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Giles students win regional spelling bee; concert band earns top IGSMA honor

Norridge School District 80 Board of Education · April 21, 2026
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Summary

At the March 18 meeting, administrators celebrated student achievements: a Giles student advanced in the regional spelling bee, the Giles Concert Band received Superior First Division at the IGSMA contest, and 66 students earned perfect attendance for the trimester.

Administrators used the March 18 board meeting to recognize student success at Giles School. Mr. Biedke said Ella E. won the West 40 regional qualifier spelling bee and will advance to the regional spelling bee in Broadview. The Giles Concert Band earned a Superior First Division honor at the IGSMA Band Organizational Contest on March 17; Mr. Bucaro said this is the highest possible honor and students were awarded first-place medals and a plaque will be displayed in the band room.

Mr. Biedke also said 66 students achieved perfect attendance for the second trimester and will be celebrated with a pizza party. Leigh School announced community and testing events, including Read Across America visits and ongoing IAR testing.