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12 | June 13, 2019 | The Northbrook tower School northbrooktower.com Wood Oaks graduates 138 students Submitted by Northbrook School District 27 One hundred and thirty-eight Wood Oaks students are now on their way to Glenbrook North and beyond after graduation ceremonies on May 30. The ceremony at Glenbrook North included a welcome by Principal Rob McElligott and speeches by David J. Kroeze, superintendent of Northbrook District 27, and Helen Melnick, president of the Board of Education. Students Lindsey Hochberg and Ari Meyers led the audience and graduates in the Pledge of Allegiance. Klara Walny and Eunchae Lee shared their reflections on the past eight years of school and their future at GBN. Earlier in the day, McElligott also announced the recipients of eighth-grade awards, which were presented to the students at school. Clara Seo shakes Principal Rob McElligott’s hand after receiving her diploma, while Alex Belsky walks by. 2019 Wood Oaks award-winners • Principal’s Exemplary Student Award - Tyler Kang, Ashley Lebovitz, Landon Minkow, and Gianna Stathopoulos • Rotary Service Award - Mia Greenberg • Daughters of the American Revolution Award - Elyse Malamud • American Legion Award - Hannah Dalinka, Nathan Gott, Molli Hertzberg (honorable mention) and Joshua Pick (honorable mention) • Wood Oaks PTA Wildcat Award - Matthew Luerssen and Kristin Yun Wood Oaks teacher Lindsay Kennedy pins a ribbon to the gown of Alex Smith on May 30 prior to start of eighth-grade graduation. Photos Courtesy of District 27 ARE YOU ENGAGING YOUR CUSTOMERS WITH VIDEO? IT’S 60,000 TIMES FASTER THAN TEXT Video is a more passive experience than reading text—it’s much easier for audiences to become immersed in your message. Not only is more information conveyed, but there is an emotional quality practically unmatched in print. If your company hasn’t been developing video marketing strategies, then it’s crucial to start now. Let Street Level Studio help you leverage this powerful tool with the right mix of motion graphics, visuals, and messaging. Contact us today. DESIGN • BRANDING • MARKETING • WEB • DIGITAL • VIDEO • ANALYTICS streetlevelstudio.com Let’s talk. 847.432.5150 250 Waukegan Ave., Highwood ABOVE: The graduating class of Wood Oaks Junior High School. LEFT: Smiling for the camera is Jacob Weissman and Principal Rob McElligott.
northbrooktower.com school the northbrook tower | June 13, 2019 | 13 NBJH Class of 2019 ready for high school 207 students graduate Submitted by Northbrook School District 28 David Gichner receives the Northbrook Rotary Club Service Award from Superintendent Dr. Larry Hewitt on June 4 at the school’s graduation ceremony. Photos Courtesy of District 28 NBJH graduate Ryan Kreiter address his classmates at graduation. On June 4, 207 eighthgrade students of Northbrook Junior High walked across the stage at Glenbrook North High School, received their diplomas and began the next phase in their life as high school students. Perhaps the most momentous walk across the stage was for Emily Duff, who has Cerebral Palsy and spends most of her time in a wheelchair. She works with a physical therapist, an adaptive P.E. teacher and private therapist, walking with a walker or with crutches three days a week, and with the help of her parents on the weekends. “In sixth grade we started planning,” Emily said. And walk she did, to an auditorium filled with applause and encouragement. “Emily walking across the stage was the culmination of hard work, goalsetting and perseverance over the last three years,” said Dr. Heather Schultz, assistant director of student services for grades 6-8. Before diplomas were handed out, four students were recognized for their leadership when the Rotary Volunteer Service Award and American Legion Awards were presented. David Gichner received the Northbrook Rotary Volunteer Service Award, presented by Superintendent Dr. Larry Hewitt for extraordinary work in the spirit of volunteerism and the Rotary motto, “Service Above Self.” Each year, teachers nominate students for the American Legion Citizenship Award for best representing the character qualities of courage, honor, leadership, patriotism, scholarship and service. Sixteen students were nominated, and four students were presented with awards: Zoey Kenny and David Gichner received Distinguished Achievement awards, and Carly Fernitz and Jack Gaffney received Honorable Mention awards. Student speakers are also selected by teachers based on essays they submit. Felicia Pace reflected on the class’s experience over the last three years and making lifelong memories from day one. “On August 23, 2016, you walked in and today you walk out, having grown, having developed, and having made memories that will last you for a lifetime. And those eighthgraders who once seemed so tall? We don’t seem so tall anymore.” Ryan Kreiter asked his classmates to draw on the strength and courage that transformed them from anxious, excited and terrified sixth-graders to confident eighth-graders. “When going into high school, we all need to embrace our differences and make them the first thing that steps into those big doors before we do,” he said. “It’s going to be our individuality that will be our key to success.” In addressing the graduates Hewitt said, ”You will have all kinds of wonderful clouds in your life and when the occasional storm cloud comes, remember – look for the silver lining and you’ll be better because of it.” NBJH Principal Dr. Scott Meek said in presenting the class of 2019, “The challenge I pose to you is this: Don’t settle for anything less than your best effort. Surround yourself with people who believe in you ... and believe in yourself ... Just remember that the small sacrifices you make along your journey lead to much larger rewards in the end.” 2 .50% APY* 18 Month CD 2 .45% APY* 11 Month CD FDIC Insured Up To $250,000 Call or visit us to open your account today. *The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of 6/12/2019 and is subject to change at any time. Interest compounds annually. New money required to open and earn the stated APY. IRA eligible. Substantial penalty for early withdrawal which will reduce earnings. Offer may be cancelled at any time without notice. For additional terms and conditions. 847-267-1331 Emily Duff leaves her wheelchair in the wings as she prepares to walk across the stage to receive her Northbrook Junior High diploma. American Legion Citizenship Awards are presented to the students who are voted for by teachers for best representing the character qualities of courage, honor, leadership, patriotism, scholarship and service. From left, Carly Fernitz and Jack Gaffney received Honorable Mention, and Zoey Kenny and David earned Gichner Distinguished Achievement awards. Start Saving Today! www.centrustbank.com 385 Waukegan Road, Northbrook, IL 60062 847-267-1331
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