School Newsletters

Wood Oaks Office Summer Availability

The Wood Oaks Office will have limited hours starting tomorrow, June 5, due to construction. Normal summer office hours are 8 AM - 3:30 PM. If you need assistance when office staff is not available, please reach out to our District Office. The Wood Oaks Office will be closed June 19 - August 6, 2026.

School Supply Lists

School supply lists are posted on the Wood Oaks website by grade level. Students do not need to have every item on the first day of school, but should have the items for school ready during the first week. First-period homeroom teachers will provide more guidance on the first day of school regarding organizing lockers and materials. 

Final Report Cards

All parents will receive an email today, June 4th, at 4 pm with a link to your child’s final report card. Please download the document for your records. 

Celebrating the Retirement of Beloved Staff Members

This year, we are bidding a fond farewell to two essential members of our community: an educator whose passion and dedication have inspired both colleagues and generations of students, and a staff member whose vital work has kept our school building running.

Mrs. Annette Cereghino is retiring after decades of dedicated service. She leaves behind a lasting legacy of lifelong learning and compassion. Her ability to inspire students through her love of the Spanish Language has had a significant impact on them. 

Also retiring is our building chief, Mr. Tim Schachte, who has served District 27 for nearly twenty years. While we will certainly miss his expertise in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work that kept Wood Oaks in top condition, we will also miss his great love for music.

We celebrate the significant impact these two individuals have had on our school and thank them for their many years of commitment. Their presence will be missed by everyone in the Wood Oaks community. 

We wish Mr. Schachte and Mrs. Cereghino the very best as they begin this exciting new chapter!

A Final Farewell from Mrs. Beake

As I prepare for retirement, I want to express my gratitude for the many well-wishes I have received from parents and students recently. My thirty-year career in District 27 has been truly incredible, and I feel honored to have served this wonderful community. The support from parents, staff, and the greater Northbrook community has truly been amazing. I will deeply miss the students, staff, and families who have enriched my life in countless ways. I know that Mr. Sumiski, Mrs. Kinney, and our dedicated Wood Oaks staff will carry on the mission of keeping Wood Oaks Junior High among the top junior highs in Illinois. Thank you, and I wish you all a wonderful summer.

Warmly,

Mrs. Beake