Westlake Christian Academy

Grayslake kindergarten, elementary, junior high and high school academy providing Christian families with private academic education.

(847) 548-6209   275 South Lake Street Grayslake, IL

Operation Christmas Child 2020

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Over the last few weeks, our students have partnered with Operation Christmas Child in various ways. The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to provide God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world, and together with the local church worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. They do this by compiling Christmas gifts in their iconic green and red shoebox and shipping them all over the world.

One group of girls, from our secondary Connect Groups, decided to pack boxes outside of school. Freshman Brittany Funk shared her experience, “Being at Westlake is such a blessing in my life! One thing I have really enjoyed this year is spending time with my Connect Groups on Thursdays. I had lots of fun with some of my Connect Group friends participating in Operation Christmas Child remotely this year, by packing boxes for children in other countries who don’t have very much. I loved picking each individual toy and essential item for the children based off of their age and gender. I loved serving with my friends, knowing it will bring a smile to the children’s faces when they receive a box of God’s love.”

Our Preschool and Pre-K students and their families also participated by donating gifts and filling a total of 36 shoeboxes! Mrs. Lovelace and Mrs. Mensch talked with their students about children around the world who may never receive a gift or hear about Jesus. Students and their families were then invited to send in small toys and toiletries to pack in shoeboxes for other preschool-aged children. On “packing day”, the classes watched a video about the packing process and how shoeboxes are shipped around the world – via trucks, ships, even bikes, donkeys, and elephants! They looked at pictures of children receiving their packages with big smiles and excitement and prayed for the children who would be receiving the boxes. Then each student was able to add a gift to one of the shoeboxes.

A group of our high schoolers then went to a local OCC Drop Off Center to help pack boxes and load trucks for distribution. The Central Drop Off Coordinator for OCC, Michelle Bengini, said, “Thank you so much again for coming … with your crew; it was a real blessing to have you guys there. We packed a total of 815 shippers over 2 days with 12,143 gift-filled, gospel opportunities for the neediest children around the world.”

Our high schoolers took to heart what Paul said in Acts 20, “In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

This Christmas season, we pray that you cherish the times with your family, you reach out and display kindness to your fellow man, and where able, extend a helping hand or a gift, demonstrating God’s love in a tangible way.

If you’d like to learn more about Operation Christmas Child you can do so by visiting their website: https://sampur.se/37BU1dr

High School Preview

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**POSTPONED due to new IL restrictions**

Are you wondering what high school looks like at Westlake? Do you have questions about what courses we offer and what athletic programs are available?  Are you wondering if this would be a good fit for your student?

This event is for you!  On Tuesday, November 17th at 7:00 PM, Westlake will be opening its doors to all current WCA 8th graders and any prospective students looking for a future at Westlake Christian Academy. We’ll tell you a little bit about our school, talk courses and college readiness, share details about the trips and the special activities in which our students participate, and answer any questions you may have.

The program will be held in the gym, with tours available for prospective students. Face coverings and temperature checks are required for everyone who enters the building.

All of the specific details are broken down below. We hope to see you there!

Please take a moment to register below. We’ve included a section in the form for any questions you may have ahead of time.

Who is this for?

  • Current WCA eighth graders and their families AND
  • Anyone interested in attending high school at Westlake (2nd semester of 2020-21 or for 2021-22)

What should I expect?

  • Our Principal, Mrs. DeReus, will share a little bit about Westlake and our radically different definition of the good life,
  • our guidance counselor & teacher, Mr. Flemming, will discuss our high school program and college readiness,
  • then our StuCo leader, Student Activities director, and teacher, Mr. Lovelace, will tell you all about the cool trips and activities our high school students get to enjoy.

What if I have questions?

  • We will have our high school teachers present to talk about
    • what do expect in their class,
    • what courses are available,
    • and options for dual-credit college classes.
  • Our Athletic Director will also be available to discuss varsity sports
    • Cross Country,
    • Soccer,
    • Basketball,
    • and Volleyball.

Want some perks for attending?

  • Free Dress Down Pass for every WCA 8th grader who attends
  • Extra Free Dress Down Pass for each friend (not a current WCA student) you bring
  • Entry to a Drawing for a free spirit wear shirt
  • Free Snacks provided

Summer Scripture Memory Challenge

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We’d love to have the whole student body join in to memorize scripture this summer!  Every year, Mr. Flemming challenges our secondary students to memorize the book of James. This year, we’re opening it up to our whole school!

