Our first Student Lighthouse meeting of the year is in the books—and great things are already happening! 🏫✨
Our students are stepping up, sharing ideas, taking on leadership roles, and working together to make our school an even better place. We’re so excited to see where their ideas and leadership take us this year! #Mustangsmakeithappen! #Leaderinme
2 days ago, Scott Klene
Hooper Heroes are working hard and playing hard! 🌟 From morning circles and small-group math to all the fun of dress-up week, our students are kicking off the year strong. Way to go, Hooper Heroes! 🎉 Heroic Effort!
5 days ago, Patricia Nikson
OCM News is officially live! Designed to keep our student leaders connected, informed, and empowered, this platform brings the latest campus announcements, leadership opportunities, and student-led coverage to classrooms all around the building!
5 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
Learning isn't just for kids! 💡 At Martin School, adult education is opening new pathways for skill-building, growth, and student achievement. Together, we're building a culture of success! 🎓💙 #GrowthMindset #MartinSchool #CommunityFirst #AdultEducation
5 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
Our fourth graders had a special surprise today—a Mystery Reader! 🎉 They were so excited to guess who would walk through the door and share a story with them.
There were smiles, lots of guesses, and plenty of reading fun! ❤️📖 Thank you to our Mystery Reader for helping make reading extra special for our students!
6 days ago, Scott Klene
Our first LEAD day means new friends! #tigerstransformtomorrow
6 days ago, Erinn Vincent
Future leaders at work! 📄✨
Our 1st graders officially submitted their classroom job applications! Practicing real-world skills like choosing a preferred role, writing down their strengths, and committing to helping their peers builds confidence right from day one.
6 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
Daily morning circle gatherings where students check in, practice active listening, and build empathy to start the school day with a safe, supportive classroom culture. #Mustangsmakeithappen
6 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
Bright colors and big smiles! The Thompson staff is loving Kindergarten Color Week just as much as our little learners! #tigerstransformtomorrow
7 days ago, Melissa Rhodes
Today, our Thompson and Palombi teams came together for an impactful professional learning session focused on creating a welcoming, supportive school culture. Our team invested time in practical ways to intentionally nurture trust, deepen connection, and build meaningful relationships across our learning spaces. When students feel safe and supported, real learning happens! #TigersTransformTomorrow
12 days ago, Melissa Rhodes
With unique talking pieces, Thompson classes start each day with Morning Meeting to build trust and community. #tigerstransformtomorrow
20 days ago, Erinn Vincent
Thank you to our Early Learning through Grade 2 community of teachers and parents for a great Curriculum Night! Grades 3-5, we will see you Thursday night! #itsathompsontigerthing
22 days ago, Erinn Vincent
From welcoming our bright students to diving into professional learning and staff meetings, our team is energized and fully prepared for the official first day tomorrow!
See you all soon! 🎒
29 days ago, Sandra Keim-Bounds
🎉 Get ready, Hooper Heroes! An awesome school year starts TOMORROW, August 19th! Please remember: Tomorrow is a noon dismissal. We can’t wait to see all our Heroes back in the building! Let’s make this year amazing!
29 days ago, Patricia Nikson
Welcome back, Lake Villa District 41! 🍎
As we prepare for another incredible school year, our educators are already hard at work attending professional learning sessions to bring fresh ideas, tools, and inspiration into the classroom!
29 days ago, Sandra Keim-Bounds
Congratulations, 2027 retirees, on your last first day of school!
29 days ago, Sandra Keim-Bounds
Mark your calendars, Hooper is almost back in session!
about 1 month ago, Patricia Nikson
Congratulations to our 5th Grade Hooper Heroes! 🎓🌟
What an incredible year it has been. We wrapped up our elementary journey in the best way possible with a fun class picnic, our annual awards ceremony, and a celebratory parade! 🏆🎈
To our amazing Hooper Heroes: we are so incredibly proud of the leaders, thinkers, and friends you have become. As you officially move on to 6th grade at Palombi School, always remember to carry your Hooper pride with you. You are going to do amazing things! 💙🏫
Have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer! ☀️🕶️
4 months ago, Patricia Nikson
Thompson’s Student Lighthouse Team would like to thank all Tiger families for helping us collect over 140 pounds of pop tabs for the Ronald McDonald House! #SERVE #itsathompsontigerthing
4 months ago, Traci Strieter
Our early childhood students having fun during their field day! #itsathompsontigerthing
