The preschool programming at Maercker D60 is an incredible way for young learners to get a start on their educational journey! While learning things like letters and numbers happens, the most important part of these programs is teaching children how to work with others, how to share, and how to get used to the daily routines of the school day.
Did you know that children can join early childhood programs at Maercker D60 after they turn three, even if it’s during the school year? Students are able to learn important life skills, take advantage of play-based learning, and get guidance from our incredible teachers and support staff in a supportive environment!
We love seeing our students getting creative and working together! #d60learns
Next week we have parent teacher conferences and Thanksgiving Break with no regular student attendance all week. Thank you to all of our D60 families for entrusting our team with your child’s education!
At Westview Hills, sixth grade language arts classes worked with Mrs. Novotny in the library and creation station to create figurative language videos and comic strips. They created QR codes for their videos, and then spent some class time scanning the QR codes to watch all the videos. Check out their work in this cool highlight reel: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGWT4NpRzQ/ec6SdLEW8kBSqYFzhYitzg/watch?utm_content=DAGWT4NpRzQ&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor
Since launching in the 2024-25 school year, 112 staff members have received 182 Gold Standard recognitions from colleagues and parents!
The leadership team reviewed all submissions since the last Board Meeting and recognized 5 staff members who have gone above and beyond in demonstrating the Gold Standard. These incredible educators were surprised in their classrooms and celebrated with their students.
A big congratulations to the following October Gold Standard bearers:
- Sandra Nessinger - 3rd Grade Teacher at Maercker
- Rayna Peterson - Special Education Teacher at Holmes
- Sara Purgatorio - School Nurse at Westview Hills
- Stacey Repp - Differentiation Specialist at Maercker
- Elizabeth Valtman - Differentiation Specialist at Holmes
We'll be sharing more about these amazing educators soon!
Today is National Education Support Professionals Day, which honors the contributions of school support employees. Every member of the D60 team makes an impact on our schools and our students and we are so thankful that you are here!
There is nothing quite like a creative classroom selfie! #d60learns
Students at Holmes celebrated Native American Heritage month by creating murals after reading We Are The Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom. Students were tasked with painting water and talked about its importance to daily life! #D60learns
The first grade classes also teamed up to learn about and celebrate Diwali. Special guests read a book about Diwali in both English and Hindi, and answered students’ questions. Everybody had a great time getting creative making pretend diyas, which are oil lanterns. This idea that arose from student discussion that they wanted to learn about lots of holidays even if their family doesn’t celebrate some of them, because many people we care about do celebrate them! #d60learns
Don’t forget that tomorrow (Wednesday, Nov. 20) is an early release day! This will be the last time we remind you on social media since you have all done so well.
Earlier this month, parent volunteers visited a dual language kindergarten classroom to talk about the significance and history of Diwali. Students listened to a story in both English and Spanish and then created their own beautiful versions of rangoli and lit diyas. It was a wonderful cultural experience for our young bilingual learners! #d60learns
Sixth grade students submitted their writing to the Indian Prairie Public Library Write-On Competition, and we are proud to announce that we had three winners from Westview Hills! These students will be awarded a cash prize, and have the opportunity to attend an evening with author Misa Sugiura at Indian Prairie on Nov. 19
Congratulations to:
Joana K
Zuzanna S.
Hope L. (not pictured)
Last week, students and staff at Westview Hills honored those who served our country and learned about Veterans Day. Thank you to all of the veterans and community members who joined us for this great event! #d60learns
The 2024-25 school year is flying by! Today marks the end of the first trimester, watch for more information on grades and progress coming from schools.
Today is School Board Members Day in Illinois! The members of the D60 Board of Education are the voice of the community in governing our district and continuing the mission and vision of our district. We are grateful for their commitment and dedication!
First graders are learning about nouns and verbs, so they created sentences with a friend picking one noun and one verb. They got to act out their action word on the green screen to create a class movie of nouns and verbs to bring their learning to life! #d60learns
STEM activities are a great way to introduce young learners to science, technology, engineering and math. Students in Maercker D60 preschool programs get to explore, create, and learn every day! #d60learns
This week is National School Psychology Week! This week celebrates the contributions of school psychologists and the important role they play in schools and communities. Thank you to all of amazing professionals that are doing this important work!
There is one more week to place your orders through the Maercker PTA’s Spirit Shop! Ordering closes on Thursday, Nov. 21 so get those orders in.
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