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![Students Take Action and Make an Impact!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736964134/d103org/exil59djg2ycic5wccf7/DayofActionVolunteering.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736964134/d103org/exil59djg2ycic5wccf7/DayofActionVolunteering.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736964134/d103org/exil59djg2ycic5wccf7/DayofActionVolunteering.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736964134/d103org/exil59djg2ycic5wccf7/DayofActionVolunteering.jpg","width":1200}])
On a Saturday in January, about 80 students and adults participated in DW Leaders in Learning: A Day of Action!
![Superintendent Announces Retirement Date - BOE Names Successor]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736908717/d103org/bne9uqeej1ggkj3rsl8w/WarrenandReynolds.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736908717/d103org/bne9uqeej1ggkj3rsl8w/WarrenandReynolds.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736908717/d103org/bne9uqeej1ggkj3rsl8w/WarrenandReynolds.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736908717/d103org/bne9uqeej1ggkj3rsl8w/WarrenandReynolds.jpg","width":1200}])
Superintendent Scott Warren announced his upcoming retirement. The Board of Education named Dr. Katie Reynolds as his successor.
![Power School Data Breach Notification]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736527542/d103org/rinfbf1fotao2k25odnk/PowerSchool.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736527542/d103org/rinfbf1fotao2k25odnk/PowerSchool.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736527542/d103org/rinfbf1fotao2k25odnk/PowerSchool.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736527542/d103org/rinfbf1fotao2k25odnk/PowerSchool.png","width":1200}])
Our school district was informed by PowerSchool of a recent data breach within the PowerSchool Student Information System (PowerSchool SIS).
![Teachers Shine in Inquiry-Based Learning Spotlight]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736359708/d103org/ja61xjihqgougdvjcvay/InquiryMindset.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736359708/d103org/ja61xjihqgougdvjcvay/InquiryMindset.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736359708/d103org/ja61xjihqgougdvjcvay/InquiryMindset.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736359708/d103org/ja61xjihqgougdvjcvay/InquiryMindset.jpg","width":1200}])
Three teachers' classroom work caught the attention of author Trevor MacKenzie, who later featured their practices in his latest book, “Inquiry Mindset.”
![WWC Raises $$ to Help Women's Group]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734657637/d103org/fzqzjimdp3khb5h1ovg5/candycanefundraiser.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734657637/d103org/fzqzjimdp3khb5h1ovg5/candycanefundraiser.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1734657637/d103org/fzqzjimdp3khb5h1ovg5/candycanefundraiser.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734657637/d103org/fzqzjimdp3khb5h1ovg5/candycanefundraiser.jpg","width":1200}])
The Wright Way Club sold candy canes to students raising $446.00 to help support the Caring Women's Connection organization that serves women, children, and other community programs in need throughout Lake County.
![Show Choir Brings Joy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734657311/d103org/elhbuatciynnyvyt9al4/ShowChoirPerformsforRetirees.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734657311/d103org/elhbuatciynnyvyt9al4/ShowChoirPerformsforRetirees.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1734657311/d103org/elhbuatciynnyvyt9al4/ShowChoirPerformsforRetirees.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734657311/d103org/elhbuatciynnyvyt9al4/ShowChoirPerformsforRetirees.jpg","width":1200}])
This week, the talented performers of the DW Show Choir hit the road, spreading holiday cheer and musical magic to an enthusiastic audience at local retirement communities.
![Spelling Bee Winners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734028373/d103org/exfyo09ydpxfkqa71tcp/scrippsspellingbee.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734028373/d103org/exfyo09ydpxfkqa71tcp/scrippsspellingbee.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1734028373/d103org/exfyo09ydpxfkqa71tcp/scrippsspellingbee.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734028373/d103org/exfyo09ydpxfkqa71tcp/scrippsspellingbee.png","width":1200}])
Congratulations to the Daniel Wright spelling bee winners. These students will move on to the districtwide final 2025 Spelling Bee competition on Thursday, Jan. 23.
![Guided Teachers Spark Real-World Learning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734027444/d103org/fjtbmwcyv2dnurzp7nag/GuidedStore.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734027444/d103org/fjtbmwcyv2dnurzp7nag/GuidedStore.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1734027444/d103org/fjtbmwcyv2dnurzp7nag/GuidedStore.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734027444/d103org/fjtbmwcyv2dnurzp7nag/GuidedStore.jpg","width":1200}])
This holiday season, students in the Guided Program brought learning to life with a unique candy-selling activity.