In this video, Mr. Flemming explains to the secondary students the challenge as well as the rewards for memorizing.

For our elementary students, the challenge and rewards are just a bit different. There are specific verses for our elementary students to memorize.  And if they memorize all of the specific verses they’ll get a pizza party with Mr. Flemming during the school day!

SO, are you going to take the challenge? You may memorize the passages in any version you prefer, but remember that our school uses ESV for all of our study and memorization, so it may be best to memorize in that version.

The Book of James (ESV)

Summer Scripture Memory Challenge – Elementary ESV

Summer Scripture Memory Challenge – James (NIV84)  — This is the entire book of James in the NIV84 version. The highlighted portions and dates are for elementary students and the entire book is the challenge for secondary students.

When we get back to school in the fall, you can recite your verses to Mr. Flemming to receive your reward!

 

Drop Off – Pick Up – End of School

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We want to give our students an opportunity to drop off all their school books, pick up personal items, clean out their lockers, and say goodbye to their teachers.

Each student will have their own scheduled time slot. If you have a student in first grade and find it necessary, one parent may accompany their child. Teachers will be in their classrooms to help students pack up all their personal belongings.  **Sign Up for a Time via the Button Below**

Scheduled Dates & Times:

  • Elementary students are welcome to come on Tuesday, May 26th between 9:00 – 3:40.
  • Secondary students (grades 7-11)  are invited to come on Friday, May 29th between 11:00 – 3:00.  
  • Preschool & PreK families may come on either day (no need to sign up for a time slot).  Our PreS & PreK teachers will have already collected all student items for you.  Your child’s personal items will be  in the main hallway on the benches.
  • Our Senior class will get their own day and time on Friday, May 22nd from 4:00 – 5:30 pm and do not need to use the attached sign up form.

Specific Details for All Students:

  • Please have your child enter through the front door and exit through the gymnasium. Faculty & Staff will direct students through the building.
  • Please ensure your child is wearing a mask.
  • We will supply a white garbage bag for your child to carry all their personal belongings home.
  • We will have hand sanitizer throughout the building.
  • As students are exiting the building, they will be encouraged to look through Lost and Found in the gymnasium.
  • Please make sure your child understands this is not a time to move slowly or talk with everyone they see.

Specific Details for Elementary Students:

  • Go straight upstairs to your classroom via the front stairwell.
  • Drop off all textbooks and school materials to your classroom.
  • Empty your desk and then locker as quickly as possible.
  • Go down the back stairs (by 5th grade) and go to the gym.
  • Stop by Lost & Found before exiting the building through the gym doors.

Specific Details for Parents:

  • We ask that you drop off your student at the front door using our normal drop off route.
  • Please then pull out of the parking lot and head around the block to line up along Slusser to pick up your child (following normal elementary pick up protocol).
  • When you pull into the back lot of the school, please follow the rainy-day protocol where cars make a “U” shape along the left side of the lot.
  • *****First grade students may have one parent accompany them into the building, if needed. ***** In that case, park in the main parking lot, walk your child in, and when you are done, walk around the building after exiting through the gym door.

Specific Details for Secondary Students:

  • Enter through the front door and go directly to the gym to drop off all textbooks and materials.
  • Next go to your locker to retrieve belongings. We will provide bags for you. If you have items in other places around the building, please collect them as quickly as possible.
  • Exit through the gym door and check out Lost & Found on your way out.
  • Parents who are driving:  after dropping off your child, drive around the block and enter the playground from Slusser Street. Park and wait for your child there. Exit through the main parking lot (as usual).
  • Students who are driving themselves:  Park in the front lot, enter through the front door. Once you’ve gathered all your personal belongings, exit through the gym door and walk around the back of the building to your car.

ALL STUDENTS MUST SIGN UP BELOW TO OBTAIN A TIME SLOT TO ENTER THE BUILDING.

Sign Up for a Time-Slot Here

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

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Our PA Leadership Team has put together a fun week of events to honor our teachers and staff!  Check out the details for each day below.

We’d also like to be able to purchase lunch for each staff member on Wednesday, May 6th by sending them a gift card via email.  You can help us gather those funds via CheddarUp here:  https://my.cheddarup.com/c/lunch-for-wca-staff

https://my.cheddarup.com/c/lunch-for-wca-staff
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/westlake-spirit-signs-40554

Remote Learning Resources

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Hey Westlake family!

