Walnut Creek Weekly Newsletter
7/31/26
Walnut Creek Weekly Update - 7/31/26
Dear Walnut Creek Learning Community,
August is upon us! We'll be welcoming your kids back before you know it!
Our district provided an update yesterday on the Online Back-to-school packet that is required to be completed in skyward prior to students coming to Creek Connection on August 18th. The back to school packet is now scheduled to open on August 4th. If there are any further delays, WLCSD district administration will provide an update. There are many other resources currently available on the back to school hub, linked below.
Bus Stop Information:
Bus stop information will be available through Skyward Family Access in August. I will send a reminder to all families when bus stop/route information is available.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Be well,
Seth Taboh
Principal
Walnut Creek Middle School
NEW INFO In this week’s edition:
- Chromebook Distribution Plans
Chromebook Distribution Plans
6th Grade Students:
All WLCSD Students in Grades 6 - 12 will be required to utilize a district provided Chromebook to access school materials and resources beginning this school year. No outside devices will be allowed in any secondary schools including personal laptops, iPads, personal Chromebooks, tablets, etc.
Walnut Creek will distribute Chromebooks to 6th grade students during our scheduled WEB day on August 17th. Our WEB day is scheduled from 1 - 3 PM. When families arrive at 1 PM, students will be welcomed into the gymnasium to begin their scheduled activities. Parents will be directed to our media center to collect student Chromebooks.
Parents will only be able to accept their child's Chromebook, so if you have arranged a car pool for the event, you will not be able to collect Chromebooks for friends and neighbors. Any 6th grade student that does not receive their Chromebook during WEB day will be able to collect their Chromebook during Creek Connection on August 18th.
7th and 8th Grade Students - Chromebooks will be available for collection during Creek Connection on August 18th.
Any student that is unable to attend WEB or Creek Connection will receive their Chromebook during the first week of school.
2026-2027 Walnut Creek School Supply List - Previously Communicated
As we look forward to the upcoming school year, our supply lists are now available! You can find the list for your student’s grade level by clicking the link below.
WEB and Creek Connection Events - Mark Your Calendar - Previously Communicated
As we look ahead to the new school year, please mark your calendars for two important kickoff events to get our students ready and excited to return to the building.
WEB Day (6th Grade Students Only)
Date: Monday, August 17th
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
This event is for ALL incoming 6th-grade students. Our WEB program is a crucial part of the transition into Walnut Creek Middle School. Because we are so highly focused on mentorship and building strong relationships from day one, this event is designed to help our newest students feel welcomed, supported, and confident navigating their new school environment.
Important note for 6th-grade parents: Students will be receiving their school Chromebooks at the conclusion of this event. Please plan to come inside the building at 3:00 PM for the Chromebook distribution. We will share more specific details as the date approaches!
Creek Connection / Registration Day (All Families)
Date: Tuesday, August 18th
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
This event is for ALL Walnut Creek students and families. Creek Connection is your one-stop shop to get completely set up for the school year. During this time, students will:
Receive class schedules and locker assignments
Take school photos and receive student IDs
Sign up for clubs and extra-curricular opportunities
Learn about our sports offerings
Purchase yearbooks and more!
We can't wait to see everyone and get this year started off right.
2027 Washington DC Trip Information - Previously Communicated
Thank you to the families that joined us at our informational meeting last evening. Attached below are all of the documents and information that was shared at the informational meeting.
The registration for the trip is NOW OPEN. Please follow the instructions on the registration document (attached below) for directions on how to register for the 8th grade trip.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Mr. Ossenmacher at RyanOssenmacher@wlcsd.org
Morning Announcement Script - Previously Communicated
Each morning, we start our school day with morning announcements. After we recite the pledge of allegiance, announce birthdays, and make other reminder announcements, Mr. Taboh reads a morning message to students. To see Mr. Taboh’s morning message, you can always check the document linked below which is updated weekly:
Mr. Taboh’s Morning Message Script - 25/26 School Year
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out!