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Wasco Weekly

THE STRENGTH OF THE WOLF IS ITS PACK

Wasco Weekly THE STRENGTH OF THE WOLF IS ITS PACK

Wasco Weekly

March 28, 2025

Preparations for our annual Wasco School Talent Show are underway! Auditions have already begun, and we're amazed by the incredible range of talents our students are showcasing. This year's spectacular event will be held at the Marquee Theatre. Our talented lineup includes comedians who will have you laughing, young songwriters sharing their original compositions, theatre performers bringing characters to life, and many more extraordinary acts!


We invite you to join us for this special celebration of our students' diverse talents. Your presence and encouragement mean the world to our young performers as they bravely share their gifts on stage. Mark your calendars and come cheer on your Wasco friends as they shine in the spotlight.

Use the link above to reserve your seat!

Last week, our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students began their Illinois Assessment of Readiness testing. As I visited classrooms during these important assessments, I was filled with immense pride watching our students rise to the challenge.


During each testing session, our students showed focus and determination. They are engaging deeply with complex reading passages, thoughtfully answering questions, and crafting detailed written responses to demonstrate their understanding. The level of concentration and effort I've witnessed is truly impressive – our students are working extremely hard!


I've been particularly struck by their stamina. Many students were reading intently for extended periods. Their dedication certainly deserves recognition – and yes, plenty of recess time to recharge! Thank you for your continued support at home. After Spring Break, our students start the state testing for math


Important Upcoming Dates

Mar 31-April 4: Spring Break (No school)

April 7: School Resumes

April 10: Talant Show at Marquee Youth Stage 6:00pm

April 28: Orchestra Concert at Thompson

April 30: Early Release @ 2:35pm

Nutritional Thoughts from Organic Life

There’s a lot of information out there about how to build healthy eating habits. Here are some of the top tips for helping your student get a strong start:

· Establish a diet that is high in fiber, avoids sugar, and includes calcium-rich foods

· Keep breakfast on the menu

· Offer healthy snacks and colorful food

· Drink plenty of water

Congratulations to Christopher Pettit!

Congratulations to Christopher Pettit, Orchestra teacher at Bell Graham and Wasco, who was presented with the Bob Haisman Early Career Teacher of the Year Award by the Illinois Education Association (IEA) during the Representative Assembly (RA). The IEA award recipients were nominated and chosen for their awards by their peers, and the Bob Haisman Award recognizes early career teachers who are in their first 10 years of teaching.


Pettit expressed that his favorite part of District 303 are his colleagues and team, including the Orchestra team, the Instrumental team, and the more expansive Music and Arts team. “My colleagues are the best…and everyone I work with daily. We have such supportive, talented, and hard-working people serving our community.”


Read about the 2025 IEA RA award winners here https://trst.in/nypU8u

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Coming soon...After School Enrichment!

After School Enrichment will be held at Wasco Elementary School April 21st-24th from 3:30-4:30. Registration will open on April 7th via Pushcoin. Classes are $3/class/student. There will be a Signup Genius coming out for parent volunteers soon.

STEM Night on Tuesday, April 22nd from 5:30 till 7pm at Wredling Middle School.

STEM Night on Tuesday, April 22nd
(Click here for more information)

District 303 Partners With GPS Parent Series

District 303 is proud to partner with the Glenbard Parent Series (GPS) to offer our families broader access to information sessions and resources that support their child’s development.


For decades, GPS has been offering free programs that aim to empower and strengthen families, individuals and communities. As a partner organization, District 303 will support promoting upcoming programs and their importance to our local community.

Ways to receive Wasco News

  • The Principal sends a weekly newsletter on Fridays

  • Wasco Elementary has a Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/WascoElementarySchool

  • Twitter account: @WascoD303

  • Join Membership Toolkit on the PTO site for ways to connect with parent community

Attention Parents!


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Office Contact Emails:

candace.thoke@d303.org

heather.kudabeck@d303.org

stephanie.brennan@d303.org

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