Thank you to all the families who joined us for the first BPAC (Bilingual Parents’ Advisory Committee) meeting of the school year this past week. A special thank you to Martha Lucía Aristizábal from Warren Township Youth & Family Services for her presentation on “Emotional and Mental Well-Being and Anxiety” and to our community partners for sharing information about events and resources with our families.
CONGRATULATIONS! Dr. Carla Little was recognized by the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) at the Lake Division October 2026 meeting. Dr. Little has already achieved Legacy Board Leader status for her commitment to professional learning and participation in IASB events and training, in combination with serving on a school board for 25 years or more. Each year she will continue to receive Annual Merit Recognition based on her legacy status, and her continued service to IASB and public education.
IASB recognizes school board members for individual time and effort devoted to learning and leadership activities provided by the Association and for service to the public education community.
IASB recognizes school board members for individual time and effort devoted to learning and leadership activities provided by the Association and for service to the public education community.
Students in Ms. Rumi’s Spanish Social Studies traveled back in time to explore some of the most impactful Sumerian inventions! By researching and recreating hands-on models—including sailboats, chariots, harps, calendars, irrigation systems, and cuneiform tablets—students examined the materials ancient engineers used, how these tools functioned, and how their influence still shapes our modern world today.
The Woodland D50 Board of Education will meet on October 15, 2026.
View the Meeting Notice & Agenda HERE:
https://app.smore.com/n/acfq7
Please note: The meeting starts at 6 p.m., but the first item on the agenda is a closed session. The public meeting will begin immediately following the closed session when the Board of Education returns to open session at approximately 7 p.m.
View the Meeting Notice & Agenda HERE:
https://app.smore.com/n/acfq7
Please note: The meeting starts at 6 p.m., but the first item on the agenda is a closed session. The public meeting will begin immediately following the closed session when the Board of Education returns to open session at approximately 7 p.m.
Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee Meeting, Oct. 14
Please join us for the first BPAC meeting of the year!
Emotional and Mental Wellness: What is Anxiety?
💚 Identify the signs of anxiety in your child.
💚 Practical techniques for calming the mind and preventing stress.
💚 When to seek help?
Presenter: Martha Lucía Aristizábal
Date: October 14, 2026
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Woodland Intermediate
RSVP: Register for this Meeting Here!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvboAjqhblOTJul_W3BWxhvR6LcX_4b9nIM6vT65mawQ9v-w/viewform
Please join us for the first BPAC meeting of the year!
Emotional and Mental Wellness: What is Anxiety?
💚 Identify the signs of anxiety in your child.
💚 Practical techniques for calming the mind and preventing stress.
💚 When to seek help?
Presenter: Martha Lucía Aristizábal
Date: October 14, 2026
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Woodland Intermediate
RSVP: Register for this Meeting Here!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvboAjqhblOTJul_W3BWxhvR6LcX_4b9nIM6vT65mawQ9v-w/viewform
🚨 This is only a TEST 🚨
One week from today, on 10/20 at 10:20 a.m., Woodland will conduct a test of our emergency alert system. All district parents/guardians listed as contacts in Skyward Family Access will receive a TEST email, text, and robocall to make sure you are getting the emergency notifications you need. Staff will receive the TEST message too.
We are partnering with Gurnee School District 56 and Warren Township High School; all three districts will conduct the same test, on the same day, at the same time, to raise awareness about the importance of keeping your contact information up to date. Please do not unsubscribe from these alerts!
If you receive the TEST message, no further action is needed. If you do NOT receive the message, we can work together to make sure your contact information is correct in Skyward.
🚨 This is only a TEST 🚨
One week from today, on 10/20 at 10:20 a.m., Woodland will conduct a test of our emergency alert system. All district parents/guardians listed as contacts in Skyward Family Access will receive a TEST email, text, and robocall to make sure you are getting the emergency notifications you need. Staff will receive the TEST message too.
We are partnering with Gurnee School District 56 and Warren Township High School; all three districts will conduct the same test, on the same day, at the same time, to raise awareness about the importance of keeping your contact information up to date. Please do not unsubscribe from these alerts!
If you receive the TEST message, no further action is needed. If you do NOT receive the message, we can work together to make sure your contact information is correct in Skyward.
🚨 This is only a TEST 🚨
Congratulations to the Woodland Middle School Girls Cross Country Team for taking 2nd Place in Conference, and 5th Place at Sectionals!
Help us cheer on Ariana & Harper who qualified for the State competition in Bloomington-Normal this coming weekend! Let's go! #LifeintheW 💚🐯
Help us cheer on Ariana & Harper who qualified for the State competition in Bloomington-Normal this coming weekend! Let's go! #LifeintheW 💚🐯
The Operations & Facilities Team took advantage of the Teacher Institute Day to hold their preseason Snow and Ice Removal Operations meeting. They went over safety, operations, equipment, materials, techniques, strategies, resources and training.
We are sharing these photos to showcase the preparation and behind-the-scenes work our maintenance staff puts in to help keep our schools safe and operational throughout the winter season. Thank you O+F! #LifeintheW
We are sharing these photos to showcase the preparation and behind-the-scenes work our maintenance staff puts in to help keep our schools safe and operational throughout the winter season. Thank you O+F! #LifeintheW
REMINDER:
No Student Attendance on Friday, Oct. 9 for a Teacher Institute Day.
No Student Attendance/District Closed on Monday, Oct. 12 for the Holiday.
Have an enjoyable long weekend! #LifeintheW
No Student Attendance on Friday, Oct. 9 for a Teacher Institute Day.
