Community Partners

Woodland D50 understands that it truly "takes a village" to support this wonderful learning community! We appreciate the many community partners that help support Woodland staff and students, as well as supplement Woodland programs.

Woodland PTA

The Woodland PTA is an amazing group of parents and community members who are dedicated to supporting the Woodland learning community. Learn more about joining the PTA, getting involved in planning or volunteering for an event, or donating to the Woodland PTA on their website.

PTA Event: Dunkfest! Five school aged boys pose for a photo with a basketball after participating in a basketball contest

Woodland Educational Foundation

The Woodland Foundation is back! The Foundation helps support Woodland teachers and students by providing funding to bring innovative projects, programs, and supplemental learning materials to the classroom. The 501C (3) organization consists of dedicated volunteers looking to enhance the educational opportunities available to the Woodland learning community. For more information about the Foundation, upcoming events, volunteering, or donating to the Foundation, please visit their website HERE.

Woodland Foundation Logo

Woodland Wildcat Music Boosters

The Wildcat Music Boosters is a non-profit volunteer organization which supports the Woodland Middle School music department. The goal of the Boosters is to raise funds and organize volunteers to support the students in band and choir to get items they may need, as well as fund scholarships, music summer camps, and any travel costs. For more information, to volunteer, or see how else you can support the Wildcat Music Boosters, visit their page on the Woodland website. 


Local Service Agencies

Warren Township Youth & Family Services
As a part of your community for over 40 years, Youth and Family Services is committed to programming that supports the emotional and mental health of children, parents and families. We provide parent education, after-school programs and high quality counseling services. Learn More.

Warren Newport Public Library
The Warren Newport Public Library has a wide range of services for the community. Learn more about resources, events, training and support offered through the library.

United Way of Lake County 211
211 is a free, confidential, 24-hour information and referral helpline connecting individuals and families in need with access to available health and human services. 211 is Lake County's one-stop-shop for help! Find it HERE.

Lake County residents can connect to a wide range of services by phone or text, and an expert navigator will guide them to the help they need, regardless of the time of day, the language they speak, or where they live.

Childcare Options

Champions at Woodland!
Champions offers flexible, affordable care for your family throughout the school year, and they are conveniently located on Woodland School Campuses. They also provide coverage during winter breaks, spring breaks, summer and more. New this year - Champions worked with district leaders to offer flexible childcare coverage on Early Dismissal Fridays.

Please email Center Director/Program Manager, Alexa Burnell, for more information at alexa.burnell@discoverchampions.com or call 847-549-1393.

Woodland Primary:

  • Early Learning Center/Daycare: Champions provides care for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old. The hours of operation are from 6:30am-6pm. The Early Learning Center is a NAEYC accredited center.

  • Transitional Kindergarten: Champions provides an enriching wrap-around service for our kindergarten friends who need extended care. During this program, children will focus on developing their social-emotional skills through purposeful play. In addition, opportunities for creative arts, gross & fine motor development, oral literacy, cognitive & executive function are all embedded into the curriculum.

Woodland Elementary & Intermediate:

  • Before & Aftercare: For students needing before & aftercare, Champions provides a developmentally, playful and enriching curriculum from 6:30am through 6pm. Children in grades 1-3 will remain in the elementary building, while children in grades 4-6 will remain in the intermediate building.

Visit the Champions website.

Gurnee Park District
District 50 C.A.R.E. at Hunt Club Park Community Center
We offer quality after school care for children K-8th grades. The program is relaxed and recreational-based to counter-balance the day's educational activities. Children enjoy activities, games, and outdoor play, as well as a variety of arts and crafts before and after school. Visit the Gurnee Park District website.