We’re all adjusting to being stuck at home and figuring out this Remote Learning thing. I’m so grateful for technology these days and how we’re able to adapt and figure out school from home.  I’m also incredibly grateful for our greater community. So many different companies have stepped up to offer FREE resources for families who are stuck at home.  We wanted to make a (non-exhaustive) list of resources we’ve seen online. As a school, Westlake does not endorse any of these sites – we haven’t vetted them all, so please use wisdom and caution before you just let your child freely roam these sites.

If you encounter a site that you love that you’d like for us to share here as well, please email me (Erica Adkins) and I’ll consider adding your recommendation to this list.

Educational Resources

Resources Already Used in the Classroom

  • GoNoodle – Little Videoes to keep your student active for “brain breaks”
  • IXL – Timed quizzes for both math, science, and language arts – each WCA student should already have a login to access.
  • DuoLingo – Learn a language for free!
  • Google Classroom – each parent and student should have access through their school email.

Additional Supplemental Resources

Internet Access Resources

If you’re struggling to get access to internet (as many coffee shops and libraries will be closed through the social-distancing) Comcast has offered free internet for low-income families (normally $9.95/mo). They’ve also increased the access speeds to make it easier for families to do what they need from home.

COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)

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Summer Guidelines
Updated: 6/11/20 8:30 pm

If you develop COVID-19 and have been in the school building in the last 14 days, please contact Pat Pickerall in the main office to report your diagnosis. 

Anyone with COVID-like symptoms should not enter the school building until they have been fever-free (unmedicated) for 72 hours and 10 days have passed since their symptoms first appeared.  

Thank you for helping us keep our entire staff and school healthy!

Applause Updates & Reminders
Updated: 3/18/20 2:00 PM

I pray that this email finds you well. We are doing our best to continue to offer school, as we also follow the guidelines set by the CDC and the governor of Illinois.  I am so impressed with the way we have made the switch to remote learning.  I want to applaud our teachers for all their extra effort over the weekend and throughout this week.  I also want to applaud our parents for embracing the situation and helping your children stay engaged in their education.  

I want to clarify that, at this point, we are closed through March 30. Before the governor mandated closing, we had said we would reopen on March 30. Please note that has been pushed back to March 31 at this point.  I hope that we will be able to re-open on March 31.  However, please understand that this is a very fluid situation, and we may have to extend the closure beyond March 30.  We will do our very best to keep you informed. 

Based on the CDC guidelines, I would like to address some questions we have been receiving about upcoming events.  

  1. The senior mission trip is postponed.  We are investigating options for later in May, but will not be able to make plans until we know more.
  2. Celebrate Westlake will not happen as planned on April 24.  We are looking into other options for ways to celebrate all that God is doing at our school and thank our donors.  We will let you know as soon as we develop a plan. 

Finally, I would like to encourage all of you to be very intentional about social distancing.  It’s not really about keeping yourself healthy, but about slowing the virus so that our healthcare system can meet the needs of the sick.  More importantly, please pray that God would be at work and use for good what the enemy intended for evil.  Pray for wisdom for our government leaders and healthcare professionals. 

Family Friendly Reminders

  • Attendance is taken daily between 9-9:30 for Elementary and at each class for Secondary students.
  • Teachers are available by email between 9:00 – 3:20 every day – please reach out to them with questions, they’re ready and willing to help!
  • There is flexibility in the day for our elementary students. Receive grace, as parents you’re not “expertly equipped” to teach at home. We’ll definitely be grading this week’s homework, but understand that many parents are still working their full-time jobs from home AND trying to teach one or multiple kids at home.
  • We’ll be returning to school on Tuesday, March 31st (as far as we know now).
  • If you find yourself needing access to technology, please email Laura DeReus. We will do our best to connect with the necessary resources, especially if this continues beyond March 30.

Remote Learning Details
Updated: 3/13/20 6:30 PM

We have made the decision to close our school doors through March 27th and move to a Remote Learning model. Students will be expected to complete course work for the week of March 16 – 20. The following week, March 23 – 27, is Spring Break and no course work will be required.

