Panther Press of Wild Rose

My name is Mrs. Kara Salto and I am very excited to join the D303 family this year! I will be serving as the Assistant Principal both at Ferson Creek Elementary School and Wild Rose Elementary School. I will primarily be in the building at Ferson Creek on Mondays and Thursdays, at Wild Rose on Tuesdays and Fridays, and Wednesdays will be flexible.

I began my educational career in the Hiawatha School District serving as both a 5th and 2nd grade teacher. Prior to coming to D303, I worked in the Kaneland School District serving as a 2nd and 3rd grade teacher, Interventionist, Assistant Principal, and Principal.

I look forward to supporting and collaborating with staff, students, families, and the D303 community. My number one goal will always be that your child is safe and learning. I believe it is so important to partner and collaborate with families to best support the needs of students. Clear and transparent communication is critical.

On a personal level, I live in Sugar Grove with my husband and our two cats. I enjoy listening to audiobooks, going on walks, Crossfit, and latin dancing.

I can be reached by email at Kara.Salto@d303.org and by phone at (331) 228-6855.

I can’t wait to meet you soon!

Wild Rose Classroom Staff 2025-2026

Welcome Back Day

Picture Day

Notification of Transportation

Welcome New Kindergarten Students

Incoming Kindergarten Survey

Kindergarten Health Information

Summer Learning Opportunities

Register for Band

New Playground

Other Information & Important Dates

Kindergarten

• Mrs. Gibson
• Ms. Najera
• Ms. Thompson

• Mrs. Algrim
• Mrs. Brolsma
• Mrs. Lemen
• Mrs. Townsend

• Mrs. Gilmore
• Ms. Klyczek
• Mrs. McFadden
• Mrs. Sammons

• Ms. Ambrogio
• Mr. Hancock
• Mrs. Holstein
• Mrs. Sipes

• Ms. Fellows
• Mrs. Hesik
• Mrs. Johnson
• Dr. Katrein

• Dr. Biggs- Tucker
• Ms. Retka
• Mr. Kunkel
• Mr. Tucker

Next week's news will include a link for families to view all of the different staff members from classrooms to the lunchroom below. Any staff missing will be updated in the first week of school.

Class Assignments

Teacher assignments are available on Home Access Center (HAC). Please know classroom assignments can be subject to change until the first day of school.

In order to learn of your child’s classroom teacher please make sure you are registered on the Home Access Center (HAC). If you previously registered, your login names and passwords have not changed, and you do not need to re-register. If you are new or have not previously registered you can set up your account following the steps on the pdf below.

All students and families are invited to drop off school supplies and to meet classroom teachers on Monday, August 11th from 4:00-6:00 pm.

I encourage you to follow the schedule below. This will assist us in meeting your needs in a timely manner and should cut down on the crowds in classrooms, as well as congestion in our parking lot and around the building. However, please understand you are welcome to come anytime between 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm if you have a scheduling conflict.

For our families that are new to Wild Rose, staff members will be offering guided tours of the building, where they can answer any questions you may have.

• 4:00-5:00 pm - Last names beginning with A - I

• 4:30-5:30 pm - Last names beginning with J - Q

• 5:00-6:00 pm - Last names beginning with R - Z

We are really hoping the extended picture time is helpful and people take advantage of coming and getting pictures outside of the welcome back time. Pictures are in the community room. Please enter at door 23.

Picture Day for Wild Rose Elementary School is scheduled for
Monday, Aug 11.

This event's Order Code is 0102SKF.

https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0102SKF.

Transportation route information for elementary school students will be available online August 6th. When available, parents may log in to the VersaTrans e-Link via the included site -

https://district.d303.org/tools/bus-routes using their Home Access Center (HAC) login credentials. When logging in, please do not check the Authenticate using Network Credentials box.

Message from the Health office for preparing for 2025-2026 School Year

Incoming Kindergarteners

Dear Incoming Kindergarten Parents:

The health office is excited to welcome your incoming kindergartener to Wild Rose. A part of the required paperwork for kindergarten includes: proof of required immunizations, up to date physical examination, eye examination, and dental examination. Immunizations and physical examinations are due by the first day of school (8/13/2025), the vision exam is due by 10/15/2025, and the dental exam is due by 5/15/2025. The forms for these requirements can be found:

Physical and Immunization Form

Dental Examination Form

Vision Examination Form

If needed the religious exemption form - Religious Exemption Form

More details regarding requirements please see Health Requirements by Grade

Please call the health office with any questions (331-228-3004). Forms can be emailed to amy.julien@d303.org faxed (331-228-3001), or dropped off to the main office.

Forms for Medication and Health Conditions at School

Dear Parents:

Thinking ahead to next school year, if your child had medication or physician orders or action plans in the health office, your child will need a new form completed for the 2025-26 school year. If you are in need of any of the asthma, allergy, seizure, or medication authorization forms, the forms can be found at:

• Medication Authorization Form

• Rescue Inhaler/EpiPen Self Carry Authorization Form
  

• Asthma Forms

• Life Threatening Allergy Forms

• Seizure Action Plan

Please call the health office (331-228-3004) with any questions. Forms can be emailed to amy.julien@d303.org faxed (331-228-3001), or dropped off to the main office.

How To Be Involved with the Wild Rose PTO

Sign up for both the student directory AND parent portal on our new website https://wildrose.ptboard.com/home

Pay dues on PushCoin https://store.d303.org/?YCY57LFFT5=45AHLFR4YK#!/products/5VCN4P7CJW

The new website has a lot of new features that will help us parents stay informed, organized, and involved in Wild Rose events! Just click on the link, click on "Submit my student directory." Fill out your information to have access to our announcements, calendar, and access to an optional student directory which is great for birthday invites and playdates!

August 1 - Teacher Assignments Released on Home Access Center (HAC)

August 6 - Transportation Routes

August 11 - Picture Day 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Community Room

August 11 - Welcome Back Event 4- 6 PM

August 13 - First Day of 2025-2026 School Year

August 29 - Institute Day - No School for Students

September 1 - Labor Day No School

Email: Theresa.solomon@d303.org
Website: wildrose.d303.org
Location: 36W730 Red Haw Lane, St. Charles, IL 60174
Phone: (331)228-3000