The Nettelhorst School, Cindy Wulbert, Principal

A big thank you goes out to everyone who helped Wednesday evening with the taiko drum concert and associated educational activities. I want to thank all the staff who offered their assistance and especially our Fine Arts staff for creating such a memorable evening. It was truly well done. A special thank you goes to Ms. Martin for creating this event for Nettelhorst. If you were not in attendance, you truly missed a great evening. (more…)

The Nettelhorst School, Cindy Wulbert, Principal

The LMC Explorer’s Club began on Monday, February 4 in the Media Center. Your child may choose to participate one to four days. This program provides assistance with homework, technology, independent research, and literacy enrichment. If you are interested in having your child participate, please call Mrs. Kupec. (more…)

The Nettelhorst School, Cindy Wulbert, Principal

NOTE: There was an incorrect posting for the Friday News from Feb 8. This is the corrected version. Sorry for any inconvenience.

The reading challenge over the winter break was a smashing success! Nettelhorst honors all of the students who participated in the challenge. All who participated received a certificate of participation, bracelet, and pencil. The top students from each class are invited to attend a special lunch with me next Friday at 11:30. Congratulations to the following students who distinguished themselves by spending some of their winter break reading: (more…)

The Nettelhorst School, Cindy Wulbert, Principal

NOTE: There was an incorrect posting for the Friday News from Feb 1. This is the corrected version. Sorry for any inconvenience.

The science initiative for Nettelhorst has been very successful. We’ll have a new program next year that will allow all children to explore scientific concepts using activities and experiments. I want to thank all the parents who have been working on the initiative. Without all of your hard work and dedication this would not be possible. We’re actively looking into other ways to bring in additional resources to make the Nettelhorst science program the best in the city. (more…)

Nettelhorst Elementary School, Cindy Wulbert, Principal

Wednesday was a great day here at Nettelhorst. The Chicago Cubs Caravan came with the message “Reading will enable you to succeed in life.” What a great message to share with our students! Our Alderman, Tom Tunney, who has been so instrumental in helping Nettelhorst, was present to help me accept a $37,500 contribution to Nettelhorst from Chicago Cubs Charities. Nettelhorst would like to thank Chicago Cubs Charities an Alderman Tunney for their generosity and their time.

Our community is full of business owners who are very supportive of our school. Caribou Coffee, LVAC, and Chipotle are just a few. These companies have supported the Nettelhorst community with their generous donations. Please support these companies to help show our appreciation. (more…)

The Nettelhorst School, Cindy Wulbert, Principal

A new year brings new possibilities. This year we have a great deal to celebrate. The fundraising committee is making progress toward the goals we have set as a community. I’m amazed by all the talented and dedicated parents that I’m privileged to work with. Without parents like you, Nettelhorst would not be what it is today. I look forward to working with you in the new year. We’ll think big and achieve amazing results together.

During the month of December we spent many mornings inside. Between the ice, the cold, and the snow, it was not safe to line up or play on the playlot. This week the weather has been better and we have been lining up outside. Some parents have been bringing children to classrooms and dropping them off. It is important that you know teachers have other responsibilities before 8:50 each morning: some are in meetings, and all teachers will continue to pick up students from the playground areas. When the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll place signs on Door 1 and Door 4 indicating where children should line up inside. Please drop your children off at the appropriate place. Parents should drop off Kindergarten students in the cafeteria. All other students should line up in the hallways by the Auditorium and Happy Start. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated and respected. (more…)

The Nettelhorst School, Cindy Wulbert, Principal

I hope everyone had an opportunity to hear all the great music made by our wonderful children on Wednesday. I know that everyone present enjoyed the program. Our children did a fantastic job of using their musical talents, and our audience showed great enthusiasm for their performances. Nettelhorst is a great place to learn and grow.

To see evidence of great learning, be sure not to miss the science fair projects located in the hallway by the library. Please join me in wishing our students well as they continue on to the regional science fair. Representing Nettelhorst in the regional fair at Wilbur Wright Community College in January are Constanza Caal, first place, Emma Seslowsky, second place, and Shaan Iqbal, third place. Congratulations also those these honorable-mention winners: Sophie Skroska, Marie Mungenast, and Leon Mims. (more…)

The Nettelhorst School, Cindy Wulbert, Principal

Yesterday, I had the privilege of getting to know the volunteers that help with our Bank Day program. The volunteers really enjoy helping our students make deposits and hone those important math skills. If you walk by the “bank” table (set up outside the cafeteria every Thursday during the students’ lunch time), please thank these women. They provided such a valuable connection between the math classes we teach and the real-life skills that our young people need to develop. On a business note, please be aware there is no banking next week. Harris Bank uses the final weeks of December to take care of technical issues. Please save your deposit for January.I also want to thank the many parents who assist in classrooms each day. Not only do you enhance the education offered at Nettelhorst, but you model for your children that education is important. For those of you who cannot come in and help during the school day but volunteer in other ways, you also model how important education is. Nettelhorst would not be the place it is without all our parents, grandparents, and community members who are also volunteers. I thank you for the gift of time. (more…)