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It’s time for Ask an 8th Grader with Alicia T. who will be attending Hinsdale Central! What is your best memory of your time in Maercker District 60? When I popped a ketchup packet by accident and it went on the ceiling, the ground, my sweater, my eyes, my face, the teachers desk, and the floor. Also I really liked the Washington, D.C. trip because one time there was a Capoeira dance thing that was going on and some people joined in and it was really funny. Who is a teacher who made an impact on you during your time here? Mr. Larson and Ms. Pervan What are you interested in doing for your future? Probably working with fish or aquatic animals, like an aquarist or something like that. What advice do you have for students starting at Westview Hills Middle School next year? Don't pop ketchup packets in school, have fun, and ask for help if you need it.

Did you know that today is School Lunch Hero Day? It's a great time to celebrate the incredible people who provide our Wildcats with delicious meals each day. Thanks for all that you do!

Let’s hear from future Hinsdale Central student Zayna! What is your best memory of your time in Maercker District 60? My best memory of Westview is probably the last day of school. Getting to watch/play in the kickball tournament, watching Dr. Scott get pied in the face, and just spending time with everyone before we all go on summer break is so much fun. Who is a teacher who made an impact on you during your time here? Mrs. Kozina and Mrs. Collins, they really listen when you talk and are just an awesome teacher duo. What are you interested in doing for your future? Becoming a surgeon What advice do you have for students starting at Westview Hills Middle School next year? My advice is to not be worried because everyone coming in is feeling the same way. Also to just have fun and make use of your time because it's gone before you know it.

Don't forget to complete the returning student registration process before the end of the day tomorrow, April 30, to qualify for a discount and waived credit card fee! Login to Skyward Family Access and get started!

The talented students of Westview Hills Middle School Drama Club are presenting Frozen Jr. with performances later this week! Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students (All Holmes and Maercker students will receive a free ticket but must attend with a parent who purchases a ticket at the door). Check out the cast and don’t miss the shows taking place on Friday, May 2 at 7 p.m., Saturday, May 3 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 4 at 2 p.m. The Blue Cast will be performing in the evenings and the Silver Cast will handle the matinee performances!

Carley is up for Ask an 8th Grader! She will be attending Hinsdale Central and says that Ms. Pervan and Ms. Radke were both teachers who made an impact on her. Her best D60 memory is, “Enjoying time with my friends specifically in 8th grade. The D.C. trip was a fun time to get closer.” She hopes to play basketball in her future and tells future students to, “Enjoy your time while it lasts and don’t get involved in drama because it goes by really fast, especially your 8th grade year.”

Join us tomorrow (Saturday, April 26) at the Indian Boundary YMCA Healthy Kids Day event! There will be obstacle courses, camp information, opportunities to meet with local health and wellness organizations, a free throw challenge, games, prizes, and fun!

Anya is today’s featured 8th grader. She will be attending Hinsdale South and says her favorite memory of her time in D60 is the trip to Washington, D.C. She says she is possibly interested in being a civil engineer in the future and that Mrs. Pervan is a teacher who made an impact on her. Her advice for future students is to, “Try new things and just try to have a good time!”

Beginning band members at Maercker had rehearsal outside as they prepare for their spring concert on Wednesday, April 30 at 7 p.m. in the Maercker Gym. The Maercker Chorus will be performing, too so don't miss it!

Westview Hills Physical Education classes are so excited to have Sauvé back for another year! Sauvé is a professional Hip Hop Dancer, Choreographer and Motivational Speaker. We are excited to have Sauvé join our dance unit. Sauvé brings a fun and positive experience to our students with a variety of hip hop dance moves intertwined with positive motivational talks. Students with no dance experience to full dance experience can’t wait to come to their Physical Education class to see and hear what Sauvé has in store for them! His approach to teaching goes beyond just showing you how to move. He implements a philosophy where you will learn to appreciate and better understand the art of dancing as well as oneself as an individual. The dance lessons and motivational talks are one of the highlights of the year for the students!

