, thanks to the support of Polish & Slavic Federal Credit Union, we were able to reward students with ice cream for their beautiful spring artwork displayed at the bank 💛

📝 Registration for the 2026/2027 School Year
Registration is now open!
💻 Online registration available below:
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Apr 02
Newsletter April 2026

granted by the Institute for the Development of the Polish Language through
the “Wspólnota Polska” Association.
We are very excited and believe this will help students who struggle with Polish
find a modern and effective path to learning the language 💛
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | No classes | Easter | ||
| 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Regular classes | Graduation photos (Grades 8 & 11) |
| 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | Regular classes | Written exam |
| 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | Regular classes | Oral exam |
| 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | |||||
Important Information and Upcoming Events
🐣 Easter
No classes will be held during the first weekend of April.
We wish all families a joyful and peaceful Easter filled with quality time together 🌷🐰

📸 Graduation Photo Session
On April 10 and 11, students in Grades 8 and 11 will participate in a special graduation photo session 🎓
A wonderful keepsake marking an important milestone in their education!
🌸 Spring Contest
Thank you to all students for your creativity and engagement!
Your projects are truly impressive 🌼
📝 Registration for the 2024/2025 School Year
Registration will open once textbook prices are confirmed.
📩 Details will be sent via email
💻 Online registration will be available again
🏫 What’s Been Happening Recently?
General Parents Meeting
Thank you to all parents for attending and for your engagement.
During the meeting:
✔️ Amendments to the school statute were approved
✔️ The updated statute will be published on the school website
Board Elections
The position of Events Coordinator was filled by:
👉 Natalie Głogowski
Her candidacy was unanimously approved. Congratulations and best of luck! 🎉
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Mar 03
Newsletter March 2026

| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Regular classes | |||||||
| 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | Change of day (Fri) Regular classes (Sat) |
Mar 5, 2026 – Classes on Thursday instead of Friday |
| 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | No classes (Fri) Regular classes (Sat) |
Mar 14, 2026 at 10:15 am – General Parent Meeting |
| 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | Change of day (Fri) No classes (Sat) |
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| 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | Regular classes | Practice Final High School Exam Polonaise Dance Practice for seniors |
| 30 | 31 | |||||||
Important information and upcoming events
Attention! Friday classes in March:
During the first weekend of March, Friday classes will take place on Thursday, March 5th
During the second weekend of March, there is no classes on Friday March 13th.
During the third weekend of March, Friday classes will take place on Thursday, March 19th
Attention! Saturday classes in March:
During the third weekend of March, there is no classes on Saturday March 21.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
March 14 – General Parent Meeting
Time: 10:15 AM
Location: Parish hall across from the school
This is one of the most important meetings of the school year. Parent attendance is mandatory. The board and administration will share key updates on current matters and future plans, and there will be elections for the event coordinator position. It’s a great opportunity to get involved in our school community!
What does the role involve?
The Events Coordinator helps plan and coordinate the school’s key events throughout the year, such as St. Nicholas Day, the Children’s Carnival Party, the Parents’ Ball, the school’s participation in the May 3rd Parade, and other community celebrations.
The person in this role:
- collaborates with the Board and teachers when planning school events
- communicates with service providers (venues, catering, DJs, photographers, etc.)
- coordinates parent volunteers who help with event organization
- supports the organization of educational trips for the upper grades
This role does not mean doing everything alone — it is primarily a coordination role, carried out with the support of the Board, teachers, and parents.
⭐ Position benefit: exemption from school tuition.
We will also vote for changes and updates to school School Bylaws.
Matura Trial Exam (March 27 and 28):
We are keeping our fingers crossed for our seniors during the Matura trial exam. We believe in you and have full confidence in your abilities. May your hard work and dedication bring the best results. Good luck!
Trip to Poland (March 27 – April 4)
At the end of March, students from the upper grades of our school will travel to Poland for an educational trip. It will be a wonderful adventure and a great opportunity for them to explore the history and culture of our homeland.
During the trip, students will visit many interesting places in northern Poland. The program includes, among other highlights, a visit to the Polish Parliament (Sejm) as well as many educational and cultural activities.
We wish all participants a fantastic trip, many unforgettable experiences, and wonderful memories! ✈️🇵🇱
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