Wednesday, November 27 - Friday, November 29

• Holiday break - No school

Monday, December 2

• Winter club registration opens at 9:00 a.m.

• Spiritweek

Friday, December 6

• PTO Spiritwear Breakfast 8:10 a.m.

**We will not be sending out a WUW next week since we are on holiday break**

Dear Parents & Guardians,

As we continue through this season of gratitude, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible partnership we share. I am deeply thankful for your unwavering support and involvement, which contribute so much to the success of our school community. Your dedication to your children’s education makes all the difference.

I would also like to express my heartfelt appreciation for our amazing staff. Their hard work, passion, and commitment to nurturing and guiding our students each day is truly inspiring. I am fortunate to work alongside such a dedicated team.

Together, we are creating an environment where students can grow, learn, and thrive. Thank you for being an essential part of this partnership. Enjoy the time with your family and friends this next week.

Warm regards,

Mrs. Katie Compagno

Principal

Winter club registration opens on Monday, December 2 at 9:00 a.m. Please click here or below to learn more about.

• Keeping Kool with Miss Kamin
• Sports Club
• Rock Band Club
• Technology Club

PLEASE NOTE: Club registration will also open on the website at 9 a.m. Dec. 2 under the "Winter Clubs" tab - please be sure to bookmark this page and find the registration button under the club(s) for which you plan to register.

Click the link below to read coverage in Patch of a partnership between GBN fashion students and kindergarteners in Mrs. Baschnagel's class to create "monsters" from the children's imaginations!

Popsicle Party Challenge: This challenge returns with a friendly contest between the three schools of Northbrook/Glenview School District 30 – Wescott, Willowbrook and Maple – to see which school has the most students register for the race. The winning school will win a popsicle party for all students in May! Will Willowbrook take the title again this yearr? Game on!

Winter is finally upon us! As a friendly reminder, please send your child(ren) to school each day with the proper outdoor clothing. Recess is held outside when the wind chill is 13 F and above. Children need to be wearing a winter jacket, hat, gloves, boots, and snow pants to be allowed to play in the snow. Remember to label your children’s clothing as well!

Get ready to embark on a global journey right here in District 30! The District 30 PTOs are thrilled to invite you to our Multicultural Night on January 31 from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. at Maple School!

Multicultural Night is not just an event; it's a celebration of the rich tapestry of families that make up our vibrant community. We encourage you to be a part of this special evening by hosting a table and showcasing the unique beauty of your chosen country or culture.

Why host a table? It provides platform to share the wonders of your culture. Set up your space with engaging activities, and treat attendees to delicious ethnic snacks that represent the essence of your heritage. Consider creating eye-catching posters or trifold displays filled with fun facts about your country.

Multicultural Night serves as a window into the diverse cultures within our community, allowing students to explore and appreciate the richness that surrounds them. It's also a fantastic opportunity for families of different backgrounds to proudly showcase their heritage.

How to participate: Ready to create a memorable table with your friends? Sign up now by clicking the button below. For any questions or assistance, feel free to contact the committee chair at amandadae@gmail.com.

Let's come together, celebrate diversity, and make Multicultural Night an unforgettable experience for our District 30 family!

How to Participate: Ready to create a memorable table with your friends? Sign Up now by clicking here or the button below. For any questions or assistance, feel free to contact committee chair Sana Chaudry at s.r.chaudry@gmail.com.

Want to share your family’s culture through a student performance? Sign up your student to perform at Multicultural Night and share cultural traditions through:

• Traditional and modern dance performances

• Musical presentations (vocal or instrumental)

• Cultural demonstrations

• And more!

This enriching evening offers your children a unique opportunity to explore and celebrate the magnificent tapestry of cultures within our school community through student performances.

Ready to showcase your culture? Register your performance today! Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

As we embark on another exciting school year, we want to recognize and celebrate our staff members' incredible dedication and hard work throughout the school year.

We are launching a "Staff Shout-Out" initiative to acknowledge and appreciate their efforts. This is an opportunity for you, our valued parents and guardians, to highlight the exceptional work of any staff member who has positively impacted your child or family weekly throughout the school year.

Click the button below to submit your "Staff Shout-Out"

Please take a look at our lost & found in the foyer by the front office. It is overflowing with jackets and sweatshirts. Thank you!

A pair of apple AirPods Pro were turned into the front office. If you child is missing them please have them come to the front desk.

Quest Food Management Services offers a preorder system via myMealOrder

• The meal will consist of an entree, side, fresh fruit, and vegetable, including milk or water.
• All orders must be placed at least three days in advance.

Visit mymealorder.com to open an account, learn more about our preorder system, and view the menu. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ashley Jenkins, Food Service Director for Quest at ajenkins@questfms.com.

Want to know what's going on around the community? District 30 uses a "Virtual Backpack" to share community information while saving paper, costs, and lightening the loads our students bring home. Please click the button below to view upcoming Community Events.

Any time a student feels unsafe, any adult in their school can help!

But sometimes, students or parents wish to reach out for help in a different way or after school hours. Safe2Help Illinois offers students a safe way to share information 24/7 that might help prevent any threat to school safety, including bullying, self-harm or other serious concerns.

The goal of this program is to get students to “seek help before harm;" it is not intended to suspend, expel, or punish. Safe2Help Illinois also offers a Mental Health Toolkit that provides resources for parents and educators reinforce the components of this program.

Safe2Help Illinois offers around-the-clock help via:

• Hotline: 844-4-SAFEIL
• Text line: 72332
• Email HELP@Safe2HelpIL.com
• Plus a website full of resources for young people seeking help for themselves or a friend. Its Ways To Get Help page is a directory of specialized hotlines, and other sections of its website provide practical steps for dealing with depression or helping a distraught friend. The checklist called "20 Questions To Ask Yourself If You Feel Like Giving Up" can help older children overcome a bout of anxiety or depression.

Willowbrook School is part of Northbrook/Glenview District 30, which exists to create an inclusive community that inspires learning, fosters resiliency, and cares deeply for every child. We honor childhood and foster intellectual, physical and social-emotional growth. District 30 serves more than 1,200 students in pre-K through 8th grade across Willowbrook, Wescott and Maple Schools.

We prohibit harassment and discrimination of all forms within our district and follows all policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for all.

Main Office: 847-498-1090

Health Office: 847-400-8860

Location: 2500 Happy Hollow Road, Glenview, IL, USA

Website: district.30.org/willowbrook

Facebook: facebook.com/ngsd

Twitter: @district30