Ribbon Cutting at Morton

October 12, 2018

Join the staff, students, families and neighbors of Morton to celebrate the official opening of the Space to Grow schoolyard!

Friday, October 19, 2:30 p.m.
Morton School of Excellence, 431 N. Troy St.

Please join us as we recognize key partners and celebrate with the school community!

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