The Weekly District Newsletter is Back! Welcome letter from Dr. Machak, Back-to-School events and information, Gurnee Days, and more. https://www.smore.com/pg1u3
Yesterday, district and school administrators were surprised by a pop-up performance from some of our Woodland Middle School band members to kickoff a day of training and collaboration.
The students did a great job, and by the end of the performance we were clapping, tapping, dancing along - and energized for a full day of important work. If you want to see the WMS Marching Band in action, come see them at the Gurnee Days Parade on Aug. 13 🥁🎺🎷
Woo-hoo!!! It's August, and that means "Back-to-School" preparations are underway. If you are looking for information regarding the start of the 2023-2024 School Year, please visit the "Back-to-School-Headquarters" page on the district website.
You will find information about the first day of school, welcome letters from your school principal, upcoming events, and more! Skyward Family Access is set to open back up on Aug. 10 so that you can see your child's teacher (and schedule for WMS).
We will be updating this page as needed as we make our way toward the start of the school year. Stay tuned!
On Wednesday, Aug. 2, all four Woodland school offices will be closed from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. so that our school administrators and office staff have the opportunity to participate in professional development. This training is also available to our district office colleagues, which may temporarily limit our availability to respond to questions and requests. We appreciate your patience and look forward to a great school year ahead!
Spotted: Woodland's four school principals planning for the return of staff and students in August!
Back to School communication will ramp back up this week. Keep an eye on your email or text messages for important information and updates as we make our way to the start of the 2023-2024 school year. #LifeintheW
Come visit the Woodland D50 table at the Back-to-School Resource Fair at the Warren Newport Public Library! We are happy to see so many community partners and district families at the event today.
Woodland Welcomes new Assistant Principals to the team!
To provide additional support to the students and staff at Woodland Middle School, two new Assistant Principal positions were added, and one Assistant Principal vacancy was filled. Joining the team at WMS this year is Mr. Derrick Williamson, Ms. Lourdes Marrero, and Mr. Robert Taterka. Each new AP brings diverse and extensive educational experiences to #LifeintheW and Woodland is excited to welcome them to our team!
Let's hear it for the Woodland D50 Tech Team! They are hard at work preparing all the new Chromebooks to be deployed to students when school starts. #LifeintheW
Look at all the fun we are having at the library this summer!
Cuentacuentos y Manualidades at the Warren-Newport Public Library in Gurnee.
Woodland Dual Language Teachers are partnering with the Warren Newport Public Library to bring you storytelling, singing, dancing, and crafts in Spanish.
There are a few sessions left! No registration necessary, just drop in.
Cuentacuentos: Mondays, 6 - 6:45 p.m, June 12 - August 7.
Manualidades: Fridays, 1 - 1:45, June 9, June 16, July 14, July 21, July 28, Aug. 4
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Thank you for the great questions and thoughtful conversation at the first Superintendent Meet and Greet! We met Tuesday afternoon at the Grandwood Park Park District and talked about Safety, Belonging, the new Strategic Plan, PBIS, Technology and Social Emotional Learning - among other things.
Two more opportunities this week to meet with Dr. Machak to discuss whatever is on your mind, and ask all your Back-to-School questions.
Wednesday, July 19
Warren-Newport Public Library
4 - 5 p.m.
Thursday, July 20
Park City Teen Center
5 - 6 p.m.
A warm Woodland welcome to Jared Reardon! Mr. Reardon is the new Principal at Woodland Elementary. He is looking forward to a great school year and meeting all of our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders in a few weeks. In the meantime, you can read his introduction letter to learn more about him. #LifeintheW
English: https://5il.co/1yymo
Spanish: https://5il.co/1yymn
Woodland D50 is excited to announce that Sheri Styczen has joined #LifeintheW as our new Director of Technology & Innovation. Welcome to the team!
We need your help! We are creating another AWESOME Woodland float for the Gurnee Days parade, and we want to get our Wildcats involved.
Last year staff members and families "adopted an animal" for the Woodland Zoo (second picture), and this year we are creating a Rock and Roll float!
Take a look at the albums and props available, and claim your selection by the end of the week! Or you can tell us which album you would like to create instead. We will provide the materials, and then you and your family can get creative from there. (More information HERE: https://www.smore.com/asmng )
We look forward to seeing you at the Gurnee Days parade on Sunday, August 13 #LifeintheW
Superintendent Meet and Greet Events - July 18, 19 & 20
Join Dr. Machak for a conversation about your priorities for your child's education, the upcoming school year, the newly adopted Strategic Plan, or anything else that is on your mind. There is no set agenda for these meetings, and you are welcome to drop in at your convenience.
Dates and Time: https://www.smore.com/asmng
Purchase your WMS P.E. Uniform Before School Starts!
This year at WMS, students are required to have both a Woodland PE shirt as well as Woodland PE shorts. These items are on sale now so that you can complete your purchase before the start of school. IF YOUR STUDENT ALREADY HAS A SHIRT OR SHORTS FROM A SIBLING OR A PREVIOUS YEAR THAT FIT - YOU DO NOT NEED TO PURCHASE ANYTHING NEW! Only order if your student no longer has a shirt and/or shorts that fit. Shirts are $5 and Shorts are $10. https://www.smore.com/8jfk6
Looking for the School Supply Lists for the 2023-2024 School Year? Visit the PTA website to find lists for each grade level. https://www.woodland50pta.com/schoolsupplies.html
After you find the supply list you need on the PTA's website, give them a follow on Facebook too.
To follow this recipe, you will need a few scoops of Science and Math! The Wildcat Summer Adventures 4th-7th grade classes partnered to do some baking today. Thank you to Arbor for sharing your ovens with our pastry chefs. #LifeintheW
Wishing all of our #LifeintheW friends and family a safe and happy 4th of July! The district will be closed on Tuesday, July 4 in observance of the holiday.
Officer Hansen stopped by Wildcat Summer Adventures for a meet and greet with students. We learned all about what a School Resource Officer (SRO) does, and the students had so many fun questions for her. Thank you Officer Hansen and the Gurnee Police Department for being such great community partners!
The Board of Education approved the hiring of Mr. Jared Reardon as the new principal of Woodland Elementary. Jared comes to Woodland with six years of elementary administrative experience, including serving the past three years as assistant principal of W.C. Petty Elementary School in Antioch School District 34, as well as an elementary school principal in Lockport, IL. Mr. Reardon lives in the district, and he is excited to join the #LifeintheW team starting on July 3, 2023.
