Dear Parents,
Happy New Year! I am proud to announce that Wheaton North High School has once again been named a silver medalist school by U.S. News and World Report ranking of America's Best High Schools. Of the 742 high schools in Illinois that were ranked (18,743 nationwide), we were among the top 5% (top 3% nationally). In DuPage county, we were one among seven high schools selected as silver winners. As I often say, Wheaton North High School is a special place because of all those who are involved. I continue to be proud to serve as its principal.
It's hard to believe that it is second semester already. Included in this newsletter are details about many upcoming events. Please be sure to read the enclosed articles for important information highlighted by Parent Curriculum Night - February 3 and Turnabout - February 13. Additionally, this year’s musical, “The Music Man” held on March 11 - 13 will showcase many talented students. The public is always welcome. Our music department will continue to showcase students performing throughout March including the Orchestra Concert on March 18, Choir Concert on March 23, and Band Concert on March 25.
Wheaton North High School is a great school. The faculty and staff are dedicated to serving our students by offering them challenging curriculum in preparation of their future. Of course, everything we do at Wheaton North is in partnership with our parent community, and I have a request of junior parents. Although we are proud of our silver medal status, we need to do better on the Prairie State Achievement Exam. Each year the state of Illinois raises the adequate yearly progress percentage. Therefore we continually need our students to do their very best on both Day 1 and Day 2 of the PSAE. Day 1 is the ACT and students take that seriously. However, Day 2 is equally important to the students' PSAE status as well as the overall performance of Wheaton North High School. Since we are evaluated by the state of Illinois based on the PSAE scores, I would appreciate it if parents would hold discussions with your juniors about doing the best they can. This year the PSAE is on April 28 - 29. Sophomores and Freshmen take the PLAN and the Explore respectively during that time. Seniors will have the opportunity to Job Shadow during testing days. Please see the enclosed articles for details.
My second request of all parents is regarding dancing. With the upcoming Turnabout, I would like to remind parents to hold discussions with your teenagers attending dances at Wheaton North about appropriate dancing behavior. The dance guidelines are reviewed by Mr. Venckus in this newsletter as well as with the student body. Each dance we have had to remove several students who do not comply. Although, dancing behavior has improved, we would still like parents to share your expectations with your teenagers as well. Wheaton North students have always lived up to our expectations. I am confident that with your help, students can still have a good time at dances. I appreciate your help.
Finally, the Falcon Boosters will host the annual dinner auction "Falcon Spring Breakaway" on Saturday, March 6 at Arrowhead. This is their major fundraiser with all of the proceeds directly benefiting the students of Wheaton North. Please come out and show your support. It is a wonderful community event! I look forward to seeing you there.
As always, please let me know if I can be of any assistance. Good communication is critical to our success.
Sincerely,
Jill Bullo, principal
I hope your students had a relaxing winter break and are off to a good start this semester. I enjoyed meeting the new incoming freshman parents at our 8th Grade Parent Orientation. Thank you for completing the survey, your input is appreciated. We are looking forward to having the class of 2014 join Wheaton North!
Reminder: Our 2nd Semester Curriculum Night will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 2010. The evening will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. with your students 1st period class. (Please have your student complete their schedule on the enclosed flyer)
It is hard to believe we are beginning the 3rd week of second semester. Progress reports will be sent home with your student on March 12. There are many exciting activities taking place at Wheaton North in February and March. I encourage you to look through the newsletter for the specific dates and times. As always, if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me at 784-7303.
COME OUT AND SUPPORT The Wheaton North High School Show Choir Newly-named "FLIGHT"
Directed by Julie Petrando, Choreographed by Nancy Bocek AND featuring 46 of the most talented students our school has to offer!REVIEW CONCERT: Monday, February 1, 2010 at 7:00pm
Wheaton North AuditoriumCome support us as we enter our first-ever competition season!
DON’T MISS THIS YEAR’S SPRING MUSICAL, The Music Man. Please join us for an evening of dancing, singing and smiles as over 100 students present this classic musical. Performances run March 11th -13th, with evening performances at 7 p.m. in addition to a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday. Tickets cost $4 for students/seniors and $8 for adults. Contact Mr. Phillips at (630) 784-7442 or bphillip@cusd200.org for ticket information. Consider reserving your tickets early as last year’s musical had “full houses” for our performances. Parents, we are looking for “behind-the-scenes” help, especially in the area of sewing. If you’d like to donate your talents, please contact Dee Horky at dhorky@cusd200.org.
