Holmes families, don’t miss summer storytime on Wednesday, Aug. 6 at 5:30 p.m. Join Principal Maldonado and Assistant Principal Hansen as they read some stories and answer questions about the upcoming school year. We’ll see you there! #d60learns
Let’s spotlight another D60 Board Member!
Rob Schaefer has been a part of the Maercker D60 community since 2018. Since 2012, he has been working as an insurance broker and helps public and private employers better manage their employee benefit offerings and costs.
His interest in running and joining the school board began with positive experiences within the district for his two currently enrolled sons and two daughters who will be joining the district in the coming years.
“I felt it was important to be a representative of my local community and to be involved on behalf of my kids and their peers,” said Rob.
In his free time, Rob enjoys quality time with his family at the Morton Arboretum, camping, and cooking
Rob Schaefer has been a part of the Maercker D60 community since 2018. Since 2012, he has been working as an insurance broker and helps public and private employers better manage their employee benefit offerings and costs.
His interest in running and joining the school board began with positive experiences within the district for his two currently enrolled sons and two daughters who will be joining the district in the coming years.
“I felt it was important to be a representative of my local community and to be involved on behalf of my kids and their peers,” said Rob.
In his free time, Rob enjoys quality time with his family at the Morton Arboretum, camping, and cooking
Thank you to the Maercker PTA for hosting the Wildcat Splash events this summer! They were a great way for Wildcats to come together and have some fun before the school year begins. #d60learns #d60swims
Let’s spotlight another member of the Maercker D60 Board of Education!
Priya Linson has been part of the D60 community for 11 years and serves as the Regional Executive Director for OneGoal, leading their postsecondary success work for students across the Midwest. She is responsible for OneGoal’s work engaging with districts, states, and philanthropy. The organization serves thousands of students by ensuring schools and districts have the tools to provide the highest quality advising in high school so that students can effectively craft their future plans.
“I believe strongly that every student should have access to the highest quality education possible,” said Priya. “I want to leverage my 25 years working in public education to improve access for all students in our district, and the best strategies toward improving student outcomes that we can afford.”
In her free time she enjoys cooking, reading, spending time outdoors, and traveling with her family.
Priya Linson has been part of the D60 community for 11 years and serves as the Regional Executive Director for OneGoal, leading their postsecondary success work for students across the Midwest. She is responsible for OneGoal’s work engaging with districts, states, and philanthropy. The organization serves thousands of students by ensuring schools and districts have the tools to provide the highest quality advising in high school so that students can effectively craft their future plans.
“I believe strongly that every student should have access to the highest quality education possible,” said Priya. “I want to leverage my 25 years working in public education to improve access for all students in our district, and the best strategies toward improving student outcomes that we can afford.”
In her free time she enjoys cooking, reading, spending time outdoors, and traveling with her family.
In case you missed it, Holmes Primary School is hosting another Summer Storytime event on Wednesday, Aug. 6 at 5:30 p.m. Join Principal Maldonado and Assistant Principal Hansen as they read some stories and answer questions about the upcoming school year. We’ll see you there! #d60learns
The D60 Board of Education is a wonderful group of community members who help with the overall governance of our district. We wanted to give members an opportunity to share more about themselves!
We’ll kick it off with a fixture of the community and the board, Lisa Bishop:
Lisa Bishop has a long history in the District, having lived here more than 50 years. She attended Holmes, Maercker, and Westview and was in the first 7th grade class to attend Westview Hills after it was built. Her two children have graduated from the district and her father served on the Board of Education for 13 years. She previously served on the board for 17 years before being elected again in 2023.
She works as a Food Stylist and says she loves her job because it is different every day and presents problem solving challenges constantly. She studied architecture and received her degree in food science and says that both come in handy in her work. She really enjoys being an entrepreneur, and more recently started a second company with a short term rental and long term rental.
“I am proud of this district and its vision for students,” said Lisa. “I helped pass a referendum many years ago and wanted to be involved in protecting funds while supporting staff and students. My father served on the D60 board and it has been fun to carry on his legacy.”
When asked about what she likes to do in her free time she said, “Free time? What's that? Just kidding. I really love to travel and read. I also enjoy all types of projects!”
