October 28, 2026
Early Dismissal on November 12
Students in grades K-8 will be released early on Thursday, November 12Elementary School Dismissal: 10:55 AMGemini Dismissal: 11:25 AMThere is NO Morning or Afternoon preschool on early dismissal d...
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East Maine School District 63 offers a rich learning environment and multicultural perspective to more than 3,600 students in the diverse communities of Des Plaines, Niles, Glenview, Park Ridge, and Morton Grove. Committed to teaching excellence that provides all students with the specific opportunities they need to succeed and thrive, District 63’s five elementary schools, middle school, preschool, and afterschool programs foster each student’s academic, social, emotional, and behavioral growth and achievement.
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October 27, 2026
PTO Meeting November 10
Join the Melzer PTO for its meeting on November 10! When: November 10, from 7-8 PM Where: Melzer Elementary School or virtuallyWe hope you can make it!
October 26, 2026
63 Cares Drive
Starting November 2, District 63 is hosting the 63 Cares Drive to support the FRC Marketplace food pantry and community closet. Please bring non-perishable food, new clothing, toys, and/or toiletri...
October 22, 2026
Board of Education Meeting - November 5
When: November 5 at 7 p.m.Where: District 63 Educational Service Center Can't make it? Stream it live by visiting our website.
October 21, 2026
Daylight Savings Ends Nov. 1
Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour on Sunday, November 1!
October 15, 2026
Melzer PTO Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser
Popcorn lovers, get ready!The Melzer PTO Double Good Fundraiser kicks off on Tuesday, October 20, and runs for one week. Don't miss your chance to support the PTO in this 100% online event. Get you...
October 14, 2026
Parent Digital Skills Training Registration Now Open
Are you ready to boost your technology skills? Registration is now open for our Parent Digital Skills Training sessions! Join us this fall to learn more about digital skills, ParentSquare, PowerSch...
October 14, 2026
Melzer PTO Beary Sweet Fundraiser
Join the Melzer PTO for a sweet treat on October 28!Where: Beary Sweet Ice Cream Shop at 8045 N Milwaukee Avenue in NilesWhen: 3:00 to 9:00 PM on Wednesday, October 28Mention MELZER when you order,...
