Panther Press of Wild Rose
May 1, 2026
A Note from Mrs. Solomon and Mrs. Salto
It's hard to believe that only a few weeks remain in this school year. With the end of the year comes a lot of fun activities including Rose-A-Palooza, concerts, field trips, special classroom projects, and more. The end of the year can mean a change in routine and also a lot of emotions about the school year coming to a close. Please talk to your student about a strong end to the school year. Encourage them to continue to follow the Wild Rose way by demonstrating respect, care, and being a learner in all settings.
We would like to thank the PTO for the wonderful Camp Wild Rose event last Friday! It was great to have the community come together and just have fun!
Have a wonderful weekend!
-Mrs. Solomon and Mrs. Salto
HIGHLIGHTS
Message From Dr. Paul Gordon
Rose-A-Palooza
i-Ready Spring Diagnostic
Staff Appreciation Week
Volunteer Breakfast
Kindergarten Welcome
Returning Student Registration
Band Recruitment
Facilities Updates and Information
Other Information & Important Dates
IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM DR. PAUL GORDAN
THANK YOU from the Troops!!
“Marines with the D Co, 4th LAR, in Okinawa, Japan received the Valentines for Troops from Wild Rose!
On behalf of the Company, Thank You to all the Students who sent their support, the notes were encouraging and many got a lot of laughs from the Marines - 1stSgt Christopher Huth“
ROSE-A-PALOOZA
We are asking that every family complete this form for each of their students. The section on t-shirts is for one of the stations this year. This is a no cost t-shirt provided by the PTO.
i-Ready Spring Diagnostic
The end of year i-Ready diagnostic assessment is scheduled for students to take between May 4th - May 15th for elementary and middle school students. Please see the attached letter below for more information about the assessment and how to access your child's i-Ready diagnostic reports online.
Staff Appreciation Week
Volunteer Breakfast Tuesday, May 12th RSVP By Thursday, May 7th
Welcome Incoming Kindergarten Families Fall 2026
WELCOME to Wild Rose!
Please see the sign up for our kindergarten welcome event that is on May 14th for you and your incoming kindergarten student.
Please fill out the survey for your incoming kindergartener.
Wild Rose 2026-2027 Kindergarten Survey
We are looking forward to meeting our new kindergarten students!
Mrs. Solomon
RETURNING STUDENT REGISTRATON
SCHOOL PHYSICALS
School Physical and Immunization Requirements:
Attention parents of incoming Kindergarten, 6th and 9th grade students! Per Illinois school code, your student will need a school physical and a complete record of immunizations prior to the first day of school next year, which is August 12, 2026. Make your appointments today. These appointments fill up quickly! Please contact your school nurse prior to May 27, 2026 if you need a copy of your child's immunizations. Please note - a sport physical is not the same as a school physical! You may turn the required forms into your school nurse anytime. Please remember to make a copy for your own records!
CHOIR FESTIVAL
BAND RECRUITMENT
RECESS OPPORTUNITIES
PTO APRIL NEWSLETTER
LOST AND FOUND
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.
Art Camp
Registration
CUB SCOUT PLANT FUNDRAISER
FACILITIES UPDATES AND INFORMATION
Update on Facilities Committee Final Report at School Board’s Business Services Committee Meeting
At the April 27 meeting of the School Board’s Business Services Committee, D303 Leadership gave a presentation that includes a timeline of Board discussions about the D303 Communitywide Education Facilities Committee’s Final Report, which includes support for 16 facilities investments totaling an estimated $295.6 million. The presentation also includes an overview of D303’s budgeting process and strong fiscal stewardship.
**Link to Presentation https://district.d303.org/doc/1oVwS7XhD97eNSTMKs5xgw_ay3N83E_t9
Actualización sobre el Informe Final del Comité de Instalaciones Educativas durante la Reunión del Comité de Servicios de Negocios de la Junta Educativa
En la reunión del Comité de Servicios de Negocio de la Junta Educativa del 27 de abril, el personal de liderazgo del Distrito 303 realizó una presentación que incluía un cronograma de los debates de la Junta Educativa sobre el informe final del Comité Comunitario de Instalaciones Educativas del Distrito 303, en el que se respaldan 16 inversiones en instalaciones por un total estimado de $295.6 millones de dólares. La presentación también incluía una visión general del proceso presupuestario del Distrito 303 y de su sólida gestión fiscal.
