Principal's Message
Thank you for visiting the Wood Dale Junior High website!
My name is Joe Krause and this is my 4th year as Principal at the junior high. We look forward to a fantastic 24-25 school year filled with unique learning experiences for all of our students.
Wood Dale Junior High serves approximately 260 students in grades 6, 7, and 8 from the city of Wood Dale, Illinois. We are proud of our fantastic dual language program which allows students to learn in both English and Spanish daily. We embrace our diversity and appreciate what we can learn from each other daily.
Our teachers have continued high expectations for academic achievement, and are a talented group of individuals who are experts in their fields of study. We are currently rated as a commendable school on the Illinois School Report Card, and our number one priority is continued academic and social-emotional growth for all of our students.
Wood Dale Junior High students enjoy our before and after school opportunities which promote creativity and personal growth. This includes band, choir, sports, clubs, and many other engaging activities.
We have 1-1 Chromebook devices for all students, and teach a robust curriculum related to tech safety to ensure students have the skills to successfully navigate the internet and all that it has to offer.
Our staff strives to implement our vision and mission daily, which guides our daily practice to ensure success for all students.
WOOD DALE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL VISION STATEMENT
We will be an outstanding middle school that embraces our diverse community and prepares each adolescent for success as a lifelong learner.
WOOD DALE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT
We will develop each student’s character and academic potential in a safe, respectful environment that encourages collaboration, critical thinking, communication, and creativity.
Sincerely,
Joe Krause Ed.D.
Principal