This Month at the WIS

Dear Parents & Guardians,

I am happy to share that we have had a wonderful start to the school year! Our students and staff have settled in nicely, and the hallways are already filled with energy, learning, and enthusiasm.

To help your family stay up to date on all WIS news and key dates, please make sure to check Daily Announcements. This information can be found online, under Wall Intermediate School, click the Our School tab and then the Daily Announcements tab. Links for Clubs & Activities, Lunch Menu, and Extra Help Days can also be found on this page.

Here are a couple important upcoming events to mark on your calendars:

• Back to School Night — Wednesday, September 16th at 7:00 PM, the staff and I are truly looking forward to welcoming you to our school.

  • Review the Back to School Night Schedule, which was previously emailed to you.

  • Important Reminder: Please print out a copy of your child's schedule to follow during the event, as printed copies will not be provided.

  • Parking & Transportation: Parking at WIS will be extremely limited. We strongly encourage parents to utilize our courtesy shuttle bussing available from either the Wall Municipal Center or Wall High School. Shuttle service begins at 6:15 PM and will run continuously throughout the evening.

• PTO Meeting — Tuesday, September 22nd at 7:00 PM, please join us for our next PTO meeting in the WIS cafeteria. We value your input and hope to see many of you there!

*** NEW to WIS. Please see the Parent Attendance Notification link below for further information and instructions in utilizing the Parent Portal to report your child absent from school. ****

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in making this a fantastic year for our students.

Warmest regards,

EL

Wednesday September 16, 2026

• 7pm
• *Parents Only*
• No Parent Parking at WIS - Shuttles are provided from WHS or Wall Municipal Complex
• Shuttles begin at 6:15pm

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The WIS School Counseling Department is excited to welcome everyone back for the 2026–2027 school year! We hope you had a wonderful summer and are ready for a year filled with learning, growth, new experiences, and opportunities to shine. Whatever this year brings, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Your school counselors are here to listen, encourage, and help you feel confident and successful every step of the way. We’re looking forward to getting to know you, helping you reach your goals, and making this a year of growth, connection, and success together.
Welcome back WIS, we’re so glad you’re here!

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Whether your child is entering elementary, middle, or high school, the start of a new school year brings a mix of excitement, anticipation, and sometimes a little uncertainty. While each stage of development presents unique experiences, there are a few universal strategies that can help students of all ages feel prepared, connected, and confident.

1. Get Back into a Routine
A week or two before school starts, begin returning to school-year routines. Younger children can practice bedtime and morning routines, while older students can reset sleep schedules and organize school materials.

2. Build a Sense of Belonging
Connecting with familiar peers can make returning to school feel easier. Plan a playdate for younger children or encourage older students to connect with friends before the first day.

3. Get Familiar with the School Routine
Help your child know what to expect. Younger children can practice drop-off, while older students can review schedules, transportation, locker combinations, or classroom locations.

4. Encourage Voice and Agency
Help your child practice speaking up, asking for help, and solving everyday problems. Talk through situations such as forgetting lunch, getting lost, missing the bus, or needing help. Older students can practice emailing a teacher or asking a question on their own.

5. Talk About Their Feelings
Make time to talk about excitement, worry, or uncertainty. Help your child make a simple plan, such as talking to a Trusted Adult, reaching out to a friend, or asking a teacher for help.

Monmouth ACTS ResourceConnect
Monmouth ACTS ResourceConnect offers Monmouth County residents a simple way to connect with a wide range of local services and supports. ResourceConnect can help connect families with food, housing assistance, medical care, employment programs, mental health services, child care, and more. For additional assistance or help connecting with resources, please contact your child’s school counselor.

Lack of Permanent Housing
If your family is experiencing economic hardship or does not have permanent housing, please visit the McKinney-Vento webpage for important information about your rights and available resources.

District Homeless Education Liaison
Tiffany Steiner
tsteiner@wallpublicschools.org
732.556.2657