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At Hawthorne Early Childhood School, we believe that consistent attendance is key to student success. Regular participation in class helps students stay on track academically, socially and emotionally. Here’s what you need to know about our attendance procedures and tips to ensure your child is present and prepared to learn each day. Reporting Absences If your child is unable to attend school due to illness or other reasons, please follow these steps: Notify the School: Contact the attendance office by calling (847) 520-2606 or emailing [email protected] before the school day begins. Provide a Reason: When reporting an absence, include the reason, such as illness, appointment or family emergency. If your child is ill, specify any symptoms. Doctor’s Notes: If your child has a medical appointment or illness lasting three days or more, please provide a doctor’s note when they return to school. Extended Absences: For absences longer than three days,…

Welcome to Hawthorne Early Childhood Center, where the journey of lifelong learning begins! Our center, named for the author Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864), is dedicated to nurturing the unique potential of every child by providing a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment. We believe that early childhood is a time of exploration, discovery, and growth, and our programs are designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning. At Hawthorne, we offer a holistic approach to early education that emphasizes the development of the whole child. Our experienced and caring staff work closely with families to create personalized learning experiences that support each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Our curriculum is inspired by the latest research in early childhood education and is designed to engage children in meaningful, hands-on learning. From imaginative play to outdoor exploration, we provide a variety of activities that encourage children to ask questions, solve…

Nathaniel Hawthorne Early Childhood School 200 Glendale Street Wheeling, Illinois 60090 Telephone: 847-465-7290 Fax: 847-465-7296 Hours: 8:15 AM–4:30 PM   Administration     Melissa Scaletta Director of Early Childhood Email:[email protected] Telephone: 847-465-7291     ATTENDANCE LINE Telephone: 847-465-2606   HEALTH OFFICE CCSD21 Health Services Webpage Telephone: 847-465-2606 Fax: 847-465-7296   Staff Directory Click here to access the Hawthorne staff directory.

Click on the links below to access the Hawthorne’s calendars. Hawthorne’s Calendar (events and activities) 2025 – 2026 School Year Calendar (English) 2025 – 2026 School Year Calendar (Español) 2025 – 2026 School Year Calendar (Русский)

Welcome to Hawthorne! We’re thrilled to have you join our school community! This Welcome Kit is designed to help new families settle in by providing essential information about our school, policies, programs and surrounding resources. Please take a moment to review the booklet to ensure a smooth transition for your family.

19-20 STUDENT REGISTRATION All students who will attend CCSD21 schools for the 2019-2020 school year will be able to register online this spring. This includes currently-enrolled students who will be returning for the 19-20 school year, incoming kindergarten students, and any student new to CCSD21. Registration information is available on the School District 21 website.

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Educational research shows that students perform at their highest levels and exhibit the most growth when teachers collaborate. As a result, teams of teachers are the foundational structure of School District 21. Core academic teams provide students with instruction in the Learner Qualities and the core academic areas: Language Arts, Reading, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. Elissa Andalina, Teacher Michelle Cadle, Teacher Isabel Garcia, Teacher Assistant Barbara Hoeft, Teacher Assistant Michelle Lewis, Teacher Assistant

London Middle School sixth-grade science teacher Tracy Crowley has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the National Education Association Foundation to expand a global science storytelling initiative focused on wildlife…

Community Consolidated School District 21 will undertake more than $28.4 million in construction and facility improvement projects this summer, marking one of the most significant investments in district facilities in…

During its May 21 meeting, the Community Consolidated School District 21 Board of Education approved the transfer of $20 million from the district's Education Fund to its Operations and Maintenance…