Looking forward, the Spring One Acts are also right around the corner, taking place Thursday, April 29th, and Friday, April 30th, at 7 p.m. in the Taylor Auditorium. These hilarious shows are designed to showcase the talents of novice actors and directors. An informational meeting about auditions and student directing will take place in late March; listen for announcements and check our web site at http://www.wnhs.org/activities/Drama/index.htm for more information and to sign up for email alerts.
Are you interested in helping to improve our environment towards cleaner air, water, and land? Club Environmental Rescue (E.R.) does just that! Club E.R. helps to preserve the Earth one meeting at a time. Where else can you spend your time saving the world?!? Students recycle, plant new trees and plants, do environmental clean-ups, take fun fields trips, promote environmental issues to others, and do fundraisers to support the environment. If you want to have fun and feel good about improving the environment for Mother Earth, people, and animals, Club E.R. is for you! Students can contact Mrs. Schmalz at Lschmalz@cusd200.org or Mrs. Paulsen at Cpaulsen@cusd200.org or visit our Club Environmental Rescue web site at http://wnhs.org/activities/cluber/index.htm. It is FREE to join this club. There is NO activity fee and this is a great club to make new friends who also care to rescue and preserve our planet!
We are quickly approaching our Dinner/Silent Auction held Saturday, March 6, 2010 at a new venue this year, Arrowhead golf Club. Tickets are $65 per person prior to February 19th and $75 per person after February 20th. We are always looking for items to include in our Auction. The Auction is our biggest fundraise of the year – it allows us to help support activities, athletics, projects and equipment needed to enhance student life at Wheaton North. If you have any items, please contact auction@wnhsboosters.org.
Directories are available through Amy Zarbuck. You can contact her at directory@wnhsboosters.org or you can always come to one of our Booster Meetings held the second Tuesday of every month. Please check our website for future meetings and info http://www.wnhsboosters.org/.
As always I want to thank the parents of our students who help support Booster Club, we couldn’t do it without you. I wish you all a happy and healthy New Year.
Regards, Dee Horky, President
It’s not too late to register for the Boys Lacrosse Club!! Our pre-season starts March 1st. Check out our website at www.wnhslax.org.
We are a “no cut” sport that offers athletic letters at frosh/soph, junior varsity and varsity levels of competition. Lacrosse is a great sport for athletes interested in keeping in shape for hockey, football, basketball and soccer! Anyone is welcome to come out. We are especially looking for new players from the freshman and sophomore classes. Contact Holly Higgins at hollyannehiggins@yahoo.com for further information.
Yearning for your favorite Market Day dishes? Market Day is available at Wheaton North sponsored by the Falcon Band Parent Organization. Our pick-up days are on Mondays from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Band hallway on the northwest end of the building. Use door #16. Profits support the many activities of all our band programs.
Order forms are also available in the Main Office or you can order on-line at www.marketday.com and specify Wheaton North as your pick-up site.
2009 – 2010 Sale Dates
January 25, 2010
February 22, 2010
March 22, 2010
April 26, 2010
May 24, 2010
June 21, 2010Jean M. Gombar
Market Day Chairperson
Turnabout Dance 2010
Old HollywoodDate: Saturday, February 13, 2010
Time: 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Location: WNHS CommonsTickets will be sold during all lunches 2/2-2/5
No Admittance after 7:30 p.m.—No Refunds—Enter at Door 3
The Wheaton North math team is beginning another fun year of competition. We are getting ready for our two meets in February.
The DVC meet will be held at Wheaton North this school year on Wednesday February 10th, 2010.
The regional meet will be held on Saturday February 20th. Site TBD. This is the meet that will qualify some for State in May.
Practices are once or twice each week leading up to February. New members are always welcome at practices!! Come check us out!
We have provided several opportunities for members to pick up their directories. You can pick one up at the January 12 Booster meeting. If you are unable to make it to the meeting, please contact me at 630-682-9646 or amyzrdh@sbcglobal.net to make arrangements to pick one up.
It’s never too late to join us. There are many events happening 2nd semester and new members are always welcome. We meet every Tuesday morning at 6:50 in the auditorium. For more information contact Mrs. Martinez or Mrs. Coleman.
