We had so much fun at Primary’s Popsicles with the Principal yesterday! ☀️🐯
Our littlest Wildcats and their families stopped to enjoy a cool treat, play on the playground, make new friends, and meet their principal team. It was a great way to spend a toasty summer afternoon!
Don't forget about our other Back to School Events!
- Intermediate: Popsicles with the Principal, Aug. 11, 3-5 p.m.
- Elementary: Popsicles with the Principal, Aug. 12, 3-5 p.m.
- WMS: Back to School Bash, Aug. 13, 3-5 p.m.
Stay connected to District News, Events, Information, and Reminders with the Woodland ROAR Report. This is the weekly district newsletter. Look for it by email or text every Friday morning during the school year.
Here is the Aug. 7 edition - https://app.smore.com/n/mqnpy
Find a greeting from Dr. Machak, information about finding your child's teacher assignment in Skyward Family Access after 3 p.m. today, and transportation information for the first few days of school.
(If you did not receive the ROAR Report by text or email this morning, please reach out to Brooke Hagstrom at BHagstrom@dist50.net to make sure your contact information is correct in our system.)
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Here is the Aug. 7 edition - https://app.smore.com/n/mqnpy
Find a greeting from Dr. Machak, information about finding your child's teacher assignment in Skyward Family Access after 3 p.m. today, and transportation information for the first few days of school.
(If you did not receive the ROAR Report by text or email this morning, please reach out to Brooke Hagstrom at BHagstrom@dist50.net to make sure your contact information is correct in our system.)
#LifeintheW
Welcome New Wildcats! 🐯💚
There is so much happening at Woodland as we make our way closer to the start of school. Our newest #LifeintheW team members officially kicked off the school year at New Teacher Orientation today. These Wildcats connected with district and school leaders, signed in to their district devices, met their mentors and new coworkers, and got excited for the new school year. We are so excited to have these educators as part of our learning community!
There is so much happening at Woodland as we make our way closer to the start of school. Our newest #LifeintheW team members officially kicked off the school year at New Teacher Orientation today. These Wildcats connected with district and school leaders, signed in to their district devices, met their mentors and new coworkers, and got excited for the new school year. We are so excited to have these educators as part of our learning community!
Happening Now! Educators from Woodland D50, Gurnee 56, and Warren D121, in partnership with the Lake County Regional Office of Education, attend a full-day professional development training in preparation for the school year.
We are thrilled to learn from our keynote speaker, Dr. Jo Boaler! Through her work as a Professor of Mathematics Education at Stanford University and co-founder of Youcubed, Dr. Boaler brings us a message rooted in neuroscience, equity, and relentless optimism: Every child can learn high-level mathematics. When educators foster a growth mindset, embrace mistakes as learning opportunities, and build classrooms defined by high expectations and belonging, students don't just participate—they excel.
A variety of sessions will follow focused on Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, Data Literacy, Behaviors, Differentiation, PBIS, Building Thinking Classrooms, and more!
We are thrilled to learn from our keynote speaker, Dr. Jo Boaler! Through her work as a Professor of Mathematics Education at Stanford University and co-founder of Youcubed, Dr. Boaler brings us a message rooted in neuroscience, equity, and relentless optimism: Every child can learn high-level mathematics. When educators foster a growth mindset, embrace mistakes as learning opportunities, and build classrooms defined by high expectations and belonging, students don't just participate—they excel.
A variety of sessions will follow focused on Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, Data Literacy, Behaviors, Differentiation, PBIS, Building Thinking Classrooms, and more!
We are back in the Educational Support Center!
After a temporary relocation due to construction, parking lot and building projects, we are back in our permanent home. We had a great summer at the Middle School, but it feels good to be back in our offices again.
The move is currently underway so there may still be some delays in response as we unpack our boxes. There is also still a bit of work to complete and the parking lot isn't completely done yet, so we ask you to pardon our dust just a few more days!
Looking forward to the school year! In case you missed it, we launched Back to School Communication on Friday.
