Wildcat Weekly

Upcoming Events:

August 19-Curriculum Night for Parents Only (kindergarten, 3rd, 5th) 5:30-7:00pm

August 21-Curriculum Night for Parents Only (1st, 2nd, 4th) 5:30-7:00pm
August 26- All visiting author book forms due TODAY
August 27-PTO Spirit Night at Craft Burger

August 29-Spirit Day! Wear WCES Attire
September 1- Labor Day Holiday, No School
September 16-National Anthem Project
September 17-John Patrick Green, Visiting author (1st - 5th grades)
September 18- Picture Day (SMILE)

We are thrilled to share that due to increased enrollment at our school, we are most likely welcoming three new teachers to our team! This is a wonderful opportunity to better support our students and enhance their learning experience.

Over the next few weeks, we will be communicating the process for developing new classrooms and transitioning students into these new learning environments. We understand that change can be challenging, and we are committed to making this transition as smooth and positive as possible for everyone involved.

Smaller class sizes are a proven factor in boosting student achievement, allowing for more individualized attention and stronger teacher-student relationships. We are confident that this change will benefit our students academically and socially.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We look forward to sharing more updates soon!

Help Us Stock the Teachers' Lounge!

Wilson Creek Families, let’s show our amazing staff some love! 💙 Each Monday, we’re inviting three families to help keep our teachers’ lounge stocked with delicious snacks. It’s a simple way to say “thank you” and keep the appreciation flowing all year long!

Here’s how to participate:

Sign up using our [Sign-Up Genius link] (insert link here).
Choose your snack type – sweet, salty, candy, healthy, or anything you think our staff will enjoy!
Drop off your item on Monday morning.

Thank you in advance for your support and generosity. Your kindness makes a big difference!

NEW: Opt-in or Out to Room Parent Communication
1. Sign up for quick reminders from your principal via REMIND

2. Join PTO and sign up to Volunteer
3. Read and Sign FCS Code of Conduct
4. Infinite Campus Parent Portal: Update and Verify Emergency Contacts and Household Information

We’re thrilled to announce that author John Patrick Green will be visiting Wilson Creek Elementary on Wednesday, September 17th! He will be speaking to all 1st-5th Grade students!

John Patrick Green is the creator of the InvestiGatorsseries, and he’ll be sharing his latest book, InvestiGators: Case Files, with our students in a fun, interactive mystery-solving presentation. Get ready to join special agents Mango and Brash as they tackle six brand-new cases—with help from their readers!

Want a signed book?
You can purchase a signed copy of InvestiGators: Case Files by clicking [HERE] and submitting the attached order form to your child’s teacher by August 26th.

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to meet a real author and bring home a signed book!

E-Plex- Parents Night Out

Wilson Creek ES Curriculum Night Off-Site Program: Kid's Pizza & Movie Party at E-plex

To support families during Curriculum Nights, Wilson Creek Elementary School PTO has partnered with E-plex Afterschool to offer a fun and convenient off-site program for students. While parents attend Curriculum Night stress-free, children can enjoy an engaging evening filled with pizza, movies, and social time with friends.

Program Details:

Dates & Times:
- Tuesday, August 19 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday, August 21 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: E-plex Afterschool, 10700 Abbotts Bridge Rd
Contact: (678) 365-2220
Cost: $25 per student
Eligibility: Kindergarten through 5th Grade

Registration & Payment:

Payments can be made via Zelle to eplex.office@gmail.com
Be sure to include your child(ren)’s name, grade, date attending, and your phone number
A QR code is provided on the flyer for easy access to payment

Purpose: All proceeds from the event will benefit Wilson Creek Elementary School.

Inspiration Martial Arts- Parents Night Out

Curriculum Nights – For Parents Only 🎓

Curriculum Nights are designed to give parents a deeper understanding of classroom expectations, curriculum goals, and ways to support their child’s learning journey. To maintain a focused and informative environment, these sessions are for adults only.

👶 Need Childcare?
We encourage families to consider the following options:

Send one parent to attend
Coordinate with friends or family for childcare
Register for Ninja Nights with Inspiration Martial Arts

🕔 Childcare Details:

Available from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on both evenings
Open to children 4 years and older who are potty trained
Includes pizza, drinks, and a fun, engaging atmosphere

📲 Register for Ninja Nights:
Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up!

We will communicate how to access testing scores once all assessments are completed! Thanks for your patience.

Early Literacy and Dyslexia Screening

All families received the attached Early Literacy and Dyslexia Screening information sheet in their Sneak Preview packets. Screening will begin on August 18th and run through September 2nd. If you have any questions about the screening, please reach out to your child’s teacher or Ms. Radhika Godbole at godboler@fultonschools.org.

iReady Diagnostic Test

We are in the process of completing iReady diagnostic testing for grades K-5. As soon as all testing is complete, we will share details about how families can access their child’s score online. In the meantime, if you have questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher or Ms. Radhika Godbole at godboler@fultonschools.org

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Upcoming Events

🌟 Girl Scouts Events – Join the Fun! 🌟

We’re excited to share two wonderful opportunities for families to learn more about Girl Scouts and get involved!

🍧 Popsicles in the Park
Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: Morton Road Park, 4860 Morton Road, Johns Creek, GA 30097
Celebrate the new school year with free popsicles, crafts, and games! Girls (K–12) and their caregivers will discover all the amazing opportunities Girl Scouts has to offer.
RSVP: Jenn Quinn-Taylor at jquinntaylor@gmail.com or Avis Marshall at 470-882-6139.

👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Information Meeting
Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Johns Creek United Methodist Church – Room 200, 11180 Medlock Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30097
While girls enjoy a fun activity, caregivers will learn about joining a troop and the benefits of Girl Scouts.
RSVP: Avis Marshall at 470-882-6139 or amarshall@gsgatl.org

Learn more and register at Join.GirlScoutsATL.org. Financial assistance is available.

Starting the Week of 9-2-2025

At Wilson Creek, we offer a variety of after school programs. This year, most after school programs will start during the week of September 2nd. Information about these programs can be accessed on the school website.

https://wilsoncreek.fultonschools.org/activities/after-school-activities

If you enroll your child in any of these programs, please let your child’s homeroom teacher know so that they can update their dismissal plan.

First Meeting Overview 8-15-2025

Meeting Overview – August 15, 2025

The Wilson Creek Elementary SGC met at 7:00 a.m. in the Harrington Room (N304) to begin the school year with a focused and collaborative session. Principal Kim Cerasoli facilitated the meeting, which began with a review of norms and approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

Key agenda items included:

Member Introductions: A chance for all members to connect and share their backgrounds.
Election of New Officers: Members elected the Chair, Vice Chair, and Parliamentarian for the 2025–2026 school year.
Committee Staffing: Standing committees were staffed, including Budget and Finance, Outreach and Communication, and Principal Selection.
Advisory Nomination: Discussion around nominating a representative for the Superintendent’s Parent/Community Advisory.
Meeting Schedule: The council discussed and finalized the meeting schedule for the school year.
Principal’s Update: Principal Cerasoli shared updates on staffing (potential new teachers at kindergarten, second and fifth grades), district policy changes, and upcoming school events.
Next Meeting Agenda: Planning began for the next meeting.
Adjournment: The meeting concluded at 8:05 a.m.

Thank You to Our SGC Members

Your dedication and service are vital to the success of our school community. Thank you for your time, insight, and leadership:

Travis Hostetter, Community Member & 2025-26 Chairperson
Priyanka Bansal Gohill, Community Member
Kim Cerasoli, Principal
Jigna Patel, Parent (Not in attendance)
Jane Chen, Parent
Reena Gupta, Parent
Brent Rippy, Appointed Staff & 2025-2025 Vice Chairperson
Elaina Forney, Appointed Staff & 2025-26 Parliamentarian
Madison Cliff, Teacher
Debbie Wedding, Teacher
Katie Lawson, FCS Representative

Your commitment to the whole child and whole community is deeply appreciated.

If your family is experiencing difficulties at home, we would like to provide some additional support at school. We understand you may not always be able to provide details, and that’s OK. If your child is coming to school after a difficult morning, night or weekend, please email the counselors “handle with care.” We will make it a priority to check in on them.

khedrs@fultonschools.org

thompkinscl@fultonschools.org

Girls in STEM is a club run by Northview High School students to encourage elementary school girls to join STEM fields at a young age! We introduce topics such as chemistry, engineering, physics, and more, through fun science experiments and activities. Meetings are completely free of charge and are held once a month on Thursdays @ Northview High School from 3:50 ~ 5 pm!! Please see the attached flyer to join our mailing list! Thank you, Chloe Woo

Northview Youth Basketball

Calling all 4th through 8th graders! Do you want to learn about basketball or work on your game?

Join us for a fun, skill-building basketball clinic designed to help players of all levels improve their game, meet new friends, and enjoy the excitement of basketball!

What You’ll Learn:

· Dribbling & Ball Handling · Passing & Shooting Techniques · Defensive Skills & Teamwork

· Game Strategies & Sportsmanship · Fun Drills & Shooting Contests

Clinic Details:

· Who: Students in grades 4th–8th · When: Sundays, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

· Dates: September 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2025 (4 sessions) · Where: Northview High School Main and Auxiliary Gyms

🏀 Calling All Future Basketball Stars! 🏀
Girls in elementary and middle school are invited to join us for Basketball Skills Training at Johns Creek High School! Whether you're new to the game or looking to sharpen your skills, this is a fun and supportive way to build confidence, learn the fundamentals, and improve your game.

Led by experienced coaches and players, each session focuses on teamwork, ball-handling, shooting, and more! Details for signup on the flyer!

Want to take it to the next level? Join the Junior Gladiators basketball team! Tryouts begin September 14th!
🎯 All skill levels welcome!

Please consider joining our amazing PTO. Your support makes our school community stronger.

You can sign up on the PTO website: wilsoncreekpto.org

Supporting the PTO will allow us to continue supporting programs such as:
Science Force
Field Trip Transportation
School Agendas
Artist Day
Family Events
Teacher Classroom Grants and Teacher Appreciation Activities
Beautifying the school

Typically, we spend $140+per child/per year

100% of your support stays at WCES!

"Level Up" your membership through Corporate Matching! If your employer matches your donation, the PTO will upgrade your membership level so you get more perks!

We know how much parents love to be able to come and eat lunch with their children and we will continue that practice after the first few weeks of school We want our students to have time to learn the rules and routines of the school year during the first few weeks as well as have lunch time to make connections with their fellow classmates. Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to welcoming you back starting on Monday, August 25.