Whittier Elementary School

"The freedom bell is still ringing." Superintendent Dr. Lawrence celebrated the life and mission of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., at the event at South Suburban College in South Holland. We’re proud to see our community unite to celebrate, honor and move forward together.

In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, our buildings will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15.

The second quarter ends next week on Friday, January 19! Students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m. Great work so far students, let’s finish the school year strong in the second semester!

Join us next week to meet Superintendent Dr. Reggie Lawrence! We look forward to introducing our new superintendent to our community members. Tuesday, Jan. 16 from 4:50-5:30 p.m. at Maya Angelou Elementary Learn more about Dr. Lawrence on our website: https://www.harvey152.org/article/1390155

Welcome back, students! We’re excited to see everyone again and we’re excited for a fresh new semester together!

Check out a few photos from the Holiday Market at Whittier Elementary. It was great getting to celebrate the holidays with the Harvey community! Enjoy the final days of winter break!

Happy New Year! Here’s to another year of collaborative learning and exciting new opportunities with our students and staff members in 2024.

Following a superintendent search in partnership with School Exec Connect, Harvey School District 152 is excited to announce the next leader of our district. Dr. Reginald L. Lawrence II has a total of 32 years of educational experience. He has served in numerous capacities including elementary and middle school teacher, dean of students, assistant principal, elementary and high school principal, regional superintendent of schools and superintendent of schools. Welcome Dr. Lawrence! https://www.harvey152.org/article/1390155

Happy Holidays from Harvey School District 152! We wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season.

Harvey School District offices will be closed on Dec. 25 and 26 and Jan. 1 and 2. Enjoy the holiday weekends ahead!

Winter Break is almost here! Students will be out of school from Monday, Dec. 25 through Friday, Jan. 5. Classes resume on Monday, Jan. 8!

NFINITE Hands and Alderwoman Colby Chapman are hosting their annual Joy of Giving Toy Drive tomorrow! Join us from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Brooks Middle School. We hope to see you there!

Join us tomorrow night to cheer on our staff members in the Toy Drive Charity Basketball Game against Harvey City employees! Admission is $5 or a new unopened toy. All proceeds and toys will be donated to the students of our district at Brooks Middle School.

A child starts their learning journey almost immediately and parents are their first teachers. Harvey School District 152 partners, encourages and supports families with the opportunity to connect with parents, access valuable resources, and feel supported through their parenting journey. Whether you are looking for information on prenatal care, child development, parenting tips, or a fun way to connect with others in the community, Harvey is here for you! Our prenatal/birth to three program provides valuable resources free of charge and we are always welcoming new families! To learn more, call Lead Parent Educator Rasheedah McCamury at 708-796-3788 or visit our website: https://www.harvey152.org/page/birth-to-three-program

Last month, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity provided turkey dinner boxes for families of Whittier Elementary School. Principal Lisa Manuel enjoyed meeting community members at this special event!

Warm coats for cool kids! Whittier Elementary School hosted a winter coat drive with many members of the community donating coats. Thank you for supporting our students!

We’re proud to share our December community newsletter! You will learn more about our new Strategic Goals, extracurricular activities at each school, our birth-to-three program for families, Foundation grant awardees and more. Harvey School District residents will receive one in their mailboxes soon! View the complete newsletter on our website: https://www.harvey152.org/page/district-newsletters

Join us next week on Dec. 15 for the Toy Drive Charity Basketball Game! Harvey School District employees will take on Harvey City employees at Brooks Middle School. All proceeds and toys will be donated to the students of our district. Admission is $5 or a new unopened toy. Help us cheer on our staff members!

Next week, NFINITE Hands and Alderwoman Colby Chapman will be hosting their annual Joy of Giving Toy Drive! It takes place on Saturday, Dec. 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Brooks Middle School and we hope to see you there!

Harvey Park District is hosting a Lunch-N-Fun with Santa event this Saturday, Dec. 9! Join the fun from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Santa’s Village (14821 Broadway Ave.) Be sure to register in advance by calling 708-331-3857.