Student Council is sponsoring the annual Mr. Wheaton North competition on Friday, March 19 at 7:00 P.M. There is a mandatory meeting for any interested junior or senior boy on January 20 at 2:20 OR on January 26 at 2:20 in room 107. If you are even thinking about competing for this prestigious title, find out all about it at one of these two meetings. This is sure to be an exciting and entertaining event with modeling, dancing, singing and a lot of talent from our Wheaton North boys. Tickets will be sold the week before the event in the bookstore and at the door for $6.00. See Mrs. Martinez for details.
The Comedy Troupe tryouts for this year’s Spring Extravaganza Talent Show will take place March 1st and 3rd starting at 2:30. Pick up information and sign up for a time in room 107, starting February 22nd. Only seniors are eligible to try out.
Hey all you talented students! Come try out for our talent show that will take place May 7th and 8th. Tryouts will take place April 5-7 starting at 2:30. Sign up sheets will be available March 22nd in room 107. See Mrs. Martinez or Miss Patel for more information.
The Class of 2013 has elected officers for the 2009-2010 school year. Officers are:
The first order of business was the Mother/Son Dance that was held Jan. 31st. Currently the class is working hard on a shoe collection service project through “Share Your Soles”. Used or new shoes will be sent to countries in need. Please send any donations with your student or to Mrs. Martinez or Ms. Saad. Boxes will be available in several areas for the collection.
President: Allison Martinez
Vice President: Anne Denz
Secretary: Cassidy Roberts
Treasurer: Kayla Leonard
POST PROM 2010 is around the corner.
Movies will be our theme and the title is
LIGHTS! CAMERAS! PAPARAZZI!We’re looking for some creative people to join in the FUN and sign up to decorate and/or chair rooms. It takes 200+ people to pull off this great event for each night. The committees work with a team and create awesome works of art for the community and the students to enjoy.
Wheaton North’s Post Prom is going to be April 24th, 2010, but the planning starts months before that. This is a great opportunity for parents to get involved in an awesome night for our juniors and seniors.
Give us a call if you have questions. We look forward to hearing from you.
Your Wheaton North Post Prom Co-Coordinators
Chris Robertson 630.653.0996 and Darcie Bonga 630.690.5648
Band Notes
YOU are invited to the Northside Band Festival – a concert which celebrates the accomplishments of all of the band students on the North side of District 200 grades 5 through 12 – all of which will perform the night of February 18th. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m.
The Wheaton North Wind Ensemble will be one of three guest “honor” bands performing at the Western Illinois Band Showcase on Friday and Saturday February 26th and 27th. Final trip payments are due by Monday February 15th. All remaining balances are due at that time.
Auditions for the Wheaton North Band Program will take place on Monday February 22nd.
SAVE THE DATE!! The Wheaton North Symphonic Band will be participating in an exchange concert with the St. Charles North Wind Symphony on Monday March 15th. The performance will take place at the new North Central College Wentz Concert Hall in Naperville. Students from both bands will participate in clinics throughout the day at North Central which will culminate in a concert that evening at 7:30 p.m. For this reason, the Symphonic Band will NOT perform at the Wheaton North Band Concert on March 25th. Please note this change on your family calendars. We are very excited to be able to offer this wonderful experience to our younger students!
SAVE THE DATE!! The Wheaton North Jazz Bands will host the fourth Annual Swing Dance on Saturday April 10th at 7 pm in the Commons. Keep your eyes open for more information on the band’s website www.wnband.org
It’s time to start thinking about next year!! Information about the 2010 Falcon Marching Band will be available soon!
Orchestra Notes
Dear Wheaton North Orchestra Students, Families, and Fans,
The next two months promise to be an exciting and busy time for our orchestras. This month we will be representing Wheaton North High School at the annual University of Illinois High School String and Orchestra Festival on February 27th. This will be our most significant trip of the year. Our tour of central Illinois will include a stop at Illinois State University on February 26th where we will participate in coaching sessions and clinics with ISU faculty. We are excited for both of these exciting opportunities!
In addition, we are currently in full swing with preparations for the Spring Musical, The Music Man. Members of the orchestra and band will accompany the wonderful cast and theatre production staff to present this classic show for the community on March 11-13.
Finally, the highest honor for any individual musician at Wheaton North is to be selected to perform on the annual Concerto-Aria Concert with the orchestra. This year we have four fabulous winners of the competition. They will all perform, accompanied by the Chamber Orchestra, in concert on March 18th. The concert will feature Adam Billingham (marimba), Josh Billingham (piano), Bridgette Ecklund (soprano), and Devyn Manschot (double bass). This concert represents some of the brightest talents in our school, and promises to be a “must-see” event for the entire community.
