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Ballet Folklorico at Westview!
We're very excited for our Ballet Folklorico students to perform at several upcoming events this spring including the Multicultural Festival 3/27 at Westview and the Westview Open House on 4/24. This new afterschool club celebrates traditional Mexican dances, costumes, music and traditions!
5 Essentials Parent Survey Now Open! Available in English & Spanish
Provides important feedback to our school. Just 5-10 minutes to complete. We want to improve every day and The 5 Essentials System is a research-based school improvement system that gives our school data and insights into schools' organizational strengths in five areas: Effective Leaders, Collaborative Teachers, Involved Families, Supportive Environment and Ambitious Instruction. Please click HERE to participate today!
A Lot to Juggle!
Westview students recently enjoyed learning about hand/eye coordination and timing during a juggling unit taught by P.E. Teacher Dave Bidlingmeyer. Students made significant progress with their skills using scarves, bean bags and for some advanced learners--bowling pins!
4th Grade Infographics
Students from our 4th grade Dual Language classes recently completed research of animals and insects. Rather than writing a traditional report, they used an online resource called Canva to create visual displays to convey important facts and concepts learned while reading informational text.
Westview Yearbook Now On Sale!
Yearbooks are now available for purchase.
$14.00 each
Online sales only. Click HERE to purchase directly from Jostens.
Yearbooks ordered in advance will be distributed in early June, near the end of the school year.
Order now--sale ends April 11th.
You're the Teacher!
Fifth grade students recently examined sample projects as well as a rubric that emphasizes the concept of craftsmanship to assign a grade, based on the performance descriptions in each category. The Oakbrook & Westview Art Teacher Julie Wagner aims to have this experience translate to careful craftsmanship in an upcoming symbolic Illuminated Letter project.
Westview Gazette
Did you know that we had a school newspaper? We have a school club in which 5th graders learn about journalism skills such as developing story ideas, conducting interviews, writing, editing, and taking photos. Check out the latest issue of the Westview Gazette HERE!
Solving Problems Together
Our students know that by talking through problems and discussing potential solutions, they better understand what the problem is asking, and try out strategies in math class, and beyond!
Teamwork Makes the Dreamwork
4th Graders recently worked together as a class to pass a ball along while maintaining position on the climbing wall in P.E. class. Students practice collaboration and communication while striving for a common goal in the activity!
Equivalent Fractions
Just about everywhere you look at Westview these days, students are exploring fractions! Here, two fourth graders discover the many equivalent fractions while working with manipulatives!
Westview Shows Tremendous Growth
We are extremely proud of the growth shown by Westview Students through the Illinois State Board of Education's Interactive School Report Card. Based on several factors, Westview grew from a score of 56 points in 2023 to 77 points in 2024. We are hoping to perform in the Exemplary range in the spring of 2025 between 3/17-3/28!
To dive deeper, click HERE.
"Go out and play!"--Westview Playground is Open!
Did you know that the Westview Playground is open for members of the community to enjoy outside of school hours? Our expectation is that students go home after dismissal to check in with parents. But once they have permission from parents, they are welcome to use the Westview playground, basketball hoops, and field after school hours and on weekends. We encourage students to put down devices and meet some friends at Westview to… “Go out and PLAY!
Mission Statement
The Mission of Westview Elementary School is to provide learning experiences for children that will enable them to learn how to solve problems, gather and communicate information, and develop strong character within a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to be an exemplary elementary school. Our students will be lifelong learners with an appreciation for the rewards of education.
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The *AMENDED* 2024/25 calendar is available on the WD7 website for your convenience. Please note: the official last day of school has changed to Thursday, June 5, 2025. CLICK HERE TO VIEW - El calendario *ENMENDADO* de 2024/25 está disponible en la pagina web de WD7. Por favor tenga en cuenta: el último día oficial de clases ha cambiado al jueves 5 de junio de 2025. HAGA CLIC AQUI PARA VER
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The 5ESSENTIALS Parent Survey is open February 18th through March 28th. Please take five minutes to provide us with your impressions of our performance in the areas of leadership, collaboration, environment, and instruction. CLICK BELOW to begin the survey. -- La encuesta 5ESSENTIALS para padres está abierta desde el 18 de febrero hasta el 28 de marzo. Por favor tómese 5 minutos para brindarnos sus impresiones sobre nuestro desempeño en las áreas de liderazgo, colaboración, medio ambiente e instrucción. HAGA CLIC ABAJO para comenzar la encuesta. CLICK HERE TO BEGIN SURVEY - HAGA CLIC AQUI PARA COMENZAR LA ENCUESTA
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