By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com The Woodstock North girls soccer team hopesto work toward a strong Kishwaukee River Conference season this spring. “Our goal is to take it one game at a time and believe in the work we’re putting in,” second-year Thunder head coach Salimar Martinez said. “We want to compete to win every game, […]
BoysBasketball Feb. 16 – Woodstock (20-9) defeated Genoa-Kingston (10-18) 66-55. Feb. 18 – Woodstock (21-9) beat Woodstock North (4-23) 47-28. Feb. 20 – Woodstock North (4-24) fell to Grant (15-11) 77-46. GirlsBasketball Feb. 17 – Woodstock (14-18) defeated Woodstock North (10-16) 46-38. Feb. 19 – Woodstock (14-19) fell to Crystal Lake South (25-6) 55-23.
Cole Morrison, a senior at Woodstock North High School, is the son of Daniel and Yvonne Morrison. His teacher said, “Cole is and consistently has been a star among his peers. He is an outstanding athlete and scholar. He comes to class every day ready to learn and grow and always brings his A-game. Cole […]
Kinsley Wheeler, a sophomore at Woodstock North High School, is the daughter of Jenny and Bill Hamill, and Wes Wheeler. Her teacher said, “Kinsley is a hard worker who consistently demonstrates respect, kindness, and a positive attitude in class. She is kind to all of her classmates, always willing to help when needed, and is […]
AJ Cohen is a senior varsity basketball player at Woodstock North. He shows great integrity on and off the court, demonstrating what it means to be a Thunder athlete. AJ was selected as a captain by his teammates for his leadership characteristics and his drive to succeed. AJ continues to make his mark at Woodstock North […]
Props for Illinois Music Education Association, Special Olympics By Eileen Millard news@thewoodstockindependent.com High school and middle school students who participated in the Illinois Music Education Association program for District 7 and the Special Olympics State Bowling Tournament were honored at the D-200 Board of Education meeting on Jan. 13. District 7 of the ILMEA comprises […]
Makenzie Rice is a freshman on the varsity competitive cheer team at Woodstock North High School. Makenzie brings a level of spirit to the team that is truly irreplaceable. She embodies everything a cheerleader should be: disciplined, energetic, and a true leader. She is an asset to the team, and they look forward to her […]
Adrian Pavlik, a senior at Woodstock North High School, is the son of Dan and Jennifer Pavlik. His teacher said, “Adrian earns student of the week honors from the social studies department due to his hard work and great attitude in economics. Adrian asked great questions throughout the course and applied concepts from our personal […]
Gabriel Patterson, a junior at Woodstock North High School, is the son of Eric and Julie Patterson. His teacher said, “Throughout his junior year he has challenged himself academically by enrolling in two AP science courses. In addition, Gabe volunteers after school each week to tutor underclassmen in chemistry. His patience, clear explanations, and genuine […]
By Ruth Raubertas news@thewoodstockindependent.com On the weekend of Nov. 14-16, the Woodstock North High School Theatre Department will perform “Charlotte’s Web,” a production based on the beloved children’s book by E.B. White that Joseph Robinette adapted for the stage before White’s death in 1985. The show runs for 90 minutes. Student Jaida Collins has the […]
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