Skokie/Washburne PTO Events and Programs

Tuesday, september 3rd  |  5th grade kickball tournament

Kickball is one of our favorite sports because everyone is welcome, no skills are required, and it's always fun! The Skokie/Washburne PTO is excited to sponsor this awesome afternoon in partnership with the Winnetka Park District and Hot Shot Sports. Teams will be assigned by Skokie Advisories so every player will have teammates from their advisory - it is a great way to get to know new classmates and join in on friendship & fun! For more information, please click HERE.

Parent Volunteers Needed!
We need your support (40 parents) to run this event. Please consider volunteering your time to help us make this a successful afternoon of fun. 

$20 registration fee includes: participation fee, pizza, chips, Kona Ice and water.

*NOTE: Registration is now closed. Must be registered to attend!

 

5th Grade Kickball Tournament Chair: Jackie Hairston


first (3) september fridays  |  6th grade social dance

The PTO has a long-standing tradition of offering a set of “old school” dance and social etiquette lessons to 6th graders, utilizing a trusted professional dance instructor in the Washburne gymnasium.

 

This is a low-key introduction to co-ed social functions for 6th graders, and they will have a variety of randomly assigned dance partners. Historically, kids enjoy this opportunity to:

  • See themselves and their friends dressed up
  • Learn types of ballroom dances that may come in handy someday (e.g. the waltz)
  • Do something different and fun on a Friday evening!

Dates/Times:

  • 2024: September 6th, September 13th, September 20th
  • Location: Washburne Gym
  • Time: 6:00-7:00pm, 9/20 class ends at 7:15pm

Parents are invited to join on Friday, September 20th!

Fee is $50 (We are not able to issue refunds or prorate fee due to missed classes.)

 

For more information on 6th Grade Social Dance, please click HERE.

 

6th Grade Social Chairs: Kelly Conway & Sarah Carano


friday, september 27th  |  washburne back-to-school bash (*NEW!)

Washburne students will celebrate being Back-to-School with a night of games, dancing, and fun!  

Included: DJ, Bumper Ball, Smash Mario Brothers Video Gaming, pizza & treats!

 

Date: Friday, September 27th

Time: 6:30-8pm

Location: Washburne Gym

Fee: $20 advance registration, $30 at door

 

Advanced registration has closed. 

 

Washburne Back-to-School Bash Chair: Kara Todd & Mariam Staunton


skokie & WASHBURNE SOCIAL mixers

Skokie & Washburne will have Social Mixers throughout the year to hang with their friends in a relaxed setting directly after school, 3:30-4:30pm on set Fridays.  Games, snacks, DJ and fun will be had by all! Registered guests: $10 per ticket, pay at the door: $15 cash-only.

 

Skokie Socials:

5th GRADE

Friday, October 11th

Friday, May 9th

 

6th GRADE

Friday, October 25

 

Washburne Socials:

7th GRADE

Friday, April 11th 

 

5th Grade Social Chairs: Jess Newell, Anne Brown, Amanda Sasse, Patty O'Connell

6th Grade Social Chairs: Julie McCauley, Maria Shideler, Katherine Banich, Bonnie Tripton

7th Grade Social Chairs: Sarah Cunningham, Anna Jaymont


 

FRIDAY, JANUARY 31st  |  washburne roller skating party (*NEW!)

Washburne students will enjoy an old-school Roller Skating Party following their KW unit!

 

Date: Friday, January 31st

Time: 3:30-4:30pm

Location: Washburne Gym

Fee: $25 registered guests, $40 cash-only at the door

 

Washburne Roller Skating Party Chairs: Needed

 


skokie & washburne sport tournaments (*NEW!)

Skokie & Washburne PTO will be working with our KW departments to bring the kids the following tournaments this year: basketball, volleyball, & ping pong!  Tournaments will either be coinciding with KW units or take place in May - stay tuned for more info!


FRIDAY, JUNE 13th | 6th Grade Send-Off 

Skokie 6th Graders will enjoy a proper Send-Off Party to celebrate their time at Skokie and gain excitement for heading to Washburne!  A fun-theme will be chosen and after school snacks, dancing, games & fun will be had by all!

 

Date: Friday, June 13th

Time: 3:30-4:45pm

Location: Skokie Gym

Fee: $15 registered guests, $20 cash-only at the door

 

6th Grade Send-Off Chairs: Louisa Balach, Amy Maciewjewski, Susan Hollender


tuesday, june 10th & THURSDAY, JUNE 12th  |  8th grade graduation events

Washburne 8th Graders will celebrate with an 8th Grade Graduation Party on Tuesday, June 10th.  The 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony will take place on Thursday, June 12th.  Please look forward to more information from the 8th Grade Graduation Committee and Principals for all events involving 8th Grade Graduation.

 

8th Grade Graduation Chairs: Melanie Walsh & Gina Gooden