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Author Archives: SCarlson
Summer Reading
Research has shown that kids who do not read regularly over the summer can lose up to 3 months of progress. Think about that cumulative reading loss over the course of elementary school! We think it is very important that … Continue reading
Dance Party!
The Willowbrook PTO provided our school with another incredible artist-in-residence experience this week. We hosted 2 dance artists from the Old Town School of Folk Music. Over the course of 3 days, these artists worked with each grade level on … Continue reading
Thank you parent volunteers
This afternoon, the Willowbrook Staff and I held our annual “tea” to thank the many parent volunteers who have contributed to our strong school community. Willie the Wildcat was on hand to pass out small thank you gifts. Our PTO … Continue reading
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Principal for the morning
This year’s “principal for the morning” was third grader Mia Michael. She performed her duties faithfully. The morning began with Principal Michael and I taking the South Loop of the Walking School Bus. She delivered a couple of successful jokes … Continue reading
Butterfly Garden
Our 1st grade students had an opportunity to help plant a beautiful new garden in the front of the school today. A butterfly garden was brought to Willowbrook School courtesy of the district’s Environmental Awareness Committee. Committee representative Melanie Roth … Continue reading
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A window into the classroom
More than ever, teachers are providing parents with a window into the classroom with social media and other web-based applications. Many teachers are empowering their students to contribute or direct aspects of the classroom communication. Students are motivated by working … Continue reading
A special student recognition
A very special student and his talented Willowbrook teaching team was recognized at the North Suburban Special Education District’s Leadership Council Meeting tonight. Second grader Jonathan Ortega and his teachers Brittany Brown, Lauren Randazzo, and Ann Angel were presented with … Continue reading
Grade 4 Energy Vlogs
Our 4th grade students explored renewable and non renewable resources in their most recent science unit. Among other learning standards, this activity was aligned with Next Generation Science Standard 4-ESS3-1. Obtain and combine information to describe that energy and fuels … Continue reading
IPA Student Recognition Breakfast
Mia Hermann and her parents joined me yesterday at the 8th annual Student Recognition Breakfast of the North Cook Region of the Illinois Principals Association. The event was held at the Metropolis Ballroom in Arlington Heights. We enjoyed music from … Continue reading
Coping with Grief
You may have read my parent letter or heard the sad news from a friend. Two of our 4th graders lost their mother yesterday. I am not surprised by the immediate compassion and care our community has shown. I know … Continue reading
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