With the Board of Education’s earlier unanimous vote to have Woodstock School District 200 acquire the Challenger Learning Center, approval of the formal agreement among D-200, Aurora University, and the Challenger Center for Space Science Education was a mere formality last week. It didn’t even require a separate vote, as board members voted unanimously for […]
Maggie Finnegan is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Sean and Lisa Finnegan, McHenry. “Maggie is a fantastic young woman. She always strives for excellence whether it be in the classroom or on the softball field. Maggie also gives back to her community through mentoring younger Marian students. […]
Could Challenger Learning Center for Science & Technology have a new home in Woodstock’s Olson Elementary School by fall? Could Woodstock School District 200 ever effect a consolidation in some form with Alden-Hebron School District 19? Those are questions the Board of Education grappled with last week in the first public discussion of the two […]
Ethan Miranda is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Chita and Eric Miranda, Woodstock. “Ethan has been a foundational member of my classroom, helping to establish a fun and cooperative environment for all students,”said one of his teachers. Ethan is on the WYSE academic team […]
Caileigh Widmayer is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Dan and Erin Widmayer, Woodstock. “Caileigh is a committed young woman. She puts 100% effort into everything she does. Her motivation to consistently strive for self-improvement is truly impressive,” said one of her teachers. […]
Keegan Given is a junior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Lisa and Gregory Given, Wonder Lake. “Keegan is a great tutor. He is eager to help any student, and he goes above and beyond what is asked of him. We are happy to have him on […]
Megan Baker is a junior at Woodstock High School. Mrs. Brainard, the teacher who nominated Megan for Student of the Week, said she is “always willing to help others and me.” Megan has been on the honor roll and is currently part of the National Honor Society. She has been on the WHS […]
Olivia Suarez is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Anne and John Suarez, Huntley. “Olivia is a young lady of exemplary character. She takes pride in everything she does and it shines through in her work ethic and positive attitude. She is truly a […]
Mikayla Deehring is a junior at Woodstock North High School. She is the daughter of Lauren and Warren Deehring, Woodstock. “Mikayla is a self-driven independent student. She is graduating from high school at the end of her junior year. Mikayla has always held herself to the highest academic and personal standards. […]
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