Third Grade Presents "Americans We"

Congratulations to GDW Music Teachers, Miss Crater and Mr. Valdivia, along with our Third Grade Students on a stellar music performance.  The students performed patriotic songs as part of their program, entitled "Americans We".

GDW Choir Performs at Chicago Wolves Game

In honor of Veterans Day, the Gary D. Wright Elementary School Choir, directed by Miss Crater, performed a medley of patriotic songs at the Chicago Wolves Game.  Our school even made an appearance on the jumbotron!  This was a wonderful opportunity for our Wildcats, and I would like to give thanks to Miss Crater, the Chicago Wolves, our GDW Choir and their families, and to all of those who served or are serving in the United States Military. 

Happy Halloween, Wildcats!

Hampshire Fire Protection District Recognizes GDW Students for Fire Prevention Month Coloring and Home Escape Plan Contest

Congratulations to the following Gary D. Wright Elementary School students, who were winners of the Hampshire Fire Protection District's Fire Prevention Month Coloring and Fire Escape Plan Contest:

• Avery Magnetta - Kindergarten
• Miles Barnes - First Grade
• Chelsea Abdallah - Second Grade
• Ava Albarracin - Third Grade

Second Grade's Spooktacular Music Performance

Congratulations to GDW Music Teachers, Miss Crater and Mr. Valdivia along with our Second Grade Students on a music performance that was nothing short of spooktacular!  Way to go, Wildcats!

Dr. Scarpino Visits GDW

Today, Dr. Scarpino, D300 School Board Member, visited Gary D. Wright Elementary School.  During his time at GDW, Dr. Scarpino was able to capture many photos, which can be viewed by visiting his Facebook page: Dr. David J. Scarpino, D300 School Board Member.  On behalf of the Wildcats, I would like to thank Dr. Scarpino for a wonderful visit!

PTO Walk-a-thon Exceeds Fundraising Goal!

This year, the GDW PTO's Walk-a-thon fundraising goal was exceeded, and over $30,000 was raised!  As a result, Mr. Cappas and I dressed up as a narwhal and chicken and headed to the roof for the day, which was our school-wide incentive for meeting the fundraising goal.  Thank you to everyone who supported the PTO Walk-a-thon!