Walsh Community Newsletter

April 2026

Dear Walsh Families,

Spring has officially arrived! We have an incredible lineup of events planned for our students and families throughout the month of April. As the school year enters its final stretch, we encourage you to read through this entire newsletter so you don’t miss any of the important dates and details ahead.

This month, we have several special opportunities for our students to shine and for families to get involved:

📖 D92 Yearbook Orders – Capture the memories! Don’t miss the deadline to order your 2025-2026 D92 Yearbook. Please check the section below for specific ordering links and deadlines.
🎶 Kindergarten Musical – Our youngest performers have been practicing their hearts out! We can’t wait to see our kindergarteners take the stage. Mark your calendars and look for performance times in this issue.
🌍 Earth Day Contest – To celebrate Earth Day this April, we are hosting a creative contest to promote sustainability. Encourage your child to participate and show off their environmental school spirit!

There is even more packed into this month’s update, from classroom highlights to upcoming volunteer opportunities. Thank you for your continued support—we love seeing our Walsh Bulldogs learning, growing, and thriving together!

#BeABulldog!

Mrs. Megan Urban
Principal, Walsh School

2026-2027 Registration is OPEN

We are excited to announce that registration for the 2026-2027 school year is officially open today Monday, March 2.

To ensure a smooth process for your student, please take note of the following:

Where to Register: Registration can be completed online through your PowerSchool Parent Portal or by visiting our D92 Registration Page.

Support: If you encounter any difficulties or have questions regarding registration requirements, please contact your child’s school office or the district administration. We look forward to welcoming our returning families and meeting our new students for another great year at District 92!

Kindergarten Musical

Poster for the Kindergarten Circus at Walsh Elementary School on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

Earth Day Contest: Get Creative!

It’s time to get crafty for our annual Earth Day Contest! This year, we are challenging our Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st-grade students to take common household recyclables and reinvent them into something new with a Circus Theme.

These amazing "Recycled Acts" will be displayed in the gym during the Kindergarten Musical, which shares the same theme!

🗓️ Important Dates

April 13th: You may begin bringing in completed projects.
April 15th: Deadline to submit projects (end of day) to ensure they are displayed for the musical.
April 20th–24th (Earth Week): School-wide voting takes place and winners will be announced!

🎪 Project Details

The Goal: Use items like milk jugs, egg cartons, or cardboard rolls to create something circus-themed (think animals, clowns, tents, or performers!).

The Entry Form: Please fill out and attach the certificate found on the back of the flyer. We need the student’s name, teacher, and a quick project description.

The Prizes: Every participant receives a circus-themed sticker scene, and contest winners will receive a special prize!

Poster announcing an Earth Day contest for pre-K to 1st graders to create circus-themed projects from recycled materials.

LWSRA Wheelchair Basketball Event

Get ready—one of our very impactful community events is making a return! After three years, we are thrilled to partner once again with the Lincoln Way Special Recreation Association (LWSRA) for an evening of competition, community, and awareness.

The Main Event:
When: April 23rd, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Where: Oak Prairie Gym

Beyond the Game: PE Takeovers will lead up to the big night. D92 students will participate in "PE Takeovers,” led by LWSRA. These sessions give students the chance to experience adaptive sports firsthand, building real-world awareness and empathy for the disability community.

Why It Matters: The game on April 23rd is more than just a matchup—it’s a fundraiser for LWSRA. They provide vital support to students and adults with disabilities across the Chicagoland area.

How to Get Involved: Whether you’re ready to hop in a chair and play or you’d rather cheer from the bleachers, we want you there.

Click here to sign up to play or attend the event

Poster for a Wheelchair Basketball Fundraising Game between LWSRA Hawks and District 92 Staff.

Order Your '25/'26 Yearbook

As we enjoy our spring break, this is a friendly reminder that the deadline to order a 2025-2026 yearbook is Monday, April 6th. This is the final day of spring break, and orders will not be accepted after this date.

How to Order:
Website: ybpay.com
Yearbook ID Code: 12828526

Note: The order form says Will County School District 92, but this book is for ALL students at WALSH, REED, and LUDWIG. Oak Prairie requires a different code.