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October 30, 2026
Monday, November 2
- 7 grade Springfield field trip
Tuesday, November 3
- District Holiday-No School
Thursday, November 5
Friday, November 6
- Half day school improvement-student dismissal 11:35 a.m.
We could not be more proud of our students, teachers, staff and community in announcing that ALL District 30 schools have earned an "Exemplary" designation on the 2025-26 Illinois Report Card! The Illinois State Board of Education released Report Card details this morning.
For the school year ending in spring 2026:
- 91% of District 30 students met or exceeded proficiency standards in English language arts (ELA)
- 89% met or exceeded proficiency standards in math
- 86% met or exceeded proficiency standards in science
District 30’s performance demonstrates its commitment to nurturing lifelong learning and forming student-centered partnerships that meet the individual needs of each learner. This accomplishment belongs to our entire school community. Congratulations!
Want to learn more?
- Visit the Illinois Report Card website and search District 30 to explore the full data
- Attend our November 12 Board of Education meeting at 7 p.m. at Maple School to hear a presentation on our IAR data OR explore the presentation in our Board Brief that will come to your inbox November 13.
- Visit our School Report Card page that explains more about how schools are assessed and to find links to the Wescott, Willowbrook and Maple School Report Cards.
Join us tonight, October 30 for Spooktacular fun
Date, Time & Location
When: Friday, October 30, from 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Who Can Come: Maple School students only!
Pick-up: Parents/guardians pick up promptly at 8:00 p.m.
Ticket Prices
$4.00 pre-sale: Buy tickets during lunch starting Monday, October 21 to save a dollar!
$5.00 at the door: Tickets can be purchased the night of the party.
What to Expect
There's a ton of fun activities planned, including:
Activities & Games: Haunted house, photo booth, karaoke, movies, music, carnival games, volleyball, and badminton.
Food & Snacks: Pizza, drinks, and baked goods will be available to purchase (students should check their school email next week for food prices).
Raffle
One $50 Amazon Gift Card will be raffled off. Raffle tickets will be sold during all lunch periods and at the party:
25 cents for 1 ticket
$1.00 for 5 tickets
Supporting a Good Cause
All money raised from the party goes directly to the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots Holiday Drive to buy holiday gifts for kids in our local community.
Have questions? Reach out to Ms. Reimer or Ms. Murukurthy
Share the warmth
Starting this Monday through Tuesday, December 15, the Rotary Club of Northbrook will host its annual winter coat drive. Gently used or new coats are welcomed. Coats for school aged children through adult are needed. Maple will have a red bin in the front vestibule for your donations. Items will be picked up weekly. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated!
Maple School's 8th grade social studies students are putting their learning into action!
As part of their study of the Constitution and the role of citizens in a democracy, students researched the importance of voting. Working in small groups, they designed nonpartisan posters encouraging community members to participate in the upcoming midterm elections.
Through this project, students discovered why voting matters and had the opportunity to make a difference in their community.
Event is Jan. 15
Parent volunteers are needed for the Maple’s annual 8th grade Career Day. The aim of this session is to improve our 8th graders’ interview skills. Volunteers will be expected to kindly and professionally lead students through a series of 20 minute mock interviews. For many of our students, this will be their first experience interviewing.
We are looking for people who are eager to offer thoughtful feedback and encouragement. If you are able to participate between 8:00 and 11:30 a.m. on January 15, 2027, please complete this form.
New Maple Spirit Wear is on sale through November 4! Click below to shop. A portion of all the proceeds will go to the Maple PTO.
Once all orders have been placed, production will begin, and all orders will be delivered in late November!
Questions? Please contact Alex Bender at INFO@SNFLRSWAG.COM.
Parent chaperones needed
Interested in joining? Please use the link below to sign up. Thank you for your support in making this a memorable experience for our students! Parent Volunteer signup
Learn more about the upcoming Washington, D.C. trip. Check out the website for more information and important details! Washington DC website
Follow Maple PTO on Facebook and Instagram!
Stay up to date on: school events and activities, important dates, reminders, volunteer opportunities, PTO news, and updates.
Facebook: Maple School PTO
Instagram: @MapleSchoolPTO
8th grade parents, save the date!
Incoming freshman night for Glenbrook North and Glenbrook South High Schools is scheduled for January 12, 2027 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Please continue to watch here for more information.
District 30 is seeking our next Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations! We know our District 30 families have strong professional networks, and we ask that you please consider sharing this opening with highly qualified candidates.
Those interested can apply directly at district30.org/apply, plus learn more about District 30 overall at district30.org/jobs.
Thank you for your support in helping to recruit a student-centered leader who will maintain District 30's strong finance and operations systems!
File petitions Nov. 16-23
Northbrook/Glenview School District 30 will have four school board seats to be filled at the Consolidated Election on April 6, 2027. Candidates who are elected will fill four-year terms expiring in April 2031.
Candidates for the office of the school board can begin circulating nominating petitions for signatures. The period for filing nominating petitions runs from November 16-23, 2026.
A candidate for the school board is required to file the nominating petitions, Statement of Candidacy, and receipt for filing their Statement of Economic Interests with the applicable county election clerk and not with the school board secretary or the administrative offices of the school district. The county clerk may have petition forms available, or blank petitions may be downloaded from the State Board of Elections website.
Candidates may also want to consult the “2027 Candidate’s Guide,” which can be downloaded from the Illinois State Board of Elections website, or contact the county clerk or board of election commissioners regarding the requirements of filing. Candidates and voters can get information about District 30 from our website and learn about being a school board member from the Illinois Association of School Boards at: iasb.com/elections.
Candidates who are interested in seeking endorsement from the District 30 School Board Caucus should contact Katie Schick (kateschick0609@gmail.com) by Friday, October 16. The School Board Caucus is a committee of District 30 residents that includes families both with and without children enrolled in Willowbrook, Wescott and Maple schools. The Caucus's role is to source, screen and endorse potential school board candidates. To be considered by the Caucus, candidates will need to complete a detailed application as well as an interview. If you are interested in learning more about joining the Caucus, please contact Katie.
Anyone wishing to purchase a yearbook for their student should click here to complete the online order or call Jostens at 877-767-5217. Purchasing the yearbook is optional, but most students like to have one at the end of the year. The current cost per book is $35.00. This will increase to $37.00 after winter break.
Please use your students full name when ordering, do not use a nickname or a parent name. You will also be asked to provide your students MRT/Advisory Teacher name.
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.
Maple School
Maple 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: 847-400-8900
Health Office: 847-400-8908Location: 2370 Shermer Road, Northbrook, IL, USA
Website: district30.org/maple
