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In Wauconda D118, our curriculum is more than just a set of books; it is the blueprint for Building Partnerships for Success. We believe that by providing students with rigorous, inquiry-based programs, we are preparing them for the challenges of tomorrow. Our core instruction is designed to move students from passive listeners to active investigators, ensuring that every child develops the critical thinking skills necessary for Learning for Life.
Using i-Ready Classroom Mathematics, students build a deep conceptual understanding through the Try-Discuss-Connect routine, which transforms math from memorizing facts into a collaborative "talk-rich" experience.
The McGraw Hill Wonders program provides a comprehensive literacy framework that integrates the multisensory Orton-Gillingham methodology to ensure students master foundational decoding while exploring complex "anchor texts."
Guided by Elevate Science, students engage in Phenomena-Based Learning by following the 5E Instructional Model (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate) to solve real-world "Quest" challenges.
Through myWorld Interactive, students follow the Inquiry Arc to analyze primary sources and develop historical thinking skills, ultimately applying their knowledge to "Take Informed Action" within their communities.
Through Second Step and the RULER approach, students develop emotional intelligence and problem-solving skills. This includes a specialized Bullying Prevention Unit designed to help students foster a safe, respectful, and supportive school community.
We believe education is a collaborative journey. Our curriculum provides clear data and interactive tools—such as the i-Ready Diagnostic and Interactive Worktexts—that allow teachers and families to work together to support each student’s unique path toward growth and achievement.
PARTNERSHIPS FOR SUCCESS: HOME CONNECTIONS
PARTNERSHIPS FOR SUCCESS: HOME CONNECTIONS
In Wauconda D118, we believe that Learning for Life happens both inside and outside the classroom. To support this partnership, we provide digital access to our core programs so families can stay engaged with their child's progress and learning goals.
Accessing digital tools
Accessing digital tools
Most of our K-5 digital resources—including i-Ready, Wonders, and Elevate Science—are housed in a single, secure location.
The Clever Portal: Students can log in to Clever using their district-provided credentials. This "one-stop shop" gives students instant access to their personalized i-Ready "My Path" lessons and digital textbooks without needing multiple passwords.
how can you help
how can you help
Encourage the "Why": When helping with math, ask your child to explain their thinking. Our i-Ready curriculum prizes the strategy just as much as the correct answer.
Ask About the "Quest" or "Inquiry": Instead of asking "What did you do today?", try asking "What problem did you try to solve in Science?" or "What big question are you investigating in Social Studies?"
frequently asked questions
frequently asked questions
How does the district measure student growth? We use the NWEA MAP test three times a year (Fall, Winter, and Spring). Unlike a traditional "pass/fail" test, this diagnostic acts as a compass, helping teachers and parents see exactly which skills a child has mastered and where they need more support. We also utilize the iReady Diagnostic. This data feeds directly into the "My Path" personalized learning lessons.
How does the district measure student growth? We use the NWEA MAP test three times a year (Fall, Winter, and Spring). Unlike a traditional "pass/fail" test, this diagnostic acts as a compass, helping teachers and parents see exactly which skills a child has mastered and where they need more support. We also utilize the iReady Diagnostic. This data feeds directly into the "My Path" personalized learning lessons.
What is the "Illinois Inquiry Mandate"? Illinois state standards require that Social Studies move away from rote memorization and toward the Inquiry Arc. This means our myWorld Interactive curriculum focuses on four steps: developing questions, applying disciplinary tools (like history and economics), evaluating sources, and taking informed action.
What is the "Illinois Inquiry Mandate"? Illinois state standards require that Social Studies move away from rote memorization and toward the Inquiry Arc. This means our myWorld Interactive curriculum focuses on four steps: developing questions, applying disciplinary tools (like history and economics), evaluating sources, and taking informed action.
Why is there so much "talking" in math and science? Research shows that students understand concepts more deeply when they have to explain their "why." Whether it is the Try-Discuss-Connect routine in Math or the 5E Model in Science, we prioritize "talk-rich" classrooms where students justify their thinking and learn from their peers’ strategies.
Why is there so much "talking" in math and science? Research shows that students understand concepts more deeply when they have to explain their "why." Whether it is the Try-Discuss-Connect routine in Math or the 5E Model in Science, we prioritize "talk-rich" classrooms where students justify their thinking and learn from their peers’ strategies.
How does the district support students who are still learning to read? Our McGraw Hill Wonders ELA program is paired with the Orton-Gillingham approach. This provides a multisensory, highly structured way to teach the relationship between letters and sounds, ensuring every student has the foundational decoding skills needed to access complex science and social studies texts.
How does the district support students who are still learning to read? Our McGraw Hill Wonders ELA program is paired with the Orton-Gillingham approach. This provides a multisensory, highly structured way to teach the relationship between letters and sounds, ensuring every student has the foundational decoding skills needed to access complex science and social studies texts.
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