![Students Provide Feedback on Lunches]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733415467/d103org/dflihgq50woq1bz1b15p/TasteTestingLunchFood.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733415467/d103org/dflihgq50woq1bz1b15p/TasteTestingLunchFood.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733415467/d103org/dflihgq50woq1bz1b15p/TasteTestingLunchFood.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733415467/d103org/dflihgq50woq1bz1b15p/TasteTestingLunchFood.jpg","width":1200}])
Students met with the school’s lunch provider, Quest, to share suggestions and ideas about improving the meals at Daniel Wright.
![Giving Back to the Community]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732214391/d103org/u0xecxg6cgdymyv5z8xn/WWCandyFundraiser.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732214391/d103org/u0xecxg6cgdymyv5z8xn/WWCandyFundraiser.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732214391/d103org/u0xecxg6cgdymyv5z8xn/WWCandyFundraiser.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732214391/d103org/u0xecxg6cgdymyv5z8xn/WWCandyFundraiser.jpg","width":1200}])
The Wright Way Club has been busy with projects that provide families and individuals with much needed support.
![Report a Concern System]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731517070/d103org/wwwffrbzv6fwlehut6jc/ReportaConcern.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731517070/d103org/wwwffrbzv6fwlehut6jc/ReportaConcern.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731517070/d103org/wwwffrbzv6fwlehut6jc/ReportaConcern.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731517070/d103org/wwwffrbzv6fwlehut6jc/ReportaConcern.png","width":1200}])
To ensure that students feel empowered to voice their concerns, we have established clear procedures at Daniel Wright for reporting any issues they may encounter related to bullying, racial harassment, and safety.
![Honoring Those Who Served]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731554196/d103org/qikqldklmlfgd0bs0y6e/VeteransDay.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731554196/d103org/qikqldklmlfgd0bs0y6e/VeteransDay.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731554196/d103org/qikqldklmlfgd0bs0y6e/VeteransDay.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731554196/d103org/qikqldklmlfgd0bs0y6e/VeteransDay.jpg","width":1200}])
Daniel Wright students spent an inspiring day honoring veterans with a mix of hands-on activities and heartfelt moments.
![Studying the Electoral Process]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730999365/d103org/osoyyi1klxzfjtkshab3/ElectionProcess.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730999365/d103org/osoyyi1klxzfjtkshab3/ElectionProcess.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730999365/d103org/osoyyi1klxzfjtkshab3/ElectionProcess.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730999365/d103org/osoyyi1klxzfjtkshab3/ElectionProcess.jpg","width":1200}])
Seventh-grade spent time this month learning about the process of the presidential election.
![Sweet Skulls: A Tasty Day of the Dead Celebration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733871367/d103org/cwjus0kfpegghvbxz2pm/DayoftheDead.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733871367/d103org/cwjus0kfpegghvbxz2pm/DayoftheDead.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733871367/d103org/cwjus0kfpegghvbxz2pm/DayoftheDead.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733871367/d103org/cwjus0kfpegghvbxz2pm/DayoftheDead.jpg","width":1200}])
Students in Spanish Teacher Katie Snowden’s class decorated cookies in a humorous fashion and then enjoyed eating them after learning about the history behind The Day of the Dead celebration.
![Red Ribbon Week]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730387923/d103org/ihdrxbpquuiozgp2klqi/RedRibbonWeek.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730387923/d103org/ihdrxbpquuiozgp2klqi/RedRibbonWeek.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730387923/d103org/ihdrxbpquuiozgp2klqi/RedRibbonWeek.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730387923/d103org/ihdrxbpquuiozgp2klqi/RedRibbonWeek.jpg","width":1200}])
DW students joined schools across America in supporting Red Ribbon Week.
![Free Tutoring Services]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728606920/d103org/vlvhsttj20foixmsagpv/tutoringServices.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728606920/d103org/vlvhsttj20foixmsagpv/tutoringServices.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728606920/d103org/vlvhsttj20foixmsagpv/tutoringServices.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728606920/d103org/vlvhsttj20foixmsagpv/tutoringServices.jpg","width":1200}])
D103 student in grades 3-8 have access to the Varsity Tutors for Schools platform.