Are you looking for additional resources to aid you in your remote learning? We’ve compiled a list of FREE resources to help you and your student thrive during this time away from school.
Remote Learning Resources

Below are the specifics regarding our remote learning plan:

Elementary Students

For elementary students, teachers will send an email each morning to give the assignments for the day.  Students should respond to that email by 9:00 a.m. to let teachers know that they are in attendance.  Elementary students should also notify their teacher when they have completed their work for the day.  Teachers will be available via email from 9:00 am – 3:20 pm. Your child’s teacher will communicate with you directly regarding what to expect each day.

Secondary Students

Google Classroom will be the primary medium for communication and the exchange of information between students and teachers. Additional internet resources may be used as well, such as IXL, Renweb/FACTS, Photopea (an online app for graphics), Vista Higher Learning (a Spanish app) and others as the teacher directs. 

  • Some teachers will choose to have a live classroom experience that would include audio and video. This would be done through the Google Hangouts Meet. Students would get an invitation via their Google email that would provide a button to join the class. 
  • Teachers will be monitoring Google Classroom and available for communication via email or Classroom during normal school hours (9:00 am – 3:20 pm). Students should email teachers from their school Google accounts.
  • Assignments will be posted with a due date and time. They should be submitted through Classroom, unless otherwise indicated by the teacher, by the due date and time. There will be no penalty for late work but it is important to note that all work will have to be completed to meet the requirements of a course. Upon the return to the campus classroom, NEW material will be covered which will put a double burden on a student who returns without having completed Remote Learning assignments.
  • Although grades may be attached to returned assignments, Renweb/FACTS should be considered the final source for all grades.
  • Daily student attendance will be taken by each student logging in and contributing to the stream for the day. 

Although this is a different format for learning, we expect that students and courses will continue to see good progress through the curriculum.

Other Circumstances

Everyone:

  • If your child was absent on Friday, you may stop by the office on Monday to pick up their books and materials. The school office will be open from 8am – 4pm. 
  • If you, your child or someone your child comes into contact with tests positive for COVID-19, please email Chelsea Schopper. Be sure to include a call back number.

Before/After Care:
If you have paid for before or after care for next week, your account will be credited in April.

Thank you for your flexibility as we move forward. I will be praying that the God of peace keeps each one of you in his care as we all do our best to continue to serve God and love others.

In His Service, 

Laura DeReus
Principal

To see all updates regarding Westlake’s response to COVID-19, please visit westlakechristian.org/COVID-19.

Please follow this webpage for the most updated information from our administrative team.

School Closing Through March 27th
Updated: 3/13/20 3:00 PM

We have made the decision to close our school doors through March 27th and move to a Remote Learning model. 

Our teachers have already been communicating with their students on how to proceed with school at home. As we stated in the email this morning, all textbooks and Chromebooks (for secondary students) will be sent home so our students are able to complete their coursework remotely. 

Please watch for an email later today with specific details on how to engage with Remote Learning.  Our Faculty and Staff are meeting immediately after the school day to work out all of the specifics. 

Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we navigate the constant changes due to COVID-19.

In His Service, 

Laura DeReus
Principal

Need Community Help?

We are so grateful for our school community.  If the school cancellation presents any problems for your family, consider reaching out to other parents via our Parents’ Association Community Page.

Perhaps there is another family out there who may be willing to help your family over this next week. Let’s support each other in this season.

All Extracurricular School Events Postponed until March 30th at the earliest
Updated: 3/13/20 — 12:55 PM

As our Administrative Team continues to closely monitor the COVID-19 situation, we are choosing to protect our own families and the surrounding communities by postponing all extracurricular school events until March 30th at the earliest. 

We will continue to educate our students through the traditional classroom model inside our building at this time, however, we are watching what the surrounding school districts and IDPH recommend. Please be sure to closely follow all communications from our school as this situation continues to change day-by-day.

Postponed School Events

  • All athletic games and practices will be postponed until after spring break. May other schools in our conference are making this same decision, so it will not solely affect our team.

  • The Daddy Daughter Dinner will be postponed until May. We know our dad’s and their girls were very excited to gather tomorrow, but we believe it’s best to keep them all healthy and postpone until May.  Watch the PA page for updates and an official rescheduled date.

  • All Open Houses & Parent University Events will be canceled until further notice. While we would love to open our school to potential families and those looking to grow in their parenting, we can’t in good conscience continue these events at the risk of spreading anything. If you had invited friends or family to either of these events, please be sure to let them know they can watch our Discover Westlake page and ParentU page –updates will be posted there.

