Woodland Wildcats News

Letter from the Principal

Greetings Wildcat Families!

It is amazing to think that Fall Break is already here! Thank you to everyone who attended last week's Principal's Coffee Chat & PTO Meeting. We appreciate your partnership and the opportunity to connect with our Woodland families. A special thank you also goes to the parents who generously gave their time during Volunteer Friday. Your support makes a tremendous difference for our students and staff.

Thank you also to everyone who came out to our first Spirit Night of the year at Chick-fil-A. It was wonderful to see so many Woodland staff members and families supporting our school community. I enjoyed the opportunity to connect with students and families on Tuesday evening, and we appreciate everyone who participated. Events like these help strengthen the partnerships that make Woodland such a special place.

This week, we officially kicked off our Wildcat Run Fundraiser, and we are excited to share that we have already raised over $9,000! This fundraiser is an excellent way to support our students, staff, and the valuable programs and opportunities made possible through our partnership with the PTO. Thank you for your enthusiasm and continued support as we work toward our fundraising goals.

School-wide Pajama Day

Don't forget that tomorrow is Pajama Day! We are also challenging our students to help us reach 95% attendance for the day. If we meet that goal, all students will receive a popsicle treat! We look forward to seeing everyone at school dressed in their favorite pajamas and ready for a fun day of learning.

Fall Break

A reminder that Fall Break begins next week, and students will be out of the building from September 21-25. We hope all of our Woodland families enjoy a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved break.

Requesting Participate Remote Days

Per Fulton County Board Policy JB, students may participate remotely for up to five (5) days per semester if the following guidelines are met:

The request must be submitted at least five (5) school days in advance.
Participate Remote Days may not be used on a test day.
ELA and Math assignments must be completed and submitted within two (2) days of the absence.
All work will be asynchronous. Live virtual instruction will not be provided during Participate Remote Days.

To request a Participate Remote Day, please complete the form below:

WES Participate Remote 26-27 New Link – Fill out form

Thank you for your partnership in supporting student learning and attendance. If you have questions regarding Participate Remote Days, please contact the school office for assistance.

Mark Your Calendar

· September 18, 2026: School-Wide PJ Day

· September 21 – 25, 2026: Fall Break - No School for Students

· October 2, 2026: Wildcat Run

· October 8, 2026: Picture Day

· October 12, 2026: Holiday – No School for Students

Please see below for additional school related information and reminders!

Sincerely,

Dr. Marcquez Haley - Principal

Please see below for additional school related information and reminders!

Sincerely,

Dr. Marcquez Haley - Principal

Device Protection Plan Update

To help protect student devices and reduce unexpected repair or replacement costs, families are encouraged to enroll in the District's Device Protection Plan during the Online Enrollment/Verification process in Infinite Campus.

Coverage Costs

$50 per student for a full year of coverage
$25 per student for students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch

Coverage Details

$50 deductible per damage incident
$150 deductible for devices that are lost, stolen, or deemed unrepairable
A police report is required for all stolen device claims

Without Device Protection Families are responsible for the full cost of repairs or replacement. For example:

Cracked screen repair: approximately $270
Lost or stolen device replacement: approximately $500

The protection plan premium will be applied to student accounts in the fall, and payment is due within 30 days of the start of the school year. We encourage all families to consider this affordable option to help protect against unexpected device-related expenses.

For questions or assistance, please contact the Technology Support Center at 470-254-4357.

Thank you for partnering with us to ensure students have the technology resources they need for learning.

September is Attendance Awareness Month

A Message from Ms. V. Hernandez, School Social Worker

September is Attendance Awareness Month

A student’s attendance is imperative in ensuring academic success. In addition, attending school regularly also allows students to participate in discussions, hands-on projects, and collaborative activities that enrich their learning experiences. Please note the following:

School Attendance Facts:

· Chronic absenteeism is defined by missing 18 days or more per school year.

· As few as 2 absences per month can result in a student being chronically absent.

