District 123 Families,

This morning, School District 123 received a very serious and threatening message directed at Kolmar School. Out of an extreme abundance of caution, and in close coordination with the Oak Lawn Police Department, all District 123 schools will be closed today, Friday, January 30, 2026.

Due to the timing of this message, this will be an emergency closing day, and we WILL NOT be holding any eLearning today.

The Oak Lawn Police Department is actively investigating, and we are fully supporting their work. For safety, families and students should not come to any school buildings today unless you are specifically directed by the district or law enforcement.

We know this kind of message is upsetting. Our priority is the safety of students and staff, and we will continue to communicate clearly as we learn more. We will send another update later today, even if the investigation is still ongoing.

If you or your child has any information that could help, please contact the Oak Lawn Police Department. If there is an immediate emergency, call 911.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Paul J. Enderle Ed.D.
Superintendent