Whitman Elementary School

Whitman Elementary School Whitman Elementary School is located in Wheeling, IL and is part of Community Consolidated School District 21.

08/18/2026

Whitman families — a quick parking reminder!

Tomorrow is the first day of school, and we want to make sure everyone arrives ready for a great start!

As a reminder, please ENTER ON CENTER when arriving at Whitman. This is an important part of our parking and traffic procedures and will help keep things moving safely and smoothly during arrival.

Take a quick look at the video below for a refresher on the updated procedure before tomorrow morning.

Thanks for helping us kick off the school year safely, smoothly and successfully. We can’t wait to welcome back our Bulldogs!

Some of our Whitman staff were learning and growing at a wonderful conference this week!
07/31/2026

Some of our Whitman staff were learning and growing at a wonderful conference this week!

06/09/2026

As part of our Class of 2026 retiree series, we celebrate Claudine Mele, literacy interventionist at Whitman Elementary School, and her 33 years of service to District 21.

Your impact lives on in the students you've encouraged, the colleagues you've supported, and the community you've helped build.

For the full playlist of our Class of 2026 retirees, head here: https://bit.ly/4dUz2EX

More moments from our Fifth-Grade Talent Show!We're excited to share a few more photos from our talented fifth graders' ...
06/07/2026

More moments from our Fifth-Grade Talent Show!

We're excited to share a few more photos from our talented fifth graders' performances on May 27! Our Bulldogs showcased incredible creativity, confidence, and courage as they took the stage.

Thank you to all of our performers, staff members, and families who helped make this event such a memorable celebration of student talent. We are so proud of our fifth graders for sharing their gifts and supporting one another throughout the show!

This is your 2025-26 Whitman staff, signing off. Have a wonderful summer, Bulldogs! See you in August!
06/05/2026

This is your 2025-26 Whitman staff, signing off. Have a wonderful summer, Bulldogs! See you in August!

Sincerely, the Class of 2026.Next stop: Holmes!
06/02/2026

Sincerely, the Class of 2026.

Next stop: Holmes!

05/27/2026

When the fifth-grade talent show ends with a surprise staff performance of the "Thriller" dance…you know it’s going to be a day students never forget.

Huge shoutout to the incredible Whitman staff for bringing the energy, the moves, and plenty of smiles to close out today’s show in unforgettable fashion. What a fun way to celebrate our talented fifth graders!

Meet our latest Rising Star: Mariela M.!The third grader from Whitman Elementary School has a simple yet powerful superp...
05/15/2026

Meet our latest Rising Star: Mariela M.!

The third grader from Whitman Elementary School has a simple yet powerful superpower: kindness. When she's not diving into math problems, you can find her enjoying pasta, rocking her favorite color of blue, and dreaming about becoming a veterinarian one day.

We're so proud to spotlight students like Mariela who make our schools brighter each day!

Read her full Rising Stars profile here: https://ccsd21.org/news/meet-mariela-m-2

Meet our latest Rising Star: Giselle A-M.! 🌟The fourth grader at Whitman is a total math whiz with a creative side to ma...
05/01/2026

Meet our latest Rising Star: Giselle A-M.! 🌟

The fourth grader at Whitman is a total math whiz with a creative side to match. Giselle loves all things pink and purple, enjoys a good slice of pizza, and dreams of becoming an artist when she grows up.

Her advice for kindergartners? “Always learn and never give up.”

We’re so proud to spotlight students like Giselle who shine both in and out of the classroom!

Read more about her here: https://ccsd21.org/news/meet-giselle-a-m-1

It’s official — we have a finish line!The last day of school for students is Tuesday, June 2! As we head into the final ...
04/17/2026

It’s official — we have a finish line!

The last day of school for students is Tuesday, June 2! As we head into the final weeks, let’s celebrate a year full of growth, achievements, and unforgettable moments.

Here’s to ending the year strong and soaking in every last milestone along the way. Let the countdown begin!

(Note: Preschoolers will have a non-attendance day this day)

Address

133 South Wille
Wheeling, IL
60090

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:15pm
Tuesday 8:15am - 4:15pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 4:15pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:15pm
Friday 8:15am - 4:15pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Whitman Elementary School posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The School

Send a message to Whitman Elementary School:

Shortcuts

Share

Category