Back-to-School Guide for 2025-2026
Everything you need to know to prepare your family for the 2025-2026 school year. This page will be regularly updated in the weeks leading up to the first day of school.
Contact Information
- Phone: 847-298-1976
- Email: iginfo@rtsd26.org
- Principal: Bill Timmins, wtimmins@rtsd26.org
- Asst. Principal: Melissa Naples, mnaples@rtsd26.org
- IG Staff Directory
Important Dates
- Tuesday, September 2: First day of school (dismissal at 1:40 p.m.)
- Friday, September 5: Back to School Bash (6:00 p.m.)
- Tuesday, September 9: Picture Day
- Tuesday, September 16: Curriculum Night (6:00 p.m.)
Registration
- New to the district? Find out how to register your child for 2025-2026.
- Have questions or need help? Contact the Indian Grove office at 847-298-1976 or iginfo@rtsd26.org.
School Hours
Please note that on Thursdays we have a late arrival to allow for professional development.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades |
Start 8:50 a.m. End 3:40 p.m. |
Start 8:50 a.m. End 3:40 p.m. |
Start 8:50 a.m. End 3:40 p.m. |
Start 9:40 a.m. End 3:40 p.m. |
Start 8:50 a.m. End 3:40 p.m. |
*Early dismissal is at 1:40 p.m.
School Meal Information
- Families who meet certain income eligibility guidelines can apply for free or reduced-price meals.
- Breakfast and lunch menus
- Learn how to create a MyMealTime account or to add funds
- Have questions or need help? Contact Jill Kersten, director of food services, at 224-612-7675 or jkersten@rtsd26.org.
Bus Information
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Families can still sign up for bus transportation. Please contact the district's transportation coordinator, for more information. You can reach them at (224) 612-7327 or BusinessServices@rtsd26.org.
- Updated Bus Routes