They come to Woodstock from throughout northern Illinois, even southern Wisconsin, to get a glimpse of space travel. That’s what Challenger Learning Center at Olson Elementary School offers visitors, and […]
Elementary students from across Woodstock School District 200 have begun the servant leadership portion of their Difference Makers program by visiting local assisted living facilities and senior programs to connect […]
The Woodstock Challenger Learning Center invites the community to an evening of space exploration. Family Night Open House will take place at the Challenger Learning Center from 6 to 7:30 […]
The Olson Elementary Mustang Leadership Team got a pep talk from a real community leader recently as the fifth-graders prepared to ask local businesses to support the school’s upcoming Color […]
Two Woodstock North High School alumnae never dreamed they would be interested in space law enough to coordinate a fundraiser for summer space campers at Challenger Learning Center in Woodstock. […]
Mars is a tough planet for fourth-graders to navigate, which is why adult flight commanders are such an important part of Woodstock School District 200’s Challenger Learning Center. The center […]
Restrictions and concerns about the continuing pandemic have not deterred missions at the Challenger Learning Center for Science and Technology in Woodstock. Since the center opened in 2001, more than […]
Staff Report news@thewoodstockindependent.com As students return to classes Aug. 16 in Woodstock School District 200, they will find six administrators in new roles. Three new principals, two assistant principals, and […]
ISU grad takes Olson job after working in Palatine
Olson Elementary School is continuing a 40-book challenge throughout the school year. The effort is coordinated by teacher Crystal Christensen. Students are encouraged to read 40 books during the school […]
Larry Lough is editor of The Independent and reports local news.
Janet Dovidio has been a freelance correspondent for The Independent for eight years.
Susan W. Murray wrote for The Independent, covering various beats, from 2005 to 2008.
Tricia Carzoli is a freelance writer and photographer that on community news.
