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Fall Staff Spotlight
This fall, the Board of Education celebrated the hard work and dedication of several staff members who continually support our students, families, and district.
Westwood: Kristin Thurow and Lily Swanson
Mary Endres: Andrea Garcia Adams and Holly Roth
Clay Academy: April Diamond and Michelle Wirth
Prairiewood: Sonia Arnold and Nadia Budoff
We are grateful for all of our wonderful staff.
A Night of Jazz!
Middle and High School Jazz Bands from Creekside and Northwood Middle Schools and Woodstock and Woodstock North High Schools present D200 Jazz Fest.
Monday, November 17 at 7:00 pm
Woodstock High School Auditorium
No School - November 11
In honor of Veterans Day there will be no school on Tuesday, November 11.
Welcome to District 200
Take a short video tour of D200; then learn where to find all the information you need in our website.
Join us!
The NW Herald’s readers’ poll has repeatedly named D200 as one of the best employers in McHenry County. We have a wide variety of excellent opportunities available.
A history of excellence in the arts
We’re very proud of our district's tradition of excellence in the fine arts. We have choral music, band, jazz, orchestra, theater, and visual arts at all levels, and a history of award-winning programs. Join us for a performance!
Upcoming Events
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Woodstock High School, 501 W South St, Woodstock, IL 60098, USA
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All D200 Schools
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Woodstock Public Library, 414 W Judd St, Woodstock, IL 60098, USA
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Woodstock High School, 501 W South St, Woodstock, IL 60098, USA
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Woodstock Public Library, 414 W Judd St, Woodstock, IL 60098, USA
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Woodstock Public Library, 414 W Judd St, Woodstock, IL 60098, USA
News & Announcements
![D200 Ed Foundation Awards $28K in Impact grants]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760729063/woodstockschoolsorg/w9dw47xciu9xdnnku5dr/RecropImpactgrants.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760729063/woodstockschoolsorg/w9dw47xciu9xdnnku5dr/RecropImpactgrants.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760729063/woodstockschoolsorg/w9dw47xciu9xdnnku5dr/RecropImpactgrants.png","width":800}])
The Woodstock D200 Education Foundation awarded $28,232 on Thursday to fund unique learning opportunities for D200 students. Cultural enrichment for kindergarten, museum trips, sensory panels for preK students, and theater costumes are just a few of the things the Foundation will fund thanks to its generous donors.
![Paul Rausch wins 2025 Sue Palmore Award of Excellence]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760709439/woodstockschoolsorg/yp7e8mdocsk0wma7t3h2/RauschAward2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760709439/woodstockschoolsorg/yp7e8mdocsk0wma7t3h2/RauschAward2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1760709439/woodstockschoolsorg/yp7e8mdocsk0wma7t3h2/RauschAward2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1760709439/woodstockschoolsorg/yp7e8mdocsk0wma7t3h2/RauschAward2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1760709439/woodstockschoolsorg/yp7e8mdocsk0wma7t3h2/RauschAward2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1760709439/woodstockschoolsorg/yp7e8mdocsk0wma7t3h2/RauschAward2.jpg","width":2200}])
Legendary former WHS choir director Paul Rausch was named the recipient of the 2025 Susan Palmore Award of Excellence, presented by the Woodstock D200 Education Foundation on Thursday, Oct. 16.
![64 high school students earn College Board Recognition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758741154/woodstockschoolsorg/fgokrx8eaftuxmjfjpzf/Custom.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1758741154/woodstockschoolsorg/fgokrx8eaftuxmjfjpzf/Custom.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1758741154/woodstockschoolsorg/fgokrx8eaftuxmjfjpzf/Custom.png","width":800}])
Sixty-four high school students have earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These programs grant underrepresented students academic honors that can be included on college and scholarship applications and connect students with colleges and universities across the country, helping them stand out during the admission process.
![WHS, WNHS graphics arts students design new school logos]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1757513484/woodstockschoolsorg/ffoqql5tilphk2khmegu/NewLogoCollage1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1757513484/woodstockschoolsorg/ffoqql5tilphk2khmegu/NewLogoCollage1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1757513484/woodstockschoolsorg/ffoqql5tilphk2khmegu/NewLogoCollage1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1757513484/woodstockschoolsorg/ffoqql5tilphk2khmegu/NewLogoCollage1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1757513484/woodstockschoolsorg/ffoqql5tilphk2khmegu/NewLogoCollage1.png","width":1224}])
High school graphics arts students put their skills to use last spring, designing updated logos for all of Woodstock Community Unit School District 200’s elementary and middle schools.
![2025 Spring Art Show Award Winners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756916018/woodstockschoolsorg/nz6zt3t5dm9kqqudsxo2/25ArtShowThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756916018/woodstockschoolsorg/nz6zt3t5dm9kqqudsxo2/25ArtShowThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1756916018/woodstockschoolsorg/nz6zt3t5dm9kqqudsxo2/25ArtShowThumbnail.png","width":800}])
At the September 2 Board of Education meeting twelve students were recognized for winning the District 200 Art Show this past spring.
![Strengthening School Athletics]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728061538/woodstockschoolsorg/cteixziyh2yrmapcg2an/Woodstock_D200logo.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728061538/woodstockschoolsorg/cteixziyh2yrmapcg2an/Woodstock_D200logo.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728061538/woodstockschoolsorg/cteixziyh2yrmapcg2an/Woodstock_D200logo.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728061538/woodstockschoolsorg/cteixziyh2yrmapcg2an/Woodstock_D200logo.jpg","width":914}])
Two significant athletic facility projects were completed this summer—installation of a new track at Woodstock High School and construction of new tennis courts at Woodstock North High School.
Our mission is to empower and inspire learners to strive for educational and personal excellence
while becoming contributing members of society.
We believe all students can learn and achieve personal success when provided high-quality instruction.
We believe every student and all families benefit from an active partnership with the school community.
We believe partnerships with the community are mutually beneficial.
We believe talented staff and educators are key to a positive and lasting impact on student outcomes.
We believe that developing the social and emotional skills of students and staff promotes a healthy educational environment.
We believe the safety of our students and staff is paramount.
We believe sound fiscal management builds trust, respect and support.