Monthly Archives: May 2015

Field Day 2015

Posted on May 31, 2015 by SCarlson

Mrs. Simek and Mr. Goss planned a successful morning of fun, challenge, and teamwork.  Our students rotated among a variety of field day events this past Friday.  Parent volunteers made sure everything ran smoothly.  Below are some beautiful photographs taken … Continue reading →

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Camp Wonderopolis

Posted on May 27, 2015 by SCarlson

If your family is like mine, the summer is quickly booking up.  Maybe you are signed up for baseball or another sport that runs deep into July.  Maybe you have registered for the amazing District 30 summer school program, an … Continue reading →

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Principal for the Day

Posted on May 22, 2015 by SCarlson

Fourth grade student, Vivian Wang, won “principal for the day” in the PTO staff raffle.  She provided leadership to Willowbrook School this morning.  Ms. Wang’s day began with the walking school bus and Friday flag raising.  There was a building … Continue reading →

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PARCC Changes

Posted on May 22, 2015 by SCarlson

After receiving feedback, the new Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) assessment will return next year some changes.  A press release from the IL State Board of Education can be read here.  Below is an infographic summarizing … Continue reading →

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Thank you PTO volunteers

Posted on May 15, 2015 by SCarlson

What makes a good school a “great school”?  Parent volunteers.  Willowbrook is so very fortunate to have strong parent support and involvement.  We have amazing talents and passions within our parent community.  Our students benefit greatly from these parent volunteers. … Continue reading →

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Bike to School

Posted on May 6, 2015 by SCarlson

We hosted another successful community event on Wednesday morning.  Willowbrook parent and member of District 30’s Environmental Awareness Committee, Mrs. Grace Zuercher, organized “Bike to School”.  She was joined by teacher Lainie Levin and a small group of helpful parent … Continue reading →

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