Wasco Weekly

Dear Wasco Families,

We are thrilled to announce some exciting upcoming events that celebrate the hard work of our students and foster a deeper appreciation for the time and talents within our learning community. These events are not only an opportunity to showcase the achievements of our students but also provide time for families and students to come together as a community to support and uplift one another.

In the picture above you can see our music teacher, Miss Zima, practicing speaking lines with a third-grade student as they prepare for their upcoming music showcase, titled “It's a Musical World.” Also, our fifth grade will be hosting a Fine Arts Night, demonstrating the learning from both our Music and Art Department. This time of the year goes by fast with summative assessments and planning for next year, but these events and celebrations help us pause and reflect on the growth of our students!

Thank you for your attention to our weekly parent news, as there will be more events coming soon.

Kind Regards,

Principal Brennan

stephanie.brennan@d303.org

331-228-6294

Placements for next year's incoming 4th grade students who qualified for AT Math/AT ELA and incoming 6th grade students who qualified for Accelerated Math, AT and Infinity Gifted Programming have been completed. Families of students who have been placed in these pathways have been contacted via email. Parents/Guardians whose student was not identified and feels their student should be considered for one of these placements is welcome to complete a Request for Appeal by March 15. The appeal process is outlined in the link along with contact information for our Gifted Coordinator if you have questions.

March 10: PTO Bowling Event

March 19: 3rd Grade Music Program at Wasco @ 6:00pm

March 20: Early Release @ 2:10pm

March 25 - March 29: Spring Break

April 1: School Resumes

April 19: No School for students-School Improvement Day

April 24: Early Release @ 2:10pm

The District 303 Board has approved boundary maps for elementary, middle, and high schools. Maps are effective with the 2024-2025 school year beginning this fall. The Board's decision completes a process that began last fall to reduce school overcrowding and help to ensure equitable learning experiences across the District. District 303 had contracted with demographer RSP & Associates to create concept maps based on Board-approved guiding principles and community feedback. Please see the parent notice from Superintendent Gordon to learn more and review the approved maps.

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