  • The Sophomore/Junior trip to Washington DC & NYC are rescheduled until the fall. As that region seems to be a hotspot for COVID-19, we don’t see it as wise to take our students to that area. Parents of students in that grade will receive communications in the future outlining our plans for the fall.

  • The Senior Mission Trip — We are currently investigating other options for this trip. We haven’t made any official decisions to postpone the trip or cancel it altogether. Please keep an eye out for updates regarding this trip.

What You Can Do

  • Continue to pray with us for the health and safety of our school. 

  • Walk in faith and confidence that this virus is not a surprise to God and he ultimately holds us all. 

  • Look for ways that you can serve those in your community:  drop off a fresh roll of toilet paper, check on those in the 60+ community, gather for prayer in your homes if your church’s services are canceled. Let’s be a light in the community amid such tension and fear. 

  • Finally, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9)  Don’t allow fear to sweep in and take you off mission. Put on the armor of God and walk as the wise.

Potential for Remote Learning
Updated: 3/12/20 — 9:05 AM

Dear Westlake Parents,

As the COVID-19 Virus continues to be an issue, we want you to be aware that we may be required to close school for a time.  Our desire is to continue with regular class next week.  However, given what we are hearing from area public schools and from surrounding states, we feel it is wise to prepare for plan B.  With that in mind, we will be sending all textbooks and Chromebooks home with students today.  Our teachers will discuss remote learning with their classes, so that all students are prepared to do school from home if needed.  We will make every effort to continue the academic program that is in place.  We want our students to be able to finish the school year at the regular time, and we want all of our seniors to be able to graduate. Further information about remote learning procedures will be sent out in the event that we actually need to close the school. 

If your family does not have wi-fi at home, you can pick up a hot-spot at your local library or at one of the local township offices that have them available for educational purposes.  Please let the office know if you have difficulty in this regard. 

If we are required to cancel school, we will communicate this to you by email, on our website, and through emergencyclosingcenter.com.  Please pay close attention to these resources over the next few weeks.  

Thank you for being flexible with us as we navigate uncharted territory. We are trusting God to lead and guide us.  We will continue to communicate with you carefully as the situation develops.  Please contact the office if you have further questions.

In His Service,

Laura DeReus

Coronavirus Communications: 
Updated:  3/12/20 — 10:00 AM

At Westlake, we take the responsibility of caring for your child very seriously.  This includes addressing the growing national concern over the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19).  Let me be clear that we are not responding to the situation in fear.  Instead, we are making an effort to be proactive and prepared in the event that someone in our community may develop the coronavirus.

Please read through the following information completely so you’re aware of how we’re responding, how you can partner with us in this, and what the CDC is recommending.

What We’re Doing

  • We have put additional cleaning procedures in place.  Teachers will be spraying down their classrooms with disinfectant after each school day.  Students are being instructed in proper handwashing and encouraged to wash their hands often. We already have hand sanitizer stations outside every classroom and in the lunchroom; we will remind students often to utilize these stations.
  • We have made arrangements to provide an isolated space at school for anyone who develops respiratory virus symptoms consistent with COVID-19.
  • We will be collecting visitors’ contact information from anyone who signs in at the school office so that we can communicate with them should it become necessary.
  • We are assessing the travel plans for upcoming student trips: both the Senior Mission Trip and the Washington DC trip.  We are monitoring recommendations from the CDC regarding both international and domestic travel.
  • We have appointed a point person, Mrs. Chelsea Schopper, to coordinate with the health department and other government agencies.  Mrs. Schopper is a trained public health educator and is passionate about promoting a healthy environment at our school.  In fact, her junior high health students are presenting handwashing lessons to our elementary students this week.
  • We are developing a plan for e-learning.  In the event that the Lake County Health Department recommends that we close for 14 days or more, we will have a plan in place to continue your child’s educational program with minimal interruption.

