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EVENT DATE

Senior

Finals

May 15-

17

9-10-11

Finals

May 21-

23

Grad-

uation

May 19

at 7 PM

Athletic

Honors

Banquet

May 7 at

BV Coun-

try Club

at 6 PM

Senior Final Exams & Exemptions 2018 What: Final exam exemptions for seniors. Keep in mind ANY senior may elect to take their exams following the schedule below. When: Last day of full attendance for all seniors - Monday, May 14th - LOCKER clean out end of 3rd period.

Where: Students should be taking their finals with their teacher. No finals will be giv-en in the library. No finals may be taken early without administrative permis-sion. How are seniors exempt? Senior students are exempt from ALL their final exams if they scored the fol-lowing:

1. A composite score of 1010 or higher on the SAT 2. If the student is not exempt from all finals, they will be exempt from their final exam in any class if the following is true: 3. They have an 85% or higher in grade book (IPRs) by Thursday, May 10th. Administration determines they are in good standing re-garding their attendance and behavior. 4. Students in AP classes need to check with their teacher for exam expectations.

Senior Final Exam Schedule:

Tuesday, May 15th

Wednesday, May 16th

Thursday, May 17th

1st hour - World Lang

1st hour - make-ups Make-ups...as ar-ranged

2nd hour - Soc.Studies

3rd hour - Science Non-attendance

4/5th hours - PE 4/5th hours - CTE Non-attendance

7th hour - Math 8th hour - English & Fine Arts

Non-attendance

Date Morning 8 AM Afternoon 12 Noon Monday, May 7 Chemistry and Spanish Literature Psychology

Tuesday, May 8 Seminar and Spanish Language Physics 1

Wednesday, May 9 English Literature

Thursday, May 10 US Govt. and Politics Chinese Language and

Environmental Science

Friday, May 11 German Language, and US History,

and Art Portfolios must be

submitted**(see teacher for details)

Computer Science Principles

Monday, May 14 Biology and Music Theory Physics C

Tuesday, May 15 Calculus AB and BC French Language

Wednesday, May 16 English Language MacroEconomics

Thursday, May 17 World History Statistics

Friday, May 18 Human Geography and

MicroEconomics

European History

AP TESTING SCHEDULE

Senior Soccer Players

Senior Track Athletes

2017-2018 Final Exam Schedule and Procedures (9th-11th grade) Woodstock North High School

Exam Procedures

All study halls will meet during finals except for 9th period on Wednesday. These classes will be held in the Commons and will be silent study halls. During lunch basic food service will be provided as will areas for silent and group study.

Library- Silent Study...no tests will be given in the library. Commons- Lunch/Group Study

All other areas of the building will be closed during lunch.

Buses will depart from WNHS at noon on Wednesday, May 23rd. Students waiting for their bus ride home will have to wait in the cafeteria/commons area. Students tardy to exams will be sent to study hall for the period and must arrange for a make-up exam on

Wednesday.

Students will not be allowed outside of the building during the school day unless they are excused by parent/guardians. This can be done by calling the attendance office or by signing the permission slip that is attached be-low. This slip will be collected on the first day and will be valid for 2 days. When not taking a final exam, stu-dents must either leave the building or remain in the Commons to study. Students leaving the building will not be allowed back inside until the bell for passing period. Students remaining in school will need to report to Com-mons and stay there for the entire testing period. No students will be allowed in the locker rooms or hallways dur-ing testing times.

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I, _____________________________ (parent’s printed name), give my child(ren) listed below permission to leave

campus during their non-testing periods during final exams. I acknowledge that they are responsible for their behav-

ior off-campus and adhering to the attendance policy.

___________________________________________________________

Student name and grade level (please print)

_______________________________________________________________________ __________________

Parent signature Date

Monday, May 21, 2018 Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Period Exam Period Exam Period Exam

Study Hall 8:20 – 9:00 Study Hall 8:20 – 9:00 9 8:20 – 10:00

1 9:10 – 10:50 4-5-6 9:10 – 10:50 Make-up 10:10 – 11:50

Lunch 10:50 – 11:35 Lunch 10:50 – 11:35

2 11:45 – 1:25 7 11:45 – 1:25

3 1:35 – 3:15 8 1:35 – 3:15

Buses Depart at 3:15 Buses Depart at 3:15 Buses Depart at Noon

Class of 2018

Graduation Information for May 19, 2018 at 7:00 PM

Graduation practice will be on Friday, May 18th at 9:00-11:00 AM in the student cafeteria. All students must attend practice in order to participate in graduation on Saturday. Please enter the building through door #1. (auditorium) If you cannot attend practice you must contact Mrs. Livengood immedi-ately.

Each student will receive 4 graduation tickets at practice. If you need more tickets you can pick them up from an administrator as soon as practice has been completed. They are handed out one per student un-til they are gone.

