Hubbard Woods Family Newsletter

Dear Hubbard Woods Families,

At Hubbard Woods and across The Winnetka Public Schools, we are always working to grow, reflect, and improve so that every child feels known, supported, and inspired. As part of this commitment, our district is partnering with Studer Education to gather feedback from families about their school experiences.

We invite you to take a few moments to complete the Parent/Caregiver Experience Survey:

👉 The Winnetka Public Schools – Parent/Caregiver Experience Survey

Your feedback is incredibly valuable. It helps us celebrate what is working well and guides us as we think thoughtfully about where we can continue to improve—for our students, our families, and our school community.

The survey will remain open until January 30, 2026. Thank you for your time, your honesty, and your continued partnership. We are truly grateful to work alongside you in supporting our students.

Ivory Ajavon

Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences are approaching, and we’re looking forward to connecting with families. Based on feedback from parents and staff following fall conferences, a few updates to simplify the process and improve the experience.

Conference Sign-Up

• Sign-up opens: February 6 at noon

• Sign-up closes: February 24 at noon

• Families will sign up online through SchoolCloud using their school’s link below.

After February 24 at noon, any changes to a conference appointment will need to be made by contacting the school office.

Simplified Login

• Parents will no longer need a unique access code.

• Instead, you’ll log in by entering your contact information and your child’s birthdate, which should make signing in, especially for video conferences, much easier.

Helpful Reminders & Resources

• Conference appointments are scheduled for a set length of time. **Please note that video conferences will end automatically at the scheduled time.

• Reminders will be sent to families who have not yet signed up and to those with upcoming conference appointments.

• Review this guide for additional information

School Sign-Up Link

• Hubbard Woods: https://hubbardwoodselementary.schoolcloud.co.uk/

We appreciate your partnership and look forward to meaningful conversations about your child’s learning and growth.

Families of Winnetka preschool-aged children (ages 3–5) who receive or may need special education services are invited to attend a virtual Preschool Services Webinar on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

This webinar will explain how The Winnetka Public Schools supports preschool-aged students by completing screenings and/or evaluations to determine eligibility for services. Families will learn about our partnerships with community preschools, the continuum of services available for children ages 3–5, and how individualized supports are provided in inclusive settings. The session will also review what transitions to kindergarten look like for students with IEPs, including timelines and staffing.

There will be time for questions, and families will leave with a clearer understanding of how District 36 works with families and community partners to ensure continuity, quality, and strong transition planning.

Register HERE.

Dear Parents,

We wanted to take a moment to share a gentle reminder as several illnesses are currently circulating in our school community.

To help keep all students and staff healthy, we kindly ask that you please be mindful about keeping your child home if they are showing signs of illness, such as fever, vomiting, persistent cough, or other symptoms that may be contagious. Allowing children time to rest and recover at home not only supports their well-being, but also helps prevent the spread of illness to others.

We truly appreciate your partnership and understanding as we work together to maintain a healthy and safe learning environment for everyone. If you have any questions or are unsure whether your child is well enough to attend school, please review the district health guidelines or don’t hesitate to reach out.

Thank you for your continued support.

Nurse J

Registration for incoming kindergarteners and students new to The Winnetka Public Schools in 2026/2027 is now open on the District website and via this link. Children who will be five-years-old on or before September 1, 2026, are eligible to enroll. Children will not be considered enrolled until both the online and paper portion of registration has been completed and residency documentation is verified. If you have any questions, please visit the District website or contact the Registrar at 847-446-9400.

Kindergarten students who are not currently enrolled in Stay & Play will have the opportunity to register (via revtrak) through January 31, 2026. After purchasing Kindergarten Stay & Play registration, your child will be able to begin their attendance in the program the following Monday so the schools can plan accordingly.

• Thursday, January 26th - January 30th - Middle of Year Benchmark Assessments
• Week of January 26th - Month of Service Learning Culmination Project (Radical Generosity)
• Tuesday, January 27th at 6:30pm - 4th grade National Anthem at New Trier
• Tuesday, January 27th - School Board Meeting at Washburne at 7:15pm
• Thursday, February 26th & Friday, February 27th - Parent Teacher Conferences (No Student Attendance)