Wescott Word
Friday, September 18, 2026
Please save the important dates below for Parent-Teacher Conferences coming next month! District 30 will again offer options for both online and in-person conferences with your child's teachers.
Signup for In-Person Conference: Monday, September 28 through Friday, October 2
Signup for Online Conference: Monday, October 5 through Friday, October 9
Conference Dates: Wednesday, October 14 and Thursday, October 15 (no school for students on this date)
Please watch this newsletter, your email and our website in the coming weeks for more details on how to signup for your preferred method of conference (in person or virtual).
Right now, our elementary learners are engaging in Digital Citizenship lessons, which helps guide their online safety and ethics and into Maple and beyond. As we continue our video series that explores our iPad One-to-One program, find out more about what District 30 students learn to help them become responsible digital navigators.
Please click below to watch video and click here to explore a parent handbook that also answers frequent questions on our One-to-One iPad program. Next week, please watch this newsletter for Part 2 of this video on Digital Citizenship.
All who live in District 30 boundaries are invited to meet Superintendent Dr. Tammaru and a member of our Board of Education to learn about what's new in District 30; hear about economic and residential developments in Northbrook that will impact our schools; and share questions and ideas about issues that are important to you.
You can pick from either the 12 p.m. session on Thursday, September 24 at our District 30 Offices, 2374 Shermer Road, Northbrook, or a 6 p.m. online session that same day. RSVP is required for online so we may email you a link, and appreciated for in-person so we can plan for space and send a reminder to participants close to the event date.
Please share with neighbors, as this event is for everyone in our boundaries – even if they do not have children in our schools. Click below to join us!
Today through October 15, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
Learn more and find resources at latino.si.edu, and explore these children's book recommendations from Library Media Specialist Mrs. Janavicius for elementary students:
- "Marisol McDonald and the Clash Bash" by Monica Brown
- "Federico and the Wolf" by Rebecca J. Gomez
- "Harbor Me" by Jacqueline Woodson
Please keep in mind that cars may not be parked in the circle drive parking spaces parallel to the school right before, during or after drop-off or pick-up times: 8:00-9:00 a.m. and 3:00-3:40 p.m. Also, cars may not be parked in the circle drive parking spaces facing Western Avenue between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Please share this information with anyone who is dropping off and picking up your child.
Please be advised that there is no left-hand turn traveling north on Western Avenue into our Circle Drive from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on school days. Please help spread the word and follow this in order to keep traffic flowing efficiently.
If your child typically takes the bus but will not be riding on a particular day, please notify both the main office and your child’s classroom teacher. This includes changes such as walking home or being picked up. Advance notice helps us account for every student and prevents delays in the bus line.
Can’t make it after all? If you purchased a ticket and you’re no longer able to attend, please contact:
Maria Milicevic (mariacmilicevic@gmail.com),
Julie Purkal (jwilmowski@gmail.com) or
Laura Smith (lcsmith1004@gmail.com) so that we can update our headcount.
The donations are rolling in, and our friendly class competitions have officially begun! Walk 4 Wescott is Wescott’s biggest fundraiser of the year, bringing our community together to celebrate healthy habits, school spirit, and growing together.
Class competitions:
🏆 The class in each grade that raises the most money wins a PJ Day!
🎉 Any class reaching 100% participation with donations earns an extra recess!
And don’t forget about our raffle, featuring amazing prizes including experiences, activities, gift cards, family fun, and more. With multiple winners for many of the prizes, there are plenty of chances to win!
Every donation helps support Wescott students, and a portion of this year’s proceeds will also benefit Erika’s Lighthouse, providing free mental health education and suicide prevention programs for young people.
More details, including the schedule and volunteer opportunities, will be shared next week. Let’s make this our best Walk 4 Wescott yet!
Donate HERE by Tuesday, October 6.
Learn more about Erika’s Lighthouse.
There’s nothing else quite like your school yearbook! 📖✨
Get your hands on this limited-edition collection of memories and stories from the school year. Yearbooks are $25 per copy (be sure to deselect the personalization option) or $33 per copy with personalization.
Don’t miss your chance to capture the memories that make this school year special! Order your yearbook here or below.
Questions? Please contact wescottyearbook@gmail.com.
The Yearbook Committee needs parent volunteers to take photos during recess! Your photos help ensure that every student is featured in the yearbook.
And there’s a bonus—you’ll get a chance to see your kids at recess, a time parents don’t usually get to experience!
New dates have been added to the signup, so find a time that works for you and help us capture the fun of recess! Sign up here or below:
Registered PTO members can access the directory through the DirectorySpot app or website. New users should have received a registration email; existing users can simply log in—no new account needed. Didn’t receive an email? Contact Director of Educational Technology Dr. Andy Kohl at akohl@district30.org. Access DirectorySpot here or below.
Start the school day with a high five and a smile! On Friday, September 25, first responders from the Northbrook Police and Fire Departments will be on the blacktop before school to greet Wescott students as they arrive.
Any time a student feels unsafe, any adult in their school can help!
But sometimes, students or parents wish to reach out for help in a different way or after school hours. Safe2Help Illinois offers students a safe way to share information 24/7 that might help prevent any threat to school safety, including bullying, self-harm or other serious concerns.
The goal of this program is to get students to “seek help before harm;" it is not intended to suspend, expel, or punish. Safe2Help Illinois also offers a Mental Health Toolkit that provides resources for parents and educators reinforce the components of this program.
Safe2Help Illinois offers around-the-clock help via:
- Hotline: 844-4-SAFEIL
- Text line: 72332
- Email HELP@Safe2HelpIL.com
- Plus a website full of resources for young people seeking help for themselves or a friend. Its Ways To Get Help page is a directory of specialized hotlines, and other sections of its website provide practical steps for dealing with depression or helping a distraught friend. The checklist called "20 Questions To Ask Yourself If You Feel Like Giving Up" can help older children overcome a bout of anxiety or depression.
Wescott School
Wescott School is part of Northbrook/Glenview District 30, which exists to create an inclusive community that inspires learning, fosters resiliency, and cares deeply for every child. We honor childhood and foster intellectual, physical and social-emotional growth. District 30 serves more than 1,200 students in pre-K through 8th grade across Willowbrook, Wescott and Maple Schools.
We prohibit harassment and discrimination of all forms within our district and follows all policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for all.
Main office: 847-272-4660
Health Office: 847-400-8760
Location: 1820 Western Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062, USA
Website: district30.org/wescott
