Dear Wethersfield Community Members,
I wanted to take a moment to personally share some news with you. After much thought and prayer, I have accepted a position to become the next Superintendent of Schools for Knoxville CUSD #202, beginning July 1, 2026. My resignation from Wethersfield will take effect on June 30, 2026.
This was not an easy decision. Wethersfield has been a special place to serve. Together, we’ve accomplished great things—earning an Exemplary designations from the State, expanding the arts, creating new learning environments like the AR/VR lab, and tackling major facility improvements that will serve students for years to come. Just as importantly, we’ve built upon a culture rooted in kindness, teamwork, and pride—which makes this “One Block, One Flock” community feel like family.
I want to sincerely thank our Board of Education for their trust and partnership, and our incredible administrators, teachers, and staff for your dedication to kids every single day. In particular, I have great confidence in Mr. Tyler Nichols and Mr. Kyle Dennison, whose leadership, character, and steady presence will help guide the district through this transition and continue to move Wethersfield forward.
While I’m excited about returning to Knoxville, where my teaching career began nearly three decades ago, please know that Wethersfield will always hold a very special place in my heart. I am deeply grateful for the relationships, the trust, and the shared sense of purpose that define this community.
Over the next several months, my focus remains squarely on finishing strong—supporting our students, staff, and district initiatives, and helping ensure a seamless leadership transition.
Thank you for allowing me to be part of this journey with all of you. Dr. B.
Parents,
We are working to secure a significant grant for before school, after school, and summer enrichment programs. We need your help :)
Please clink on this link and take the quick survey to help your students: https://forms.gle/vghZTbp8gb2Fj8qQ6
This form will close at the end of the day Wednesday so we can turn the grant around quickly.
Thank you!
Dr. Brooks
We are working to secure a significant grant for before school, after school, and summer enrichment programs. We need your help :)
Please clink on this link and take the quick survey to help your students: https://forms.gle/vghZTbp8gb2Fj8qQ6
This form will close at the end of the day Wednesday so we can turn the grant around quickly.
Thank you!
Dr. Brooks
We’re encouraging all staff and students to wear RED tomorrow to show support for Red Ribbon Week! This year’s theme is “Life is a Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free.” Let’s keep our puzzle strong, bright, and connected—together, we can make a difference! ❤️🧩
Our 1st Round Playoff game with Stark County is set to be played on Saturday, November 1st at 1:00 pm at Wethersfield Memorial! The second season is upon us...let's GO TITANS!!
The IHSA Volleyball Regional Tournament begins on Monday for our Flying Geese! The girls play at 6:00 pm versus DePue and hope to continue play on Wednesday and Thursday this week. All games are at Bureau Valley HS. Let's go Ladies!
Our A-W Titan Football team just completed an undefeated, 9-0 Season! We will find out tonight who we face in Week 10 (IHSA Football Playoffs) and that information will be posted here! Let's get ready TITAN NATION! Our goals are WAY bigger than this!! Congratulations to all who have made this possible...so far!
We’re encouraging all students and staff to wear red on Tuesday, October 28 in recognition of Red Ribbon Week! This year’s theme is “Life is a Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free.” Let’s show our commitment to making healthy, positive choices by filling our school with red!
McTeacher night was a success! Thank you to all who came and supported our school. We raised over 1k!
Check out Student Journalist Liyana Autery's first publication about WES 4th graders' Poetry Cafe at the link below:
https://kewaneevoice.com/wethersfield-fourth-graders-enjoy-poetry-cafe/?fbclid=IwdGRjcANluH5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHvr3ALIsk8-bpy-J9ZWo1IzSnbUsVfRHEx79cu0y7u6rmFURMXXU2AGFq2Lk_aem_LhJupKw1fxLekl9231r_Dw
Cora Landwehr just finished her solid oak night stand for her bedroom. She did an outstanding job!
As Geese Volleyball finishes up their regular season this week, check out Student Journalist Madalyn Verscha's coverage of Senior Night with Elise Nelson's pics at the link below:
https://kewaneevoice.com/wethersfield-defeats-stark-county-in-senior-night-matchup/?fbclid=IwdGRjcANkk-NleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHtFH7uGN8g2ZTmBXul8U1GKw2SXuQJTX0K89tDfz9EWfkEJKjYrNq1h8fmTN_aem_0Q1eBybsi_ivfE0aK0TtZA
Student Journalist Kyra Galbraith covered the AW Titans XC meet on Saturday. Check out her coverage at the link below:
https://kewaneevoice.com/annawan-wethersfield-runners-compete-in-peoria/?fbclid=IwdGRjcANjL1dleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHum7bYuIEBlgATCyhUcBC5B6ibKhPk-F0kEAkbFmvatPGFNvp7fm_YuaH9Is_aem_E5tORTv2sT7AMz30hi0pkQ
The Pre-K classes are wrapping up their unit on Community Helpers this week. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Sheila Blair, Deputy Rumbold, Kimber and Mark Rose, and the Kewanee Fire Department for taking the time to share their expertise and teach our students about their important roles in the community.
Junior High Girls Basketball game on Wednesday at Kewanee Visitation will start at 5:00 pm at Visitation. Go Geese!!
Mark your calendars for Monday's McTeacher Night!
Student Journalists Madalyn Verscha and Elise Nelson covered Pink Night for Geese Volleyball last night. Check out their coverage of major Geese Volleyball milestones and the action of the game at the link below:
https://kewaneevoice.com/players-fans-wore-pink-at-whs-volleyball-game/?fbclid=IwdGRjcANfI7VleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHsbkquV2Px23YRfFYAKzM2fx42c53rZnFcxNHHJlEiAlak_t-CESWhDjPi_f_aem_1t0ThQsK9elK8EMl6alCmw
Volleyball Senior Night is Monday! Come out to honor our Senior girls on the volleyball team as they take on Stark County! Freshman match will begin at 5:00 pm followed by JV and then Varsity. Senior Introductions will be made prior to the Varsity warm-up! Theme for the night is DISCO! Go Geese!
Two WHS carpentry classes designed and constructed a six-sided bench for Midland Golf Course. The bench beautifully encircles the large flag near the first tee and showcases the students’ craftsmanship and attention to detail.
The Flying Geese Volleyball LIVESTREAM will be up in about 20 minutes (7:25 pm) as the first matches ran long and we have our PINK NIGHT raffle presentations to do!! Stay tuned!
We wanted to let families know that Hand, Foot, and Mouth is going around right now in nearby communities and here in Kewanee.
If your child has been diagnosed with Hand, Foot, and Mouth, please keep them home until their blisters are drying up and they’ve been fever-free for at least 24 hours. While some doctor notes may say kids can come back once the fever is gone, please remember they can still be contagious for up to 10 days.
Since symptoms can look a little different for each child, feel free to reach out to the school nurse to talk through your child’s situation.
Thanks so much for helping us keep all of our students healthy and learning!