All fees and fines must be cleared by 1:30 PM on the 18th in order to participate in the graduation cere-mony. Please see Ms. Panos in the main office if you have any questions.

Graduates must report to the student cafeteria by 6:00 PM on the 19th. Please use door #1. (auditorium)

Doors will open at 6:30 PM for ticket holders. Priority seating will begin at 6:15 and there will be a sign up sheet at practice so that we can reserve the proper number of seats for those guests needing special assistance/seating. All guests may use entrance #2 or #6 (by pool) to enter the building.

If you must decorate your cap – there should be nothing that is 3D and nothing hanging below the edge. A good choice is representing what your post secondary plans are such as the university you will attend, military assignment, or career choice. All decorations must be appropriate as determined by the admin-istration or you will be asked to wear an undecorated cap.

If you plan on throwing your cap at the end of the ceremony, please put your name on the inside.

Specific behavior expectations, and graduate procedures will be reviewed at practice.

Students will not be able to have anything in their hands during the ceremony. Please make plans for where to store your cell phone and your car keys so that you are not holding them in your hands. Stu-dents will not be allowed to have flowers or leis until after the graduation ceremony.

Large balloon bouquets will not be allowed in the audience as they will block the view for other parents.

Student cell phones must be silent at all times. Problematic cell phone use by students will result in the removal of the cell phone until the end of the ceremony.

Dress code for the graduation ceremony: Students are expected to dress appropriately in nice clothing. A pair of dress slacks and a button down shirt, with or without a tie, or polo shirt are acceptable attire for male graduation guests. Don't wear jeans, T-shirts, shorts or other casual attire and avoid any sort of clothing that would draw undue attention. Shoes should be dress shoes or black tennis shoes. Girls should plan to wear either dress slacks or an appropriate dress, with shoes that will allow you to easily go up and down steps or a ramp.

Each student will have the opportunity to purchase a professional video of the ceremony. Please find the order form on later pages. Parents will not be able to come to the ceremony floor to take individual pic-tures due to obstructing the view for others, and impeding the progress of the graduates. Many photo opportunities will be available after the ceremony.

Graduation is a formal celebration that marks the end of the high school career. This ceremony is an opportunity to celebrate with family and classmates all that has been accomplished. We look forward to sharing this very important event

with all of you.

Some extra recognition and things to

A STUCO shout out to Rachel Packard & Justin Wesolek. The 2018 most

valuable student council members! These two were instrumental in plan-

ning and implementing many of the activities at North during the last 4

years! Form our first ever parade, dress days, dances, assemblies and

more... you guys are amazing & we wish you the best!

Mrs. Rooney, Mr. Weber, & The rest of WNHS Student Council will all

miss you.

WORLD LANGUAGES PROGRAM GOING

STRONG AT NORTH.

Woodstock North shone this year with 25 students graduat-ing with membership in Span-ish National Honor Society, 12 in German National Honor So-ciety, 2 in French National Hon-or Society and 1 in Chinese National Honor Society.

Miriam Figueroa and Citlaly Velasco each won a $500.00 scholarship from the French Honor Society.

30 students are graduating with the Illinois State Seal of Bilitera-cy, 28 in Spanish and English, and two students earning French and English as well.

District 200 has awarded 23 Dual Language medals to seniors gradu-ating with 60 credits in Spanish earned by taking at least 6 Spanish Language, History and Science clas-ses during their 4-year high school career.

Pictured above are our Spanish National Honor Society Graduates: Front Row L to R: Luisa Cervantes, Carmen Galvez, Cora Klopfenstein, Maritza Arroyo, Norma Macedo, Gloria Nolazco Cuin, Irene Bernal, Diana Torres, Faith Vela Middle Row L to R: Rebecca Jagman, Samantha Long, Samantha Nowakowski, Hanna Seils, Emma McElmeel, Karla Mera, Emily Carbajal, Gina Wagner, Hannah Wilson, Sandra Balleno Back Row L to R: Luis Rodriguez, Mitchell Ahrens, Luis Padilla, Joseph

Haynes, Anicca Mackay-Slavin, Daniel Tapia

Shown above are students who completed service projects this year for National Honor Society. The collective group raised money and chose a global, communi-

ty and school project to support. This photo highlights the entire group and all their collective efforts!

WNHS

Congratulations to all our Senior Thespians!

Sandra Balleno, Hailey Boege, Angie Garvey, Madi Gorski, Emma Holtz, Cora Klopfenstein,

Alex Kobler, Danielle Long, Olivia Luschei, Emma McElmeel, Alex Nacague, Luis Padilla,

Hazel Ringpis, Maxwell Robey, Adam Tooke, Amanda Valdes-Garcia, Gina Wagner, Cole Wendt.

