Walker Wolverines PTA

By July, District 65 will have reduced nearly $20 million from the annual budget in two years, but more work remains. For several years, district leaders and board members have discussed in public meetings the potential need for school closures or consolidations. This is in response to an aging population within our community, declining student enrollment, underutilized buildings, and dated facilities. 

While this process will surely be difficult, it represents an opportunity to reimagine and reinvest for the future of public education in Evanston/Skokie. No decisions have been made regarding additional school closure/consolidations. The District is in the early stages of planning, including developing potential criteria. See more information

The goal is to engage parents, caregivers, staff, students, and community members in a transparent process with clear criteria. Decisions must be made with integrity and rooted in data and community voice.

As such, District 65 invites you to attend an upcoming community conversation:

• April 10, 6:30-8 p.m. at Chute Middle School (1400 Oakton St.)
• April 11, 9:30-11 a.m. at Fleetwood Jourdain Community Center (1655 Foster St.)
• April 15, 6:30-8 p.m. at Nichols Middle School (800 Greenleaf St.)

Spanish interpretation will be provided. Can’t attend in person? Share your thoughts virtually by 11:59 p.m. April 15, 2025.

We’re excited to kick off our spring fundraiser with an ambitious goal of raising $10,000 to support events, projects, and activities that make our school such a vibrant place to learn and grow. As we hit different fundraising milestones, all of our students will unlock fun prizes—so every dollar gets us closer to something great for everyone!

Over the next few weeks we’re going to share information about PTA fundraising, projects, and how your donations benefit Walker students AND the broader District 65 community.How can you contribute? https://walker.givebacks.com/store/items/1148104

Information on how to donate food coming soon!

Consider volunteering for a D65 Structural Deficit Reduction Program (SDRP) Phase III Committee.

Application Period: March 10-24, 2025

Click here for more info.

The work on the Structural Deficit Reduction Plan (SDRP) continues! When July rolls around, the district will have taken decisive action to reduce its operating budget by $20 million over the past two years alone, putting D65 on a path towards much needed financial and organizational stability.

Despite the significant reductions already made, it will not be enough to put the district on solid financial footing in the long term. As we embark on the next phase of this journey, we invite you to be an integral part of the planning process by applying to serve on one of our three administrative committees. 

While difficult decisions lie ahead, they present an opportunity to reimagine a more sustainable, equitable, and thriving District 65 for current and future generations of learners. Your voice, experience, and engagement are essential as we navigate this next phase.

Applications are open now through 11:59 p.m. on March 24, 2025. To learn more about the purpose and structure of these committees, visit the SDRP page of our District 65 website (accessible right from the homepage).

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