Principal for the Day - Mr. Schlosser

Hi, Wildcats!  This is Mr. Schlosser, your "Principal for the Day".  I wanted to tell you a little bit about my time being GDW's "Principal for the Day".  I was able to do this because I raised the most money for the PTO's Walk-a-Thon.  I worked hard to get donations and even stood in front of Jewel!

I started my day by brining Dunkin Donuts for the Office Staff.  I was issued an official Staff ID and even got to make my own Pawsome Cards.  I greeted students when they got off of the bus and helped with morning announcements.  Then, we brought Country Donuts to all of the staff members.  After that, I helped set up a raffle for the Wildcat Cart.  Then, I RickRolled the school over the announcements.   I worked with the Aramark Staff to arrange an extra 5 minutes of recess for the fifth graders.  They were so excited when I visited their classrooms to tell them about it.  I was able to assist Mr. Gilbert and played with my Kindergarten buddies during their gym time.  I gave out Pawesome Cards and Golden Tickets when I saw the 3 R's.  I enjoyed a delicious Subway lunch too.  I had a fantastic day!  This is your "Principal for the Day", Mr. Scholsser, signing out!

Thank You, Veterans!

In honor of Veterans Day, Gary D. Wright Elementary School engaged in a variety of activities to learn about Veterans Day while recognizing and giving thanks to those who served and are currently serving in the United States military.  On this day, our students and staff wore red, white, and blue.  We had a special morning announcement.  Students read text about Veterans Day, interviewed relatives who were in the military, created books about Veterans Day, and even gave presentations to the class.  Perhaps most special, this year, we were able to honor Gary D. Wright Elementary School's Third Grade Teacher, Mr. Vital.  Prior to serving as an educator, Mr. Vital served 31 years of active duty in the United States Air Force, where he earned the rank of Chief Master Sergeant.  The students and families of Mr. Vital's Third Grade Class helped to recognize him by decorating his classroom and making heartfelt projects to present to him on Veterans Day.  We are thankful for Mr. Vital and all veterans for their service and their sacrifice.  

Happy Halloween 2022

Happy Halloween, Wildcats!  Thank you to the staff and our volunteers for making this year's parade and classroom parties spooktacular!

Kindness Cafe

Congratulations to the following Wildcats who were recognized in September/October for being excellent models of kindness throughout Gary D. Wright Elementary School.  These students received a certificate and were invited GDW's Kindness Cafe, where they were served donuts and juice!  Thank you to our PBIS Committee for making this special recognition possible!  Keep spreading kindness like confetti, Wildcats!

Kindergarten - Adrian MacCallum, Sophia El Basri, Chloe White, Nico Mule, Dakota Busse, Madison Noffs, Ella Perez, Easton Farris - First Grade - Leilan DuBonetti, Colton Blatz, Logan Ginsburg, Jemma Castellanos, Chloe Demps, Joseph Litgen, Dominic Simoncelli, Mason Kulpa - Second Grade - Leah Langton, Eli Legions, Crawford Menzer, Brooklyn Morecraft, Nicholas Wisniewski, Peyton Haptonstall, Kaleigh Kinkelaar, Joseph Malmstedt - Third Grade - Madison Casey, Tyler Nebel, Abigail Lopez, Jackson Legions, Sophie Metoyer, Cristian Rodriguez, Keira Leite, Jimmy Niccum, Remington Simpson, Zoey Rochford - Fourth Grade - Elise Yang, William Arvizu, Emilie Horner, Luke Zaworski, Ola Zietara, Kyson Arnold, Lily Niccum, Victor Szalanski, Ireland Monroy, Gavin Alvarez - Fifth Grade - Rayna Birkhead, Joshua Bautista, Jordan Niemeyer, Devin McCurdy, Autumn Olson, Jacob Coffey, Adeline Gorski, Payton Sirrieh

Hampshire Fire Protection District's Annual Coloring Contest Winners

Congratulations to the following Wildcats for being recognized as the Hampshire Fire Protection District's Annual Coloring Contest Winners:

• Adrian MacCullum (Kindergarten)
• Aubrey Gaszynski (First Grade)
• Nicholas Wisniewski (Second Grade)
• Madison Miller (Third Grade)

PTO Culver's Night

A huge thank you to the Huntley Culver's, GDW Staff, 5th Grade Student Council, and all of our Wildcat families for showing your support of our learning community and our PTO Culver's Night!  

ILMEA Elementary General Music Festival

Congratulations to the following Gary D. Wright Elementary School fifth graders who were selected to participate in the District 9 Elementary General Music Festival, which was held today at Oak Hill Elementary School in Streamwood: Jacob Coffey, Sophia Bernaegye, Alexander McDuffie, John Tyler, Autumn Olson, Hendrix Gohde, Brylee Currie, Brooke VanDusen, Rylie Doerner, and Emma Tyrcha.

Mrs. Henning and these students represented GDW at the festival, which provided a unique musical experience presented by the Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA).  At the festival, students had the opportunity to learn from a variety of masterful clinicians who taught specialized lessons on topics such as drumming, movement, part-singing, and instrumental enrichment.  Way to go, Wildcats!