![Walk and Roll to School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728606531/d103org/uc7o754skfvbdlz8hgfz/walknroll.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728606531/d103org/uc7o754skfvbdlz8hgfz/walknroll.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728606531/d103org/uc7o754skfvbdlz8hgfz/walknroll.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728606531/d103org/uc7o754skfvbdlz8hgfz/walknroll.jpg","width":1200}])
Students joined police officers in promoting healthy ways to get to and from school.
![Molecules in Motion]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728047520/d103org/uwuxi01edurz6ezggxvt/MoleculesinMotion.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728047520/d103org/uwuxi01edurz6ezggxvt/MoleculesinMotion.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728047520/d103org/uwuxi01edurz6ezggxvt/MoleculesinMotion.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728047520/d103org/uwuxi01edurz6ezggxvt/MoleculesinMotion.jpg","width":1200}])
In this chemistry unit, students develop models to understand particle motion, the impact of temperature and kinetic energy on states of matter, and thermal energy transfer.
![Author Visit]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727398449/d103org/yse7wljhsvthnjfgbpjd/authorvisit.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727398449/d103org/yse7wljhsvthnjfgbpjd/authorvisit.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727398449/d103org/yse7wljhsvthnjfgbpjd/authorvisit.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727398449/d103org/yse7wljhsvthnjfgbpjd/authorvisit.jpg","width":1200}])
Author Rob Harrell captivated sixth-graders during this week's assembly, sharing insights into his writing career.
![Students Speak out on Culture & Identity]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726770819/d103org/rjjlabedqtpmbeo1jkka/Culture-Identity.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726770819/d103org/rjjlabedqtpmbeo1jkka/Culture-Identity.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726770819/d103org/rjjlabedqtpmbeo1jkka/Culture-Identity.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726770819/d103org/rjjlabedqtpmbeo1jkka/Culture-Identity.png","width":1200}])
Students share their thoughts about their culture and identity.
![Daniel Wright student drop off and pick up procedures]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1703240739/d103org/wcui5j8wfxj1warhytwt/SCHOOL-PICK-UP-LINE-OF-CARS.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1703240739/d103org/wcui5j8wfxj1warhytwt/SCHOOL-PICK-UP-LINE-OF-CARS.jpg","width":350}])
Daniel Wright student drop off and pick up procedures
![Kindness Rocks]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724452237/d103org/xuonnsfcvrbspbghx4qg/KindnessRocks.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724452237/d103org/xuonnsfcvrbspbghx4qg/KindnessRocks.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724452237/d103org/xuonnsfcvrbspbghx4qg/KindnessRocks.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724452237/d103org/xuonnsfcvrbspbghx4qg/KindnessRocks.jpg","width":1200}])
Students share culture through SEL activity.
![blue ribbon designation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1703240576/d103org/jc5educefdgcmtb8x8xa/blueribbon.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1703240576/d103org/jc5educefdgcmtb8x8xa/blueribbon.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1703240576/d103org/jc5educefdgcmtb8x8xa/blueribbon.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1703240576/d103org/jc5educefdgcmtb8x8xa/blueribbon.jpg","width":1000}])
Daniel Wright was awarded its fourth Blue Ribbon.
![Portrait of a Graduate]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1721152085/d103org/qpgh5gvtg2f6d5qk6sps/postPortrait-of-a-graduate-image.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1721152085/d103org/qpgh5gvtg2f6d5qk6sps/postPortrait-of-a-graduate-image.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1721152085/d103org/qpgh5gvtg2f6d5qk6sps/postPortrait-of-a-graduate-image.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1721152085/d103org/qpgh5gvtg2f6d5qk6sps/postPortrait-of-a-graduate-image.png","width":1200}])
The Portrait is a vision for our students that focuses on key competencies every child should have when they graduate from District 103.
4
Times national recipient of
excellence in education
as a Blue Ribbon School.
4
Teams have gone to
national competitions
multiple times.
Commendable
The state's Illinois State
Report Card designation.
78%
Of Students
Meet or Exceed
Math Standards.