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This calendar is designed to keep families informed about key dates and events throughout the academic year. From the first day of school to holidays and parent-teacher conferences, this comprehensive guide ensures you won’t miss any important moments.
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![GR Hall Pass]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728323327/d47org/swuz8vnmfiuknln8u0ma/GRHallPass.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728323327/d47org/swuz8vnmfiuknln8u0ma/GRHallPass.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728323327/d47org/swuz8vnmfiuknln8u0ma/GRHallPass.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1728323327/d47org/swuz8vnmfiuknln8u0ma/GRHallPass.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1728323327/d47org/swuz8vnmfiuknln8u0ma/GRHallPass.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1728323327/d47org/swuz8vnmfiuknln8u0ma/GRHallPass.jpg","width":2200}])
Glacier Ridge Principal Dr. Gruper awards Emma her Hall Pass.
![Glacier Ridge Student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727876610/d47org/kja1fgrqnlsudraturay/DSC06696favcopy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727876610/d47org/kja1fgrqnlsudraturay/DSC06696favcopy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727876610/d47org/kja1fgrqnlsudraturay/DSC06696favcopy.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1727876610/d47org/kja1fgrqnlsudraturay/DSC06696favcopy.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1727876610/d47org/kja1fgrqnlsudraturay/DSC06696favcopy.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1727876610/d47org/kja1fgrqnlsudraturay/DSC06696favcopy.jpg","width":2200}])
Crystal Lake Elementary District 47 is proud to announce that the Glacier Ridge PreK Preschool for All program has been awarded the prestigious Silver Circle of Quality from ExceleRate Illinois.
![Maddy Ammons]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726505763/d47org/jsy86vndl7coqb3ehjrp/MaddyAmmonsCopy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726505763/d47org/jsy86vndl7coqb3ehjrp/MaddyAmmonsCopy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726505763/d47org/jsy86vndl7coqb3ehjrp/MaddyAmmonsCopy.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1726505763/d47org/jsy86vndl7coqb3ehjrp/MaddyAmmonsCopy.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1726505763/d47org/jsy86vndl7coqb3ehjrp/MaddyAmmonsCopy.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726505763/d47org/jsy86vndl7coqb3ehjrp/MaddyAmmonsCopy.jpg","width":2048}])
Faces of D47 highlights Special Education Paraprofessional Maddy Ammons. Learn more about Maddy and her journey in District 47.
![library reading]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1721762494/d47org/vkwsanr8oq87ckjnp7l5/libraryreading.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1721762494/d47org/vkwsanr8oq87ckjnp7l5/libraryreading.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1721762494/d47org/vkwsanr8oq87ckjnp7l5/libraryreading.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1721762494/d47org/vkwsanr8oq87ckjnp7l5/libraryreading.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1721762494/d47org/vkwsanr8oq87ckjnp7l5/libraryreading.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1721762494/d47org/vkwsanr8oq87ckjnp7l5/libraryreading.jpg","width":2200}])
Turn in your Summer Reading Bucket List log to the Glacier Ridge Library by September 6th for a prize!
![Winter Elevate]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1721761622/d47org/jm69idwfm6kmjwg928pa/WinterElevate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1721761622/d47org/jm69idwfm6kmjwg928pa/WinterElevate.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1721761622/d47org/jm69idwfm6kmjwg928pa/WinterElevate.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1721761622/d47org/jm69idwfm6kmjwg928pa/WinterElevate.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1721761622/d47org/jm69idwfm6kmjwg928pa/WinterElevate.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1721761622/d47org/jm69idwfm6kmjwg928pa/WinterElevate.png","width":2200}])
Out of thirty-six Elevate nominations this winter, 10 staff members were chosen to receive the Elevate Award
![BPAC Literacy Night]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713897719/d47org/umsijbfvaq3wbusngeug/DSC03351_.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713897719/d47org/umsijbfvaq3wbusngeug/DSC03351_.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1713897719/d47org/umsijbfvaq3wbusngeug/DSC03351_.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1713897719/d47org/umsijbfvaq3wbusngeug/DSC03351_.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1713897719/d47org/umsijbfvaq3wbusngeug/DSC03351_.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1713897719/d47org/umsijbfvaq3wbusngeug/DSC03351_.jpg","width":2200}])
The District 47 Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC) hosted a Multicultural Literacy Night at Glacier Ridge Elementary School, aimed to honor and celebrate the diverse cultures within District 47. Multicultural Literacy Night provides a unique opportunity for students, families, faculty, and staff to explore various countries, cultures, and traditions through literacy.
![Glacier Ridge Shop with a Cop]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713896188/d47org/s0tlrs6p1m4ijeswybcs/406463216_783609380240334_5638126806138421862_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713896188/d47org/s0tlrs6p1m4ijeswybcs/406463216_783609380240334_5638126806138421862_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1713896188/d47org/s0tlrs6p1m4ijeswybcs/406463216_783609380240334_5638126806138421862_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1713896188/d47org/s0tlrs6p1m4ijeswybcs/406463216_783609380240334_5638126806138421862_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713896188/d47org/s0tlrs6p1m4ijeswybcs/406463216_783609380240334_5638126806138421862_n.jpg","width":1440}])
“This event is a wonderful opportunity to create lasting connections between McHenry County children and law enforcement,” said Dr. Gruper, Glacier Ridge Elementary Principal.
By The Numbers
695
Students at Glacier Ridge
134
Staff Members at Glacier Ridge
22
Languages Spoken
PreK-5th Grade
Grades Offered