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SCHOOL HOURS:  8:40 AM - 3:05 PM
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LUNCH AND RECESS SCHEDULE:
  • K through 5th: 11:25 AM - 12:15 PM

2025-2026 Non-Attendance Days

2025​​
  • - 9/1 Labor Day
  •  -10/13 Columbus & Indigenous Peoples Day
  •  -11/3 Institute Day
  •  -11/24 and 11/25 Parent Teacher Conferences
  •  -11/26-11/28 Thanksgiving Break 
  • - 12/22-1/2 - Winter Break

2026
  •  -1/19 MLK Birthday
  •  -2/16 President's Day
  •  -2/27 Institute Day
  •  -3/30-4/3 Spring Break
  •  -5/25 Memorial Day
  •  -5/29 Last Day of School
 
  • *Please remember to always check the district website for the most recent calendar schedule
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2025-2026 Before/After Care

The Community House is pleased to offer Before and After the Bell childcare options for the 2025-2026 school year! Click here for more details. 

The Community House also offers a kindergarten enrichment program, but parents must provide transportation. Click here to learn more.

Announcements

Click the button below to view this week's Walker Wednesday News, as well as archived newsletters. 
If you have news or announcements to include in the WWN, contact Gerianne Salach no later than Monday at noon to be included in that week's newsletter. To share information on this website, email us at [email protected].​
  • New Social Media Sites​
  • ​​PTO Fees Reminder/Student Directory
  • ​Volunteer Opportunities
  • ​Board of Education Meetings
  • ​Teacher Websites
  • Parent List
  • ​Community Interest
NEW SOCIAL MEDIA SITES
Walker PTO has gone social! Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the most up to date information. 

PTO FEES/STUDENT DIRECTORY
Please remember to visit Membership Toolkit to pay your PTO fees. PTO fees are used to fund a number of initiatives throughout the school year, designed to enhance the learning and community experience for students, teachers and parents.  Once your dues are paid, you'll also be featured in the student directory which can also be found in Membership Toolkit.  Please note that your child's class list can be found in the directory.  

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Getting involved with the PTO is a great way to get to know other parents in the community, as well as the teachers and staff that work with your children every day. Our success as a PTO relies heavily on parent support, and we encourage you to check out to the list of volunteer opportunities here - there's something to fit into every schedule! 

​BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGS
The Board of Education website and meeting schedule can be found for D181 here and for D86 here.  This is one of the best places to learn about critical issues facing our children's educational path is through participation in D181 and D86 Board of Education meetings.  

TEACHER WEBSITES
As a reminder, you can find each teacher's contact information and when available, website on the Walker area of the D181 web page. We would encourage you to review any websites available to learn more about what's happening in your students' classrooms!

PARENT LIST
Does your child need support for a learning, emotional, behavioral or developmental challenge? Check out the Parent List, an anonymous platform containing reviews on health care providers including doctors, therapists, support groups, etc. Note: In no way does Hinsdale Central PTO, Walker School PTO, D86 or D181 and staff endorse or recommend any specific providers reviewed. D86, D181, Hinsdale Central PTO and Walker PTO disclaim all liability for any damages, injuries, losses, expenses or claims of any kind arising out of the provision of services by anyone or any agency appearing on the list.
COMMUNITY INTEREST
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Community Backpack - Additional information on local events can be found on the district's community website. Please click here to access.

​D86 News - Sign up for email alerts and district news here.

​Community Speaker Series - D181 offers many educational events on current parenting topics. Daytime and evening speaker times are scheduled. Please see the Family Education Events page for details. 

Dinner Bell

2025-2026 Walker Wildcat Dinner Bells!

​Jeff's Bagel Run
October 13-19

When you order a dozen bagels, Jeff's Bagel Run will donate 10% of the sale back to the Walker PTO!  Show or mention the flyer below when ordering in-store or through the app. 

​Your participation in Dinner Bells helps us raise funds to support key Walker initiatives, as well as many local small businesses!  We will list the dinner bells we have currently scheduled below, with more details to come!​

2025-2026
​Enrichment Classes

Walker has a long history of partnering with local organizations to provide onsite extracurricular opportunities for students. All programs are for grades K-5. See below for details:
 
Chess Club 
K-5, Mondays 3:05-4:05 9/22-11/17
-The game of Kings and Queens with Illinois Chess Teachers! No experience needed - beginners and new members are welcome! Join to:
  • Play games with other chess club members
  • Learn new winning strategies with interactive lessons in small groups led by chess masters
  • Solve puzzles and chess tactics 
Register online here (use coupon code Walker) or try your first class of the session free.
 
LeeHan Martial Arts
K-5, Mondays 3:05-4:00 9/15-5/18
- In this world class level program, your child will prepare for their first and/or higher degree of TaeKwonDo black belt test and it will provide the Kukkiwon Degree certificate. Some of the key benefits of learning TaeKwonDo include self discipline, respect, self-control, self-defense and leadership among others. For more details and to register, click here.

Spanish Club, hosted by Language Labs
K-5 Thursdays 3:05-4:00 10/2-1/29 (no class 11/29, 12/25, 1/1)
- Boost your student's interest in learning a new language by learning from the Language Lab's energetic, creative, experienced and native team of teachers! Classes will offer students fun and educational lessons with interactive games, music, songs, and engaging activities. You can register online here!

BAMtheatre
K-5 Thursdays, 3:15-4:15 9/18-11/20
- BAMtheatre offers programming for beginners & more experienced actors interested in the performing arts! Students will study the foundations of musical theatre (singing, acting, dancing) with their classmates. Fall programming features songs from Frozen and will have a final showcase for parents and friends on the last day. Click here to register.

Sticky Fingers
K-5 Tuesdays: 3:05-4:15 9/23-11/19
K-5 Wednesdays: 3:05-4:15 9/24-11/19 
- Let your child release their master chef! Your little chef will explore exciting pairings, master culinary skills and nourish their bodies and minds. Classes incorporate S.T.E.A.M., culture, language, geography, history & more. Click here for more info.

Maureen Claffy Art Club (Paint and Draw for Life)
K-5 Wednesdays: 3:05-4:15 9/17-11/19 
- Awaken the joy of art in your child! Every week is a new adventure. Original thought and artistic process is taught by a professional artist. Class includes an art kit to keep, art history weekly, professional quality materials and the confidence from creation. Click here for more details. 

Elementary Golf
K-5 - Fridays: 3:05-4:15pm September 19-December 19 (no golf on 10/31, 11/28)
- This 12-week program, which takes place in the Walker gym, introduces the lifelong sport of golf with a fun and enriching experience that is affordable and convenient. The curriculum was created by PGA professionals and teaching experts to include lesson plans that are fun, safe and educational. All levels welcome! Click here for more info.

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Thanks for all the parent support.
Without a strong parent community, the PTO-funded programs would not be possible.

We welcome your feedback. Please email us with any suggestions or questions about the Walker PTO.