Panther Press of Wild Rose
March 6, 2026
A Note from Mrs. Solomon and Mrs. Salto
We just want to thank everyone for their support and cooperation this week as we hone in on our different routines and procedures! We are super fortunate to have such great students, supportive staff and caring families!
Remember we spring ahead on Sunday, March 8th! Sad to loose the sleep, but happy to gain the sunshine!
Have a wonderful weekend!
-Mrs. Solomon and Mrs. Salto
HIGHLIGHTS
WMS Tour/Clap Out Shirts
Facilities Survey
Spring Book Fair
Yearbook Cover Contest
Spring Assessments
5 Essentials Parent Survey
BINGO Night
Chik-Fil-A Fundraiser
PTO Interest Form
After School Enrichment Feedback
Cub Scout Plant Fundraiser
Blood Drive
Other Information & Important Dates
5th Grade Families Who Will Be Attending Wredling Middle School This Fall
A message from Wredling!
It’s time to order WMS (Clap out) tour shirts for your 5th-grade student!
This year, in addition to the tour shirt, we are also offering spirit wear for those interested. While purchasing the tour/ clapout shirt is optional, most students choose to wear them when they tour WMS in May. This year, we are using a company for all of our spirit wear purchases. When ordering through this company, all orders will be delivered to the address provided upon purchase.
Timelines:
1. The store is open at the link below (Please note that it can take 7-10 business days to get items delivered through this company, so plan accordingly)
2. Double-check sizing for your child before purchasing.
3. Parents can always reach out to our customer service department at customersupport@1stplacespiritwear.com or amanda@1stplacespiritwear.com.
4. WMS link for tour shirts: SHOP ALL The Tour shirt has the school year 2029. The shirt is pictured above.
AT Identification
Parents will be notified by email by Monday, March 9, if their student has been identified for AT math, Accelerated math (6th grade only), or AT ELA. Families have the opportunity to appeal their child’s placement decision. Families can appeal for AT/Accelerated/Infinity placement by completing this form by May 1, 2026. Recommending a student for further review will not guarantee their placement, but it will prompt a comprehensive review that may/may not include classroom performance reviews and additional testing. More Information about AT pathways is available on the D303 website. Please contact tina.king@d303.org with additional questions.
FACILITIES SURVEY
SPRING BOOK FAIR
YEARBOOK COVER CONTEST
SPRING ASSESSMENTS
COUGARS READING CLUB
5 Essentials Survey
Each year D303 participates in the 5Essentials Survey. This survey is completed by parents, staff and students in grades 4-11. You can find information regarding the survey here , including the link to complete the survey. We strive for as much participation as possible, so if you can take the time to complete the survey, it would be greatly appreciated. Our 4th and 5th grade students will complete their survey during the day with their classroom teacher. You can find the parent survey here.
For additional information, please visit our D303 5Essentials page.
The survey window will close on March 13, 2026.
BINGO NIGHT
Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night
DENTAL REMINDER
NOTE FROM THE NURSE
MEDICATION AT SCHOOL
Medication whether prescription or over the counter can not be administered at school without a medication form completed by your child's physician. Please do not send medication in your child's lunchbox or backpack. The medication needs to be dropped off by an adult in the office in its original packaging with the doctor's order.
WILD ROSE MUSIC PERFORMANCES
STEM
CREATE AN ESTI-MYSTERY
RECESS OPPORTUNITIES
PTO FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER
PTO INTEREST FORM
AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT SURVEY
PTO BOARD
LOST AND FOUND
ATTENDANCE
Please call 331-228-3000 to report absences and choose option "1" or email Sharon Flanigan at sharon.flanigan@d303.org
- Messages can be left 24 hours a day.
- Please leave your name, your child's name, your phone number, reason for the absence and your child's symptoms if ill.
- If you have alerted your student's teacher of the absence by email, please copy in sharon.flanigan@d303.org as well, to avoid an attendance verification daily call.
Please refer to Chapter 2 of the 2025-2026 Student Handbook for detailed district attendance policies and procedures. Click the button below for the handbook!
MENUS
LUNCH AND RECESS SCHEDULE
FOOD AND FEE WAIVERS
Families who wish to learn more about Free and Reduced-Price Meals or fee waivers can find information and application links on the District 303 website under Parents & Community.
• For Free and Reduced-Price Meals, visit: district.d303.org/foodservices
• For Fee Waivers, visit: district.d303.org/fee-waivers
Applications are available year-round for families whose household circumstances may have changed.
ATTENDANCE POLICY UPDATES
D303 Attendance Procedures Update
District 303 attendance procedures were updated and approved at the June 9, 2025, Board Meeting. All district procedures are available in the CUSD 303 Student Handbook found in the Parent/Community tab in the Information column of the districtd303.org website.
Updates to the attendance procedures were made to bring consistency across all schools within the district and to clarify student attendance expectations. One example of an update is the removal of the pre-arranged absence procedure. This aligns with the definitions of excused and unexcused absences found in Section 2.2.
NEW VACATION POLICY:
The pre-arranged absence form and procedure are no longer in use
Vacations during school days are discouraged and will be considered unexcused absences
This change aligns with our commitment to maximizing instructional time for all students
We recognize that families sometimes need flexibility for travel or special circumstances. While we strongly encourage scheduling family trips during school breaks and holidays, we understand that this isn't always possible. We ask for your partnership in minimizing absences during the school year whenever feasible.
Families are encouraged to review the CUSD 303 Student Handbook to familiarize themselves with the districtwide procedures.
CUB SCOUT PLANT FUNDRAISER
EARLY RELEASE DAYS
DISTRICT D303 CALENDAR 2025-2026
EARLY CHILDHOOD OPENING DOORS PROGRAM
YOUTH WRITER'S WORKSHOP
BLOOD DRIVE
WMS CHEER TRYOUTS
RIVERVIEW PRESENTATIONS
District 303 Partners With GPS Parent Series
District 303 is proud to partner with the Glenbard Parent Series (GPS) to offer our families broader access to information sessions and resources that support their child’s development.
For decades, GPS has been offering free programs that aim to empower and strengthen families, individuals and communities. As a partner organization, District 303 will support promoting upcoming programs and their importance to our local community.
SEPAC MEETINGS
COMMUNITY BACKPACK
WILD ROSE DATES TO REMEMBER
March 11 - March 12 - Winter/Spring Bookfair
March 12 - Chess Club 3:30-4:30
March 12 -- Bookfair and BINGO Night 5:00-7:30
March 16 - March 20 - ELA IAR Assessment in the Morning
March 18 - Chik-fil-et Fundraiser
March 24 - 1st and 3rd Grade Music Performances
March 25 - Early Release - 2:35
March 26 - FMSC Fieldtrip for 3rd Grade
March 30 - April 3 - Spring Break
April 7 - 2nd Grade to Legoland
April 16 - Colonial Cafe Fundraiser 4PM
April 17 - School Improvement Day - No Students
April 24 - Science is Fun - ALC
April 27 - Spring Band Concert at Thompson MS
April 29 - Early Release 2:35
Wild Rose Elementary School
Email: Theresa.solomon@d303.org
Website: wildrose.d303.org
Location: 36W730 Red Haw Lane, St. Charles, IL 60174
Phone: (331)228-3000