Hubbard Woods Family Newsletter

Dear Hubbard Woods Families,

This week, our grade level teams are taking time to celebrate and reflect on our school wide data. It’s a meaningful opportunity to recognize the tremendous growth our students have made over the course of the year.

I want to take a moment to especially acknowledge our teachers, who have worked tirelessly to support student learning while also embracing the implementation of a new curriculum. Their dedication to our students continues to have a powerful impact.

We’re excited to carry this momentum forward as we continue working to ensure every student thrives. Thank you for your continued partnership and for joining us in celebrating the work of our remarkable staff.

All the best,

Ivory Ajavon

Principal

June includes four observances on the calendar: LGBTQ+ Pride, Immigrant Heritage, Eid-El-Adha and Juneteenth. The points below may help families to understand what can be expected during the month of June:

• School Bulletin Board displays may include prominent LGBTQ, Immigrant, Muslim and Black American figures.

• Resource Centers will have a display of books that align with the observances of the month, as has occurred throughout the school year.

• Library collections vary by school and are shared with families in principal newsletters as well as the “Belonging Means” newsletter. You can find the Crow Island Destiny Collection here: This allows you to read books at home if you want. Library Destiny Collection

• The Inclusion of LGBTQ+ Pride, on the list of Monthly Observances is not synonymous with K-8 instruction relating to sexuality or sexual identity but rather a recognition of contributions of those in the LGBTQ+ Pride community.

• Sexual health education is taught in fifth and seventh grades, and remains isolated to the existing content and standards in those grades alone. Parents of students in those grades are provided with a preview of the content and able to review materials at their request prior to those units being taught in the spring.

Our observances are designed to build awareness, respect, and understanding among students from all backgrounds and family structures. These celebrations help us teach the values of inclusion, empathy, and shared humanity that are foundational to our educational mission.

As part of our commitment to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and educational environment for all students, the District highlights Monthly Observances that reflect the diverse histories, identities, and contributions within our school community and broader society. These observances are grounded in our values of respect, empathy, and belonging for every child and family. Families can read more about our commitment to equity and inclusion here, and specific information about monthly observances here.

To All Elementary School Families:

Just a quick email to let you know it is that time of year again. Recruitment assemblies will be taking place within the next few weeks at Crow Island, Greeley and Hubbard Woods for current 1st-3rd grade students. 4th grade students will have a separate assembly where they will learn more about the program at Skokie. 4th graders can also start on any string instrument including the string bass!! Students will be introduced to the instruments that they can learn at school: violin, viola, cello and string bass. (4th graders only) The registration forms will be electronic again this year via Google Forms.

If you have more than one child signing up next year, feel free to use the same form for both (all) of your children. The registration deadline will be Friday, June 13th. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

For the current 1st-3rd Grade students

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11Ht_yhorZu0uC6AmKMa_6l1GBSoY1bzqfl5ABvbWx_o/viewform?edit_requested=true

For the current 4th Grade students

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/18F1VD3QswnQ4gy1Fudu--zNjluGxIt_zw6_zpoFRz0c/edit

Mrs. Yue Cai

Some of you may be aware that I am retiring at the end of this school year! It has truly been an honor and a privilege of a lifetime to build this program and dedicate my entire 33 year career to Winnetka and District 36! I believe that with the solid foundation that I've helped to build and this wonderfully supportive community, this elementary string program will continue to thrive far into the future!! Thanks to each and every family for all of the unending support of both your children in the fine arts and the program itself! I will be forever grateful!

All the best,

Mrs. Nussbaum

Please complete registration as soon as possible to secure placement and inform optional services. Use this link to access online registration for both returning and new students

AND…. Don’t forget

🚌 50% Discount on Bus Transportation for 2025–2026! Register via Revtrak

The District is offering optional, parent-paid bus service with a 50% reduced flat fee approved by the School Board.

Transportation Fees & Deadlines:

• $500 flat fee: April 7 – July 11, 2025

• $550 flat fee: July 12 – August 1, 2025

Applies to AM only, PM only, or round-trip service — one price for all.

👶 Kindergarten Transportation

• Half-Day & Extended-Day K: AM-only service eligible

• Extended-Day & Stay & Play Program (fee-based): Eligible for round-trip service

🚨 Important Bus Registration Notes:

• No additional discounts for one-way service or multiple riders

• Bus registration closes August 1 – September 14

Reopens September 15 – 30, 2025

Please be aware that access to the Otus Parent Portal will be turned off on June 30, 2025 in order to prepare for the next school year. Communication will be sent out at the start of the year notifying parents when the portal will be accessible again.

• Tuesday, June 3rd - Kinder Spring Sing at 1:45pm
• Thursday, June 5th - Field Day

• Friday, June 6th - Early Dismissal at 11:20am

• Tuesday, June 10th - Board Meeting at Washburne at 7:15pm

• Monday, June 16th - Last Day of School/ Early Dismissal at 11:20am