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Inspiring Minds at District 142

District 142 has chosen "D142 Inspires" as its theme for the 2024-2025 School Year. From inspiring others to seeking out ways to inspire ourselves to do and be our best, District 142 is inspired to serve our students, families, and community.

Who We Are

The Forest Ridge School District 142 Board of Education believes that:
CHILDREN ALWAYS COME FIRST

Vision

Our vision is to become a model learning community that prepares students for a competitive global perspective by providing advanced opportunities in: Reading, Math, Science, Social Sciences, the Arts, Technology, Foreign Language, Physical Development, Health and Social-Emotional Development.

Mission

It is the mission of Forest Ridge School District 142 to maximize the unlimited academic and behavioral potential of each student in a caring, but demanding, child-centered learning community.

Our District At A Glance

  • 100% 1:1 iPads Grades K-8
  • STEAM Grades 1-8
  • 1,668 Students
  • 1:21 Teacher / Student Ratio