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Bright Beginnings

Week of Monday, Aug 31st - Friday, Sept 4th, 2026

Bright Beginnings  Week of Monday, Aug 31st - Friday, Sept 4th, 2026
BrightBeginnings Week of Monday, Aug 31st - Friday, Sept 4th, 2026

๐Ÿ“† This Week at a Glance ๐Ÿ“† This Week at a Glance

September 7-12 September 7-12

Monday: No School Labor Day

Tuesday: Welcome Back Otters


7:00 pm D200 Board of Education meeting @ WHS Library


Wednesday: Picture Day

Thursday:

  • 9:00 Fire Drill Practice with Fire Department

Friday:


  • Woodstock Crosstown Spirit Day! Wear either your Woodstock North or Woodstock High School Spirit Wear

Safety Drills Safety Drills

Fire Drill Preparation

Safety is our top priority, and practicing routine responses helps ensure our students feel calm and prepared in any situation. On Thursday, September 3rd at 1:00, our school will conduct a planned Fire drill.

How We Support Our Students During Drills:

  • Visual & Social Prep: Staff will review social stories and visual schedules with students prior to the drill so they know what to expect.

  • Sensory Supports: Noise-canceling headphones, sensory tools, and designated quiet spaces will be accessible throughout the practice.

  • Staff Guidance: 1:1 and small-group staff will guide students through each step at a manageable pace to minimize anxiety.

No action is needed from you, but you are welcome to talk with your child about safety practice at home using your usual routines. If your child requires specific accommodations during safety events that we haven't already discussed, please reach out to your classroom team. I have attached some supports that you may use at home.


Social Story for D200 systems Book:

https://console.nerchat.com/share/6a875d5fcce46eba893b94fa

Fire Drill Song for School | It's a Fire Drill | Social Story | Learning Song for Children

Fire Drill Rules Social Story (with Visuals for ELLs)

Fire Drill Social Script Narrated

Fire Drill at School | Calm Social Story for Autistic & Special Needs

Fire Drill at School | Calm Social Story for Autistic & Special Needs

Click Here for the Fire Drill Social Story

Picture Day is Coming! Picture Day is Coming!

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Food Service

Please Visit the D200 Food Service Website for important information and to manage your child's lunch account.

Menus

Mealtime Accounts

Free & reduced Meal Applications

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Families and Students Quick Links

D200 Website Families and Students Quick Links

Internet Safety Internet Safety

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๐ŸŒŸ Student Spotlights ๐ŸŒŸ ๐ŸŒŸ Student Spotlights ๐ŸŒŸ

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Students are getting used to their new schedules

Our Bright Beginnings Students have been getting used to their daily Schedules!

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Motor Room

Our Motor Room is growing every week! We are excited to be developing a space where our students can reach their goals!

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Independence

Along with our academic goals, our Bright Beginning students are learning to work and attend to activities independently.

Woodstock D200 Challenger Center Anniversary! Woodstock D200 Challenger Center Anniversary!

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๐Ÿค Support & Resources for Families๐Ÿค ๐Ÿค Support & Resources for Families๐Ÿค

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The following is a list of community agencies, therapists, and private practitioners which some D200 families have utilized for outpatient counseling or evaluations. This information is provided for informational purposes only. Woodstock District 200 cannot recommend or endorse any particular provider and is unable to determine eligibility or coverage for services.


Options and Advocacy for McHenry County

https://www.optionsandadvocacy.org/

PUNS:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ak5EsVUAEueyIciRHw9nxdB8inF8IEc5/view


CARES Referral Line

(800) 345-9049 (for families with Medicaid or no insurance)


Pioneer Center for Human Services (815) 344-1230

4031 W. Dayton St.

McHenry




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Bright Beginnings

Email: jsmith1@wcusd200.org

phone: 815-337-7020

Attendance: 815-337-7022

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