No Student Attendance/District Closed on Monday, Oct. 12 for the Holiday.
Have an enjoyable long weekend! #LifeintheW
The WMS Girls Soccer Team took 2nd Place in the Conference Championships last night! #LifeintheW
Photo Credit 📸 : Kathleen Virginia Photography
Photo Credit 📸 : Kathleen Virginia Photography
Recently, Woodland’s Parent Mentor Program leaders presented to community and state leaders and discussed the value and impact of this amazing program. Along with District supporters and program participants, they shared program pathways, testimonials, and the many ways the Parent Mentors have strengthened our learning community.
Thank you to Lavonna Garner and Tanya Abbey for their leadership and dedication to growing this important program! Thank you as well to our community and state leaders for taking the time to support this program.
Thank you to Lavonna Garner and Tanya Abbey for their leadership and dedication to growing this important program! Thank you as well to our community and state leaders for taking the time to support this program.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Woodland’s Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration!
It was so much fun seeing everyone enjoy the music, dancing, food, and art. We always have a wonderful time celebrating with our learning community!
A special thank you to our incredible volunteers, sponsors, and community partners for helping make this event such a success. We couldn’t have done it without you!
It was so much fun seeing everyone enjoy the music, dancing, food, and art. We always have a wonderful time celebrating with our learning community!
A special thank you to our incredible volunteers, sponsors, and community partners for helping make this event such a success. We couldn’t have done it without you!
Please help us welcome two new team members to Woodland!
• Ms. Angelina Gwinn - 2nd Grade Dual Language Teacher at Woodland Elementary
• Ms. Marveli Mateos - 3rd Grade Dual Language Teacher at Woodland Elementary
We are so excited to have you both on the Woodland team! This is #LifeintheW
• Ms. Angelina Gwinn - 2nd Grade Dual Language Teacher at Woodland Elementary
• Ms. Marveli Mateos - 3rd Grade Dual Language Teacher at Woodland Elementary
We are so excited to have you both on the Woodland team! This is #LifeintheW
Students in Ms. Wakefield’s class put their detective skills to the test!
With the help of Det. Hansen and Det. Parsell, students rotated through hands-on stations. They analyzed their own fingerprints, tested their memories, and practiced writing police reports using only the evidence they observed, and not what they thought happened.
What a cool way to see how police officers and detectives use evidence and their attention to detail to solve problems!
With the help of Det. Hansen and Det. Parsell, students rotated through hands-on stations. They analyzed their own fingerprints, tested their memories, and practiced writing police reports using only the evidence they observed, and not what they thought happened.
What a cool way to see how police officers and detectives use evidence and their attention to detail to solve problems!
Students in Ms. Owen’s class took a closer look at their current read, The Amazing Generation. Working in teams, students discussed what they've read, explored the book’s metaphors, and connected its themes to their own lives. They also began planning for an exciting upcoming project: creating a podcast inspired by this book. We can't wait to tune in and see what they come up with!
Please help us welcome two new team members to Woodland!
• Ms. Caroline Branas - 2nd Grade Dual Language Teacher at Woodland Elementary
• Ms. Michelle Verley - ISEC Kindergarten Teacher at Woodland Primary
We are so excited to have you both on the Woodland team! This is #LifeintheW
• Ms. Caroline Branas - 2nd Grade Dual Language Teacher at Woodland Elementary
• Ms. Michelle Verley - ISEC Kindergarten Teacher at Woodland Primary
We are so excited to have you both on the Woodland team! This is #LifeintheW
Wildcats came together today to complete 50 service projects in one day to benefit our schools and the surrounding community as part of our Districtwide Day of Service. Team members in the district office used their lunch break to pack 50 period kits for Keeping Families Covered and to sort food and clothing donations for the Family First Center of Lake County. #LifeintheW
Wildcats came together today to complete 50 service projects in one day to benefit our schools and the surrounding community as part of our Districtwide Day of Service! Here are a few photos of Woodland Middle School students working together in service to others! #LifeintheW
As Attendance Awareness Month comes to an end, we want to make sure attendance is a priority ALL YEAR LONG! We will continue to focus on helping our students be present, connected, and ready to learn!
Did you know that every Woodland school has a dedicated Family Coordinator? Meet Maria at WMS!
Maria Hristoforatos, Woodland Middle School Family Coordinator
Middle school is an exciting time filled with new experiences, new routines, and sometimes a lot to navigate. As your Family Coordinator, my goal is to be a familiar person families can turn to and help make the connection between school and home a little easier. Whether it’s an attendance concern, finding the right support at school, connecting with a community resource, or simply not knowing where to start, I’m here to help point you in the right direction. I’ve been part of the Woodland community for many years, and serving families in this community is especially meaningful to me. I look forward to getting to know your family throughout the school year and hope to see you at upcoming events!
Action shots from yesterday's soccer match - Woodland Green vs. Woodland White! Tonight the girls team will take on AUGS at home. ⚽️🤩
Check out the WMS Athletic Schedule so you can cheer on your favorite Wildcat athletes at an upcoming game/match/event:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1X9kJ35g2iSoVK0mPCWgpk-g1HfFElA_pkWMjRZzKx3Q/edit?usp=sharing
Check out the WMS Athletic Schedule so you can cheer on your favorite Wildcat athletes at an upcoming game/match/event:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1X9kJ35g2iSoVK0mPCWgpk-g1HfFElA_pkWMjRZzKx3Q/edit?usp=sharing
