Low interest rates in the fall of 2018 led the Board of Education to authorize the sale of bonds of up to $16 million to re-fund two 2010 construction bonds, […]
Staff Reportnew@thewoodstockindependent.comThrough an internship and college coursework, a unique Woodstock program allows individuals with bachelor’s degrees in other fields to obtain an Illinois Professional Educator License within 12 months.Woodstock School […]
Again this year, no one showed up for a public hearing on the largest local government budget in Woodstock and the biggest spender of property tax revenue.The 2022-23 budget of […]
Woodstock schools’ Kindness Closets will be more full thanks to full hearts at Woodstock Area Community Ministries.WACM hosted a series of children’s magic shows and Broadway presentations last winter and […]
Parent-teacher conferences next month will be divided between in-person and virtual visits in Woodstock School District 200.Superintendent Mike Moan told the Board of Education that nearly 2,000 parents – many […]
Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Woodstock High School this weekend will involve a lot of looking back and a little looking forward.The Woodstock High School Centennial Celebration – “Celebrating a […]
Despite a common misperception that high schools push all students to aspire to a four-year college degree, training for technical and manufacturing careers is a big part of the curriculum. A […]
At the end of this school year, Woodstock School District 200’s bond debt will be reduced to $128.05 million as district officials continue a long-range plan to address a debt […]
Staff Reportnews@thewoodstockindependent.comA student at Olson Elementary School was the winner of the Superintendent’s Award in the Spring 2022 Art Show in Woodstock School District 200.Riley Cross’ multimedia giraffe will be displayed […]
Current and former Blue Streaks as well as the general public are invited to help Woodstock High School celebrate its 100th anniversary of the South Street building next month.The building […]
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