Wharton Wildcat News

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Our students had a great spirit week learning about the Earth. A big thank you to Ms. Solis for providing each student and staff a plant in honor of earth day. Some of the topics explored was about conservation, how to preserve habitats, and the formation of rainbows. At Wharton, we love to expose our students to as many experiences as possible. Today is the start of the ABC countdown. Be sure to check the calendar daily for the activity of the day. As we head to the final stretch please remind your child to complete all assignments and maintain appropriate behaviors. We would love for our students to remain on task and to be able to participate in all planned end of the year activities.

The district will be offering summer school again this year. Teachers will be sending recommendations in the upcoming weeks. We encourage our Wharton students to continue their educational journey with summer support. Our students will be MAP testing during the month of May. As we approach the end of the year we will continue diving into our academics. Therefore, your support is needed to encourage our students to stay focused and engaged. Let's continue to work together!

Just a reminder: We are tracking tardies. Every 3rd tardy will result in a detention. We want to support our families in developing appropriate practices. Being on time for school and ready to learn is important. Keep in mind our attendance is monitored by the state.

Breakfast will start daily at 7:20 and 8:20 on Wednesday late starts. We will begin school promptly at 7:50 on regular days and 8:50 on late starts. If a child is late please enter Door #4.

We appreciate your support in the following:

*Making sure your child arrives on time and attends daily.

*Completing all classwork and homework assignments.

*Promoting a love for reading.

Sincerely,

Raquel K. Modiest, Principal

rmodiest@sd104.us

708-458-0640

This week is set aside to show gratitude to those that teach our children every day! At Wharton we are fortunate to have a terrific group of teachers. Sending in a note of thanks or any expression of kindness would be appreciated.

Student Attendance Dates: June 9, 2026-July 16, 2026

****No School June 18, 2026 or Fridays****

Location: Graves/HMS

Academic Programming: 8:00 am-11:00 am

Elective Courses: 11:30 am-2:30 pm

LUNCH and TRANSPORTATION Will BE PROVIDED (transportation based on distance/eligibility)

****Stay tuned for registration instructions which will be coming soon.****

Spring is here !!!Be sure your child dresses appropriately for school each day. The weather tends to be a little tricky so be sure to have a sweater or jacket just in case we have some quick changes. We also have some jackets, hats and gloves just in case they are needed. Contact the office for more details.

The Curriculum Department is asking all families to complete a quick survey about Elearning. The survey will close on April 29th at 5:00 pm. Your input matters!

Regular School Hours

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays

7:50 AM (arrival)

2:50 PM (dismissal)

Wednesdays (Late Start)

8:50 AM (arrival)

2:50 PM (dismissal)

Office Hours

August 20th-June 2nd

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Hours: Administrators and Secretaries will be in the buildings from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Breakfast will be available every morning for students.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays starting at 7:20 AM.

Wednesdays at 8:20 AM.

Lunch will be provided daily for all students.

SHIRTS/TOPS:

Students are required to wear a maroon collared polo or dress shirt with long/short sleeves. The polo/dress shirt may be plain or have the district logo. No other logos are allowed. Plain black or white undershirts may be worn under the maroon collared shirt. Shirts must extend to waistline.

Sweaters/Sweatshirts:

Students may wear a plain black or maroon sweater/sweatshirt over their collared school shirt or over a plain white or black undershirt.

PANTS:

Must be black or khaki and worn at the waist. This includes shorts, Capri pants, and skirts. Leggings may be worn, but only when a shirt extending to mid-thigh is worn as well.

SCHOOL SPIRIT FRIDAYS:

Students may wear their Wharton school spirit shirt with jeans every Friday.

Students are expected to wear the appropriate clothing while attending school. All students must comply with the following:

• Student clothing (including accessories) may not advertise, promote, or a picture of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, violent behavior, or other inappropriate images.
• Student clothing (including accessories) may not display lewd, vulgar, obscene, offensive language/symbols nor gang signs.
• Hats, coats, bandanas, and sunglasses may not be worn inside the building, during the school day.
• Dress and accessories that pose a safety hazard are not permitted in the bathrooms and educational classrooms.
• Clothing with holes, rips, or tears, that reveal skin and/or undergarments may not be worn at school.
• The length of shorts or skirts must be appropriate for the school environment.
• Appropriate footwear must be worn at all times. Open-backed footwear is not permitted.

Students clothing that causes a substantial disruption of the orderly process of school functions or endangers the health or safety of other students, staff, or others may be subject discipline. If there is any doubt about dress and appearance, the building administration will make the final decision.

***Please note the last day of school is Monday, June 1, 2026***

April 24-ABC Countdown/Student of the Month/PBIS Celebration

April 29-Late Start/Field Trip (Beverly Theatre)

****May 4-May 8**** Teacher Appreciation Week

May 5-Cinco De Mayo Celebration

May 6-Late Start

May 12-MAP Testing begins/Board Meeting @Graves 7:00 pm

May 13-Late Start

May 20-Late Start

May 22-MAP Testing ends/PBIS Celebration

May 25-No School/ Memorial Day

May 26-Award Luncheon/Picnic (students only)

May 27-Late Start/5th Grade Brunch/Heritage Graduation

May 28-5th Grade Step Up Day/Field Day

May 29-Navy Pier Cruise

June 1st-Last Day (1:50 Dismissal)

Please make sure your child brings their device and charger on their first day. If their device and/or charger is broke, or lost, a fee will be added to their powerschool account and replaced with a new one.

Kindergarten will recieve an IPad and charger on their first day.

First Grade will be given their device, charger and case on the first day.

Second, Third, and Fourth Grade will need to bring their device and charger from the previous year.

Fifth Grade will need to return their old device with the charger to recieve a new one.

You can call our Main office if you have any questions or concerns.

Main office:

(708)458-0640

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Email: rmodiest@sd104.us
Phone: 708-458-0640