The Carleton W. Washburne School (grades 7 and 8) and The Skokie School (grades 5 and 6) form the Washburne-Skokie Middle School Campus. The two-school-building setting came into existence in August 1998 to accommodate the growing student population and program expansion.

An interesting history precedes the opening. The Skokie School was the district junior high school beginning in 1920. As the student population grew and educational needs changed, Washburne School was built in 1969 to house the district's 7th and 8th grades, while Skokie housed the 5th and 6th grades. By 1980 the student population declined, allowing the 5th graders to move to the three elementary buildings and the sixth grade to become a welcomed part of Washburne.

By the late 1990s, the population at Washburne increased to 600 students. In response to the growth, the Board of Education elected to remodel and reopen the south end of Skokie School to house the 6th grade and to let Washburne become a 7/8 building. Thus, in August 1998, the Washburne-Skokie Campus began a new era in the district.

Students at both sites experience a ten-period day: Six periods for academic core classes (English, social studies, science, and math); two elective periods; one period of physical education/wellness; and a period for lunch. Students at both sites are involved in an advisor-advisee program. Block scheduling and interdisciplinary teaming is used at both schools.

If you wish to learn more about our programs, please contact the respective school offices for further information.

The Skokie School
Carleton W. Washburne School