Thank you for your support of the Wheaton North Orchestra program!
With anticipation of musical days to come,
Mr. Philip Rudd
We would like to thank the employers who participated in last year’s Wheaton North Job Shadow Program: Associates in Psychology, Betsy Ward, Central DuPage Hospital, Castrol Industrial, Catigny, Chicago Tribune, CK Auto, Claymore Securities, College of DuPage Radio Station, Cray Kaiser,.CUSD 200, Danada Veterinarian Clinic, DK Architecture, Dr. Schweitzer, DuPage County Airport, DuPage County Courthouse, FBI – Chicago, First Choice Bank, Good Samaritan Hospital, Hadley Junior High School, The Holiday Inn, Huck Bouma Law, Ideanet Solutions, Mesirow Financial, Ms. Daly, Packer Engineering, Quality Productions, Sign Authority, Sipley Elementary, St. John Lutheran School, Sunnyridge, Target Pharmacy, Ulta, Wheaton Academy, Wheaton Communications (T.V), Wheaton Fire, Wheaton Police, Willowbrook Wildlife Center, Holiday Inn, Wheaton Academy, Wheaton College, Willow Creek Church, Wheaton Drama, Wheaton Eye Clinic.
Dear Parents/Guardians:
Please read the following information regarding the PSAE, PLAN and EXPLORE test.
PSAE ( Prairie State Achievement Examination)
The PSAE is required by the Illinois State Board of Education and Community Unit School District 200 Board of Education and must be taken by qualifying juniors (more than 12 credits after 5 semesters) in order to receive a high school diploma. This test is comprised of the ACT (Day 1) and Work Keys (Day 2) and is used by the state of Illinois to assess if a school is “meeting” or “not meeting” state standards. Students that are not sure of their credit status can verify if they are taking the PSAE by checking with their guidance counselor. The PSAE measures the performance of junior students on the Illinois Learning Standards for reading, mathematics, science and writing. The PSAE is given on April 28th and April 29th.
PLAN
All sophomore students take the PLAN. The PLAN is a test preparation activity that can positively impact students’ scores on the ACT Assessment. The ACT Assessment is part of the PSAE given to qualifying junior students. The PLAN measures the performance of sophomores in english, math, reading and science. The PLAN is given on April 28th only.
EXPLORE
All freshman students take the EXPLORE. The EXPLORE is designed to help 9th graders explore a broad range of content areas. It prepares students not only for their high school coursework but for the PLAN and PSAE as well. The EXPLORE measures the performance of freshman in english, math, reading and science. The EXPLORE is given on April 29th only.
Seniors
- April 28th and April 29th are non-attendance days
Juniors (more than 12 credits)
- Mandatory attendance on April 22nd and 23rd.
- Take the PSAE on April 28th and April 29th
- April 28th Schedule April 29th Schedule
- Start time (7:20 am) Start time (7:20 am)
- End time (11:50 am) End time (10:20 am)
Sophomores
- Take the PLAN on Wednesday, April 28th only
- Start time (7:20 am)
- End time (11:15 am) *Busses will depart at noon
- April 29th is a non-attendance day
Freshman
- Take the EXPLORE on Thursday, April 29th only
- Start time (7:20 am)
- End time (10:20 am)
- April 28th is a non-attendance day
Homeroom
All students will participate in a homeroom on April 14th and 21st. On those days we will follow the “60 Minute Assembly” schedule. The purpose of the homeroom is to allow freshman, sophomore and junior students to become familiar with the room they will be testing, the teacher(s) who will administer their test and to be informed about the test structure and its content. Senior students will use the period as a study hall.
Please encourage your student(s) to do their best on these respective tests. If you have any questions, please call me at 784-7302 or email me at mbiscan@cusd200.org. Thank you for your assistance in this important process.
Sincerely
Matt Biscan
Assistant Principal
SUMMER DRIVER EDUCATION REGISTRATION:
Students may sign-up for Driver Education this summer on April 5th – April 9th in the Guidance Office. The $250 Drivers Education fee will need to be paid at the time of registration. There will again be two sessions offered to the students during the summer. Each session is four weeks in length. Session one begins in June and session two will begin in July.
