Hubbard Woods Family Newsletter

Dear Hubbard Woods families,

Each year, the Illinois State Board of Education asks families, students, and staff to complete the Illinois 5Essentials Survey. The survey is confidential, takes about five minutes to complete, and can be accessed here.

Currently, 19% of Hubbard Woods families have participated, and we would greatly appreciate your support in helping increase parent participation. Your feedback helps inform how we continue to strengthen the school experience for all students.

The survey closes March 13, 2026.

Thank you in advance,

Ivory

Access to Playground on Southside in the Mornings

We recognize that the change to the south side entrance may require an adjustment for some families, and we appreciate your patience as we work through this transition. Until we are able to install an additional gate, a staff member will be stationed at Door 14 from 8:20–8:30 a.m. to allow students to enter the playground from the south side of the building.

Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we work to support a smooth and safe arrival for students.

Not Quite Little Kid, Not Quite Teenager: The Developmental Progression of the Middle School Child (Virtual Zoom Event)

March 11th

9:30 AM

Join Principal Cooney and Assistant Principal Castillo-Oh (The Skokie School) and Principal Livingston and Assistant Principal Horwitz (Carleton Washburne School) for an informational session focusing on the ins and outs of the growing middle school child. We will spend time exploring both the academic and social-emotional needs appropriate to 5th-8th grade children, how they change over that four year span, as well as the neurological changes that contribute to these needs. Parents with current middle schoolers, or soon-to-be middle schoolers, are encouraged to join us for an engaging, encouraging and educational hour together.

Join Zoom Webinar

https://winnetka36.zoom.us/s/84963728831?pwd=Iv7G7M94IfInv52SyxoPKaORMenmpd.1

Passcode:911400

Interested: RSVP here

Acceleration Request Window

Illinois’ Accelerated Placement Act requires public school districts to maintain policies that allow for both single-subject and whole-grade acceleration when appropriate.

To learn more about how District 36 implements its acceleration policy, families may:

View this overview infographic
Visit the district’s Early Entrance and Acceleration webpage
Watch the January 2025 Winnetka Parent Institute session on acceleration

Families who are considering whether acceleration may be an appropriate option for their child are encouraged to begin with this parent reflection worksheet, which is designed to support thoughtful decision-making prior to submitting a request.

The request form for accelerated programming for the 2026–27 school year is now open. The request window runs from March 2 through March 20.

Questions about the acceleration policy may be directed to Dr. Becky Mathison, Assistant Superintendent of Innovation, Teaching and Learning, at beckymathison@winnetka36.org.

Monthly Observances: Women's History Month

Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society and has been observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987. Women’s History Month is a dedicated month to reflect on the often-overlooked contributions of women to United States history. From Abigail Adams to Susan B. Anthony, Sojourner Truth to Rosa Parks, the timeline of women’s history milestones stretches back to the founding of the United States.

Adventures in Learning Registration

Registration opens March 2 at 1:00 PM for Winnetka residents. Classes fill quickly, so we encourage you to review the Adventures in Learning Program Guide in advance and be ready to register at 1:00 PM.

Important Links:

Adventures in Learning 2025 Program Details.

Registration- Winnetka Revtrak

📅 Save the Dates

Wednesday, March 18th - Math Night at Hubbard Woods 6pm-6:45pm
Monday, March 30th - Friday, April 3rd -No School (Spring Break)
Monday, April 6th - School Resumes
Tuesday, April 7th - 10th - Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) State Testing for 3rd and 4th graders