Today, Westview Hills 7th and 8th grade students had the incredible opportunity to welcome U.S. Congressman Sean Casten to our school!

Rep. Casten spoke with students about the inner workings of government, the importance of civic engagement, and what it’s like to represent our community in Washington, D.C. Our students came prepared with fantastic questions, showcasing their curiosity and leadership!

Thank you, Congressman Casten, for taking the time to inspire our future leaders and invest in our community's youth. #d60learns

In case you forgot, Thursday, May 28 is the last day of the 2025-26 school year! We will have an early dismissal with the following times:
-Westview Hills - 11 a.m.
-Holmes - 11:30 a.m.
-Maercker: 12 p.m.

Great job this year!

We love seeing our Holmes Wildcats walking into the school day ready to learn! We’re in the final stretch of 2026-27. Let’s have some fun and finish the year strong! #d60learns

We’re highlighting our 8th graders as they get ready to venture onto high school near year! Matt C. will head to Hinsdale Central in the fall, but reflecting back on his time in Maercker D60, his favorite memory was going on the Washington D.C. trip. Mrs. Moffett is a teacher that has left an impact on him, and as he looks to the future, he hopes to become an engineer. He shared some advice: “Middle school really isn't as scary or as bad as you think and after a while you will actually start to enjoy it.”

The 6th Grade Cadet Band and the Gold Band took us on an amazing journey through music last week! Great job to our performers, and congratulations to all of our 8th grade musicians on their music career at Westview Hills! #d60learns

Remember: There is no school on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

Students at Holmes became newscasters thanks to the green screen and some awesome technology! #d60learns

We love seeing D60 staff finding ways to personalize learning and give individualized support to students! #d60learns

It’s time for us to Ask an 8th Grader, and today, we’re featuring Stella A.

What is your best memory of your time in Maercker District 60?
Being on a sports team and supporting my teammates throughout our experience at Westview, and the friendships I've formed over the years.

Who is a teacher who made an impact on you during your time here?
Mrs. LaPointe because she was always nice to me and always checked up on me to make sure I was okay and doing well.

What are you interested in doing for your future?
Doing something in the medical field like a doctor because I want to help people.

What advice do you have for students starting at Westview Hills Middle School next year?
Don't be nervous, you will adjust quickly and have lots of fun. Join sports teams to make Westview more fun and spend lots of time with your friends! Enjoy your time here. It's short and quick but you create many memories.

Students at Maercker were raising their hands high to demonstrate their knowledge of fractions! #d60learns

Another group of 5th grade band members were able to wow the residents of Burgess square yesterday. Every song from "Erie Canal" to "Grandfather Clock" was a hit! #d60learns

It's Wacky Wednesday at Westview Hills and because the 6th grade won the April attendance Trophy, they got to vote on what Dr. Scott would wear for the day. He and Assistant Principal Meehan are looking very fashionable! #d60learns

We’ve asked our 8th graders to offer their aspirations and advice as they get ready for high school in the fall! Frank I. shared that his best memory from his time in Maercker District 60 was playing in Guitar Club. He said that Mrs. Cook is a teacher that left an impact on him because “she has always been kind to me and helped me when I needed help.” Frank plans on becoming a finance manager in the future, and shared his advice for incoming middle schoolers: “Study for tests, be good, and don't give up!”

Some of our fifth grade beginning band members put on a short concert of solos and ensembles for the second floor residents of Burgess Square nursing home and rehab center yesterday! It was a great opportunity for students to experience playing alone for an audience and putting together small ensembles with independent parts. There were lots of tapping toes and sing-a-long moments! #d60learns

Don’t miss a night full of the arts tomorrow, May 20! At 6 p.m., come enjoy the 6th Grade Cadet Band Concert, followed by the Gold Band Concert and Art Show at 7:30 p.m. Come support our students’ hard work! #d60learns

Congratulations to 8th grader Sreyashi whose entry in the National PTA Reflections arts program has been nationally recognized!

Her literature piece, "The Last Chair," received the Award of Excellence, and she is the first Maercker D60 student to achieve this level of recognition since we began participating in the program in 2020. Sreyashi is one of only three students from Illinois to receive this prestigious national honor. This year, National PTA received nearly 950 submissions from 42 states with 247 students recognized for their artistic achievements. As a national winner, Sreyashi has received a Young Artist Scholarship. We are incredibly proud of this amazing accomplishment! #d60learns

It is almost time for Chromebook Device Collection!

All student devices, chargers/cords, and styluses wil, be collected beginning on Wednesday, May 20.

Collection dates are:
-Holmes - 5/26 & 5/27
-Maercker - 5/21 & 5/26
- Westview Hills
---8th Grade - 5/20
---7th Grade - 5/26
---6th Grade - 5/22

As we prepare to say goodbye to our 8th graders and they get ready for the next steps in their educational journeys, we like to take time to hear from these D60 experts through our series, Ask an 8th Grader!

Let’s hear from Eli I., who will be attending Hinsdale Central next year.

What is your best memory of your time in Maercker District 60?
Conference Track meet

Who is a teacher who made an impact on you during your time here?
Mrs. Swoboda

What are you interested in doing for your future?
Pursuing pastorship

What advice do you have for students starting at Westview Hills Middle School next year?
Be you. Who cares about validation? Try everything you want.

Today is National Speech Pathologist Day! Thank you to these professionals who make sure every student has the tools and communication resources they need to be successful. #d60learns