What You Can Do

  • Please encourage your student to wash their hands often.  We will reinforce this in school, but teaching your child proper handwashing procedures at home will help us in this effort.
  • Please wash all school-related supplies: coats, hats, snow gear, backpacks, lunch boxes, and Chromebooks. Please make sure that your child brings home their water bottle daily so that it can be washed before it is returned to school.
  • Please keep your child home if they are sick.  As a parent myself, I am often tempted to push my child to go to school when she feels slightly under the weather.  However, this spring we are encouraging parents to be extra cautious in this regard.  Please review our sick policy and make every effort to err on the side of caution.
  • Please contact us immediately if your child or someone your child has come into contact with is diagnosed with coronavirus.  During the hours of 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, please call the school office directly at 847-548-6209.  Before or after regular office hours, please contact Mrs. Schopper.  Be sure to include a call back number in any communication you provide the school. 
  • We are requesting all students, faculty members, and staff who will be traveling over spring break complete a brief, voluntary survey indicating the destination of your flights, including layovers.  The data collected will be kept confidential in accordance with HIPAA privacy laws but will prove helpful as we give due diligence to preparedness efforts.
  • At the same time, in accordance with the latest CDC guidelines, all students, faculty members, and staff that travel to countries under a CDC Level 3 travel advisory will be required to observe a 14-day self-quarantine at their own home before being allowed to return to school or school activities.  Please check the CDC website for the most up-to-date travel advisories.
  • Please read all school communications thoroughly. If we need to close school for any reason, an email will be sent out and our Emergency Closing page on our website will be updated.

What the CDC Recommends

Please educate yourself on the recommendations published by the CDC.  This information is updated regularly and is the best source of accurate information about the virus.

  • Wash hands often
  • Avoid close contact
  • Stay home if you’re sick
  • Cover coughs and sneezes
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily

Our administrative team will continue to review the most up-to-date guidelines provided by the World Health Organization (WHO), U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), U.S. National Institute of Health and Illinois Department of Public Health.  We encourage all of our families to do the same.

Parent University

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Have you ever felt ill-equipped as a parent to shepherd your child in this new age of ever-present technology and all its challenges?

If so, we’ve created these free events just for you! Join us as we hear from different experts in their field who are all passionate about equipping you to parent your child and discovering their potential, value, and gifts.

These events are FREE and open to the public, no tickets or registration necessary (though registering is helpful). We are sure these events will inform you and resource you to grow as a parent. Each event is on a Tuesday night from 6:30 – 8:30 in our Westlake Gymnasium.  Westlake is located at 275 S. Lake Street, Grayslake, IL 60030.

Do you have questions about these events?  Please contact our Special Services Coordinator, Mrs. Chelsea Schopper.

**Due to COVID-19 All School Events (Including Athletic Practices & Games) are POSTPONED until April 7th at the earliest. Please visit our COVID-19 Updates page for more details.**

Please join us at one of the following evenings:

February 25:  “How to Support Your Child Through Anxiety”
Speaker: Mrs. Carla Reyes-Laury, MA, LPC, White Stone Counseling Resources

 

March 17:  “Planning for College”
Speaker: Luke Franklin, Director of New Student Financial Aid & Strategic Partnerships at Olivet Nazarene University (Date Subject to Change)

**Due to COVID-19 All School Events (Including Athletic Practices & Games) are POSTPONED until April 7th at the earliest. Please visit our COVID-19 Updates page for more details.**

 

March 31:  “Parenting with Purpose”
Speaker: Mr. & Mrs. Bruce & Mia Yamamoto, Certified “Smart Discipline” Presenter (This event’s focus is more for parent with elementary aged children)
April 28:  “Navigating Sexuality & Dating” 
Speaker: Mr. Tony West and Mrs. Cory Huff, Healthy Choices

Register for Parent University

Writing Across Curriculum

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Writing Across Curriculum PLC

In a continued effort to challenge our students and help them grow academically, several of our elementary and secondary teachers have been working collaboratively to improve our writing curriculum on a school-wide scale. The goal is to create a set of standards that are designed to establish a cohesive, unified, and consistent approach to research and writing that can be implemented in all subject areas, across all grade levels. 

To this end, the teachers have been working to:

  • Identify grade-specific writing skills currently being taught.
  • Establish a list of research and writing skills each student should have mastered by the time they graduate.
  • Create a dynamic and useful tool that can be utilized from 1st – 12th grade.
  • Develop a writing workshop that will be part of our February faculty in-service day.

 

WUWD2020

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You made it! You watched through the entire What’s Up @ Westlake Digital 2020 edition!

By filling out this form, you’re confirming that you watched the entirety of the video. You will also be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a set of Apple AirPods! If you would like for your student(s) to receive a free Dress Down Pass, please be sure to provide their name and grade below. (Dress Down Passes are only available for students in K – 12th grade.)

Thank you for taking the time to stay informed with everything happening at Westlake!

WU@W Digital 2020

275 South Lake Street
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 548-6209