Dear West Oak Intermediate Families,

This week, our students had the chance to shop at the Wolfpack Warehouse using the Pack Points they’ve earned for showing safe, respectful, and responsible behaviors. It was wonderful to see their excitement as they celebrated their hard work and positive choices. Moving forward, each Wednesday students will have the opportunity to shop at the Wolfpack Warehouse. Thank you for supporting our school-wide expectations at home—we look forward to continuing to recognize and reward our students throughout the year!

Looking ahead, we have picture day coming up on Friday, September 12th! Students brought home picture day forms last week. You may also order pictures online at mylifetouch.com. Create an account or login with your Picture Day ID: EVTVJPGQZ. 

As a friendly reminder, Monday is a late start to accomodate teacher professional development. Doors will open at 9:15 and school will start at 9:30. Thank you for your support and partnership! 

Sincerely,

Natalie Kalette

Principal

West Oak Intermediate School

Attendance Matters: Every school day counts! When students attend regularly, they build strong learning habits, stay on track with their classmates, and feel more connected to their school community. Help your child succeed by making daily attendance a priority and arriving on time each morning.

Picture Day: We have picture day coming up on Friday, September 12th! Students brought home forms last Friday. You may also order pictures online at mylifetouch.com. Create an account or login with your Picture Day ID: EVTVJPGQZ. 

Mundelein Farmer's Market: Come visit District 76's booth at the Mundelein Farmer's Market on September 20th! Join us for teacher read alouds, fall arts and crafts, and a visit with Super Cooper! Click here to view more information. 

SEL Focus of the Month: September's focus is RESPECT! We kicked off this month by talking about anti-bullying. Check out our family connection letter to learn more: English and Spanish.

Dentist Visit: The SMILE dentist is coming to West Oak Campus on September 17th. Please complete this form to register or contact Nurse Julie Marchese at 847-388-2599 for more information: English and Spanish. 

After School Activities:  5th Grade Band and Choir will begin on Monday, September 15th for those that signed up. Students who ride a bus will take middle school buses home. Additionally, Student Council, Girls Who Code, and Intramurals will begin the week of September 24th. More information will be sent home next week!

Diamond Awards: New to this year, we ask families to complete this nomination Form if they would like to recognize a staff member they feel are going above and beyond with what they do in the classroom, school, or district. Please consider spreading the positivity by highlighting the great work that staff our doing in our district. 

Before and After School Care: Check out these flyers from Innovation Learning on before and after school care available: English and Spanish.

D76 CARES: At D76, the well-being of our students and families is our top priority. Understanding the critical role mental health plays in student success, we have launched D76 CARES - a comprehensive initiative aimed at improving access to quality mental health services across our community. D76 CARES stands for Community, Advocacy, Resilience, Engagement, and Support. Treatment services are initially provided free of charge to district families for up to 8 sessions. Click HERE for treatment request.

Consistency between home and school helps children thrive. Talk with your child about the school’s expectations for being safe, respectful, and responsible, and find ways to reinforce those same values at home. When children see the same messages in both places, they feel supported and more confident in making positive choices.

Your student's classroom teacher should be your first point of contact. For building-related information, please call the front office at 847-970-3544 or contact the following individuals via email: 

• Front Office Staff: Ms. Kailey Leon: kleon@dist76.org & Cinthia Maldonado: cmaldonado@dist76.org 

• Principal: Natalie Kalette: nkalette@dist76.org 

• Nurse: Julie Marchese: jmarchese@dist76.org 

• Back to School Bash: We're really excited about the Back to School Bash which is tonight September 5th at the West Oak Campus from 5:30-7:30. We have some amazing raffle prizes, great food and are looking forward to a fun evening.  This event is expected to be outdoors.  You may pay at the door $5 per person, $20 per family.  

• The Spirit Wear store is open now until Sept 14th. This will be the only spirit wear sale this year! Order here.

• September Dine-Out: The first D76 PTO sponsored dine-out event will be on September 16th at Taco and Burrito Express! Please view the full invite here. 

• Next PTO Meeting: Tuesday September 16th, 2025 6:00-7:00pm Diamond Lake Elementary School Library. 

Please visit the D76 PTO Website for upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and more!