Wildcat Weekly

October 6-10- BOOK FAIR
October 6- Wear Blue for Anti-Bullying 👔
October 7- 3rd Grade Field Trip to Mercedes Benz
October 9- 1st Grade Field Trip to the Environmental Heritage Center
October 10- PTO Volunteer Winners Announced (morning news)
October 10- Report Cards

October 13-17- FALL BREAK

October 24- Movie Night 6pm
October 25-26- Fall Photo Fundraiser

October 28- Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night
October 29- Northview Community Cluster Night
October 31- All Pro Dads 6:45am
November 19- Thanksgiving Lunch Grades: K, 2, 4 (2 guest limit)
November 20- Thanksgiving Lunch Grades: 1. 3, 5 (2 guest limit)
November 21- WCES Spelling Bee

Please consider volunteering for Science Force, a parent-led PTO sponsored program which provides hands-on learning in alignment with your student's science curriculum. No previous science experience is required! We will provide you with a short guide before the lab and hands-on training will be provided by your Science Force lead during the first 15 minutes of your volunteer time. This is a great way to spend an hour of your time to contribute to your student's science education.

Please email Ashley Mayer at WCESScienceForce@gmail.com with any questions.

Volunteer Signup Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094EA5AF2FA5F4C25-59125216-science

Thank you, Ashley Mayer

Students in grades 3–5 will receive a paper copy of the challenge from the counselors. We also have attached a copy for your review. On the 31st day, the first 10 students in class who complete the challenge and turn in their calendar will receive a green KIND30 bracelet as a reward!

We want to take a moment to thank everyone for helping keep our carpool line running as smoothly and safely as possible. As a quick reminder, we need everyone's continued cooperation to ensure fairness and compliance with traffic and community rules.

• Please do not make U-turns on Wilson Road near the second entrance in an attempt to bypass the carpool line. This is not only dangerous but also illegal and puts others at risk.

• Parking in the St. Ives neighborhood is not permitted unless you are a resident. Using this area to park and walk your child to school is a violation of the HOA's rules. We kindly ask that all families respect the community guidelines.

We encourage all families to review their carpool agreement to make sure they are familiar with the expectations and procedures in place. To help avoid longer wait times, consider arriving during the earlier window between 7:10 AM and 7:25 AM, when traffic is significantly lighter. Thank you for your understanding and support as we work together to keep the carline safe, efficient, and fair for everyone.

Get your Holiday Card family photos off your to-do list!

This Fall, our PTO is partnering with Mami Okamoto Photography to fundraise for our school! Get your pictures done in time for Holiday Cards while giving back to Wilson Creek.

Photos will be taken at Sims Lake Park in Suwanee on Saturday and Sunday October 25th and 26th. $35 covers your sitting fee and one digital photo. Additional photos can be purchased directly through the photographer.

Hurry! Book ASAP as these spots always fill up quickly!

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https://book.usesession.com/s/SA8cqB25Nr

For any questions, email Mami at

mami.okamoto.photography@gmail.com

The Literati Everglow Forest Book Fair is Coming to Wilson Creek!

Dates: October 6–9 from 8:00 AM- 2:00 PM Daily

Location: Media Center

Join us for a magical celebration of reading! Families are warmly invited to attend our Book Fair Family Night on Thursday, October 9th from 5–7 PM. It’s a great opportunity to explore books together and support our school.

💳 Easy Book Buying with Gift Cards

Want to give your student a simple way to shop the fair? Purchase a Literati gift card online at Literati.com/Store and connect it to our school.
Gift cards are safe, easy to use, and can be printed for in-person shopping or used online.
📎 See the attached Parent Gift Card Guide for step-by-step instructions.

🌐 Shop Online Too!

Our online book fair is open now through October 10th!
Visit Literati.com/Store to browse exclusive online titles like Dog Man and The Baby-Sitters Club.

🙌 Volunteer & Save!

Want to help out and get a 20% discount? Whether you're crafty, creative, or social media savvy, we’d love your support!
Sign up here: Volunteer Sign-Up

Thank you for helping us spark a lifelong love of reading at Wilson Creek!

NEW! K-POP Hoodies + Socks!

Our Spirit Wear team has been working hard creating some amazing new designs the kids (and adults) will love! Check out our new K-Pop theme Hoodies, Crew-Neck long-sleeve and SOCKS!! Pre-order now and we will place the order in bulk in a couple weeks.

See the options and order here:

https://wilsoncreekpto.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/356496

During the month of November, your student will be participating in an important personal safety lesson called Think First and Stay Safe. The lesson is presented by our School Counselor, Ms. Khedr, to students in every grade. She will be in the classrooms teaching essential personal safety skills with a positive, non-threatening approach. Prevention lessons will be implemented for all Fulton County Schools K-5 students, unless an opt-out form is returned.

