Maple Marquee
October 23, 2026
Monday, October 26
- Q2 Begins
Tuesday, October 27
- PTO Book Fair begins
- Debate Team begins
- PTO Book Fair
Thursday, October 29
- PTO Book Fair
Friday, October 30
- 8th grade World Language Field Trip (no Halloween costumes for field trip participants)
- Student Council Halloween Party, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
We are delighted to share that Maple joins all District 30 schools in being named among the best in Illinois in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Rankings. Maple ranked No. 8 out of 846 middle schools ranked in Illinois, putting it in the top 1% of schools in the state.
Additionally, of 1,360 elementary schools ranked, Wescott landed at No. 12 and Willowbrook at No. 46, putting them in the top 1% and 4% in the state, respectively.
You can click the links below to read more about the methodology behind the rankings, as well as the data that informed these distinctions:
Join us Friday, 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
We are excited to see students in costumes on Halloween! In order to make the day a success, we want to go over a few guidelines. Most importantly, all costumes must be school appropriate.
The following items are not allowed:
Masks, face coverings or anything that impedes vision
Weapons of any kind (real or toy)
Anything that promotes drugs or alcohol
Anything that involves ethnic or racial stereotypes
Please remember that this is still a school day. Students are expected to fully participate in each class throughout the day. Students should bring a change of clothing, in case their costume is deemed inappropriate or becomes distracting to the learning process. We are looking forward to everyone following the guidelines, coming up with creative costumes, and having fun!
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Students attending the World Language Field Trip on Friday should NOT wear costumes of any kind
- The same costume guidelines applys for the Halloween Party on Friday, October 30.
Do you like to have your voice heard? Do you like to argue with the people around you? Then Debate Team is for you!
We will hold our first meeting after school on Tuesday, October 27, from 3:45 to 4:35 p.m. in Room 207.
If you cannot make the meeting but are still interested in joining, please see or email Dr. Palmi! Our fall meetings will be practice for a tournament in December.
Our other meeting dates for the fall are November 10, November 13, November 17, November 20, December 1, and December 8.
The Maple PTO will be hosting a book fair through Anderson’s Bookshop from October 27-29. The fair will be held on the Maple stage and will be open for student browsing before school, during recess, and briefly after school. ELA classes will also attend the book fair.
This will be an excellent opportunity for students to purchase independent reading books and also to support teachers by purchasing wishlist books for classroom libraries. In fact, all teachers can visit the fair to pull wishlist books that students and families can purchase for classrooms. Thank you for your support of literacy at Maple School!
We’re excited to announce the formation of this year’s Maple Math Competition Team!
Interested students are invited to attend a brief informational meeting on Wednesday, November 4, from 3:45-4:00 p.m. in Room 302 to learn more about the team and what to expect.
Team members will participate in the MathCounts competition series, which features both individual and team competitions. Students will have the opportunity to strengthen their problem-solving skills, tackle challenging, non-routine math problems, and collaborate with other students who enjoy math.
Important Dates and Details:
Informational Meeting: Wednesday, November 4, 3:45-4:00 p.m.
Tryouts: Monday, November 9, and Wednesday, November 11, 3:45-4:35 p.m.
Regular Practices: Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:45-4:35 p.m.
Tryouts are required for students who wish to join the team. The informational meeting is a great opportunity to learn more before tryouts begin.
We hope to see you there! If you have any questions, please contact Cora Byrne (cbyrne@district30.org) or Sarah Arends (sarends@district30.org).
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 here or 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.
Calling all book lovers! We’re one volunteer away from making our Book Fair even more amazing!
A big THANK YOU to everyone who has already signed up to help. Your time and support mean so much to our school community!
Our Book Fair is coming the week of October 26! We’re looking for one more parent/guardian volunteer to help bring the magic of books to life!
Volunteers are needed to assist with setting up/taking down, helping students during the fair, and keeping things organized
It’s still not too late to consider signing up to volunteer and help our students enjoy a fun and successful Book Fair! Volunteer for the Book Fair
Help us reach 80 participants!
We’re excited to share that 76 participants have signed up for 8th Grade Washington DC trip! If we reach 80 participants by October 31, we’ll qualify for additional funding to support our school community. If your family is still considering participating, now is a great time to join us. Every participant makes a difference!
Students will explore our nation’s history, learn beyond the classroom, and make lasting memories with their classmates. Payment plans and scholarships are available.
FLAG scholarship: Financial assistance may be available for eligible families.
Extended payment plan: Spread the cost over a longer period.
Just a $115 deposit to reserve your student’s spot.
We encourage interested families to explore these options and take advantage of this exciting opportunity.
Trip ID: 230108
Register: WorldStrides Registration
Questions? Call 800-468-5899
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
