Holmes families, save the date 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
Westview Hills Middle Schools is looking for a Girls’ Assistant Softball Coach
Get the details below and reach out to Karen Constantine for more information!
Start Date: August 4, 2025
End Date: September 26, 2025
Timeframe: Practices will be held from 2:30 – 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at Westview Hills. Games will be held throughout the season typically starting at 4:15 p.m.
Westview Hills Summer Band 2025 starts next week! Is your student signed up and ready for some fun? The band will be playing the National Anthem at the Kane County Cougars game on June 19.
Sign up today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeK1vgaHG_3Gn1nn04Xo5pBiPEgf_hB8CAhSf3e3aDeR_VscQ/viewform
The Maercker PTA is once again hosting Wildcat Splash Parties this summer! There will be two events this year and the first is coming up on Saturday, June 21. Learn more and get your tickets:
https://www.maerckerpta.org/wildcat-splash
We are so grateful to the incredible interim co-principals who took the lead at Maercker School this year. As the school year wrapped up Mr. Pagel and Mrs. Gilmartin shared some reflections. Take it away folks!
“Our Wildcat Year”--From Mr. Pagel and Mrs. Gilmartin
Ten months ago we walked through the door,
Not knowing what the year ahead might hold in store.
An interim role, a temporary place
Any worries melted away with your welcoming embrace.
Soon our halls were all buzzing with hearts shining bright,
And with each morning smile, we knew it would all be alright.
We laughed at jokes in lunchroom lines,
We hung out at recess and shared some high-fives.
We read, we wrote, we solved, and we grew—
And with every adventure, we were right there with you.
Watching you excel in your classrooms each day,
Questioning and wondering… making your way
You followed our school-wide expectations with pride
Responsible, safe, and kind always serving as a guide.
We weathered tough days, overcame challenges too
By sticking together, we knew we’d pull through.
You always did your best, kept raising the bar
Thank you to each of you for all that you are.
From supply drop off hellos to a goodbye that’s so near,
We made so many favorite memories here.
And though our time was short, Maercker love runs deep,
Know the memories that we made are ones that we’ll keep.
Our principal hearts will remember each day
And all the joy we both felt living the Wildcat Way!
The Maercker PTA is once again hosting Wildcat Splash Parties this summer! There will be two events this year and the first is coming up on Saturday, June 21. Learn more and get your tickets:
https://www.maerckerpta.org/wildcat-splash
In May, students at Holmes celebrated Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with the help of Maercker PTA Volunteers! Students recognized and celebrated the achievements and contributions of Asian Pacific Americans to American society, culture, and history. #d60learns
A huge thank you to all the wonderful volunteers who helped make Splash Day at Holmes such a success! Your time, energy, and enthusiasm brought so much joy to our students, and we couldn’t have done it without you.
Keep the learning going this summer with the IPPL Summer Reading Program which begins today!
https://ippl.info/summer-reading-2025
The Maercker PTA is celebrating volunteers with a fun event at Chula’s in Downers Grove on Sunday, June 8 from 5-8 p.m. RSVP by June 6 to enjoy great food, good company, and a relaxing evening. Thank you for supporting our schools!
https://www.maerckerpta.org/event-details/volunteer-appreciation-at-chulas
We are so proud of all of the 8th grade Wildcats and wish them well on their journeys! Before the school year wrapped up, we held the annual 8th grade awards assembly and celebrated our students who really stood out and achieved great things this year. Check out our award winners and full photos at the link:
https://www.maercker.org/article/1619604
Wishing our Maercker Wildcats a wonderful summer! Thank you for a great school year! #MaerckerPride
We were honored to welcome Congressman Sean Casten to Maercker School for the second year in a row!
Thanks to the advocacy and leadership of Elizabeth Ojeda-Jiménez, MEA Co-President and Director for the National Education Association, Maercker School District 60 has had the privilege of connecting with Congressman Casten. Through her work representing the Illinois Education Association in Washington D.C. and building strong relationships with legislators, this meaningful visit was made possible.
During his visit, Congressman Casten engaged with our 5th grade students, answering thoughtful questions about the U.S. Constitution, his background as a scientist, and his responsibilities as a United States legislator.
Our students demonstrated curiosity, confidence, and insight. We’re incredibly proud of them and grateful to the entire 5th grade team for their dedication in preparing our future leaders.
We deeply value the relationship we’ve built with Congressman Casten and look forward to continuing this inspiring partnership in the years ahead.
Thank you for empowering our young learners!
Today is the last day of school! Westview Hills will dismiss at 11 a.m., Holmes will dismiss at 11:30 a.m. and Maercker will dismiss at 12 p.m.
Save the date for a Back to School Fair hosted by Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet on Wednesday, July 30 at DuPage County Fairgrounds in Wheaton which will provide free school supplies and backpacks for students from low-income households. Visit the website to learn more and register. https://catholiccharitiesjoliet.org/dupage/
Keep the learning going this summer with the IPPL Summer Reading Program which begins on June 5!
https://ippl.info/summer-reading-2025
Westview Hills 7th graders had a walking field trip to Hinsbrook Park in Darien! It was a fun-filled day with outside games and picnic lunches. Everyone had an absolutely perfect day outside together celebrating their last few days as a 7th grader... 8th grade, here they come!
Earlier this week, Westview Hills celebrated the Class of 2025 at their annual dinner dance! Thanks to the PTA for organizing the event. Next up for our graduating eighth graders, high school!
It’s almost the last day of school! Friday, May 30 will be a half day. Westview Hills will dismiss at 11 a.m., Holmes will dismiss at 11:30 a.m. and Maercker will dismiss at 12 p.m.
Our middle school Math 8 students showed off their skills at calculating volume by creating a castle! They were asked to design a castle using cones, cylinders, and spheres. They used cardboard or household items to create and decorate a castle of their choice and calculated the total volume. #d60learns