If you would not like your student to participate in the lesson, please fill out and return the attached opt out form by October 25, 2025.

Looking for childcare during Fall Break? Inspiration Martial Arts will be hosting a week long camp! A portion of the proceeds from any Wilson Creek students who sign up will be donated back to the school! Keep your kids happy and active while also supporting the school. Use this link to register:

https://cp.mystudio.io/e/?=IMAJC/8865/738788//1756246571

Exciting Staffing Updates!

We’re thrilled to share some important staffing news as we continue to grow and prioritize the needs of our students.

Supporting Student Success

To better support our learners, we’re adding additional staff members to help reduce the student-teacher ratio. This means more individualized attention and increased support in the classroom—a win for both students and teachers!

Ms. Jennifer Lott, 2nd Grade:

We are excited to share some wonderful news with you! On Friday, we welcomed a new second grade teacher, Ms. Jennifer Lott, to our WCES school community. Ms. Lott brings a wealth of experience and expertise in both classroom teaching and instructional coaching, and we are thrilled to have her join our team.

Ms. Lott holds an Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Argosy University, a Master’s of Education from Kennesaw State University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Middle Grades Education from Clayton State University. She is certified in Early Childhood Education, Middle Grades Math, Special Education, ESOL, Gifted Education, and Instructional Coaching.

Throughout her career, Ms. Lott has demonstrated a strong commitment to student achievement and teacher development. She has served as a professional development facilitator, lead mentor, and instructional coach, collaborating with school leaders and teacher teams to analyze data, plan differentiated instruction, and implement strategies that support academic growth. Her classroom experience includes co-teaching, small group interventions, and creating inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments.

To maximize instruction and reduce class sizes, we will be opening Ms. Lott’s classroom beginning Monday, October 20th. At this time, we are seeking volunteers who would like their child to transition into her classroom. No reason is needed to volunteer—just a willingness to support this exciting opportunity. If you are interested in volunteering for your child to move into Ms. Lott’s class, please contact Kim Cerasoli at cerasolik@fultonschools.org by Monday, October 6th.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child’s education.

We’re excited to announce our Silent Auction in November, and we need your help to make it a success! If you own a business or know someone who does, we’d love your support through donated items.

Popular donation ideas include:

• Sports memorabilia
• Event or game tickets
• Restaurant or retail gift cards

• Gift baskets or unique experiences

• Spa or salon packages

• Fitness memberships or classes

• Golf / Tennis outings or lessons

• Vacation home or hotel stays

• Kids’ activities (tutoring, camps, lessons)

• Tech gadgets or accessories

• Home services (landscaping, cleaning, handyman)

• Wine or craft beer baskets

• Photography sessions

• Custom cakes or catering certificates

Your generosity helps raise valuable funds for our school while showcasing local businesses to our community.

If you or someone you know would like to contribute, please contact jessicapark0428@gmail.com. Thank you for helping us make this event amazing!

ALL IN ON ATTENDANCE – Building Strong Routines
Every Day Adds Up As fall activities begin, it’s easy to let a day or two slip by—but each absence matters. Keep attendance strong to build momentum for the rest of the year. Students who miss 2–4 days in the first quarter are 5 times more likely to be chronically absent by year’s end. The late bell rings at 7:40am. Students should be in their classroom ready to learn at that time.

Book Fair Grocery Bag Donations

We’re thrilled to announce that this year’s Book Fair will be held October 6–9 in our Media Center! It’s always a magical time for students to explore new stories and grow their love of reading.

To help make the experience smooth and fun for everyone, we’re asking for donations of grocery bags. If you have extra bags at home, we’d love to put them to good use!

Stay tuned for more details, including volunteer opportunities and exciting highlights from the fair. Thank you for your support in making this event a success!

Fulton County Schools Technology Competition

We’re excited to share that the Annual Fulton County Student Technology Competition will take place on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at North Springs High School. This event is a fantastic opportunity for students in grades 3–5 to showcase their creativity and skills through a variety of technology-based projects.
Students may compete individually or in pairs (note: teams must compete at the grade level of the oldest participant). Space is limited, and sign-ups are first come, first served, so don’t wait!

🔗 Click HERE to sign up
📅 Deadline to register: Friday, October 31st
🌐 Visit the FCSTC website for details on project categories and competition guidelines.

If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Pence at pence@fultonschools.org.

Website: https://www.fultonschools.org/wilsoncreekes
Location: 6115 Wilson Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30097, USA
Phone: (470) 254-3811
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