During this fall, classes have been encouraged to use our outdoor spaces for instruction. We’ve done this for a couple of reasons. First, we have a fabulous middle school facility and we want to take advantage of these outdoor spaces to give students a break from wearing their masks for at least a few minutes while following social distancing guidelines. As cooler weather approaches, we would like students to prepare for their school day knowing that if the weather permits they may be outside for a class period or two, especially during Physical Education class. Our goal is to continue offering students the option to enjoy their lunch outside as long as possible as well. PE classes, students having lunch, and others will be permitted to go outside if the temperature is above freezing and other outdoor conditions warrant it (wind, sun, etc.). Please make sure your middle schooler is dressing accordingly each day.

As we prepare for Parent-Teacher Conferences, we have created a Zoom Cheat Sheet to help make your experience go smoother. We strongly encourage you to read through the linked directions and download the FREE Zoom app ahead of time.

Zoom Cheat Sheet:

• English
• Spanish

HERE is our D303 Calendar for November. Please note that we do not have school in the State of Illinois on November 3 due to the election. November 9 is also now a Remote Learning Planning Day with students not in attendance.

October 8 and 9 - Parent-Teacher Conferences

October 12 - Columbus Day

November 3 - Election Day - NEW THIS YEAR!

November 9 - Remote Learning Planning Day for Staff

November 23-27- Thanksgiving Break

UPDATE YOUR CALENDAR!

SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS FOR THE YEARBOOK

Current theme: "HOMETOWN HEROES" - Pictures with family or friends who are front line workers in healthcare, police, fire, grocery, teachers, etc.

• Pictures can be shared through the Google drive or email at Timothy.Massie@d303.org OR
• CLICK THE IMAGE BELOW (computer or smartphone) and use access code - redhawks)

Hello Wredling Families!
Thank you to all who ordered Wredling Spirit Wear. There was a communication error from the vendor’s system when purchases were made and we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. All items arrived at the end of the day yesterday. They are individually packaged and labeled for safe delivery.

The plan is that students will receive items at school when they are in attendance on their group day (A day students will receive theirs today). Remote students will be able to pick up their order in the main office.

We thank you for your patience during this new process.

Wredling Spirit Wear Chairs

D303 has now set clear expectations that all middle school and high school students wear their IDs at all times. If a student does not have an ID, they will need to purchase a new one for $5 in the LRC. The $5 will be charged to your child's PushCoin account. This can add up very quickly if a student does not have their ID several times. Please be sure to talk to your student about showing responsibility by wearing their ID/lanyards at all times, and so that they understand the financial implications of having to buy replacement ID/lanyards.

• Students received 1 ID and can get 1 additional ID for free.
• Students received 1 lanyard and can get 1 additional lanyard for free.

This is your chance to offer a shout out to one of our WMS staff members who has done something great, gone above and beyond the call of duty, or who has made a difference in your life (or your child's life). These will be added to our weekly newsletter to staff!