Wasco Weekly

Please click on the link below to access the Returning Student Registration. This is required for all students attending D303 for the 24-25 School Year. This includes current 5th graders going off to middle school and boundary change students. Please note, it will still say Wasco as your students school until June. If your student is not coming back, please notify us by sending an email to: heather.kudabeck@d303.org

The elementary school intra-district transfer request window opens on May 15, 2024.

The application form will be available on the Intra-District Transfer web page.

May 20: Donuts With Grown Ups- 5th Grade (sign up below)

May 22: M.A.P.L.E.fest! (See ad below)

May 27: No School- Memorial Day

May 30: Last Day of School

Wasco’s Field Day is Wednesday, May 22nd. We are working together as a Music, Art, P.E., LRC, and Empower team to provide a fun-filled day of activities. We need volunteers to run and assist with stations for our grade-level sessions. Your job will include working with other parent volunteers to lead the Field Day games and assist with Field Day activities. Please note that our volunteer opportunities are limited and are on a first come basis. The activities on Sign-Up Genius are listed by grade levels (Grades K-2 from 8:15 a.m.-10:30 a.m., Grades 3-5 from 12:20-3:00 p.m.).The start times above include sign-in at the office and a brief volunteer meeting prior to the start of the event. May 15th is the last day to sign up.

Since Field Day is a special day for Wasco students, please make childcare arrangements for younger siblings.

In case of rain or wet fields, the event will be rescheduled for Tuesday, May 28. A new Sign-Up Genius will be sent out to volunteer for our rain date.

Should you have additional questions, please contact the Physical Education teachers, Mrs. Julie Misner at julie.misner@d303.org or Mr. Joe Secor at Joseph.secor@d303.org.

What is it?

The ABC Challenge is a way to continue to encourage and celebrate learning as we wrap our year up. Each day is a theme related to a letter of the alphabet. The theme can be an activity, a focus for the day, or a dress-up day.

When does it start?

We will start with the letter A next Tuesday, April 23. There is a day set aside after "Z" to wear Wasco or Thompson wear on the last day.

Name and Position:

Shannon Martin: Co-President

Tell us a little bit about you:

I grew up in Illinois and after moving around different places, I landed back in IL. I have a degree in Social Work and am currently back in school pursuing a degree in Early Childhood & Elementary Education. I am a mother of 2 girls Jordan and Mckenzie, and we have 1 on the way that will be here in August! We also have 3 dogs and a lot going on most of the time. I love house plants and flowers.

How long have you been a member of the Wasco Community? What are your current students' grade levels?

We have lived in the community for 4 years, and we have been a part of the Wasco school community for 3 years. Jordan is currently in 2nd grade.

What would the Wasco Community be surprised to learn about you?

I like golfing and 90% of the time I’m listening to 90’s alternative music in the car.

What are some things your family does for fun?

We love to travel, spend time outdoors, watch movies, and spend time with our family & friends.

Is there a quote or saying that you live your life by?

"Sometimes I'll start a sentence, and I don't even know where it's going. I just hope I find it along the way. Like an improv conversation. An improversation."

-Michael Scott

Name and Position:

Brittni Harrington Co-Vice President

Tell us a little bit about you:

I grew up not too far from here in Batavia. We have lived in the area for about 7 years now. If I have free time between school activities and sports you can find me reading, crafting, starting a new home project or tending to the one too many chickens we have.

How long have you been a member of the Wasco Community? What are your current students' grade levels?

I have been involved at Wasco for 2 years now. I have 2 Boys, Brayden who is in 1st grade currently and Landyn who is about 2 ½.

What would the Wasco Community be surprised to learn about you?

I am a thrill-seeker, if it sounds crazy, I’ll try it. Next on my list is sky diving this summer!

What are some things your family does for fun?

Our family loves an adventure, you can find us by the pool during the summer, or fishing at Brayden’s favorite spot, camping or taking a trip to the city for a sporting event or to visit one of the many museums.

Is there a quote or saying that you live your life by?

“Life is tough my darling, but so are you” – Stephanie Bennett Henry

Is there anything else that you would like to share with the Wasco Community so that we can get to know you better?

I am looking forward to creating a fun inclusive environment throughout the PTO. Community is a big thing at Wasco and I believe we can build on what has already been laid out to create something bigger and better!

We are in the home stretch--summer is right around the corner! As you begin to fill up your summer with activities and vacations, you should consider our very own D303 Summer Strings Camp!

This camp will be for orchestra students who are currently in grades 3 - 8. Camp will be June 17,18, 20 and June 24, 25, 26 and 27 in the evenings at Thompson Middle School.

Please visit the link in Pushcoin for more details! Questions? Ask your orchestra teacher or email the Director, Angie Wifler at angela.wifler@d303.org

One Wednesday per month, students will have an early release and dismissal will occur at 2:10pm. Please refer to the district website.

If possible, please make sure to notify the teacher and the office if your student is leaving early.

Absences should be called in by 7:45 AM if your child will be absent for any portion of the day. The number is 331-228-2900 and has voicemail. You can call during the evening or overnight and leave a message. Please leave your child’s name, their teacher's name and the reason why your child is out. If they are ill, please indicate their symptoms. You are also welcome to email absence information to Candy Thoke in the main office at candace.thoke@d303.org.

When using the drop off lane, please drive all the way forward so that we can load/unload as many cars as possible. Please stay in your car. If you wish to get out and load your child, you are welcome to park in the lot. By following this procedure, we can expedite everyone’s waiting times in the car lane.

• 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!

Please be mindful of communications coming from “donotreply@d303.org”. This is the email address for our school newsletters and our all school emails. If you reply to this email address it will not be forwarded to office staff.

Office Contact Emails:

candace.thoke@d303.org

heather.kudabeck@d303.org

stephanie.brennan@d303.org

Email: heather.kudabeck@d303.org
Website: https://district.d303.org/
Location: 4N782 School Street, Wasco, IL, USA
Phone: 331-228-2900