Wheaton R-III School District

Wheaton Elementary has decided to hold a Read-A-Thon this year!
Read-A-Thons actually get your reader excited about reading and it gives friends and family the opportunity to encourage your child to read even more.

Our Read-A-Thon starts Monday April 13, 2026.

About one week before our Read-A-Thon starts we will send home instructions on how to activate your reader's personal page. This is where you will be able to view and record their progress.

We encourage you to activate your reader’s account today by clicking on https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/cvNXVG/1?utm=email and following the simple instructions.

We've chosen Read-A-Thon because it will not take much of your time, gives your child a reason to read and helps in the development of stronger reading skills. All money earned will go towards the purchase of a BOOK VENDING MACHINE for our building!

We hope EVERYONE participates.

Thanks so much,
Wheaton Elementary

PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) is a schoolwide approach we use to teach and encourage positive behavior, just like we teach academic skills. At school, students learn clear expectations for how to be respectful, responsible, and safe, and they are recognized for making positive choices. PBIS helps create a supportive environment where students know what is expected and can be successful. Each year, we ask families to complete a short PBIS survey so we can hear your thoughts and continue improving our school climate. Your feedback is very important to us, and we encourage you to share your input through the link below.

https://assessment.pbisapps.org/Anon/yQ4107nynC00

We are excited to welcome Kacy Whitley to Wheaton High School!

Kacy will be joining us as our new Head Girls Basketball Coach and Head Volleyball Coach.

As a Wheaton alum, it’s always special to have someone return home to give back to our school and community. We’re excited about the energy, leadership, and passion she will bring to our programs and to our students.

Please join us in welcoming Kacy back home to the Bulldog family!

The Wheaton R-III School District is running a bond issue on the April ballot! Please see the attached infographic for more information.

Contact Mr. Chris Paullus (cpaullus@wheatonschools.org) with any questions about the upcoming ballot measure.

🎉🌟 Congratulations to Our 3rd Quarter A/B Honor Roll Students! 🌟🎉
We are so proud of our elementary students who have worked hard, stayed focused, and demonstrated dedication to their learning. Your effort and commitment truly shine! Keep up the amazing work—we are proud of you! 👏📚

☀️📚 Summer School Enrollment is Open! 📚☀️

We’re excited to offer another great summer of learning and fun for our students! 🎉

Families can enroll in one of two easy ways:
✅ Fill out the online form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN6TC-KBIlqggk12xOfidpCR9T1TI1-Y0ScJaB8jkpkZTDCQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor

📄 OR return the paper copy to your child’s teacher

🚌 Important: Please submit your form by April 17th to ensure bus transportation is available.

We can’t wait to see our students continue learning, growing, and having fun this summer! 🌟

Today is the day! Stop by and help save some lives. Donate today at Wheaton High School!

Life Skills Day was a great experience for our students. Our teachers and staff members did an excellent job sharing their knowledge, leading conversations, and helping students think through situations they may face in everyday life. It was truly a team effort and a great example of how much our staff cares about preparing students not only for success in school, but for life beyond the classroom.

Join us in celebrating School Board Appreciation month!!!

SCHEDULE UPDATE:
Baseball Jamboree has been moved to Friday 3/13 @ Verona
Softball Jamboree has been moved to Tuesday 3/17 @ Southwest

Go Bulldogs!!!

Parents, your input is valued at Wheaton Elementary. Please take a couple of minutes to let us know your opinion about the current school year. This information will help us to improve the relationship between school and home. Please have your survey submitted by Friday, March 27th, 2026 at the latest.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNghHSJxaHThYX4r-bOaSRUDNQ7epuA8YT7UwqgJjEZYv_UA/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Reminder: The NHS spring blood drive will be happening on March 18.  Make plans to donate!

Join us for our Title Math Night- Monday March 16th!

‼️REMINDER - if you’d like to buy a 🪀 Yoyo, 🪀 the last day to make a purchase is tomorrow, March 11th.
#NED #Nevergiveup #Encourageothers #Doyourbest

Congratulations to Harmony, Perla, Meyah , Brody and Amos on being selected as All Conference Basketball Players!

OZARK 7 ALL-CONFERENCE GIRLS BASKETBALL
Player of the Year: Shea Hilburn Senior Exeter

Coach of the Year: John Blankenship New Heights Christian


First Team

Jaicee Carrasquillo Senior Verona
Karly Dorris Senior New Heights Christian
Harmony Loftis Junior Wheaton
Anna Hiebert Sophomore Thomas Jefferson
Samantha Conrad Junior McAuley Catholic

Second Team

Jesalin Bever Senior New Heights Christian
Isabella Gilligan Junior McAuley Catholic
Cae Wood Freshman Thomas Jefferson
Whitlee Cornilison Senior Verona
Perla Hinajosa Junior Wheaton

Honorable Mention

Allie Stout Senior New Heights Christian
Ella Nelson Senior New Heights Christian
Vanessa Diaz Senior McAuley Catholic
Beatriz Alcaraz Junior Exeter
Meyah Peckham Junior Wheaton





OZARK 7 BOYS BASKETBALL ALL- CONFERENCE

Player of the Year: Jamison Menadue Senior Golden City

Coach of the Year: Sean Crane Wheaton


First Team

*Spencer Parrill Senior Golden City
*Will Twiss Sophomore Thomas Jefferson
*Brody Bateman Junior Wheaton
*Adam Stanton Senior New Heights Christian
Thomas Perrin Sophomore McAuley Catholic

*Unanimous Selections

Second Team

Brodrick Burns Junior New Heights Christian
Caleb Hughes Junior Golden City
Kohl Thurman Senior Thomas Jefferson
Sean Lechner Senior Verona
Jack Twiss Junior Thomas Jefferson


Honorable Mention


Max Anreder Senior McAuley Catholic
Amos Thawnzathang Sophomore Wheaton
Ben Schumacher Senior New Heights Christian
Jadon Smith Senior New Heights Christian
Connor Taffner Senior McAuley Catholic

Special Mention

Alex Bohachick Senior McAuley Catholic

Community March Newsletter for Wheaton Elementary!

WHS Student Council Food Drive

The Junior High Formal Dance has been moved to Thursday, March 12, from 6 - 8 PM.

March JH/HS Newsletter