Let’s hear it for former Wildcat and 2024 high school graduate Melina Knickelbein who graduated from Lyons Township High School. She will be attending DePaul University to major in K-12 Physical Education with a minor in Health Education & Dance Endorsement. Her dream is to start a dance program at a high school where one doesn’t already exist.
She was a part of the graduation ceremony and took part in SIGNing (American Sign Language) the National Anthem after taking four years of ASL. She has also completed her sixteenth summer dance recital and enjoyed being a part of the Eurythmics Dance Company at LT. She has assisted and taught dance classes at the Dance Center of La Grange. Congratulations Melina and we are so excited that you want to pursue a career in education!
We love celebrating the Class of 2024, but we are also looking ahead to celebrating the Class of 2037. We can’t wait to start your educational journey! #d60learns
Looking for a great start to your child’s education? Look no further than Maercker D60 Preschool options! We offer an Early Childhood Preschool program at Holmes School for residents of the district that serve students ages three through five within a positive, nurturing environment that fosters social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth and development.
Learn more at the link. https://www.maercker.org/article/1570912
Reminder: All Maercker D60 Offices are closed for our summer break from June 24 through July 5. Visit our website for any information and we will be back in the office on Monday, July 8.
The Class of 2024 has all graduated by now, but we can still check in with former Wildcats and see what they are up to! If you want to share a former Maercker D60 student to highlight, reach out to d60communications@maercker.org.
Traivon Womack graduated from Homewood-Flossmoor High School where he did well academically, grew into a strong writer, and took honors classes while also competing in Lacrosse and Cross Country. He was a member of the National Honor Society and received multiple academic scholarships and will be attending Loyola University. He says that his time at Westview Hills was a major reason why he has always been ready to take on academic challenges and sent a special thank you out to Ms. Radke. Congratulations Traivon, we can’t wait to see what you do next!
All Maercker D60 Offices are closed for our summer break from June 24 through July 5. Visit our website for any information and we will be back in the office on Monday, July 8.
The Maercker PTA and 1st Day School Supplies makes ordering your school supplies easy! Click the link to get your kit ordered: https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/kits.php?sid=32620
Today is Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, a holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States that dates back to 1865!
Director of Teaching and Learning Dr. Susan Ejma was joined by a group of amazing D60 teachers and administrators to share information about the Maercker D60 Mentor program and differentiation partnerships. So proud of this culture of lifelong learning! #d60learns
Thanks to everyone who joined us on Saturday for the first Wildcat Splash Party of the season and to the Maercker PTA for hosting! The next event takes place on Saturday, July 13 and adults must attend with their students. Get your tickets and RSVP!
https://www.maerckerpta.org/event-details/wildcat-splash-party-2
A reminder that all Maercker D60 offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.
Throwback Thursday to the 5th grade wax museum full of historical figures, amazing athletes, and change makers! #d60learns
The Maercker D60 Board of Education meets tonight at 7 p.m. at Westview HIlls Middle School. Tune into the live stream:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChNtc_AylqRL-ZLxPGX5Vog
If you know someone with preschool-aged children that live within the district boundaries, be sure to let them know about the robust and engaging preschool options at Maercker D60! Registration options are still available for the 2024-25 school year! https://www.maercker.org/article/1570912
Incoming Kindergarten families! There's still time to sign up for the Kindergarten Leap Program for the end of the summer, which gives your student an incredible head start on their educational journey. Learn more and sign up! #d60learns
https://www.maercker.org/article/1623966
We hope everyone is having a great summer so far! Here’s a few photos of some of the end of the year fun at Maercker School! #d60learns
It’s summertime and that means it's time for Wildcat Splash parties! The first event takes place on Saturday, June 15 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Get private access just for D60 Wildcats for the $6 ticket. Adults must stay with their children for this event!
https://www.maerckerpta.org/event-details/wildcat-splash-party-1
Let’s keep celebrating the former D60 students who graduated from high school this year! Hannah Wyssman graduated from Downers Grove North High School and will be heading to Carthage College studying Elementary Education and continuing her swimming career. Congratulations Hannah!
The Maercker Ecology Club did some awesome things throughout the school year including making the landscaping look beautiful with flowers and plants! #d60learns #d60plants
Here’s a beautiful story from the end of the year. When a student from Holmes shared on the bus that he had been struggling in math, the driver came prepared with extra support in the afternoon. This is so sweet and a great example of how we support each other! #d60learns
