We kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month in the Elementary Library today! These second grade dual language students are excited about all the books we have that portray, affirm, and celebrate the Hispanic cultural experience.
School Picture Day is Coming Soon! Elementary Picture Day, Sept. 20
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Board of Education President Anna Chang-Yen, and Board Member Brianna Powvens, recently attended the Rotary Club of Gurnee. They were invited to give a presentation about the Roles & Responsibilities of a school board/school board members. They also shared information about why they decided to serve the community in this role, provided updates about the school district and Woodland's new Five-Year Strategic Plan, and explained what it means to be part of #LifeintheW. We appreciate these Community Partnerships!
Our Operations & Facilities Department is amazing. Excited to have two new leaders join us to support our schools, staff and district. Please join us in welcoming Phillip Churchill and Adam Halperin to #LifeintheW. Welcome aboard!
Honoring those who lost their lives and the heroes who responded by teaching this history to our students who weren't born yet. Pictured here are students in Mr. Lakemacher's class making remembrance posters and reflecting on the tragic events that we promised to Never Forget. Today we remember the innocent lives lost, and the many lives that were forever changed on Sept. 11, 2001.
We are beyond happy to have our Wildcats back in the library!
These first graders are loving the books they checked out today at the Elementary Library today!
During a visit to Mrs. Hansen's 1st grade class for morning meeting, Ms. Blasius thinks she might know the answer to the Joke of the Day!
What do cows like to do on the weekends?
The answer: Go to the MOOOOOOvies. 🤣
There are still opportunities to join the #LifeintheW team! The school year is off to a great start, but we have a few more openings in key positions.
Take a look and apply today:
https://www.applitrack.com/dist50/OnlineApp/default.aspx
We are also recruiting for our Parent Mentor Program. The program has expanded and now serves Primary, Elementary, and Intermediate!
Learn More: https://www.dist50.net/page/parent-mentor-program
Long weekend ahead!!! Any fun plans?
REMINDER:
Friday, Sept. 1 is a SIP Day and Early Release for Students
Monday, Sept. 4 the District is closed for the Labor Day holiday
Early release times are as follows:
Primary: 10:40 a.m.
Elementary: 10:50 a.m.
Middle: 11:35 a.m.
Intermediate: 12:20 p.m.
The full schedule of SIP Days and other important events & holidays can be found on the District Calendar (revised and approved in March 2023) HERE: https://5il.co/1uc3z
UPDATED: Excessive Heat Warning.
Woodland D50 will move to an Early Release for ALL Woodland schools on Wednesday and Thursday. Additional Information HERE: https://www.smore.com/rs4mt
Elementary Staff having fun at the PBIS Kick Off today!
Please read this important message from Woodland D50 regarding the Extreme Heat Advisory in effect for our area in the coming days. The safety of our staff and students is our top priority, so here are a few precautionary measures we will be taking - LEARN MORE: https://www.smore.com/bxrzm
Aug 21 - Back to School Parking Elementary Meet and Greet/Back to School Night 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM & 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Looking forward to seeing you!
Woodland Elementary Meet and Greet Back to School Day - monday, August 21st
Join us for Popsicles with the Principals! Come have a cool treat with your Woodland friends on the playground, and celebrate school starting next week.
Woodland Elementary, Aug. 16, 3 - 5 p.m.
Woodland Intermediate, Aug. 17, 3 -5 p.m.
We can't wait to see you!
We had an absolute blast at Gurnee Days this weekend! Our super 70's "Woodland Rocks" float looked great thanks to all the helpers who pitched in to create props, and the @WMS Marching Band added music to the "Celebration!" (Kool & the Gang) #LifeintheW
Happening Now: Medication Drop-Off
Medication Drop-Off for ALL schools will be on Monday, Aug. 14 at Woodland Middle School from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 3 - 7 p.m.
Nurses and health assistants from each school are here to take medications, physicals, vaccine forms and discuss health needs with parents ahead of the "meet and greet" days. We wanted to make it a one-stop event for families with children in multiple schools.
Parents are strongly encouraged to drop off medication today if at all possible!
Mr. Reardon and Mr. Fuhrer at the Rib Fest Contest!
Welcome to our newest Wildcats to Woodland Elementary! We are so excited you are joining us! #LifeintheW