District 196 is committed to working with parents and guardians to ensure they have the tools needed to support student achievement. The information and resources linked in this section are designed to keep parents connected to their child’s academic success.
Preschool options for District 196 resident 3-year-olds and 4-year-olds including 4-year-old preschool at 13 school sites across District 196. Every Connections Preschool class gives children an opportunity to interact with other children in fun, engaging activities while learning important skills.
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Follow the Parent Portal access instructions in the email. Check if you have a Parent Portal account. If you have not set up an account, please contact the school office where one of your children attends to set up a time to show your ID and receive your instructions in person.
The District 196 Student Testing and Assessment Center is responsible for all district wide achievement testing. The assessment center staff work on implementation of state graduation standards; administer district, state and national tests; collect other information to support revision and development of curricular and instructional programs; and report data to the School Board, the Curriculum and Instruction Advisory Council (CIAC), and the public.
Elementary report cards. A report card is one component of a communication system between home and school. It’s purpose is to communicate a student’s achievement, behavior, and effort based on district grade level expectations and standards at designated times throughout the year.