9/16/26 Student of the Week – Elliot Svitak
September 28, 2026
Elliot Svitak, a senior at Woodstock North High School, is the daughter of Megan Kim and Grace Valentine. Her teacher said, “Elli puts in a lot of effort as a […]
Elliot Svitak, a senior at Woodstock North High School, is the daughter of Megan Kim and Grace Valentine. Her teacher said, “Elli puts in a lot of effort as a […]
By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com The District 200 Education Foundation has awarded funds to one choir needing specialized instruments. Megan Kim, music teacher and choir director at Woodstock North High School, […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com For 30 games this season, a group of 13 seniors led the charge for Woodstock North’s baseball team. The Class of 2026 members did so from […]
Lilly Sofie, a sophomore at Woodstock North High School, is the daughter of Joseph and Danielle Sofie. Her teacher said, “Lilly Sofies is currentlhy in my AP Seminar class at […]
Thomas Hoang, a junior at Woodstock North High School, is the son of Chi Nguyen. His teacher said, “Thomas is one of our leading contributors in class discussion and is […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock North’s softball team is aiming for a strong Kishwaukee River Conference season. The sister duo of Makayla and Madalynn Nordahl, while focusing on that goal, […]
Luke Bigler, a junior at Woodstock North High School, is the son of John and Jennifer Bigler. His counselor said, “Luke is a motivated and dependable student who actively seeks […]
By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com The Woodstock North High School Thunder Service Club is now chartered by the Woodstock Rotary Club as of Jan. 1. The group’s new name is the […]
Elli Voss, a senior at Woodstock North High School, is the daughter of Russell Voss and Cynthia Neff. Her teacher said, “Every day Elli comes into the LRC with a […]
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