
Wildcat Weekly
News from Westfield Elementary: April 25, 2025
Westfield Principal Kristen Ulery
Westfield families:
It was great to see so many families here for art night last night! Thank you to the PTC volunteers who made it possible.
The end of the year is busy with events, but we are also still focused on learning. Our spring benchmark assessments will begin in May, so there will be a lot happening both inside and outside the classroom. Stay tuned to communications from your child's teacher about specific activities for their classroom.
Kristen Ulery
Westfield Principal
Road construction beginning Monday
The Township has notified us that repaving on the roads around Westfield will begin on Monday. They will be milling the existing pavement and putting down fresh asphalt as well as doing some minor concrete repairs. They have told us that Westfield will remain accessible for buses and cars at arrival and dismissal, but please be cautious and patient as you drive through the construction area.
Please complete 2025-26 registration ASAP
If you have not yet registered for the 2025-26 school year registered, it is urgent that you complete the process as soon as possible. Delaying registration could mean your child is not able to attend their neighborhood school.
To register, use the dark blue 2025-26 registration button on the 2025-26 registration page: www.ccsd89.org/register2526
You’ll need the SnapCode you received in the U.S. mail to complete registration. If you are a returning student and have not received the SnapCode or you lost your SnapCode, you will need to contact our school.
More info: https://bit.ly/44fnSY7
Courage award winners
The Character Strong theme for the month of April was courage. This morning we recognized students who have been courageous leaders by doing what is helpful, right, and kind, even when it's hard or scary. Their names were called during morning announcements, and they received a certificate and a prize. We are proud of our courageous students!
ABC Countdown
For the last 26 days of school, we are doing a countdown with themes for each letter of the alphabet from A to Z. The calendar below shares the theme for each day. The days highlighted in blue are themes that might require advance notice for families who wish to participate, such as wearing something special.
CCSD 89 families invited to Glenbard South’s “Cinderella” April 25-27
Students and families are invited to the Glenbard South High School musical performances of “Cinderella” April 25-27. This adaptation of the classic fairy tale explores kindness, self-empowerment, and the importance of making a difference.
Shows are at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 25; 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 26; and 2 p.m. Sunday, April 27. Tickets can be purchased at https://glenbardsouthhs.seatyourself.biz or at the door. More info: https://bit.ly/4d0Xhkd
Cheer on Glen Crest performers at ‘High School Musical’ May 2-4
Students and families are invited to attend the upcoming performances of Glen Crest Middle School’s “High School Musical”. The performances will be at 7 p.m. Friday, May 2; 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday, May 3; and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 4, at Glen Crest, 725 Sheehan Avenue, Glen Ellyn. Tickets are available for purchase during Glen Crest lunch periods, before each show, or online at: https://cur8.com/projects/23727?action=donation
More info: https://bit.ly/4joslwx
Students, families invited to District 89 Day of Service on May 3
CCSD 89 students and their families are invited to participate in the District 89 Day of Service on Saturday, May 3, at Park View Elementary. Students and adults will have the opportunity to make crafts and assemble care packages to benefit others.
Families can sign up to participate in this free event from 9 to 10 a.m. or 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on May 3 at Park View. Volunteers are needed to set up, clean up, and run stations. More information: https://bit.ly/4cbemaI
Parent Series: The essential skills that employers seek (April 28)
At 7 p.m. on Monday, April 28, educator and author Trevor Muir will talk about the critical skills students will need in the workforce: critical thinking, collaboration, adaptability, and confidence. Sometimes called ‘soft skills’, Muir argues that these are actually essential skills for employment. Preview. Free online event from the GPS Parent Series. More info: https://bit.ly/3XnMOID
Upcoming events
April 28: Parent Series: The essential skills employers seek, 7 p.m.
May 1 - Parent orientation for incoming kindergartners at 6:00 p.m. in large gym
May 1: Parent Series: Signs and symptoms of suicide, noon and 7 p.m.
May 3: District 89 Day of Service at Park View, 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m.
May 5: Board of Education organizational meeting, 6 p.m.
May 6: Parent Series: Everyday principles to grow happy children, noon and 7 p.m.
May 14: Blood drive at Glen Crest, 2-6:30 p.m.
May 19: Board of Education meeting, 7 p.m.
May 26: No school (Memorial Day)
May 27 - Westfield Field Day
May 29: Eighth-grade promotion
May 30: Last day of school – morning attendance for students; 5th grade clap out at 11:40 a.m.
