Hubbard Woods Family Newsletter
February 23, 2026
Lighthouse Moment
This week, our school community celebrated a very special milestone, the 100th day of school!
On Wednesday morning, our first grade students partnered with their buddy classrooms and headed outside to mark the occasion in a joyful and active way. Together, they celebrated by counting all the way to 100, turning learning into a shared experience.
Moments like these remind us that learning is not only about reaching milestones, but also about celebrating them together as a community. It was wonderful to see students supporting one another, building relationships across grade levels, and embracing the excitement of learning.
The Winnetka Public Schools Foundation Phone-A-Thon Is Almost Here!
On March 8, Winnetka Public Schools Foundation board members will be reaching out to The Winnetka Public Schools families and community members by phone, text, and email with one big goal: raising $85,000 to fund next year’s grants.
These grants spark classroom innovation, expand student learning opportunities, and provide impactful professional learning for The Winnetka Public Schools staff. From One Book One School literacy initiatives to dynamic artist-in-residence opportunities, the Winnetka Public Schools Foundation infuses additional resources and creative learning tools into our schools.
You can Beat the Call by making your gift online before March 7 and help the WPSF meet its goal faster! Every gift, at every level, makes a meaningful difference for our students and educators.
Donate today: www.wpsf.org
Spring Conferences
Conference sign up closes at noon on Tuesday, February 24. Pass that point, any adjustments or additions to the schedule will need to be directed through your school’s main office.
Conference schedules can be viewed in the following ways:
Review the email from noreply@schoolcloud.co.uk with a list of your bookings
If you happen to be signed up for a video conference, please be aware of the following:
An email will be sent with your schedule and a link to join the video conference
You will need to log into your account just as you did to schedule the conference
Should parents need to attend from different devices/locations, be sure to invite the other person to the conference
To invite a guest to a SchoolCloud parents' meeting video appointment, log in, go to My Bookings, and click Invite Parent/Guardian. You will then enter the guest's name and email, consent to sharing information, and select the student(s) for whom the invite is intended before sending the invitation. The guest will receive an email with a link to join the video call.
For any login or video conferencing issues, please send an email to help@winnetka36.org with a description of what you’re experiencing.
Decipher Your Student’s Data
Having trouble making sense of your child’s assessment data? Try this new tool! It’s an AI-powered tool aimed at helping Winnetka parents do just that!
National Social Emotional Learning Week
We are excited to announce plans to recognize National SEL Week from March 2nd-6th! The Winnetka Public Schools will join communities across the globe to celebrate the importance of social emotional learning (SEL), by highlighting the theme of community. We will be hosting our second Districtwide Spirit Week, featuring engaging activities and events designed to promote SEL throughout our schools. Each day will highlight one of the CASEL core competencies and the RULER tools, emphasizing how SEL plays a vital role in fostering a supportive and inclusive community. Together, let’s strengthen our sense of belonging and celebrate the importance of SEL in our district!
Important: Please Take 5 Minutes to Complete 5 Essentials
The Illinois State Board of Education annually asks families, students and staff to complete the Illinois 5Essentials Survey. Administered by University of Chicago, data gleaned from the survey directly helps the District prioritize goals and resources. Additionally, the quantity of parents who participate in the survey (or lack thereof) directly affects The Winnetka Public Schools’ Illinois State Report Card ratings.
The survey is linked here, takes about 5 minutes to complete, and is completely confidential. Currently, Hubbard Woods is at 11% of parents who have taken the survey.
Your participation helps the District gain actionable data to improve the student experience and ensure the Illinois State Report Card rankings accurately reflect Winnetka’s engaged parent community. The survey closes March 13, 2026.
Between March 2-13, 2026, students in grades 4–8 will be given the opportunity to complete a brief student version of the survey at school by logging in using their state student ID and birth date. Student responses will remain confidential. If you prefer your child not to participate, please notify your building principal in writing by February 27, 2026.
Adventures in Learning Registration
Registration opens March 2 at 1:00 PM for Winnetka residents. Classes fill quickly, so we encourage you to review the Adventures in Learning Program Guide in advance and be ready to register at 1:00 PM.
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Monthly Observances: Black History Month
February is Black History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the many achievements and contributions of African Americans throughout U.S. history. It is a time to honor leaders, innovators, and everyday heroes whose work has shaped our communities and our nation.
📅 Save the Dates
- Tuesday, February 24th Board Meeting 7:15pm at Washburne
- Thursday, February 26th & Friday, February 27th - Parent Teacher Conferences (No Student Attendance)
- Monday, March 2nd - Adventures in Learning Sign up at 1pm
- Wednesday, March 18th - Math Night at Hubbard Woods 6pm-6:45pm
- Monday, March 30th - Friday, April 3rd -No School (Spring Break)
- Monday, April 6th - School Resumes
- Tuesday, April 7th - 10th - Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) State Testing for 3rd and 4th graders