· Approximately 50% of students with 2-4 absences in the first month of school will be chronically absent during the school year.

· Poor attendance can impact whether a child is able to read proficiently by the end of 3rd grade.

· Chronic absenteeism negatively affects a student’s academic performance and can result in them falling behind in subject mastery.

· By 6th grade chronic absence becomes the leading indicator that a student will drop out of high school.

· When students improve their attendance rates, they improve their academic prospects and chances for graduating.

· Attendance improves when schools engage students and parents in positive ways and when schools provide mentors for chronically absent students.

· Teacher relationships with students and families are one of the most impactful strategies to reduce chronic absenteeism.

· Students who attend school regularly are more likely to feel connected to the school community and engaged in learning.

You can promote perfect attendance by doing the following:

1. Building a Supportive Community: Encouraging your child to attend school regularly becomes easier when they feel a sense of belonging within the school community.

2. Celebrating Achievements: Acknowledging your child's successes, both academically and personally, can significantly boost their motivation to attend school.

3. Engaging Learning Experiences: An engaging classroom environment plays a pivotal role in motivating students to attend school regularly. Support teachers in their efforts to create interactive lessons, hands-on activities, and discussions that spark your child's curiosity.

4. Involvement in Extracurricular Activities: Extracurricular activities offer students a chance to explore their interests beyond the classroom. Encourage your child to participate in clubs, sports, arts, or other activities that align with their passions. The excitement of these extracurriculars can motivate them to attend school consistently.

5. Recognizing Improvement: If your child has struggled with attendance in the past, celebrate their efforts to improve. Recognize their progress and emphasize the positive impact regular attendance can have on their academic journey.

The late bell rings at 7:40AM. Students should be in their classroom ready to learn at that time. Please e-mail Rousejm@fultoncountyschools.org and copy your child’s teacher when your child is absent.

Remember, your involvement as parents and guardians is an essential factor in creating a positive and engaging school environment. Together, we can foster an atmosphere where students are excited to come to school, engage in learning, and build a foundation for a successful future.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in ensuring the success of your child's education. For more information on FCS attendance policies please visit the FCS Attendance Matters Website.

🏃‍♀️‍➡️Fundraise Together. Unlock Rewards Together.
Wildcat Run fundraising means more than reaching our $24,000 school wide goal. Each classroom can unlock fun rewards as its fundraising total grows.

Classroom rewards begin at $100 with Wildcat Run bracelets and continue with PBIS points, 🧢Hat & 😎Sunglasses Day, a Free Dress Pass, Show & Tell Day, Pajama & Stuffed Animal Day, Students Dress Like Teachers/Teachers Dress Like Students, and a special $1,000 Superhero or Favorite Sports Team Day.

And there’s another challenge. The top 3 fundraising classes will each receive a 🍕 pizza party and each teacher of those classes will receive a gift card.

Share your Wildcat’s fundraising page with grandparents, relatives, friends, neighbors, and coworkers. Every donation helps your classroom move toward its next reward.

Let’s see what our Wildcats can unlock!

😴Pajama Day on 9/18! We met our PTO Membership Drive goal of $9,000. To celebrate, kids can wear PJs THIS FRIDAY, 9/18! (This was accidentally communicated as 10/18, but the correct date is 9/18)

👏Congratulations, Ms. Jordan’s 1st Grade Class!
Ms. Jordan’s class is the winner of our Membership Drive Ice Cream Party! Their class had the highest participation during the Membership Drive, and we’re excited to celebrate with some sweet treats! Thank you to all of our Woodland families for supporting the PTO and helping make a difference for our students and staff.

Yearbook Early Bird Sale - 10% Discount! 🎊📕

Enjoy 10% off your order when you purchase your yearbook by October 31st during the Early Bird Sale event. You get 2 FREE custom pages that will be printed only in your yearbook. Additional custom pages are only $1.99 per 2 pages. Prices start at $28.01 plus tax.

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