Hubbard Woods Family Newsletter

Dear Hubbard Woods Families,

Welcome back! It has been wonderful to see our students return with energy and excitement for learning.

As we begin this next stretch, we have approximately 50 school days ahead and each one filled with opportunities for growth, discovery, and continued progress. This is an important time of year as students build on their learning and strengthen their confidence and independence.

As we look ahead to the remainder of the year, I also wanted to share some personal news with our Hubbard Woods community that I had the opportunity to share with students this morning. My husband and I are expecting a baby boy this July, and we are incredibly excited to welcome this new addition to our family.

With this upcoming change, I will be taking a leave beginning in August and plan to return to Hubbard Woods in mid-October. During that time, the district will assign an interim principal to support the day-to-day leadership of the school and ensure a strong, consistent start to the year. As we get closer to the end of the school year, more information will be shared about next steps.

Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support. Hubbard Woods is such a special community, and I am truly grateful to play a role in your children’s lives.

Sincerely,

Ivory

As we begin planning class placements for the 2026–2027 school year, we engage in a thoughtful and collaborative process to create balanced, supportive learning communities for all students. This process considers a range of factors, including each child’s academic and social-emotional profile, as well as insights from current teachers and families.

If you would like to share information about your child’s learning style or any academic or social-emotional considerations that may help inform this process, you are welcome to do so by completing the parent input form by Friday, May 1. Family input will be reviewed in full by Ms. Ajavon.

While we deeply value your perspective, we are not able to honor requests for specific teachers. Relevant information that is not tied to a specific teacher request will be thoughtfully shared with our educators as part of the placement process.

Thank you for your trust and partnership as we work to create positive and meaningful learning experiences for every child at Hubbard Woods.

Ms. Delzell is excited to invite the Hubbard Woods School community to join her in celebrating her favorite place in the school - our library! There are three schoolwide celebrations she hopes you'll mark your calendars for...

THIS Friday, April 10 is READ MY SHIRT DAY!
Everyone is encouraged to wear a shirt with words we can all read. That's it - that's the whole thing.

Wednesday, April 22 is Earth Day and BOOK SWAP DAY!

Reuse, Recycle, and READ by donating books for the swap. Book donations are due by Monday, April 20, and the Swap will take place from 9-10:30 in the front hallway on 4/22. Books should be gently used and appropriate for readers at our school and while we're asking that each student bring in just one book, if you have one or two additional books to share, we appreciate your generosity and will make sure that unswapped books are responsibly donated.

Friday, May 1 is not technically part of the month of April but it is D.E.A.R. Day!

Beverly Cleary first introduced the world to Drop Everything and Read in Ramona Quimby, Age 8, and her birthday is April 12, which is a Sunday. May 1 is a Friday and a half-day for students, so hopefully, a D.E.A.R. interruption here at school will just blend into a non-normal day.

Any questions? Please reach out directly to Ms. Delzell (lizdelzell@winnetka36.org). Happy School Library Month!

Arab American Heritage Month takes place each year in April. It celebrates the rich heritage, vibrant culture, and lasting contributions of Arab Americans. This month also honors the diverse traditions, histories, and achievements that continue to shape and strengthen our communities across the United States.

Mr. Philip Burchell and Ms. Christina Venos, Kindergarten teachers in The Winnetka Public Schools, join Superintendent Dr. Kelly Tess for an engaging conversation about this formative year in school. They share insights into how early literacy, social skills, and curiosity are developed through creating opportunities for play and fostering a love of learning. Tune in to hear how Winnetka’s youngest students begin their educational journey. As Mr. Burchell notes, “At the end of the day, we’re building good humans and that is the most important part of all of it.”

Listen here:

Apple Podcast

Amazon

Spotify

iHeart

April 8, 2026 9:30 A.M.

Join MTSS Coordinator, Stephanie Larenas, for an informational session in how we support all of our students. Our MTSS practices serve as the foundation of understanding across the district as we provide continued support for students. This three-tiered model ensures consistent teaching and learning for all students, support for students who already understand, and supports for those students who may need additional review. Come learn more about how we gauge student learning and progress, how we respond to student understanding, how we differentiate the need for in-class instruction and intervention support, and how we determine what student progress looks like.

https://winnetka36.zoom.us/s/88101519884?pwd=41SftLug6HIATUxTNArxGuuiFfMGfu.1

Passcode:628458

Interested: RSVP for this event here

The Village of Winnetka regulates the use of e-bikes, e-scooters, e-dirt bikes, and other motor-driven vehicles with the goal of sidewalk and roadway safety for all residents. These regulations apply to all village-owned or village-maintained property. Violations may result in a fine of $100 for both the operator and the parent/legal guardian (if applicable).

Please remember:

• Any person operating a device on a public road or public sidewalk must follow the rules of the road, including traveling below the posted speed limit.

• It is illegal to operate a vehicle with more passengers than the number it is designed/equipped for.

• It is illegal to modify a device from its original design to change its speed, method of propulsion or braking, or to remove pedals, chains, or add a throttle.

• All individuals riding e-bikes must wear a helmet at all times.

• The person operating the device must be able to keep both hands on the handlebars/steering device at all times.

If you have questions about the classification of a device, please call the Winnetka Police Department at 847-501-6034.

• Tuesday, April 7th - 9th - Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) State Testing for 4th grade students
• Wednesday, April 8th-10th - Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) State Testing for 3rd grade students
• Monday, April 13th-15th - IAR Makeup Testing for 3rd and 4th grade students
• Tuesday, April 21st - Board Meeting at Washburne at 7:15pm
• Spring Sing Dates
• 1st Grade - April 22nd at 5pm
• 2nd Grade - April 22nd at 6pm
• 3rd Grade - April 23rd at 5pm
• 4th Grade - April 23rd at 6pm