There will be a Driver Education Parent/Student meeting on Monday, May 24th at 7:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. This meeting is mandatory for the student and at least one parent/guardian. The students will take the Rules of the Road test on Thursday, May 27th at 2:20 pm in the cafeteria. They must pass the test in order to receive their Learners Permit. Students can go to our website, wnhs.org (Driver Education), in order to start reviewing for the written test (Rules of Road).
DID YOU KNOW?
On January 1st, 2010 two new laws went into effect in order to strengthen Illinois laws on distracted driving. The new laws “ban” text messaging while driving, and using a cell phone when in a school or construction zones.
The penalty for violating either of these measures results in a moving violation that will go on the motorist’s driving record as well as accompanying fines and court costs to be determined by the judge.
You can log onto the Secretary of States web site if you have any further question about the new laws regarding teenage drivers at www.cyberdriveillinois.com.
Mr. Mike Oleszek (630) 784-7490; moleszek@cusd200.org
February is Dental Health Month
Has your child seen a dentist for their routine dental care? Dental health is vital to overall health. The DuPage county Health Department SMILE SQUAD will be coming to Wheaton North March 18th and 19th to provide important oral health services to students. A parent permission form must be completed and returned to the nurse’s office by March 12th if you would like your student to participate in this wonderful program. Permission forms are available in the main office or the nurse’s office.
The Health Dept. will screen anyone with a completed permission form but only do cleaning, sealants and/or fluoride to those who meet the financial qualifications. If dental disease is found the student is referred to a dental health care provider – there may be a charge to get needed work completed.
Other community resources are:
Call 942-3250
- DuPage County Health Dept.(DCHD) dental services – 690-7450
- College of DuPage Dental Hygiene School offers preventative care in a great facility with reasonable fees but do NOT see children under 5 years old-
People’s Resource Center Dental Clinic – 690-7450 For families with Medicaid or Public Aid #’s or All Kids – call Doral Dental at (888)286-2447.
Health Insurance
All Kids Hotline 1-866-ALL-KIDS (1-866-255-5437) TTY: 1-877-204-1012
All Kids is the Illinois program for comprehensive health insurance for children and is available to every uninsured child at rates their parents can afford. The All Kids program offers Illinois’ uninsured children comprehensive health care that includes doctor’s visits, hospital stays, prescription drugs, vision care, dental care and medical devices like eyeglasses and asthma inhalers. Parents pay monthly premiums for the coverage, but rates for middle-income families are significantly lower than they are on the private market. You can get information and an application at www.allkids.com.
Emergency Contacts
In an effort to best serve your student, please notify the health office (784-7327) if emergency phone numbers have changed since registration. We also appreciate notification if your student has experienced any significant health or medication changes.
Wheaton North Culinary Arts classes were selected this year to receive a $100 grant from the DuPage County Farm Bureau. The Illinois Beef Industry, in cooperation with the Women’s Committee, makes this award to promote the use of beef in our curriculum.
This generous donation is being used by two courses. Food Science will compare fat content, texture, and taste of different types of ground beef, and Culinary Arts II prepares dishes which use braising methods to tenderize beef. We have sixty students in these two classes this year.
We hope you had a safe and restful winter break. Second semester is in full swing, and we would like to bring a few items to your attention.
New Tardy Initiative
Our new tardy initiative has decreased tardies to school and classes this year. Two of the many benefits of students being on time are 1) teachers are able to begin class uninterrupted when the bell rings, and 2) there are fewer behavior issues in the hallways during passing periods. Students’ tardies have been re-set to zero for second semester.
Dance Guidelines
With Turnabout and Prom approaching, we would like to remind everyone of our dance guidelines. Students have been informed of the guidelines through student meetings at the beginning of the year and various announcements throughout the year. The policy is also printed on the back of each ticket and appears on Page 13 of the student handbook. It states the following:
Students need to demonstrate appropriate behavior and show respect for themselves, staff, and peers at all times. This includes showing respect for others relative to space and refraining from provocative and inappropriate dancing. Students who do not abide by these standards may be asked to leave the dance without warning and will receive consequences according to the current school regulations.
Our goal is to provide an environment that is appropriate, comfortable, and enjoyable for all students at Wheaton North. We appreciate your help in addressing this issue.
