The Bulldog Brief

Dear Walker Elementary Families,

As we wrap up another incredible school year, I want to take a moment to thank all of you for your continued support, partnership, and trust. This year was filled with so many wonderful memories, celebrations, and achievements, and none of it would have been possible without our amazing students, staff, and families working together.

Thank you for sharing your children with us each day. It has been a joy to watch them learn, grow, build friendships, and create lasting memories throughout the year. We are so proud of all they have accomplished both inside and outside the classroom.

I also want to thank our families for the countless ways you supported our school community — from attending events and volunteering your time to encouraging your children each day. Your partnership truly makes Walker such a special place.

As summer break begins in a week or so, I hope your family has time to relax, recharge, and enjoy special moments together. Whether your summer is filled with adventures, vacations, camps, or simply enjoying slower days at home, I wish each of you a safe, happy, and amazing summer break.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the fall for another great year at Walker!

25: Memorial Day-No School

27: Field Day

28: All School Step Up Day

29: 5th Grade Farewell Picnic

6/1: Last Day of School- Dismissal At 1:50

Please see below for information regarding registration for the 2026-27 School Year.

Please see the flyer below for our full day Pre-K Offerings

See flyer below if elementary athletic opportunities for the 2026-27 School Year

The link below is a current listing of all the events District 104 offers to families. Please visit the link so you don't miss out on great programming!

Hello Walker families!

Registration health documents for the 26-27 school year are due August 1st . This includes students who are new to the district and ALL students entering kindergarten, 2nd and 6th grade next school year.

Please note: all action plans and medication authorization forms are to be updated every school year and are due by August 1st.

Wishing you all a safe and fun summer. Looking forward to new and returning faces in the new school year! 🌞

As the year come to a close, we want to celebrate our teachers and staff members that have dedicated some much of their lives for our students. Congratulations to Mrs. Eva Manzke, Suzanne Kaminski, and Imelda Huerta. Together that have dedicated over 90 years to the students and families of School District 104!

Students pictured below demonstrated Excellence in Respect!

Students who attend school regularly feel more connected to their school community and are more engaged in learning. As a result, they are more likely to earn better grades and test scores and have greater chances of graduating and achieving postsecondary success.

It is crucial to start setting good attendance habits in the child's first year in school. Preschoolers who are chronically absent are likely to continue to be chronically absent as they get older in school. From pre-K through high school, poor attendance can negatively affect students socially and emotionally:

• They feel out of place
• They fall behind in their work
• They miss meaningful opportunities that can inspire their future
• They have a hard time working with others
• They don't see how school is connected to their future success

Students who are chronically absent are more likely to have low grades and test scores and are less likely to be on track for high school graduation.

The students below had perfect attendance for the month of April! Great job families!

Please open the file below for May's lunch menu.