Thursday Notes – April 9, 2026
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From Mr. Brooke’s Desk
29th Annual Scholarship Golf Outing
Calling all GOLFERS! The weather is warming up and what could be better than 18 holes of golf on a beautiful course with friends? There’s always good food as well as prizes and gifts, of course! Best of all, you are supporting the Annual Scholarship Fund which provides tuition assistance to families! Please join us on Tuesday, June 2, at beautiful Cantigny. Cost is $400 per golfer ($200 is tax-deductible) or $1,500 per foursome ($700 is tax-deductible).
Take a look at the website for all the details or click this link to go directly to the signup page
P.S. Consider being an EVENT SPONSOR! It’s a great way to promote your business! If you would like more information, click here or contact Shannon McDonald at 630.668.1385, ext. 201.
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LADIES, join us for breakfast! This has become a popular event to end the school year and celebrate the beginning of summer at beautiful Cantigny with friends and with beautiful views from the patio. Breakfast is at 9:00 a.m. Come right after you drop off your kids at school and sit for a while, relax with a cup of coffee or tea and delicious breakfast buffet. Cost is $35 for brunch only. Please RSVP here.
Note – Women who enjoy golf are invited to stay for the day and play the 18-hole mixed event!
From Mr. Painter’s Desk
MAP Growth Testing in April
MAP Growth Assessment will begin next week. All students will be taking one test in math and one test in reading with their homeroom teacher. Each test will average approximately one hour. Below are the testing dates for students at the various grade levels:
- Monday, April 13 – Wednesday, April 15: Grades 6-8
- Thursday, April 16 and Friday, April 17: Grades 4-5
- Monday, April 20 and Tuesday, April 21: Grades 2-3
- Wednesday, April 22 and Thursday, April 23: Grades K-1
It is extremely important that your children are in attendance on these days so that they take the test with their class. As it states in our Parent Handbook each year, “Unless students are sick, they must be in attendance during MAP Growth testing. Please do not schedule vacations or appointments during these dates. Making up testing is very difficult and time-consuming. Unavoidable illnesses are understandable, and teachers will work with students to get all their testing done; however, planned absences that cause a student to miss one or more subtests during the dates of test administration will incur a $25 charge (per day) to cover the cost of the proctor to administer the test to the student. This fee will be billed to your account.”
Save the Date: Coffee with the Administrators
Please join us for our final Parent Series event, Coffee with the Administrators, Tuesday, April 28, from 9:00-10:00 a.m. It will be a time to reflect on the school year, give feedback regarding our parent partnership, and share how we can support your family in the upcoming new school year. Please plan to grab a cup of coffee and join us! Register here to reserve your spot.
Important Upcoming Dates
Friday, April 10
Popcorn Day
Zero Waste Day
Saturday, April 11
BIRTHDAYS: Jon Gabriele (Math Instructional Coach/MML Teacher) and Jacqueline Lauriat (6th Grade Teacher/STEAM Coordinator)
7:30-11:30 a.m. – Board Retreat (Tyndale House Publishers)
Sunday, April 12
BIRTHDAY: Dave Wright (Music Teacher)
Monday, April 13
Staff Appreciation Week
MAP Growth Testing (Grades 7/8)
Hot Lunch -Culver’s
9:00-10:00 a.m. – Moms in Prayer (Room 608)
9:00-10:30 a.m. – Math Olympics Round 3 (Tech Lab 106)
4:00 p.m. – Girls’ V Soccer @ Benjamin MS
7:00-8:00 p.m. – Substance Abuse 6th Grade Parent Meeting (Room 709)
Tuesday, April 14
Staff Appreciation Week
MAP Growth Testing (Grades 6/8)
Hot Lunch – Jersey Mike’s/Augustino’s
7:00-8:00 p.m. – Kindergarten Roundup (Commons)
Wednesday, April 15
Staff Appreciation Week
MAP Growth Testing (Grades 6/7)
Hot Lunch – Barone’s Pizza and Pasta
9:15-11:30 a.m. – Women’s Bible Study (Amy Paglia’s home)
Thursday, April 16
Staff Appreciation Week
MAP Growth Testing (Grades 4/5)
1:00-3:00 p.m. – 2R & 2S Trip to Franciscan Supportive Living
4:00 p.m. -4th & 5th Grade Vocal Concert (The Story-Telling Man)
4:00 p.m. – Girls’ V Soccer vs. Schaumburg Christian (WCGS)
Friday, April 17
BIRTHDAY: Andrea Estabrook (Kindergarten Teacher)
Staff Appreciation Week
MAP Growth Testing (Grades 4/5)
Zero Waste Day
4:00 p.m. – Co-ed Track Meet @ Timothy Christian
6:30 p.m. – Faculty and Staff Appreciation Dinner (Maggiano’s)
Nurse News
Form Reminders
- All current kindergarten, second and sixth graders need a dental form on file no later than May 15.
