WBSD Weekly Update

• Wednesday, September 16: Sheiko Elementary Ribbon Cutting at 6:30 p.m.
• Friday, September 18: Family Fun Night at WBHS
• Monday, September 21: No School
• October 14: Late Start
• November 3: No School
• November 11: Late Start

In class is where it's at! Good attendance = success! As the school year starts, remember that attendance matters!

Unscheduled visitors coming to the building will not be permitted to enter past the front office. Drop-in visitors will not be allowed to enter the building without a pre-scheduled appointment. We will continue this approach in an effort to maximize safety and security while minimizing disruptions to learning.

Volunteers, both parent/community volunteers (Reading Mentors, Watch DOGS, classroom volunteers, etc.) as well as student mentors in programs such as the professional apprenticeship, are permitted under the following circumstances:

• They must have approval from the principal and teacher before volunteering.
• Interested volunteers must also complete a volunteer form and provide a copy of their driver’s license/ID to the school’s office staff upon request. Once completed, the paperwork is forwarded to HR for a background check (ICHAT).

• iCHAT background checks are still required for all non-student volunteers.

Although all students receive free breakfast and lunch, families are still encouraged to complete the Free & Reduced Meal Application.

Qualifying families may receive reduced Pay to Participate fees for athletics and activities, reduced AP Exam fees, and access to other student support services.

Please take a few minutes to complete the form here.

Menus by Elementary, Middle & High School: https://www.wbsd.org/departments/nutriton-services

Thank you for your cooperation and partnership as we work together to ensure a safe, smooth, and successful start to the school year. For additional transportation information, please visit:

West Bloomfield School District Transportation Department

Proud to celebrate our students at the 2026 National Honor Society Induction Ceremony! Thank you to Mrs. Lafata, our NHS Advisor, and our NHS Officers, including President Bianca Palazzolo, for their leadership. Congratulations to our new inductees, difference makers in our schools and community. Proud to be Lakers!

Watch this timelapse of Sheiko Elementary's interior while a custom wallpaper of Michigan is being installed. This wallpaper is part of the interior design to showcase the many places, animals and things that call Michigan home. It’s as informative to explore as it is fascinating to watch being installed.

West Bloomfield School District is breaking ground on a new Doherty Elementary School, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for students, families and staff. The project will bring a modern learning environment to the community while preserving the traditions and spirit that have made Doherty an important part of West Bloomfield.

Congratulations to John Scigaj, a 2026 West Bloomfield High School graduate, on being named an ACE Scholarship recipient and earning a paid externship with SME through the ACE Mentor Program of Southeast Michigan!

Through ACE, John gained real-world experience in architecture, construction, engineering, and the skilled trades while building valuable professional connections. We are proud to celebrate his accomplishments and the opportunities ahead!

Students interested in the 2027 ACE Mentor Program can learn more at https://www.acementorsemi.org/ and register at https://app.acementor.org/login.

WXYZ Channel 7 meteorologist Marisa Woloszyn visited Doherty Elementary to talk weather with our first graders! Students participated in a fun Q&A and learned more about forecasting, storms and the science behind the weather we experience every day. 🌦️💚

WBMS Junior Leadership Commissioners recently took part in another engaging workshop focused on leadership, communication, and community involvement.

Students learned about the art of interviewing from Tyler Kieft of Civic Center TV as they prepare to interview a local elected or appointed official. They also connected with Jeff Crocker and Steve Ketchum from the West Bloomfield Township Public Library, who introduced leadership-focused books and led a discussion on what leadership means.

United We Walk is collecting new and unwrapped personal care items in support of this year’s community service initiative. Donations such as shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, razors, soap, and other hygiene items can be brought to Family Fun Night on Friday, September 18. The annual United We Walk event will take place Sunday, January 17 at 2 p.m. at West Bloomfield Middle School, featuring a peace and unity program, community walk, student performances, and service activities.

FIRST LEGO League Challenge is for grades 4-5. Practices are from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday and 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday at Doherty Elementary. Transportation is not provided. Parent involvement is extremely important. Students who have parents volunteer as a coach are guaranteed a spot.

Check out the BIOGLOW Season Welcome Video Here
FIRST LEGO League Challenge

WBHS talented AP Drawing and AP 2-D Art students are showcasing their amazing work in the WBHS Main Office! Featured artists include Ella D., Jacob T., Cara F., Fiona H., Ellison M. and Aliyah M. Stay tuned, Ceramics 1 students are creating their own unique creature pinch pots! Thank you to teachers Ms. Falenski and Mrs.Kennedy.

Fall Basketball, Equestrian, Cheerleading, Field Hockey, Cross Country, Football, Dance and Golf use this link: https://westbloomfieldathletics.com/

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WBHS Girls Volleyball (V, JV, & Fr) had their home openers against Troy. It was a great night to watch the Lakers compete on their own court!

• Level Program Paraeducator
• Teacher for the Program for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• School Psychologist
• Paraeducator for the Program for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Lunchroom Playground Monitor

ALL West Bloomfield School District students are eligible for a West Bloomfield Library card, regardless of where they reside. Students with a library card can check out and hold library materials, request study rooms, and access a wide range of curated educational eResources. Student cardholders must renew their card each year. Apply online, or visit either West Bloomfield Library branch in person to claim a sticker or enamel pin reward for signing up!

We have so many exciting things happening in the West Bloomfield Parks system, which are largely possible because of the Bond approved by voters in 2024. We have completed a number of projects, with more currently under construction, including the new Connect Community Center at the Civic Center Campus, and projects in the design phase such as the new nature playground coming to Pine Lake Park in the spring. While all of this is going on, our staff is starting to think about 2027, 2028 and beyond. The Commission is in the process of updating our 5-Year Plan, which is a guiding document that will continue to shape goals, objectives and priorities as well as keep us eligible to apply for grants through the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

The results of this survey will be used to assist in understanding current opinions and priorities for the future. This survey is only intended for West Bloomfield residents and should take no more than 10 minutes to complete. Please only complete one survey for your entire household and only if you are a West Bloomfield resident.

To be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $100 Busch’s gift card, please enter your email and mailing address when prompted at the end of the survey. A winner will be randomly selected once the survey closes on September 30. If you need assistance completing the survey, please call one of our customer service representatives at (248) 451-1900. Thank you!

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