News Bites 5/29/26
Last day of school for Pioneer Preschool students
Last day of school for 8th Grade students
Tuesday, June 2 - AM Half-Day (Kdg-7) Breakfast will be served
Dismissal Times: 10:35 am for Leman Middle School
11:45 am for elementary schools
Wednesday, June 3 - Non-Attendance Day for Students
Staff Professional Development Day
Leman Middle School 8th Grade Graduation (7:00 p.m.)
Thursday, June 4 - PM Half-Day (Kdg-7) No meals served
Leman Middle School: 11:40am - 2:40pm
Elementary Schools: 12:25pm - 3:25pm
D33 recognizes outstanding students, staff members, and community partners who make a difference in our schools through our Board Salutes.
Has a teacher gone above and beyond for your child? Is there a staff member who always makes families feel welcome? Has a student shown leadership, kindness, or perseverance? Maybe a community partner has made a positive impact on our schools? We want to hear those stories.
Board Salutes are a meaningful way to celebrate the people who help make District 33 such a special place to learn, work, and grow. We are always looking for opportunities to highlight the incredible things happening across our community.
Submit a Board Salute nomination today and help us recognize someone who deserves a moment in the spotlight!
The Board of Education of West Chicago Elementary School District 33 announces a vacancy on the Board to fill an unexpired term of office. Applications are being accepted now. This is not a paid position. Requirements for board members include: must be a United States citizen, at least 18 years of age, a District 33 community member for at least one year, a registered voter, and not hold another incompatible public office position.
Interested community members should fill out an application online at www.wego33.org/board. Applications are to be submitted no later than Friday, June 12th at 4:00 p.m. If you have any questions, please email District 33 Board President, Rita Balgemen at balgemanr@wego33.org or Board Secretary, Alma Garcia at garciaa@wego33.org.
One of the world's most famous steam locomotives is coming to West Chicago!
Union Pacific's Big Boy No. 4014, the largest operating steam locomotive in the world, is expected to arrive in West Chicago on Tuesday, June 2. Families will have the opportunity to see this historic train up close during public display hours on Wednesday, June 3, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Larry S. Provo Union Pacific Center (335 Spencer Street).
Visitors from across the region are expected to attend, making this a once-in-a-generation event for our community and a unique opportunity for children and families to experience a piece of railroad history right here in Illinois' first railroad town.
Families are encouraged to make a day of it! In addition to viewing Big Boy, visitors can enjoy family-friendly activities, local restaurants, museums, public art, entertainment, walking tours, and other special events happening throughout West Chicago.
To help plan your visit, the City of West Chicago has created a dedicated event website with maps, parking information, shuttle details, activity schedules, and more.
Don't miss this unforgettable opportunity to see a true giant of American history roll into town!