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Field Day!!
This event is for students only. You may join us if you signed up to volunteer for an event.
Today is our last All School Popcorn and Wolf Den Store
Thank you to all of our volunteers that have helped make these day =s happen throughout the year!!
Come and join us today for our St Jude Walk for Cancer. Our students and staff will be walking throughout the day to show our support for the children that are currently battling cancer and cannot get outside to walk.
Parents and families can join us at 2:30 on the playground to walk with our entire school to show support. If you would like to bring a donation we will be collecting donations during the walk.
This week is Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5-9)!! Please show your appreciation to our teachers. You don't have to purchase anything. Sometimes those little notes, emails, cards, and pictures mean more than the store bought gifts. Take some time and send a little message to brighten their week!
PTO meeting tonight at 6:30. All are welcome! Please come and join us to learn more ways to volunteer, help our staff or just be involved with all things Washington. If you have any questions about our PTO please feel free to reach out to our PTO officers listed on the PTO page under the "For Parents" menu.
We hope to see you there!!
Mommy Makeovers for our Kindergarten mom and/or grandma for Mother's Day. They start at 2:00 pm.
Happy Mother's Day to all of our Washington moms!!
Today is our All School Popcorn and Wolf Den Store!!
No School Today for Easter Monday
Attention all Washington Families!! Tonight is our Washington Carnival for current students and their family. If you pre-ordered a meal the cafeteria door will open at 5:30. If you are not eating at the school the carnival doors will be opened at 6:00.
PTO meeting tonight at 6:30. All are welcome! Please come and join us to learn more ways to volunteer, help our staff or just be involved with all things Washington. If you have any questions about our PTO please feel free to reach out to our PTO officers listed on the PTO page under the "For Parents" menu.
We hope to see you there!!
District 87 elementary schools will be hosting a Kindergarten Information Night for all incoming kindergartners for the 2025-26 school year on April 15th from 4 pm to 6 pm.
Kindergarten Information Night allows incoming students and their families to visit their future school, meet teachers, gather information about kindergarten, and ask questions!
If you have an incoming Washington Wolf give us a call today.
If you are not sure what D87 school your future kindergartner will be attending, check here.
Today is our April Dine to Donate is taking place at Panera from 4:00-8:00 pm.
It will be at the Panera on South Veterans Parkway near Double Tree and Morrissey Ave.
Use FUND4U if you are going to order through the app. If you are going to the restaurant the flyer is attached.
Hello D87 Family,
We want to remind you that Election Day is Tuesday, April 1, and as it approaches, District 87 and school districts across McLean County are reminding residents to cast their ballot. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1 and early voting is available leading up to Election Day.
McLean County has two separate election jurisdictions:
The McLean County Clerk’s Office handles elections for all areas except the City of Bloomington.
Early voting available at the McLean County Clerk’s Office on: Saturday, March 29: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday, March 30: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Monday, March 31: 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Tuesday, April 1 - Election Day - Vote 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. at your designated polling location. For more information, including polling place details, visit McLean County Elections or contact them at 309-888-5899 or countyclerk@mcleancountyil.gov.
Voting in the City of Bloomington is managed by the Bloomington Election Commission.
Early voting available at Bloomington Election Commission on: Saturday, March 29: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday, March 30: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Monday, March 31: 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Tuesday, April 1 - Election Day - Vote 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. at your designated polling location. For more information, including polling place details, visit Bloomington Election Commission or contact them at 309-888-5136 or becvote@bloomingtonelectionsil.gov.
On Election Day, voters in McLean County will decide on a proposed County Schools Facility Tax (commonly known as a “one-cent tax” or “1% sales tax”) to fund school safety, student support and facility improvements, while providing property tax relief to homeowners by offering an alternative funding source for our schools and all McLean County public schools.
For detailed information about the one-cent tax referendum and how it will impact our schools, visit www.april1cent.info and vote on or before Tuesday, April 1.
District 87, Bloomington Public Schools, www.district87.org
About School Districts in McLean County
McLean County is home to 12 public school districts that serve over 22,000 students. The proposed one-cent tax would help these districts meet critical needs for safety, facility upgrades, and academic support while providing some property tax relief. School districts in McLean County are committed to providing high-quality education and ensuring a safe, supportive environment for all students.
Early Dismissal
Students will be dismissed today at 12:05 pm for Spring Break
Spring Break March 24-28
NO SCHOOL
Curious about the 1% sales tax on the April ballot? Here's the scoop! 🛒
What IS taxed:
*Retail Purchases (clothing, electronics, tangible items)
*Prepared Food (fast food, restaurants)
*Online Sales (tie back to zip code)
*Gasoline
What is NOT taxed:
*Groceries
*Medicine/Prescription Drugs/Medical Equipment
*Vehicles and Farm Equipment
*Personal/Professional services (including haircuts)
Learn more and see how it benefits McLean County schools at https://april1cent.info/ ! 📚
#april1cent #WeAreD87
Today is All School Popcorn and Wolf Den Store Day
Today is Spring Picture Day!!
ONLY students with pre-orders will be getting their pictures taken today.
What's for lunch? What's for dinner?
Let us help you decide. Stop by Papa Murphy's for our Dine to Donate and pick up a pizza for lunch or dinner.