Shekina is going to be attending Hinsdale Central and is our featured 8th grader today! What is your best memory of your time in Maercker District 60? My best memory at Maercker School was my first dance in 6th grade. Who is a teacher who made an impact on you during your time here? A teacher that made a very big impact on my time here is Ms. Badalamenti, a 5th grade ELA teacher. She encouraged me to have a passion for reading and writing. She also showed that school can be very full of new stories and experiences. Personally, I know she cared about each one of her students. What are you interested in doing for your future? In the future I am interested in going to college to study to work in Architecture or Computer Engineering. What advice do you have for students starting at Westview Hills Middle School next year? My advice for upcoming Westview Hills Middle School students is to not be afraid to communicate to teachers or even peers about concerns or questions they may have. In my experience at Westview Hills, I know that all teachers just want to help students succeed.

Peter S. is the featured student in today’s installment of Ask an 8th Grader! He will be attending Hinsdale Central next year. What is your best memory of your time in Maercker District 60? Taking part in Westview’s jazz band all three years and making music with the group and an amazing teacher Mrs. Moffett. Who is a teacher who made an impact on you during your time here? Ms. Pervan because she encourages me and everyone in my class to do their best and work hard every day. What are you interested in doing for your future? I plan on being a doctor so that I can help people. What advice do you have for students starting at Westview Hills Middle School next year? Always do your work on time and try to participate in various extracurricular activities or sports that the school offers. Always have fun and enjoy your time at Westview!

Today is Administrative Professionals Day! We are so grateful to all of the amazing team members who keep our schools and offices running smoothly and for their dedication to Maercker D60. Thank you!

Check out the virtual student art gallery from the 2024-25 PTA Reflections contest. Our students created some impressive artwork around the theme of Accepting Imperfection. #d60learns https://www.canva.com/design/DAGhFNo0tYo/IxkidaVT4z6D6UwUs5_Vow/view?utm_content=DAGhFNo0tYo&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h8b071ab9d3#1

Let’s hear from Keya! She will be attending Hinsdale Central and says her 8th grade social studies and science class is her best D60 memory. She says that she wants to continue working hard in life and to help others and that Mrs. Pervan and Mrs. Swoboda were supportive and impactful teachers. Her advice to future students is, “Be open to new opportunities and never give up!”

At last week’s meeting of the D60 Board of Education, we celebrated and thanked three members who are departing the board for their dedication and hard work during their time on the board. Thank you! -Drew Sikula - Years of Service: 2021-2025 -Amy Sullivan - Years of Service: 2007-2025 -Mary Satchwell - Years of Service: 2017-2025

There are two days of events for this year’s Cultural Festival! On Wednesday, April 23, we will have the Cultural Festival with food, a museum walk, crafts and activities and the first Cultural Variety Show will take place on Sunday, April 27. Both events take place at Westview Hills and we hope to see everyone there!

Grace L. is our featured 8th grader today! She will be starting at Downers Grove North next year. Let’s see what else she has to say. What is your best memory of your time in Maercker District 60? My favorite time here was Ms. Ryan's First Block Advanced Class. I really enjoyed Math in the mornings. Especially when we played math games and everyone got really into it. It was also a really nice class to be in and (mostly) calm (Especially fun!) Ms. Ryan did so much for us! Thank you! Who is a teacher who made an impact on you during your time here? Really all of them! But mostly Ms. LaPointe (7th Grade Social Studies) and Ms. Pervan (8th Grade English Language Arts) What are you interested in doing for your future? Teacher or Professor in Math What advice do you have for students starting at Westview Hills Middle School next year? Every teacher is there to help you! They are really nice and don't be afraid to talk to them! Also coming on the institute day (some day before school starts) is really helpful (knowing where your locker is and practicing opening it). Have fun and good luck!

To those in the Maercker D60 Community who celebrate, Happy Easter!