We’ll kick it off with a fixture of the community and the board, Lisa Bishop:
Lisa Bishop has a long history in the District, having lived here more than 50 years. She attended Holmes, Maercker, and Westview and was in the first 7th grade class to attend Westview Hills after it was built. Her two children have graduated from the district and her father served on the Board of Education for 13 years. She previously served on the board for 17 years before being elected again in 2023.
She works as a Food Stylist and says she loves her job because it is different every day and presents problem solving challenges constantly. She studied architecture and received her degree in food science and says that both come in handy in her work. She really enjoys being an entrepreneur, and more recently started a second company with a short term rental and long term rental.
“I am proud of this district and its vision for students,” said Lisa. “I helped pass a referendum many years ago and wanted to be involved in protecting funds while supporting staff and students. My father served on the D60 board and it has been fun to carry on his legacy.”
When asked about what she likes to do in her free time she said, “Free time? What's that? Just kidding. I really love to travel and read. I also enjoy all types of projects!”
Thanks to all of the Holmes families who joined Principal Maldonado and Assistant Principal Hansen for Storytime last week! It was so much fun that we have decided to add another event, so be sure to join us on Wednesday, Aug. 6 at 5:30 p.m. #d60learns
Kindergarten Leap kicks off next week at Holmes! We are so excited to meet our new Wildcats and have a great time learning together. Check out the feature story from the first year of Kindergarten Leap to learn more about this awesome program!
https://www.maercker.org/article/1461069
https://www.maercker.org/article/1461069
Westview Hills families, information was sent out earlier this week about Fall Sports via email. Don't miss the chance for your students to get involved! #d60learns
Here’s another fun fourth grade learning moment from the 2024-25 school year. Mr. Leo Hazou and Tavi visited the whole 4th grade and taught the students about service dogs. As a volunteer service dog trainer, he shared how dogs were initially trained, how they are matched with families, and taught students what to do if they see a service dog in public. He also demonstrated some skills Tavi does to help at home with a daughter with autism. The students learned so much and asked many excellent questions to learn more! #d60learns
Holmes families, don’t forget to join us this week for Summer Storytime on the Lawn happening on Wednesday, July 16! Come relax on the lawn at Holmes Primary School and meet new Holmes Principal Mrs. Maldonado and enjoy a picnic lunch while she and Assistant Principal Hansen read some of their favorite books. #d60learns
We are a week away from the next Wildcat Splash coming up on Friday, July 18. The June event sold out so don’t wait! Learn more and get your tickets:
https://www.maerckerpta.org/wildcat-splash
https://www.maerckerpta.org/wildcat-splash
You still have some summer left, but it’s never a bad time to download the school year calendar to plan your year. Lots of learning is just around the corner! #d60learns https://www.maercker.org/documents/calendars/593277
Before the school year ended, fourth graders at Maercker hosted a special guest! Ms. Rania Talhami visited each class to teach about her experience as a person who experienced becoming blind. She talked about her challenges from being sighted for 45 years to not being able to see instantly, and her commitment to study and become a certified massage therapist after her disability. She shared how technology and apps help her navigate her world, how she learned braille, and spoke about perseverance through hardship. Students were able to see the tools and braille books with their own hands. So cool! #d60learns
Do you want to join with other passionate D60 parents to support our schools? Find a way to join or support the Maercker PTA with lots of ways to get involved! https://www.maerckerpta.org/volunteer
A huge shout out to the Maercker Summer Band students who absolutely rocked the National Anthem at the Kane County Cougars game a few weeks ago! #d60learns #d60rocks
Happy Independence Day from Maercker D60!
The next Wildcat Splash is coming up on Friday, July 18. Learn more and get your tickets:
https://www.maerckerpta.org/wildcat-splash
Today (Tuesday, July 1) is the last day to order school supplies through the Maercker PTA and 1st Day School Supplies sale to have supplies ready to go on the first day. Check out the details at the link: https://www.1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/32620
Don’t forget that Maercker D60 offices remain closed through Friday, July 4. We will return to the office for summer hours on Monday, July 7. Enjoy your summer break!