B2S newsletter - https://app.smore.com/n/1qk7v4
B2SHQ page - https://www.dist50.net/page/back-to-school-headquarters
After a temporary relocation due to construction, parking lot and building projects, we are back in our permanent home. We had a great summer at the Middle School, but it feels good to be back in our offices again.
The move is currently underway so there may still be some delays in response as we unpack our boxes. There is also still a bit of work to complete and the parking lot isn't completely done yet, so we ask you to pardon our dust just a few more days!
Looking forward to the school year! In case you missed it, we launched Back to School Communication on Friday.
B2S newsletter - https://app.smore.com/n/1qk7v4
B2SHQ page - https://www.dist50.net/page/back-to-school-headquarters
Back to School Communication Starts NOW!
Here is the welcome newsletter from the District: https://app.smore.com/n/1qk7v4
Visit the Back to School HQ page on the website for all the information you need in ONE spot: https://www.dist50.net/page/back-to-school-headquarters
We are looking forward to a fantastic school year with you and your Wildcats! #LifeintheW
You should have received an email and text alert this afternoon with a link to the welcome newsletter. If you did NOT receive this alert, please reach out to Brooke Hagstrom at BHagstrom@dist50.net so that we can verify that your contact information is showing up correctly in our messaging system and troubleshoot.
Here is the welcome newsletter from the District: https://app.smore.com/n/1qk7v4
Visit the Back to School HQ page on the website for all the information you need in ONE spot: https://www.dist50.net/page/back-to-school-headquarters
We are looking forward to a fantastic school year with you and your Wildcats! #LifeintheW
You should have received an email and text alert this afternoon with a link to the welcome newsletter. If you did NOT receive this alert, please reach out to Brooke Hagstrom at BHagstrom@dist50.net so that we can verify that your contact information is showing up correctly in our messaging system and troubleshoot.
This week some of our team members attended the STRIVE for Success Autism Training Series with Easterseals. Participants were excited to walk away with practical strategies and a personalized toolkit to take back the classroom. The energy in the room was fantastic!
Thank you for taking time during your summer break to engage in meaningful professional development on behalf of our students! #LifeintheW
Thank you for taking time during your summer break to engage in meaningful professional development on behalf of our students! #LifeintheW
Please join us in providing a warm Wildcat Welcome to several new Woodland bus drivers! Today the Transportation Team held an onsite orientation and training for new drivers. We are so excited to have you join the #LifeintheW team! 💚
Incoming 6th graders and their families had the chance to learn more about WMS! During their orientation, school leaders explained what they can expect moving up to the Middle School this year, and took students and their families on a tour of their new school!
#LifeintheW
#LifeintheW
Calling All WMS Marching Wildcats!🎶
Band Camp is just around the corner for all 7th & 8th graders(and qualified 6th graders)!
📅 August 3–7
🕠 5:30–8:30 PM
📍 Woodland Middle School
🍕 Family Night
📆 Fri Aug 7, 6:30-8:30 PM
🎷 Learn to March, followed by Pizza
Then put your marching skills into action at the:
🎉 Gurnee Days Parade
📅 Saturday, August 8
⏰ Meet at WMS: 8:00 AM
🥁 Parade Step-Off: 9:30 AM
Please note the parade is on SATURDAY not Sunday. This is new this year!
Band Camp is the perfect way to prepare for an exciting marching season! Students will learn marching fundamentals and the new marching music. Camp will be held rain or shine, and even partial attendance is encouraged.
📧 Parents: Please check the emails sent by the Band Directors on May 15 or June 16 for registration information and to sign up.
We can't wait to see everyone back and ready to march! 💚🎵
Band Camp is just around the corner for all 7th & 8th graders(and qualified 6th graders)!
📅 August 3–7
🕠 5:30–8:30 PM
📍 Woodland Middle School
🍕 Family Night
📆 Fri Aug 7, 6:30-8:30 PM
🎷 Learn to March, followed by Pizza
Then put your marching skills into action at the:
🎉 Gurnee Days Parade
📅 Saturday, August 8
⏰ Meet at WMS: 8:00 AM
🥁 Parade Step-Off: 9:30 AM
Please note the parade is on SATURDAY not Sunday. This is new this year!
