This camp will take place next week for anyone in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade next year. Email Coach McCoy with any questions.
Tomorrow is the day!! Bring in those dollars and see how many feet of duct tape it will take to get Dr. Green stuck to the wall!!
In CATS class, students developed countries using strategic thinking and cooperation to grow infrastructure, expand territory, advance technology, form alliances, and influence global events. This project encouraged students to apply academic skills in real-world simulations while fostering critical thinking, creativity, diplomacy, and leadership. Each country had a station where classes could talk with the citizens and learn about what had been developed.
The last day of school is Friday, May 30th. Students will be dismissed at 11:46 am, and no backpacks are needed this day!
Just a reminder, there is no school on Monday, May 26th.
Woodridge is going to celebrate the final week of school in style!
The last day of school will be a day of celebration for our 8th graders!
🎉🚨 YOU READ THAT RIGHT... WE’RE TAPING THE PRINCIPAL TO THE WALL! 🚨🎉
Get ready for the stickiest event of the year! Thursday, May 29, during all three lunch shifts, students and staff will have the chance to tape our brave principal to the wall—yes, literally!
🛠️ How does it work?
🔹 Purchase duct tape by the foot — $1 per foot
🔹 Preorder your tape in the commons before school
🔹 Go to lunch on Thursday and help turn our principal into wall art! 😆
Don’t miss out — this is one school event that’s guaranteed to stick with you! 💥
Join us in celebrating the retirement of an extraordinary educator, mentor, and advocate — Karla Bunse!
For 26 years, she has been a guiding light in our district, beginning her journey as a compassionate kindergarten teacher, then serving as an elementary school counselor, and most recently supporting countless students as our dedicated middle school counselor.
Her impact spans generations — helping young learners take their first steps in the classroom, guiding children through their elementary years, and offering steady support during the transformative middle school experience. Her kindness, wisdom, and unwavering commitment have left a lasting legacy in every hallway and heart.
Thank you, Ms. Bunse, for your years of dedication, your endless encouragement, and for always putting students first. You will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
Wishing you all the best in this exciting new chapter!
We are still missing many library books. These were all due on 5/15/25.
The Woodridge Leadership Olympics will be on Wednesday, May 21. Students will be too focused on team building and having fun, so they will not need to bring a backpack on this day. If your student purchased an Olympics shirt, encourage them to wear it tomorrow! Let the games begin!
Today, we’re giving a HUGE shoutout to the amazing SLP who works at Woodridge, where communication challenges meet adolescence head-on!
Ms. Komos is helping students find their voice, build confidence, and succeed both in and out of the classroom. From speech sounds to social skills, she is changing lives one conversation at a time.
Thank you for your patience, creativity, and unwavering support for our students. You are truly appreciated!
A friendly message from our favorite librarian! Parents or students can contact Mrs. Dobbs with any questions regarding their library accounts.
At the NJHS ceremony last night, 8th-grade members were honored for their hours of community service, and new 7th-grade members were inducted for the 2025-26 school year. Congratulations to all!
We stopped by Woodridge Middle School this morning, where MAP testing is going strong and classroom learning never stops. For example, in Mr. Cathcart's class, students were diligently working on packets about the moon and its phases.
Woodridge would like to thank Mr. Chuck McPherson for all he does for the Northwest District as the School Communications liaison. Student Lighthouse's Jake W. surprised Mr. McPherson with some fun socks to match Mr. McPherson's fun personality.
Northwest High School's Boys' Soccer team is hosting a summer camp for boys interested in playing soccer. This is open to incoming 4th-9th-grade students. Please head to the website for sign-up details or email northwestlionssoccer@gmail.com with questions.
https://www.northwestlionssoccer.com/camps
Today, we give a big shoutout to Ms. McCarter and Ms. Peeples, our incredible middle school nursing staff, who do so much more than just hand out Band-Aids and magic ice packs. From tummy aches to tough days, they are always there with compassion, care, and a calm presence that makes all the difference. Middle school can be tough, but knowing they are there helps our students feel safe, supported, and seen.
Thank you, Ms. McCarter and Ms. Peeples, for everything you do — we appreciate you today and every day!
Today is the last Dine and Donate for the school year. Please mention Woodridge when ordering and thank you for supporting Woodridge Middle School!
Woodridge will have MAP testing this week. All students will be testing in their Math and ELA classes. Eighth-grade students will also be testing in science the week of May 12th. Please encourage your student to charge their Chromebook nightly, get plenty of sleep, and eat a healthy breakfast.
