Waltham Families,
As we prepare for the launch of the YMCA After School Program at Waltham School this August, the YMCA will be hosting a live Zoom information session tomorrow evening at 7 p.m. for any families who have questions about the program, registration process, daily schedule, pricing, or other details. (Zoom meeting details will be provided in the Teacherease message to families.)
This is a great opportunity to hear directly from YMCA staff and get answers to any specific questions you may have. We encourage interested families to attend.
We look forward to sharing this new opportunity with our students and families!
As we prepare for the launch of the YMCA After School Program at Waltham School this August, the YMCA will be hosting a live Zoom information session tomorrow evening at 7 p.m. for any families who have questions about the program, registration process, daily schedule, pricing, or other details. (Zoom meeting details will be provided in the Teacherease message to families.)
This is a great opportunity to hear directly from YMCA staff and get answers to any specific questions you may have. We encourage interested families to attend.
We look forward to sharing this new opportunity with our students and families!
We know summer is just beginning.... but August will be here before you know it! Attached are the supply lists.
Enjoy the summer sunshine! ☀️ See you soon!
📣 Exciting Opportunity at Waltham School! 📚🍎 We are seeking a long-term substitute teacher for a Fourth Grade self-contained classroom from approximately September 2026 through March 2027 during an extended maternity leave. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and want to be part of a positive & supportive school community, we encourage you to apply!
Please see the full job posting for additional details and application information:
https://illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/266390/LongTerm-Maternity-Leave-4th-Grade/job-details
Please see the full job posting for additional details and application information:
https://illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/266390/LongTerm-Maternity-Leave-4th-Grade/job-details
Celebrating loud and proud—perfect attendance for students AND staff today! 🎉👏
A full building, full energy, and everyone showing up ready to learn and lead. That’s how you set the tone for a great day! 💪
And today, 20 lucky students got to pick a prize for being part of our perfect attendance celebration! 🎁 A little extra excitement for showing up and showing consistency—because being here matters.
A very special thank you to all of our 2025–26 attendance sponsors for helping motivate and encourage students to be here each day—you are making a real difference in building strong habits and a strong school community. 🙌
Mrs. Lukacsy had the pleasure of spending Saturday evening at the Illinois Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra concert supporting students Millicent S. and Alba C. as they showcased their incredible violin talents. Both girls performed beautifully and demonstrated the dedication, skill, and passion they bring to their music. Alba also shares her musical talents as an accomplished flutist in our school band!
We are so proud of these talented young musicians and the hard work they put into their craft. 🎻✨
We are so proud of these talented young musicians and the hard work they put into their craft. 🎻✨
K–4 Resource Special Education Teacher
https://illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/225204/Special-Education-Teacher-K4-Resource-Classroom/job-details
Bus 4 is running 10 minutes late.
Tonight - 6 p.m.!
There will be no PTCC meeting tonight at 6 p.m.
We are proud to recognize and thank the Village of North Utica for serving as our April Attendance Sponsor! 👏
This partnership reflects a shared commitment to investing in the success of our students and the future of our school community. By supporting attendance initiatives, the Village of North Utica is helping reinforce the importance of showing up, staying engaged, and reaching personal and academic goals.
Together, we are building strong habits, strong learners, and a strong community.
Thank you, Village of North Utica, for your support!
This partnership reflects a shared commitment to investing in the success of our students and the future of our school community. By supporting attendance initiatives, the Village of North Utica is helping reinforce the importance of showing up, staying engaged, and reaching personal and academic goals.
Together, we are building strong habits, strong learners, and a strong community.
Thank you, Village of North Utica, for your support!
At the most recent Board of Education meeting, the date for the Class of 2026 8th-grade graduation was officially set for Wednesday, May 20th, at 7:00 p.m. in the school gymnasium.
While it’s hard to believe we’re already nearing the end of the school year, we know our students are excited as they look ahead to this important milestone!
While it’s hard to believe we’re already nearing the end of the school year, we know our students are excited as they look ahead to this important milestone!
Good morning,
Waltham School will be running a 2-hour delay start for school today, Tuesday, March 17th. School will be starting at 10:05am. This is due to poor road conditions especially in the country.