Band Camp is the perfect way to prepare for an exciting marching season! Students will learn marching fundamentals and the new marching music. Camp will be held rain or shine, and even partial attendance is encouraged.
📧 Parents: Please check the emails sent by the Band Directors on May 15 or June 16 for registration information and to sign up.
We can't wait to see everyone back and ready to march! 💚🎵
Gurnee Days is just a few weeks away!
Woodland is excited to once again represent #LifeintheW at the annual Gurnee Days Festival Aug. 7 & 8, 2026! Team Woodland will be joining in the community celebration by marching in the parade on Saturday at 9:30 a.m.
(Photo from Aug. 2025 Gurnee Days Parade)
LAST CHANCE TO ORDER!
Order your supply pack by July 9 to lock in the lowest prices and make sure your child has everything they need for a successful school year! This is also a fundraiser for the Woodland PTA 50 💚
Each pack is customized by grade level and approved by your child’s teachers—so you can feel confident they’ll have exactly what they need.
Ordering is simple:
1️⃣ Visit the EPI site: https://tinyurl.com/yc2pye8u
2️⃣ Enter your School ID: WOO510 (3 letters & 3 numbers)
3️⃣ Select the pack for your child’s grade (dual or mono too)
4️⃣ Relax—we’ll handle the rest!
School Supply lists can be found on the PTA website:
https://www.woodland50pta.com/schoolsupplies.html
Order your supply pack by July 9 to lock in the lowest prices and make sure your child has everything they need for a successful school year! This is also a fundraiser for the Woodland PTA 50 💚
Each pack is customized by grade level and approved by your child’s teachers—so you can feel confident they’ll have exactly what they need.
Ordering is simple:
1️⃣ Visit the EPI site: https://tinyurl.com/yc2pye8u
2️⃣ Enter your School ID: WOO510 (3 letters & 3 numbers)
3️⃣ Select the pack for your child’s grade (dual or mono too)
4️⃣ Relax—we’ll handle the rest!
School Supply lists can be found on the PTA website:
https://www.woodland50pta.com/schoolsupplies.html
Reminder: Woodland will be closed Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day. Have a happy and safe holiday weekend!
Wrapping up Summer in the W with Field Day. Due to the heat, all events were moved inside. Everyone had a blast participating in Relays, Tug of War, Team Games, Music Beats, and more! #LifeintheW
Look at these AMAZING shirts! ❤️🤍💙
Last week we posted photos and a video of our Wildcats making patriotic shirts for America's 250th Celebration. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DaDd77tR3vw/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Once the paint was dry, everyone wore their shirts to school for a special summer celebration! We love how they turned out!
(NOTE: Not every class or student is pictured!)
Last week we posted photos and a video of our Wildcats making patriotic shirts for America's 250th Celebration. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DaDd77tR3vw/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Once the paint was dry, everyone wore their shirts to school for a special summer celebration! We love how they turned out!
(NOTE: Not every class or student is pictured!)
Ms. Moy’s class had so much fun launching paper fireworks in class today!
These students built paper fireworks, then ran several testes to see how far they could launch them. The farthest one of the fireworks launched was 77 inches!!
Great work, Wildcats!
Friendship bracelets + Fourth of July Jeopardy = WSA Fun! 🐯💚☀️
Summer Adventures - Dual Language in the W! A reading activity and discussion in Spanish with Ms. Rubio, and a math game in English with Ms. Raths. #LifeintheW
Ms. Fontana's class at STEM with Ms. Wellman & Ms. Bolin!
Challenge: explore the forces of motion. Learn about potential energy, momentum, speed, force, and more as you combine these elements together to create your own ball runs!
Challenge: explore the forces of motion. Learn about potential energy, momentum, speed, force, and more as you combine these elements together to create your own ball runs!
How much are we enjoying Summer in the W? THIS MUCH!
(Students are inside today for the heat wave 🥵. This picture was taken on a bright sunny day earlier in June!)
(Students are inside today for the heat wave 🥵. This picture was taken on a bright sunny day earlier in June!)
