Dear Parents /Guardians,
It is that time of year again for registration for the upcoming 2026/27 school year. Registration is now open for all grade levels in the district for returning students starting Monday, February 2, 2026. Please take a moment to sign in to Skyward and complete the registration process by May 8. See attached flyer.
https://www.saltcreek48.org/page/registration
Thank you in advance.
It is that time of year again for registration for the upcoming 2026/27 school year. Registration is now open for all grade levels in the district for returning students starting Monday, February 2, 2026. Please take a moment to sign in to Skyward and complete the registration process by May 8. See attached flyer.
https://www.saltcreek48.org/page/registration
Thank you in advance.
Stella May Swartz: The Viking Voice 1.30.26 https://app.smore.com/n/2z8x30. Stay Warm and have a great weekend!
Stella May Swartz: The Viking Voice 12.19.25 https://app.smore.com/n/bq0uhp. Have a wonderful break!
Here is the next Stella May Swartz: The Viking Voice 12.05.2025 https://app.smore.com/n/vz0ar. Have a warm weekend.
Swartz Parents: Please remember that the weather has changed, and we do go outside. Please ensure your child wears the proper attire to school. A warm winter coat, winter boots, scarf, hat, and gloves, especially if they want to play in the snow at recess time. Thank you in advance for your help.
Swartz Families
This is a reminder that tomorrow, Friday, November 21st, is a Half-Day.
Swartz's dismissal is at 10:40 AM.
If there is a change in your child's end-of-day dismissal, please call the Swartz office promptly by 10:00 AM at 630-834-9256 to notify us.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Break! Classes will resume on Monday, December 1st.
This is a reminder that tomorrow, Friday, November 21st, is a Half-Day.
Swartz's dismissal is at 10:40 AM.
If there is a change in your child's end-of-day dismissal, please call the Swartz office promptly by 10:00 AM at 630-834-9256 to notify us.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Break! Classes will resume on Monday, December 1st.
Albright Middle School received an EXEMPLARY rating on the Illinois Report Card!
We’re excited to share some news from the 2025 Illinois State Report Card! All three of our Salt Creek District 48 schools showed outstanding growth and achievement in Reading and Math this year—proof that our students, staff, and families are working together to achieve great things.
A special congratulations goes to Albright Middle School, which earned an Exemplary designation, placing it among the top 10% of schools in Illinois!
These accomplishments are a direct reflection of the hard work and dedication of our teachers, the perseverance of our students, and the strong support of our families. Together, we’re building on our success and living out this year’s theme: Stronger Than Ever — with a New Foundation 🧱, Same Heart 🩵, and Bigger Purpose💡.
We’re excited to share some news from the 2025 Illinois State Report Card! All three of our Salt Creek District 48 schools showed outstanding growth and achievement in Reading and Math this year—proof that our students, staff, and families are working together to achieve great things.
A special congratulations goes to Albright Middle School, which earned an Exemplary designation, placing it among the top 10% of schools in Illinois!
These accomplishments are a direct reflection of the hard work and dedication of our teachers, the perseverance of our students, and the strong support of our families. Together, we’re building on our success and living out this year’s theme: Stronger Than Ever — with a New Foundation 🧱, Same Heart 🩵, and Bigger Purpose💡.
Students Will Wear Costumes All Day
- No
Weapons, Masks, or Full Face Makeup.
Students will not be given time to change or add Makeup and/or props to their Costumes During the School Day.
• 1:15 - 1:30 Parade At SMS on BlackTop in the Back of the School. Parents and Families will line up along the grass and the back of the building.
• 1:30 - 2:15 Fall Parties in the Classrooms (only Approved FTC Parent Volunteers will be allowed in Classrooms)
• Please DO NOT send in any candy or food.
All food items will be returned.
- No
Weapons, Masks, or Full Face Makeup.
Students will not be given time to change or add Makeup and/or props to their Costumes During the School Day.
• 1:15 - 1:30 Parade At SMS on BlackTop in the Back of the School. Parents and Families will line up along the grass and the back of the building.
• 1:30 - 2:15 Fall Parties in the Classrooms (only Approved FTC Parent Volunteers will be allowed in Classrooms)
• Please DO NOT send in any candy or food.
All food items will be returned.
Here is the next Stella May Swartz: The Viking Voice 10.17.25 https://secure.smore.com/n/bz5d9. Have a great weekend!
Stella May Swartz Parent Reminder:
We would like to just remind our students to wear their tie-dye t-shirt and tie-dye bracelet to school tomorrow, Friday, September 26th.
Have a great day!
We would like to just remind our students to wear their tie-dye t-shirt and tie-dye bracelet to school tomorrow, Friday, September 26th.
Have a great day!
Here is the next Stella May Swartz: The Viking Voice 9.19.25 https://secure.smore.com/n/cdhsn. Have a great weekend!
Tomorrow, Thursday, September 11th, Stella May Swartz School is excited to host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 6:15 PM, followed by our Curriculum Night at 6:30 PM. Please see the attached images for more details.
Dear Swartz Families,
With the beginning of the year quickly approaching, I wanted to take a quick moment to check in and say how much we are looking forward to seeing everyone.
Now, the big question on everyone's mind is: Will we start school on time? The answer is YES! Crews are working hard to get everything in order, and we will be ready to welcome students back on Wednesday, August 27th.
Later this week, you will receive the official Welcome Back letter with updated procedures and your student's schedule.
If there is anything I can assist with, please don't hesitate to reach out at kmarino@saltcreek48.org.
See you soon!
Karen Marino
Stella May Swartz, Principal
With the beginning of the year quickly approaching, I wanted to take a quick moment to check in and say how much we are looking forward to seeing everyone.
Now, the big question on everyone's mind is: Will we start school on time? The answer is YES! Crews are working hard to get everything in order, and we will be ready to welcome students back on Wednesday, August 27th.
Later this week, you will receive the official Welcome Back letter with updated procedures and your student's schedule.
If there is anything I can assist with, please don't hesitate to reach out at kmarino@saltcreek48.org.
See you soon!
Karen Marino
Stella May Swartz, Principal
Swartz Families, if your child is in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade & you will be picking them up from school on the first day or any day, please complete this survey before Friday, August 6th: https://tinyurl.com/br63up5b. Thank you. Please disregard if you have already completed.
Swartz Families, if your child is in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade & you will be picking them up from school on the first day or any day, please complete this survey before Friday, August 6th: https://tinyurl.com/br63up5b. Thank you. Please disregard if you have already completed.
Swartz Families, if your child is in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade and you will be picking your child up from school on the first day or any day, please complete this survey before Friday, August 1st: https://tinyurl.com/br63up5b. Thank you in advance.
Tuesday, June 3rd, will be a half day and the last day of school for District #48. Dismissal times are: Swartz 10:40 AM, Salt Creek 10:50 AM, and Albright 10:53 AM. Hope everyone has a wonderful summer. See you in 2025. 26 school year!
