8/23/24
Our first full week is in the books and we are off to a great start! In our leadership meeting this morning, the teachers expressed how much they like their classes and I am so proud of our new office staff. I have always been a change person because it creates growth opportunities. We are growing as a staff!
Upcoming Dates:
8/26 6th Grade Curriculum Night - 7-8:30 p.m.
8/27- Early Release- Students dismissed at 1:30 PM
8/28- Picture Day
8/28 7th & 8th Grade Curriculum Night - 7-8:30 p.m.
9/2- No School
Woodlawn Attendance
If your Woodlawn student is going to miss school for any reason, please call the Woodlawn main office to report the absence. You can talk to Mrs. Herzog. We ask that you do not email because we want to hear from an adult. Thank you for your support.
Picture Day
This Wednesday, August 28th is Picture Day. We will be taking photos during our PE classes. Picture day make-ups will be on October 18th. (Just in case your child takes a picture that could become an internet hit and you don’t want that memory) Your student was given a flyer, but here is a copy...just in case.
Middle School Health Letter
Please click HERE to access the 24-25 Health Education letter.
D96 Music Boosters
Band & Orchestra parents, check out the boosters blog!
Erin’s Law
An Illinois law known as Erin’s Law requires schools to implement an age-appropriate sexual assault and abuse awareness/prevention curriculum for Kindergarten through Grade 12.
Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96 researched and observed best practices and programs for delivering this instruction, selecting Be Seen & Heard ©. For more information about this presentation please go to www.victorpacini.com/peace-of-mind-2
This developmentally appropriate and interactive program focuses on teaching children skills to keep them safe from danger or abuse. Concepts discussed will include distinguishing safe from unsafe touches, safety rules at home and school, saying NO, safe/unsafe secrets, and telling a trusted adult, as well as reinforcing that an adult’s touching him or her is not the child’s fault.
Opt-Out Procedures
The presentation to Woodlawn students will be during the school day on September 11, 2024. If you prefer that your child does not attend this prevention education session, please submit your written request or your questions to Greg Grana [email protected].
Curriculum Night
6th Grade Curriculum Night: Monday, August 26th
Please meet Mr. Bays & me in the Woodlawn Gym for a presentation at 7 p.m..
Please bring a copy of your child’s schedule or snap a picture of it.
7th and 8th Grade Curriculum Night: Wednesday, August 28th
Please meet Mr. Bays and Mr. Grana in the Woodlawn Gym for a presentation at 7 p.m.
Please bring a copy of your child’s schedule.
Cross Country
Our season is off to a quick start!! The first practice for our cross country team is Monday, August, 26th from 3:15-4 pm.
Please take a look at the XC packet to find...
-Team expectations and useful information on practices and meets
-2024 competition schedule
-Concussion Waiver & Parent permission form (both need to be completed and turned in to Coach Berry before first practice)
Hope to see your athlete at practice on Monday!
Basketball & Soccer Teams
Michael Jordan was cut from his high school basketball team (not completely true…he didn’t make the varsity as a Sophomore) but your child has a GREAT opportunity to be on our Girls' Basketball Team! We are looking for any Woodlawn girls who are interested in playing, and the best news is that they do not need any experience. If your daughter is interested, contact Mrs. Schneider asap! [email protected] We need a bunch of players.
Soccer is also looking for 2 more girls to complete their roster. If your daughter is interested in joining the soccer team, please contact Mr. Nuebling asap. [email protected]
Sports Physicals- Please Read
Any 6th, 7th, or 8th Grade student interested in Cross Country, Girl's Basketball, or Soccer must have a current Sports Physical to try out or participate. Now is a great time for families to check and get everything in order.
If you have any questions about your child’s current Sports Physical, please contact Denise Kaufmann [email protected]
Daily Announcements
Click here for the Woodlawn Daily Announcements.
Finally, I remember being a young kid and my dad driving past a high school baseball game. One day, knowing that I always had questions about the high school team, he decided to stop with me and watch a few innings. It was the coolest thing I had ever seen. Tons of fans, the players looked like professionals, and the uniforms were the most amazing things I could imagine. I knew at that moment that I wanted to wear the uniform of our high school team. Leading into the spring of my freshman year, I was ready to try out and give it my best shot. As a baseball player, I thought that I was decent, but I worked extremely hard to make the team. Fortunately, when I made the team it felt great, practicing with the best guys from all around our town and representing our school. The day they handed out the hats and uniforms, was such a meaningful day. I cannot begin to tell you how much pride I felt. It was the first time my long-term goal was realized. I have been so fortunate in life. Continuing to dream big, I set one goal after another and am now at the point of wondering, what can I accomplish next? My hope is that every one of our students finds their passion is able to reach out and grab their dreams. Wherever it may start, there is an opportunity for growth and success. The next time you drive by a Little League baseball or softball field, know that a dream might be forming. It may not develop into becoming a major league baseball or softball player, but it could be someone who is building a dream.
Have a great weekend!