Thank you for your attention to these items. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Financial Aid Workshop at COD
The College of DuPage will be hosting this important workshop on Thursday, February 18th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at its Glen Ellyn Campus in SRC 2800. The workshop is free and open to the public. Parents of all grade levels are encouraged to attend, but it is especially useful for senior parents. For more information go to http://home.cod.edu/financialAid/datesEvents.aspx
The topics for the workshop’s sessions are as follows:
- Welcome and General Financial Aid Overview
- Federal Student Loans
- 2009-2010 FAFSA Completion
(This will be especially useful to senior parents, because it will be an open session with financial aid specialists available to assist in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) )
Scholarship Bulletin
As mentioned in the December newsletter the Guidance Department provides students and parents with a list of local scholarships and some national scholarships through the Scholarship Bulletin. During February and March we receive many scholarship offers, so the bulletin is updated more frequently. Therefore, we encourage you and your student to continually check for the updated versions. The Scholarship Bulletin is available in the College and Career Center. It is also available online at www.prephq.com (students need to know their log-in and password) or at www.wnhs.org →Counseling→Guidance Department→College/Career Resources.
Local Scholarship Application
The Local Scholarship Application is now available in the College and Career Center. This is a great opportunity for students to apply for a number of scholarships by filling out one application. This year we are anticipating nine scholarships on the application that are generously endowed by local community organizations. Awards normally range from $350 to $1500. The deadline for the application is Thursday, February 25, 2010.
AP Test Registration
AP Test registration packets will be available in mid-February. Students can pick up a packet from their AP teacher or from the College and Career Center. Price per test is $86. The registration deadline is March 12, 2010. All packets should be turned in complete with payment and parent permission to Mary Bischoff in the College and Career Center. If you have any questions regarding AP testing please contact the Guidance Office at 784-7325.
Summer Opportunities
Students who are seeking enrichment programs for the summer are encouraged to check the Summer Program File periodically over the next few months. The file is located in the College and Career Center and will have information on summer programs offered by colleges and universities, not-for-profit groups (i.e. volunteer opportunities), and government agencies.
Course Selection Process Underway for the 2010-2011 School Year
Beginning last month and continuing through February Wheaton North counselors are assisting students with the course selection process for next year. Graduation requirements, college admission requirements, current career interests, etc. are reviewed to help students choose the correct courses for them. Parents play a vital role in this process and should discuss and review their student’s recommendations and course selections before signing off on final selections. If you have any questions about particular courses or the process please call the Guidance Office at 630-784-7325 to be connected to your student’s counselor.
SAVE THE DATE – Monday, April 12th
Illinois Association of College Admission Counseling College Fair
North Central College-Merner Field House, Naperville
6:30-8:30 P.M.Whether your child is a sophomore or junior who is just beginning the college search process or a senior who is still looking for that right school, attendance at the fair is an excellent opportunity to explore post-secondary options. There will be technical schools, the military, and over 160 colleges and universities from across the country represented. In addition, financial aid professionals will be available to discuss and answer questions regarding the federal aid process.
2009 Fall DVC All Conference Selections
The following athletes also received DVC All Conference honors for Fall 2009:
Boys Cross Country
Jacob and James WatermanGirls Swimming
Susannah Malmgren(These names were not announced until after the December issue went to print.)
2009 Fall DVC All Academic Team Additions
Congratulations to the following students who have also been named to the DuPage Valley Conference All Academic Team. In order to be selected to the All Academic Team, student athletes need to meet the following criteria:
- Varsity letter winner
- Have a minimum accumulative GPA of 4.0
- Previous semester made the Blue or Gold Honor Roll
In addition to last month’s issue, the following students are recognized under these standards:
Abigail Zamis, Gabrielle Wojtyna, Lindsay Taylor, Samantha Ruggiero, Erin Karner, Susannah Malmgren, Cynthia Jezuit, Amy Hummel, Andrea Daun, Julia Creswell, Victoria Cimino, and Alison Chatten.
(These names were not announced until after the December issue went to print.)
As our winter season begins to wind down, I would like you to consider trying out for one of our spring sports. During the spring season we have nine sports with twenty-eight levels of play scheduled for competition. You are encouraged to get involved and to experience the excitement of being a Falcon athlete. Being an athlete requires commitment, dedication, and hard work. The rewards are many and the friendships made are often for life. It will also enrich your high school experience. Freshmen, we especially need your involvement in our Falcon Sports Programs. Do not wait – join a program as a freshman.
2010 FALCON SPRING SPORTS INFORMATION BULLETIN
Spring sports season for Boys Gymnastics will begin practice on Monday, February 15, 2010. Boys Baseball, Girls Badminton, Girls Soccer, Boys Tennis and Girls Softball will begin March 1, 2010. And last, Boys Volleyball will begin on March 8, 2010. Listed below we have included coaches contact information if you have questions or comments regarding practices, starting times, and location for each sport. If you want to participate but cannot make the first meeting, please call the Athletic Office at 630-784-7318 to let us know.