WNHS Student Art from the D200

Spring Art Show at the Woodstock

Public Library.

Northern Illinois University's Continuing and Professional Education is excited to highlight some great opportunities for middle and high school students at our 2018 Academic Summer Camps. A full description of each camp and online registration is available at go.niu.edu/clascamps Space is limited and special early-bird pricing is in effect

until May 18 for the camps specifically mentioned below! Camps take place at our DeKalb campus. 2018 Residential Academic Camps for students entering grades 9, 10, 11, or 12: Creative Writing Camp, June 17-22, 2018 Develop skills in poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction. Learn to give and accept constructive criticism. Week in-cludes free-writing, guided writing, and revision strategies. NTC News Broadcast Camp, June 17-22, 2018 Put together a live newscast! Campers will learn news writing, camera operation, control room skills, and get on-camera experience. Camp culminates with campers creating their own live-to-tape 15-minute newscast. Film Camp, June 24-29, 2018 Work with experienced media producers, camera operators, and directors while learning about digital filmmaking from script to screen. *New Spanish Immersion Camp, June 24-29, 2018 Through this 24/7 immersion environment, campers are exposed to the language and culture of the Spanish-speaking world. All levels welcome! *New Screenwriting Camp, June 24-29, 2018 Learn the basics of screenwriting, from plotting a story to formatting the script. Campers will leave with a first draft of their own short film. Speech and Debate Camp, July 8-13, 2018 Develop and enhance knowledge in a specific area of speech by selecting or writing speeches, honing research skills, memorizing pieces and practicing the art of delivery and/or debate. This camp is for students interested in being on a forensics/debate team or are already part of a forensics/debate team. *New College Writing Camp, July 8-13, 2018 Learn effective strategies for navigating academic writing expectations at the collegiate level. Campers will learn to communicate clearly and persuasively and then practice these skills by drafting college admission essays. *New Podcast and Radio Camp, July 15-20, 2018 Explore the history of broadcasting, train in recording and production techniques, and learn how to write for the ear. Camp includes producing a live music show. *New Comedy Writing and Performance Camp, July 15-20, 2018 Explore your creative passions and hone your comedic voice. The camp offers specialized workshops in improv, sketch comedy, stand up, and more! *New Film Appreciation Camp, July 22-27, 2018 This camp fosters a critical, educated approach to enjoying the medium of film. Students will view a variety of films from various genres and time periods and enrich their understanding through discussion. *New Online Journalism Camp, July 22-25, 2018 Learn what it takes to be a working journalist by generating story ideas, assigning stories, reporting, writing, shoot-ing photos, editing, writing headlines and laying out stories for an in-camp news website.

Guidance Department

May 2018

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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SAT @ WNHS

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AP Testing

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AP Testing

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AP Testing

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AP Testing

AP Art

Portfolios Due

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AP Testing

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AP Testing

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AP Testing

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AP Testing

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AP Testing

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AP Testing

Final Exams

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WNHS

Graduation

20 21

Final Exams

22

Final Exams

23

AP Testing

(Make-ups)

LAST DAY OF

SCHOOL!

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AP Testing

(Make-ups)

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AP Testing

(Make-ups)

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MEMORIAL

DAY

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Guidance

Office Open

Summer Day

31

Calendar of Future Events:

Principal: Darlea Livengood, ext. 2114

Assistant Principal: Jenn Spear, ext. 2111

Assistant Principal: Patrick Podgorski, ext. 2103

Athletic Director: Brady Stromquist, ext. 5702

Dean: Jeff Schroeder, ext. 5706

Website: http://wnhs.woodstockschools.org

WNHS Phone: 815-334-2100

WNHS Attendance: 815-334-2400

WNHS Athletic Office: 815-334-5700

WNHS Guidance Office: 815-334-2124

WNHS Nurses Office: 815-334-2122

Mission:

Provide all students with a variety of learning

opportunities necessary to obtain a founda-

tion of knowledge, core skills, and personal

discipline needed to responsibly, successful-

ly, and respectfully interact within a global

society.

Values and Beliefs:

N ever Give Up

O wn Your Choices

R espect Differences

T ake Chances

H ave Pride

WNHS…..where we live the

Thunder Way!

WNHS

3000 Raffel Road

Woodstock, IL 60098

Home of the Thunder

May 2018

2 Seniors Awards Assembly 1 PM

2 Honors Banquet

7-11 Teacher Appreciation Week

7 Senior Athletic Awards Banquet

8 Band Concert

10 Spring Choral Concert

11 4th Quarter Thunder Way celebra-tion

15 Orchestra Concert

18 Senior Breakfast

18 Graduation Rehearsal 9-11 AM

19 GRADUATION! 7-8:30 pm

23 Last Day of School

WNHS SUMMER ATHLETIC CAMP INFORMATION:

REGISTRATION INFORMATION