With the first month of school over, it’s time for one of the best months of the school year. The month of September is filled with events such as the Homecoming dance, Homecoming game, spirit week and two late start days. Here are just a few upcoming events around the city and school to keep you excited for this month.

Niles West:

2: Labor Day No School

4: Powder Puff Meeting at 3:30 pm

5: Open House 6:00-8:00 pm

6: 10:10 am Late Arrival and Niles West vs. Niles North Football Game

11: AP Art Parent Night 6 pm

13: 9:40 am Late Start

19: Homecoming Ticket Sales Begin

23-27 Homecoming Spirit Week

24: PowderPuff Football Game 3:30 pm

27: Homecoming Pep Assembly 12 pm and Football Game vs Maine South at 7 pm

28: Homecoming Dance 7:00 pm

Chicago:

6-8: German American Oktoberfest

7-8: Ukrainian Village Festival

14-15: Lakeview East Festival of the Arts

19: Alder Planetarium After Dark

21-22: Chicago Food Truck Fest

29: Chicago Half Marathon