A stint coaching middle school basketball during college convinced Justin Smith to change his major from business to education. In the years since, he’s never looked back. “I once thought […]
As a self-described high school “theater geek,” Carol Smith learned that, by working together, young people can accomplish amazing things. As Woodstock School District 200’s new director of community services, […]
Woodstock School District 200 ended its fiscal year in solid financial shape, according to a report by chief financial officer Risa Hanson. “Considering the uncertainty of state funding, our finances […]
This summer’s Woodstock School District 200 construction projects focus on two school libraries. Life-safety improvements are underway at Dean Street Elementary School and Northwood Middle School. Dean’s second floor library […]
The Northwood Middle School robotics team, the Corn Stalkers, have returned from the First Lego League Open European Championship, which was held from June 6 to 9 in Mannheim, Germany. […]
This past school year offered another strong showing by Woodstock High School’s student musicians. High scores by the choirs and band in their respective state music competitions this spring placed […]
Marian Central Catholic High School graduated 168 students during a ceremony June 1 that focused on the school’s faith and family foundations. Co-valedictorian Amanda Salvi made no apologies for saying […]
Slip. Slop. Slap. Three simple words that teach a fundamental lesson about cancer prevention. “When you go out in the sun, you slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen […]
The Woodstock High School Class of 2012 gathered as one May 20, knowing it was the last time as a single unit. “Today is an exciting day, because today […]
Katie Wright looked out at her classmates during the Woodstock North High School graduation May 19, telling them to seize the day and refuse to be passive. “I urge […]
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