**Link to Presentation https://district.d303.org/doc/1oVwS7XhD97eNSTMKs5xgw_ay3N83E_t9
Survey Coming: Make Your Voice Heard on D303 Facilities
We want your feedback on the condition of your schools and learning facilities. In mid-May, we will be sending all of D303 a postcard that includes a Facilities Survey. Please keep an eye out for it and share your feedback!
Próxima Encuesta: Da tu Opinión sobre las Instalaciones del Distrito 303
Queremos conocer tu opinión sobre el estado de tus escuelas y las instalaciones educativas. A mediados de mayo, enviaremos a todo el Distrito 303 una tarjeta postal con una encuesta sobre las instalaciones. ¡Estate atento(a) a su llegada y comparte tu opinión!
THOMPSON CELEBRATES 100 YEARS
EARLY CHILDHOOD OPENING DOORS PROGRAM
TMS CHEER TRYOUTS
SUMMER ART CAMPS
CHESS SUMMER CAMP
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
~ENGLISH
Join the Department of Student Services for the final SEPAC Event of the school year.
Empowering the Future: Post-Secondary Community Resource Fair for Individuals with Disabilities
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 from 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Lincoln Professional Learning Center (211 South 6th Ave.)
Please RSVP HERE
[RSVP Link = https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfN-QZnhFSgFBt646t9-LYMqE5c1oWawTbkK5IFFzsbAX7Pzg/viewform]
ASL and Spanish Interpreters will be available. Child Care will be provided by the Interact Club from East High School and D303 Staff.
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Asista al último evento de SEPAC del año escolar, organizado por el Departamento de Servicios Estudiantiles.Impulsando el futuro: Feria de recursos comunitarios de educación postsecundaria para personas con discapacidades
Miércoles 6 de mayo de 2026, de 5:30 a 6:30 pm
Centro de Aprendizaje Profesional Lincoln (211 South 6th Ave.)
Por favor, confirme su asistencia AQUÍ
[RSVP Link = https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfN-QZnhFSgFBt646t9-LYMqE5c1oWawTbkK5IFFzsbAX7Pzg/viewform]
Habrá intérpretes de lengua de señas americana (ASL) y de español. El servicio de cuidado infantil estará a cargo del Club Interact de East High School y del personal del Distrito 303.
SUMMER BAND CAMP
Summer Band Camp
All current band students are invited and encouraged to attend the Summer Band Camp from July 20th - 30th. This fun camp will help you keep up your playing skills over the summer and better prepare you for next school year.
Questions? Contact Mr. Ricardo Quinonez at ricardo.quinonez@d303.org.
D303 SUMMER CAMPS - CLICK ON THE FLYER BELOW
COMMUNITY BACKPACK
WILD ROSE DATES TO REMEMBER
May 1 - 5th Grade Choir Concert at Norris Cultural Arts Center 6:30 PM
May 4 through 8 - iready spring diagnostic
May 4 - Orchestra Concert at Wredling MS 6-7pm
May 4 through 8 - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 4 - 5th Grade Too Good For Drugs Open House 9:15-10:00 AM
May 12 - Volunteer Breakfast 8:05-8:45 AM
May 14 - Kindergarten Welcome 2026-2027
May 15 - 1st Grade to Hickory Knolls 9:15-12:15 PM
May 15 - 5th Grade to Wredling and Thompson MS 10:15-11:45 AM
May 20 - 5th Grade Picnic at Pottawatomie Park 9:15-1:00 PM
May 22 - Rose-a-Palooza - All Day
May 25 - Memorial Day - No School
May 26 - 5th Grade Celebration 1:45-3:00 PM
May 27 - Last Town Hall
May 27 - All School Assembly
May 27 - Last Day of School
June 3 - Report Cards Posted on HAC
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