Westmoor Weekly 01/30/26

Dear Westmoor Families,

It’s been a busy week at Westmoor! Our second through fifth grade students completed the MAP test, and, as always, they did an excellent job. The results will provide us with valuable insights to tailor instruction based on each student’s strengths and areas for growth.

Conference scheduling opened up on Wednesday. Be sure to check your email and sign up for a conference time. Just a quick reminder: during conference week, students will have a half day with dismissal at 12pm on Thursday, February 12th. There will be no school on Friday, February 13th, and Monday, February 16th.

Exciting things are happening this month, and we need YOU to help make them amazing! Check out the sign-ups below to volunteer for our Book Fair and STEM Night.

Lastly, next week we will celebrate D28 Spirit Week as we kick off the Winter Olympics! Below are the details—we hope everyone joins in the fun.

Each week students may submit a positive quote that captures and motivates their peers to persevere and feel good. We then showcase the quotes throughout the school building. Students may submit a quote, using this link.

The winter parent-teacher conferences for K-5 will be held on February 11 from 4:30-6:30 in-person and 6:30-7:30 via Zoom and on February 12 from 1-3 p.m. via Zoom and 3-8 p.m. in-person. Pick-A-Time Scheduler opened at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28, and will close at 7 p.m. Feb. 9. You should have received an email from district data specialist Lisa Brown on Jan. 26 with instructions. Parent-teacher conference information.

Ms. Hiltz will be celebrating World Read Aloud Day with students in grades K-5 (along with special guest, Krieger, Meadowbrook's Facility Dog) and sharing her book, Krieger's Crew.

Want a personalized copy of Krieger's Crew? Simply go to the Krieger's Crew Website and place your order!

Questions? Contact Mrs. LaCerra, our library media specialist!

Get ready to show your school spirit—Olympic style! District 28 students and staff are participating in an Olympic-themed spirit week, Feb. 2- Feb. 6, ahead of the 2026 winter games in Italy!

• Monday 2/2: Opening Ceremonies Day (Dress in your country's colors or Olympic colors, USA or International Colors Encouraged!)
• Tuesday 2/3: Winter Wonderland Day (Wear white, silver, or blue to create a “snowy” look.)
• Wednesday 2/4: Team Spirit/Sports Jersey Day (Wear your favorite team’s gear- Olympic, college, or professional!)
• Thursday 2/5: Go for the Gold Day (Dress in gold, or go all out in metallics (gold, silver, bronze).
• Friday 2/6: Cozy Closing Ceremonies (Wear your favorite pajamas, slippers, or cozy socks.)

We’re excited to showcase the special moments and achievements of our students and their families. Whether it’s a holiday, cultural tradition, a child’s milestone like riding a bike without training wheels, a big win at a soccer game, welcoming a new pet, or anything else that makes you proud — we’d love to feature it! Here is the link to share a photo and brief description.

Our Valentine’s Day Treat Day is around the corner! We are partnering with Do-Rite Donuts – Gluten Free and Vegan options are available! Order on the PTO Website by February 6th and we will deliver them to your child at lunch on February 11th!

Treat a staff member by buying them a donut too! We will purchase enough for each staff member – any extra funds raised will be used for staff treats at a later date and to fund goodies for teacher appreciation week!

Please sign up to help out with Marla's lunch! Slot have opened through the end of the year. Thanks for volunteering! CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER

Happy Shopping! Stop by the Anderson Book Fair during Parent Teacher Conferences February 10th – 12th. Peruse your child’s and teacher wish list and perhaps some books for yourself!

You can also order at www.abcfairs.com. Enter the school name at checkout!

If you would like to volunteer to help with the bookfair please sign up below for a shift or two.

- Please click here to volunteer!

Get ready for a night of discovery, creativity, and hands-on fun! VOLUNTEERS are needed to help make this event great. Please sign-up below.

Join Westmoor families and friends for an afternoon of fun at a Chicago Wolves game on Sunday, March 8 at 3pm. Everyone who attends will receive a Chicago Wolves hat and will be seated together in the same section. Game day promotions include a Bobblehead Giveaway, courtesy of Republic Bank of Chicago, Family Sunday presented by Scott Credit Union and an autograph session with Wolves players after the game.

https://www.gofevo.com/event/westmoorfamilyday

Do you have a child entering kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year? Northbrook 28 offers full-day kindergarten at each of our three elementary schools. To be eligible for kindergarten enrollment, children must turn five years old on or before September 1 of the enrollment year. Online registration for children who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026, will be held from February 2, 2026, to February 9, 2026. Click here to learn more about kindergarten in District 28.

Are you seeking a nurturing and engaging early childhood program (ages 3-5) for your little one? District 28's Young Explorers program is offering a free developmental screening on February 19 for families who wish to enroll students at the start of the 2026-27 school year. Screenings are available for children ages three to five who live within the District 28 boundary area. To schedule a screening, please contact Helene Josephson, Administrative Assistant for Young Explorers, at 847-504-3809 or hjosephson@northbrook28.net. Click here to learn more about the program!

Monday 2/2 - Max & Benny's

Tuesday 2/3 - Panera

Wednesday 2/4 - Steak-n-Shake & Oki Sushi

Thursday 2/5 - Rosati's Pizza Day

Friday 2/6 - Egg Harbor

Order by Tuesday at 12pm for the following week

To order click on the link below. If you are new to Marla's Lunch, use code NPS302 when creating an account.

Volunteer to help with Marla's Lunch here! - Slots through end of year are available.

Thanks for volunteering!

February 2-6: Olympic Spirit Week (All D28)

February 6: WM PTO Meeting @2:15pm

February 10-12: WM PTO Book Fair

February 11: K-4 Valentine's Day Party, 2:45-3:30pm

February 11: Parent-Teacher Conferences 4:40-7:30pm

February 12: Early dismissal @12pm; Parent-Teacher conferences 1-8pm

February 13: NO SCHOOL - Institute Day

February 16: NO SCHOOL - President's Day

February 20: Science Fair & STEM Night 6:30-8:00pm

February 21: Beginning Orchestra Recitals @ NBJH - 1:00pm

February 23: NBJH Wind Ensemble & Beginning Band Concert @NBJH - 7:00pm

February 24: Cadet, Philharmonic and Chamber Orchestra Concert @NBJH - 7pm

February 26: Beginning & String Orchestra Concert @ NBJH - 7:00pm

February 28: Cheers to 28 Fundraiser at the Putt Shack

March 2: NB28CC Laetus and Something More Concert @GB - 7:00pm

March 3: NB28CC Singers Concert @ GB - 6:00pm

March 3: NB28CC Gleo Concert @GB - 7:00pm

March 4: Junior, Concert Band & Jazz Factory Concert @NBJH - 7:00pm

March 6: End of Trimester 2

March 6: Westmoor PTO meeting @2:15pm