Gurnee School District 56

08/28/2026

Don't miss today's edition of Viking Voice! This is the district's e-newsletter which is sent to families every other week during the school year!

Viking Voice

08/27/2026

The District 56 PTO is now selling Viking spirit wear. Orders will be delivered to the student's school at the end of September. Order online through September 8 at this link - https://www.peanutbuddygallery.com/gurnee-vikings

08/26/2026

It was a great first week of reconnecting and learning at River Trail School! Students learned the expectations for bathroom, hallway, lunchroom and classroom behavior. We are so happy to have our Vikings back in school!

08/25/2026

Just a reminder that each Wednesday is a Late Start Wednesday so that staff can participate in professional learning together.

08/25/2026

Looking back at a fantastic first week at Spaulding School Gurnee District 56! Students enjoyed getting back into routines and meeting new friends!

08/24/2026

What a great first week at Viking School! Check out the fun and smiles from students at the first day welcome assembly!

08/21/2026

Our team had a great time at last week's Safety Stars & Dilly Bars back-to-school event hosted by the Gurnee Police Department.

08/19/2026

Welcome back Vikings!

08/19/2026

Last and the most important one....we are so excited for the start of school tomorrow! Remember, it is NOT a Late Start Wednesday, but we will follow our Early Release Schedule #2 -
Spaulding: 2:20 p.m.
River Trail: 1:25 p.m.
Prairie Trail: 2:25 p.m.
Viking: 1:25 p.m.

We can't wait to welcome our students back and get moving on a great year! See you tomorrow Vikings!