PTC Event Chairs
The PTC is looking for chairs or volunteers for events for the 2025-2026 school year. If you are
interested, you can sign up with the sign up genius link. If you would like more information on the
events or what is required please email westfieldptc@gmail.com
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AA8A622ABF8C52-55261238-20252026
Made in Italy Restaurant Night Sunday
Don’t feel like making Sunday Dinner? Made in Italy will donate 20% of all sales back to
Westfield’s PTC. Dine in, pick up or order direct from DINNERMADEINITAL.COM. Please use
the promo code “WES” at check out.
School Store - April 30
Mom & Son Night - May 16
Moms and sons…Please join us for a fun night of indoor/outdoor games and activities. The cost
is $5 per family. There will be a food truck available for purchase. See the flyer for more
information.
Please sign up for volunteer opportunities.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AA8A622ABF8C52-56368782-motherson
School supplies
Get your school supplies ordered and shipped right to Westfield. School supply kits are on sale
NOW! Order soon and you won't have to think about school supplies at all this summer!
Follow this link and select the grade your child will be going into:
https://schooltoolbox.com/school-supplies/school/list-boxes/?schoolId=32847
Spirit wear stickers & magnets now available
PTC has magnets & stickers available for purchase at Westfield's front office. Magnets are $10 and stickers are $3. Shirts and sweatshirts will be on sale at PTC sponsored events, so look for the table at family bowling night.
Save the date...Upcoming PTC events
Apr 30 - School store
May 16 - Mother & Son Night, 5-7 p.m.
May 27 - Field Day
Stay connected with the Westfield PTC
Please feel free to connect with the PTC via:
- Our private group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/417506058937748/
- Our updated website: http://www.ccsd89.org/westfieldPTC
- Our email: westfieldptc@gmail.com
Resources for helping your child through difficult times
Tragedy can affect a nation or a single family. Some crises happen suddenly while others build over time. Each situation can be difficult for children to understand and challenging for families to navigate. Our school has a counselor, social worker, and psychologist available to help students and families with strategies for transparent, age-appropriate conversations. The district has also posted additional resources at www.ccsd89.org/crisis
Students, families can report crises and threats through Safe2Help
Students and families can confidentially call, email, or text the Safe2Help tip line to report bullying, threats, or classmates in crisis. Students or families can call (844) 4-SAFE-IL, which is (844) 472-3345; text SAFE2, which is 72332; email Help@Safe2HelpIL.com; or submit tips through the online form. Safe2Help submissions are monitored every hour of every day. More info: https://bit.ly/3BPxObO
Need tech support for your student's school computer?
Families that need support for iPad or Chromebook issues should use the district’s online help system. Enter your contact information and some details about the problem at: https://bit.ly/89techsupport
Stay connected with CCSD 89 and Westfield
Stay connected with the latest news by following Community Consolidated School District 89 on Facebook (facebook.com/CCSD89), Instagram (www.instagram.com/ccsd_89/), X (@CCSD89), and YouTube (youtube.com/@CCSD89). You can also follow Westfield on Twitter at @Westfield89
Most recent fliers:
See all the CCSD 89 community fliers at www.ccsd89.org/backpack
College of DuPage STEMCON (April 26)
B.R. Ryall YMCA Healthy Kids Day (April 26)
Glenbard South dance team tryouts (April 30-May 2)
Fun with Cardboard family art night (May 3)
Glen Ellyn Public Works Open House (May 22)
History Center presentation on Route 66 (May 31)
Lombard Falcons football and cheer teams
Wheaton Briarcliffe Youth Baseball
Notre Dame DNA Center Summer Programs (June, July)
Butterfield Park District Bullfrog Swim Team (summer)
Meet-up for caregivers of neurodivergent children (Wednesdays)
Westfield Elementary School
Attendance phone: (630) 858-2770
Online backpackEmail: info@ccsd89.org
Website: www.ccsd89.org/westfield
Location: Westfield Elementary School, Mayfield Lane, Glen Ellyn, IL, USA
Phone: (630) 858-2770
Facebook: facebook.com/CCSD89
Twitter: @westfield89
Families can call school’s main number to report an absence
Parents who need to report their student’s absence can call the school’s general number, then press 1. To reach the nurse, press 2. The main office can be reached by pressing 3.