Daniel Wright
Popup Library
We've all seen how jam-packed our students' schedules are, making it tough for them to squeeze in a visit to our beloved school library. But Library Media Specialist Tabatha Otto has come up with a brilliant solution: the Pop Up Library!
Picture this as seen in these photos of students shopping for a good read: a vibrant cart brimming with captivating reads across all genres—adventure, mystery, horror, and more—right in the heart of the bustling hallway. Mrs. Otto has transformed passing periods into prime reading opportunities, ensuring that no student misses out on the magic of a good book.
"Between rushing from one class to another, students now have a moment to swing by the Pop Up Library, swap out their reads, and dive into a new adventure," shared Mrs. Otto. "It's a win-win situation for everyone involved!"
Upcoming Events
- No School: Friday, March 1, through Monday, March 4.
- Summer School: Registration opens at 6:00 p.m. Monday, March 4.
- ASA Registration: Closes Tuesday, March 12.
- Late Start: Thursday, March 14.
Your Opinion Matters
We're Almost There!
Parents, please participate by giving feedback on school climate and learning conditions at Daniel Wright through the state-administered, Illinois 5Essentials Survey.
This 10-minute survey is a great way for Daniel Wright parents to provide input into the five indicators from the survey that affect and predict school success:
Effective Leaders
Collaborative Teachers
Involved Families
Supportive Environments
Ambitious Instruction
State Chess Competition
6th-Graders
and Bolt Chinerdene
7th-Graders
and Neil Malpani
8th-Graders
and Brandon Zhang
The Daniel Wright Chess team competed this past weekend in the IESA state chess competition.
Amidst fierce competition from over 40 schools and 800 players the sixth-grade team finished sixth in state. Alex Zhou finished undefeated and earned a gold medal and was named sixth-grade state champion! Bolt Chinerdene was named first runner up earning a silver medal.
The seventh-grade team finished in seventh place. Neil Malpani and Mohammad Jawad Audi both earned bronze medals and were named second runners up.
The eighth-grade team finished in seventh place. Brandon Zhang and Frank Yuan earned bronze medals and were named second runners up.
"Please join us in congratulating our talented Chess team on their remarkable achievements at this tournament. Their hard work, determination, and sportsmanship truly embody the spirit of Daniel Wright. Well done, team!" said Coach Doug Steffens.
Gearing Up for Regionals
The Daniel Wright Science Olympiad team recently competed in back-to-back tournaments. They competed in the BirdSO virtual tournament out of Los Angeles, Calif. against 174 teams, taking fourth place. Last week, the team traveled to West Liberty, Ohio for the WLS Tournament, where the team took first place out of 45 teams. The team is busy preparing to compete at the Regionals Tournament at the College of Lake County on Saturday, March 2. The team consists of 32 students in grades 6-8. GO WARRIORS!
After School Activities Registration
Registration is now open for Spring After School Activity courses. Please use the RevTrak Web Store platform to register for all programs. Programs do fill up and are offered on a first-come-first-serve basis. Classes begin after school the week after spring break beginning April 1 and run for six weeks.
8th-Grade Health Night
Join us for Eighth-Grade Health Night on Wednesday, March 6, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the Daniel Wright Cafeteria. This workshop, led by Abraham Garcia from Youth Services of Glenview, focuses on "Building Healthy Relationships." Parents and students will learn essential skills for fostering positive adolescent relationships and effective communication with peers. RSVP is required for students. A parent or guardian must accompany the student although no RSVP is necessary for adults. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your child's well-being and strengthen family connections.
- Learn more and sign up @ https://bit.ly/49C8bud
LAST CHANCE for an Official DW Class of 2024 T-shirt!
These commemorative t-shirts have been designed with our class spirit in mind. All graduate names are listed on the back of the shirt. They are a perfect way to showcase your pride and unity as members of the Daniel Wright Junior High School Class of 2024. Order by Mar 15th. T-Shirt delivery will occur shortly after Spring Break at school. Order at https://bit.ly/3uftEcP
Upcoming Spring Sports
- Boys Volleyball - Tryouts begin March 11-13
- Track and Field - Practices begin April 1
All participants must have a physical on file with the school nurse and a permission to participate form turned in prior to the first day of tryouts/practice.
Partnerships
8th-Grade Dance - Volunteers Needed
Calling all parents of our fabulous eighth-graders! The PTO Eighth-Grade Dance Committee needs your help to make this year's dance an unforgettable experience! Whether you can lend a hand with setup on Thursday, May 16, keep the party going on Friday, May 17, or assist with clean up afterward, we'd love to have you on board. Grab your friends, sign up for multiple shifts if you can, and let's make this night one our eighth-graders will cherish forever! Sign up now at https://bit.ly/D103SignUp
Register Now for D103 5K Run
Over 250 individuals are registered already for the Run for D103 5K Run/Walk. Cost is $30 per runner. Group rates and family sponsorships are also available. Learn more and register at runford103.org for the Saturday, May 18, event!
Community News
Parks Improvement Survey
Art Contest
The Art in the Shire exhibit and contest is an amazing opportunity for Daniel Wright students. All participating artists will have their work displayed alongside the artwork of local artists in an exhibit this spring. Top place winners will receive prizes. The deadline to submit artwork is Tuesday, March 5. Please reach out to Mrs. Gettleman (lgettleman@d103.org) or Mrs. Graham (ngraham@d103.org) with any questions.
Feeder LaCrosse Camp
Stevenson High School invites girls interested in playing Lacrosse to take part in their clinic during the month of April. Register now on the SHS website.
Band and Orchestra Clinic
American Youth Symphony Orchestra offers immersive and inspirational clinics for middle school and high school bands with some of Chicago’s top musicians & performers.
Attention Hockey Players
Stevenson High School is offering a development hockey skills sessions for incoming eighth-graders in preparation for the fall hockey season with a focus on building strength, skills, and chemistry in teammates.
Music Camp
Chicago Summer Music Camp is accepting applications. Summer lessons are also offered at the American Music Institute.
Daniel Wright Information
- Daniel Wright Calendar of Events
- Daily School Announcements
- Archived Newsletters
- YouTube
- Kendra Perri, Principal
- Dr. Nina Nusbaum, Assistant Principal
- Dr. Susan Baker, Assistant Principal
- 847-604-5280
- Dw_attendance@d103.org
Principals