The Wilmot Word

Next week is teacher appreciation week. Mrs. Beane and I would like to take a moment to thank our staff for all that they do for our students each and every day. We are very fortunate to work alongside an incredible team.

The PTO has planned many wonderful activities to recognize our staff. They invite all Wilmot families to come out on Sunday and Chalk the Walk with messages for our staff!

Below are some important reminders to ensure a safe drop off each day:

• Students should not arrive prior to 8:35. At this time we have staff available to supervise students. If you arrive early, please remain with your child until the adults arrive (kindergarten adults should remain with students until the doors are opened).
• All drivers must pull all the forward in both parking lots. You should never get out of your car and leave it unattended.
• Students should exit on the passenger side of the car.
• Students and parents should use the crosswalk in both parking lots.

Dear Wilmot Guardians,

As part of our School Improvement Plan, our Strategic Planning Committee is continually looking for ways to improve our procedures and practices. One area that we will be focusing on specifically is morning drop off. It is our goal to develop clear and concise drop off procedures that will allow students a safe, smooth and timely transition into the building each day.

To do so, we will be creating a video that will be shared with all families outlining dropoff procedures. We are looking for parents and students who would be willing to participate as “actors” in the video. If you are interested in donating your time, please complete the following form linked here. Depending on the level of interest and availability, not all families may be selected.

Thank you in advance for your time,

Bonnie Pettinger

Wilmot School Social Worker

bpettinger@dps109.org

Strategic Planning Committee Leader

If you have a current K-4th grade student who is not returning to Wilmot next year, please complete the form linked below as soon as possible. This information not only supports us with making class placements but knowing your child is moving allows us to prepare for your child's transition. Prior to your child's last day at Wilmot, we will prepare all records for transfer. As a reminder, our school office will not be open during the summer months. Please complete this form even if your child is transferring to another DPS109 school.

Today 3rd grade students attended an assembly hosted by the band and orchestra teachers to see and hear the instruments available for next year! To learn more about the band and orchestra program, please visit the Instrumental Music Website and save the dates below.

Instrumental Music Open House (Virtual)

Monday, May 13th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Google Meet Link will be shared in another communication

Instrument Fitting Night at Caruso Middle School

Tuesday, May 21st 3:45 - 8:15 pm

Wednesday, May 22nd 2:45 - 7:15 pm

Thursday, May 23rd 3:45 - 8:15 pm

15 minute time slot on one evening to try three instruments!

Sign-up Genius Link will be shared in another communication

The annual PTO school supply kit sale has started. Ordering school supplies from the PTO is optional. If you would like to order school supply kits, click the link below. Kits will be delivered directly to your child's classroom for opening day. If you have any questions, please email wilmotschoolsupplies@gmail.com

Click here to see a list of school supplies for the 2024-2025 school year.

If you missed our in-person kindergarten registration, don’t worry! It’s not too late to register your kiddo for Kindergarten! Our online form is available on our registration page. Please reach out to our front office at 847-945-1075, if you have any questions.

If you have an incoming kindergartener (or a new to Wilmot 1st-5th grader) for the 2023-2024 school year it is important that you complete the registration process as soon as possible. Please note that only those students who are fully registered will receive an invitation for our spring Kindergarten Round-Up. Please spread the word. Kindergarten staffing decisions are based on the number of FULLY enrolled students.

Active K-5 students currently enrolled are NOT required to re-register annually. Early Learners Pre-K students ARE required to register for Kindergarten.

Wow, it is hard ti believe it is almost May. Our staff have helped to rework our annual May Mash-up, which brings us together with activities to support school spirit and a positive community. Click here to see the calendar of activities.

• 5/15 - Beach Day (Beachwear -No bathing suits)

Click the link below to see our New PTO Newsletter. Learn about:

• Ordering a yearbook
• Next PTO meeting is Tuesday, May 21