Kindergarten Field Trip To See Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr.

Today, GDW's Kindergarten Team took a field trip to Burlington Central High School to see the CYT Chicago: Kane Chapter's production of Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr.  The cast included our very own GDW Third Grader, Easton Smith.

Thank you, GDW PTO and Volunteers!

It's no secret that GDW's PTO and volunteers are simply the best!  That's why this February, as part of Kindness Month, the students and staff at Gary D. Wright Elementary School want to thank and recognize our PTO and all of our volunteers for their support of our learning community.  Their dedication and service to our school has truly made a difference and we appreciate all that our volunteers do!  To show our appreciation, GDW students and staff created posters and cards.  We also provided special treats at our PTO Meeting and for our TAP (Teacher Assistance Program) Volunteers to enjoy throughout the week.  Thank you for making GDW a great place to learn!

Gary D. Wright Elementary School, Hampshire Elementary School, and Hampshire Middle School Combined Band Concert

Congratulations to GDW's fifth grade band students, under the direction of Miss Mitchell, on a wonderful combined band concert with students from Hampshire Middle School and Hampshire Elementary School!  Way to go, Wildcats!

NAESP's "Report to Parents": Effective Homework Help

The National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) offers a monthly publication, Report to Parents.  This month’s Report to Parents, “Effective Homework Help”, can help families support their child's homework efforts.  Click here to access this report.

PTO Daddy Daughter Dance - A Night in Paris 2019

This evening, thanks to the amazing efforts of our incredible PTO, GDW was transformed into a scene right out of Paris.  As such, we welcomed our girls and their special guests to the PTO's Daddy Daughter Dance, A Night in Paris 2019, by saying bonjour (hello).  The evening included fun photo ops, beautiful decorations, delicious food, and awesome tunes for dancing.  Merci boucoup (thank you so much) to our PTO and volunteers including HHS students, our amazing DJ, Mrs. Lupo, Mr. Alex and Mr. Jose for making this event possible!  Until next time, au revior (goodbye until we meet again)!

PBIS Pawsome Card Incentive - Lunch and Bingo With Dr. Gravel & Mr. Cappas

Today, Mr. Cappas and I spent time eating lunch and playing bingo with some of our Wildcats who earned Pawsome Cards for being respectful, responsible, and ready.  Way to go, Wildcats!

Fifth Grade Presents "Breaking News"

Today, GDW Fifth Grade Students showcased their musical talents in two spectacular performances of "Breaking News".  During the day, our fifth grade students performed at an all school assembly and in the evening, our audience was filled with family and friends.  We are so proud of our fifth graders on their final whole-class music performance at Gary D. Wright Elementary School!