I appreciate your understanding with this delay.
Mrs. Eager
REMINDER: 3-8th graders: IAR testing this week. Please have working headphones (no cordless).
Tuesday: 9am-10:35am & 1-2:15
Wednesday: 9am-10:35am
Thursday: 9am-10:15am
Friday: 9am-10:15am
Get to bed early, eat breakfast, pack a snack, see everyone tomorrow!
Good morning, Waltham School will be closed today due to this March winter storm. All afterschool activities will also be cancelled. Stay safe! Mrs. Eager
Waltham School Families,
Waltham School will have a 1:35 PM dismissal today, Tuesday, March 10th, due to the anticipated severe storms and potential tornado activity expected in our area.
The projected timing of these storms is concerning, and we want to ensure that all students and staff are able to arrive home safely before the weather worsens. Our goal is to have everyone home by approximately 3:00 PM.
Afternoon preschool will be cancelled today.
All after-school practices and activities are also cancelled.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority.
Stay safe,
Mrs. Eager
Preschool Registration Information
Preschool Registration for NEW students will take place on Wednesday, March 18th from 1:00–3:30 PM.
Please bring the following documents with you:
Your child’s birth certificate
Proof of residency (see attached residency information)
A preschool placement is secured once the completed registration packet is returned and we have received your child’s birth certificate and proof of residency.
If you have a scheduled preschool screening on March 18th, you will register your child at that time so please bring all the requirements with you.
Returning Waltham Preschool Students: Students will complete an online registration once registration opens for the 2026-2027 school year.
Important Program Updates for Next Year
Please review the information below carefully, as there are several important changes:
Preschool is a tuition-based program for all students unless the child has an IEP (see attached tuition information).
There will be no midday bus route next school year.
AM preschool students may ride the K–8 morning bus to school.
PM preschool students may ride the K–8 afternoon bus home.
Preschool will offer:
Two AM sessions: 8:05–10:35 AM
Two PM sessions: 12:40–3:10 PM
On Wednesdays, the PM preschool class will meet from 11:40 AM–2:10 PM so students can ride the K–8 afternoon bus home.
Please contact the school office if you have any questions.
Preschool Registration for NEW students will take place on Wednesday, March 18th from 1:00–3:30 PM.
Please bring the following documents with you:
Your child’s birth certificate
Proof of residency (see attached residency information)
A preschool placement is secured once the completed registration packet is returned and we have received your child’s birth certificate and proof of residency.
If you have a scheduled preschool screening on March 18th, you will register your child at that time so please bring all the requirements with you.
Returning Waltham Preschool Students: Students will complete an online registration once registration opens for the 2026-2027 school year.
Important Program Updates for Next Year
Please review the information below carefully, as there are several important changes:
Preschool is a tuition-based program for all students unless the child has an IEP (see attached tuition information).
There will be no midday bus route next school year.
AM preschool students may ride the K–8 morning bus to school.
PM preschool students may ride the K–8 afternoon bus home.
Preschool will offer:
Two AM sessions: 8:05–10:35 AM
Two PM sessions: 12:40–3:10 PM
On Wednesdays, the PM preschool class will meet from 11:40 AM–2:10 PM so students can ride the K–8 afternoon bus home.
Please contact the school office if you have any questions.
We extend our sincere thanks to Clarks Run Antiques in downtown Utica for serving as our March Attendance Sponsor. We are grateful for their continued support of our attendance initiative as we recognize dedicated students and work together to build positive attendance habits.
Thanks to the generosity of our monthly attendance partners, we have seen meaningful growth in attendance at Waltham. This community support truly makes a difference for our students and helps reinforce the importance of showing up each day ready to learn.
Thanks to the generosity of our monthly attendance partners, we have seen meaningful growth in attendance at Waltham. This community support truly makes a difference for our students and helps reinforce the importance of showing up each day ready to learn.
We extend our sincere thanks to Clarks Run Antiques in downtown Utica for serving as our March Attendance Sponsor. We are grateful for their continued support of our attendance initiative as we recognize dedicated students and work together to build positive attendance habits.
Read Across America Spirit Week: Feb 23rd- Feb 27th