- For the 2026-27 school year:
- Kindergarteners need a physical and eye exam due August 1, 2026.
- Sixth graders need a physical due August 1, 2026.
- All fall athletes, grades 5-8 need a physical prior to first day of tryouts.
- Now is a great time to schedule all these appointments. Fall sport tryouts generally are first day of school.
- Please refer to nurse website for information on all forms and deadlines. Medical Information – Wheaton Christian
Library News
Used Book Exchange
Our annual Used Book Exchange will occur on Friday, April 24, for all interested students. This is a chance for students to trade in books they no longer want and get some books that are new to them. There is a $5 fee to participate (or max $12/family), which helps to fund the summer reading program prizes. We have the biggest selection for students in grades K-6, but older students are always welcome to participate, too. We are always in need of more chapter books and books for older students, so if you have any of those to donate, we would greatly appreciate it! We welcome chapter book donations even if students do not plan on participating in the exchange. Students may begin bringing in books and the $5 fee next Monday, April 13. More information will be coming soon.
We will also need help with this one-day event—for setup, supervision and assisting “shoppers,” and pack up. A sign-up genius link will be coming soon. Thank you!
Community Corner
Wheaton Academy Co-Curricular Expo
Join Wheaton Academy for a Co-Curricular Expo on Wednesday, April 15, for an evening filled with adventure! Experience the many ways you can be involved from center stage to mid-field. Meet teachers, talk with other students who have your same interests, hear from coaches, and learn about the latest scholastic or academic club that takes your hobbies or interests to the next level. In the Co-Curricular Exhibit Hall, you will see demonstrations and find activities in which you can participate. Bring the whole family!
Registration link: Co-Curricular Expo – Wheaton Academy
Life on Purpose Conference
Are you or someone you know struggling to find purpose in life? Gospelife Church is happy to host a “Life on Purpose” conference provided by FORGE (forgefoward.org) on Saturday, May 16. Spend the day learning simple, Biblical truths and practices, to apply to your day-to-day routine. Reignite your heart to be on fire for Christ and understand how you can live your life on purpose as a laborer for Christ! Register here for the conference, and please spread the word to anyone who you think may benefit from this event. If the $30 cost is too much, please request a scholarship on the registration page and notate “WCGS Registrant” and the conference team will ensure the cost is covered.
Outreach: Women’s Network Inspire
Friday, April 24
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Embassy Suites – Naperville
Join the Women’s Network as we gather women from across Chicagoland to make an impact. Inspire is a 2-hour event that brings women together to share hope and build futures for women through supporting Outreach programs. Starting at 11:00 a.m. there will be exciting raffle packages to explore, a delicious brunch buffet and time of connection with like-minded women. The program begins at 12:00 p.m., and you’ll hear powerful stories of hope and transformation from women whose lives have been directly impacted by the work of Outreach. Want to host a table or bring your friends? Sign up today!
Wheaton College Soccer Camps
Wheaton College is hosting soccer camps and clinics for players ages 5-13 in the summer. Programs are designed for every skill level, offering instruction and activities that are geared to the levels of all participants. Camps are led by the Wheaton College Men’s Soccer coaching staff and current soccer players. Camps are held June 8-12 and June 15-19 in Joe Bean Stadium at Wheaton College. For more information and to register, please visit their website. For more questions, please contact Steve McCrath.
