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At West School, we advance learning and innovation by creating opportunities for students to explore new interests, build skills, and discover what inspires them. Fall Club sign-up opens September 25 with a preview of club offerings available September 22. Stay tuned for more details!

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At West, every new experience is an opportunity to connect, discover, and grow. Together, we’re building relationships and a sense of belonging that help every Westie feel valued and ready to thrive.

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Celebrating Our Community

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West School girls smile at camera during pajama day

In the late 1970’s, the Glencoe Board of Education chose to reorganize the district from four neighborhood schools to three age-centered buildings. This decision was based on the belief that the District is best served by bringing together all students of a grade level. 

District 35 educates the whole child to...

West Students Observing a Presentation

…maximize creative and critical thinking skills.
…fully challenge and realize physical, social, and cognitive abilities.
…nurture unique learning styles, interests, strengths, and pace.
…provide a solid foundation for the next phase of education and for learning throughout life.

Celebrating Our Community

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West students sit at lunch table and smile

District 35 views education as experiences best served by coordinated efforts of parents and the school staff.  Parent involvement through generous support of the Glencoe PTO, volunteers in classrooms and ongoing communication with teachers and school personnel are welcomed and encouraged.  Teachers in grade level and/or subject area teams work closely side-by-side in their planning, decision-making, implementation, and assessment.  Together, we nurture our greatest natural resource – our children.

Growing Every Heart and Mind

West School students look at camera during PE

The District 35 curriculum is broadly based, reflecting an interest in the academic, social, emotional, artistic, and physical development of children. Problem-solving and decision-making are encouraged through the curriculum and informal situations, such as recess or class meetings in the lower grades and integrated activities at the upper levels.