All participants must have a current physical, a parental permission form filled out and signed, and an emergency card for the trainer, before beginning practice. Freshmen may use their freshman physical; simply make a copy for the Athletic Office and mark it at top “Athletics”. This should have been turned in at registration for the nurse’s requirements. These forms can be downloaded from the WNHS web site or you may stop by the Athletic Office to pick them up.
The following must be taken care of before you will be allowed to practice. If you do not meet all the requirements you may watch the others practice but you cannot participate until all forms have been completed and turned in.
- A current sports physical. Only freshmen may use their required freshman physical for athletics. All upperclassmen must have a current physical on file. IHSA forms are to be used for physicals and may be picked up in the Athletic Office for upperclassmen. This is a requirement of the Illinois High School Association.
- A parental permission form/insurance waiver form may also be picked up in the Athletic Office. This form must be filled out completely and signed in two places by parents and athletes.
- A user’s fee of $100 should be paid in the Athletic Office after you have been chosen for a team.
- A gold emergency card for the trainer should be turned into the Athletic Office before practice begins. Please list your cell number - no one except the trainer will have access to this number.
Pre-season conditioning for each spring sport will begin several weeks before practice begins for students not involved in a winter sport. Check with head coaches and listen to announcements. If you have any questions about practice times or tryouts, please contact the head coach
Boys Gymnastics
Chad Downie
cdownie@cusd200.orgBoys Tennis
Rick Rateike
rjrateike@aol.comBoys Track
Don Helberg
dhelberg@cusd200.orgBoys Volleyball
Ryan Baker
rbaker@cusd200.orgGirls Badminton
Becky Blacharczyk
rblachar@cusd200.orgGirls Soccer
Tim McEvilly
tmcevill@cusd200.orgGirls Softball
Karen Calabrese
calabre@cusd200.orgGirls Track
Pete Macabobby
pmacabob@cusd200.org
Boys Track and Field
The Track and Field season has started! Come be part of the defending DVC & Sectional championship team (especially if you are coming off a winter sport). We were 9th at State last year with 7 All State Athletes! We encourage all young men to join our squad. By running track and field, you will get stronger and faster! We especially encourage athletes from other sports (football, soccer, basketball…) to join us because being faster and stronger is the key to ALL sports!
There are 18 different events to compete in. These include: Sprints, Hurdles, Distances, Jumps (long, triple, high), Shot Put and Discus, and the Pole Vault. There is a spot for everyone! We strive to have the athlete look at their own performances and see if they get a P.R. (Personal Record). We look at P.R.’s over wins every time! EVERY individual that stays in our program gets better!
To join, simply pay your athletic fee ($100.00) in the Athletic Directors office, make sure you have a current physical and parent permission form signed. Practices are every day at 2:30 p.m. and end around 5:00 p.m. (we lift every day). We have meets at least once a week. There are no BENCH WARMERS! Everyone gets to compete in the meets! We usually have around 120 athletes out for the team.
Any questions see Mr. Helberg, Mr. Graf, Mr. Potter, or Mr. McQuaid. To join, meet Coach Helberg in the Fieldhouse after school.
See you there.
Boys Tennis Meeting Wed., February 17th
Are you interested in playing or learning a new sport? Tennis, which is unique in that it can be both an individual (singles) and a team (doubles) activity, is a sport that one can play for life. The boys tennis program needs players for the upcoming season. We have both a varsity and a freshman/sophomore team. No playing experience is necessary and we always keep as many players as possible on each team.
A preseason meeting will take place on Wednesday, February 17th at
2:20 p.m. in room 408. Tryouts are scheduled to begin on Monday, March 1st. If any questions please contact Coach Rateike at 630-464-5857 or see Coach Laird in room 408.
SPRING SPORTS IMPORTANT DATES
February 15, 2010
Boys Gymnastics beginsMarch 1, 2010
Badminton, Baseball, Boys Tennis, Girls Soccer and Softball beginMarch 8, 2010
Boys Volleyball BeginsMarch 9, 2010
Winter Sports Awards Night, 7:00 p.m.March 23 & 24, 2010
Spring Sports Picture DayMay 26, 2010
Spring Sports Awards Night