WBSD Weekly Update

October 1 - Count Day
October 2 - No School
October 15 - Late Start (TWO hours after regular start time)

2025-2026 Calendar AND 2026-2027 Calendar, Visit this Link

Because the State of Michigan has not passed a school budget, the program that provides free breakfast and lunch for all students is at risk.

• If a budget agreement is not reached, state funding will end on September 30, 2025.
• Beginning October 1, 2025, families who do not qualify for free or reduced-price meals will need to pay for meals.

COMPLETE THE APPLICATION

• Complete the application today by using this link!
• If needed, add funds to your Meal Magic Account

WHY IT MATTERS

• It helps ensure we can continue to provide nutritious meals to all students.
• Funding tied to our free/reduced rate supports far more than meals; it impacts academic programs, athletic programs, technology, and student services.
• Even if you think you may not qualify, completing the application still helps the district.

If you need assistance or have questions about completing the form, contact andrea.grobe@wbsd.org

• The Bus Zone App is available for iOS, Android and web and allows families to track their student(s) bus along its route, to and from school. Families will need to have their student(s) ID numbers which are available in PowerSchool in order to log into the app and create an account. Check out the transportation page for details.
• Please download and complete the app: Apple App Store and Google Play

On November 4, 2025 voters will be asked to consider replacing the current Sinking Fund millage, which is estimated to remain at the current 1.1552 mill levy, and extend the levy from 2027 to 2036. This levy provides approximately $3.2 million annually to fund:

• Facility and infrastructure improvements
• Safety and security measures
• Technology devices and infrastructure

For more information and answers to Frequently Asked Questions, click here.

Do you know someone that is longing to make more of a positive impact in their work? We have the answer for them! Please pass along these job postings and tell them to apply for the opportunity to make a difference every day for our students and our community. We need great people who have the passion!

• Special Education Paraeducator
• Resource Room Teacher
• Speech and Language Pathologist
• Teacher for the Program for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Preschool Before and After Care Provider
• Kids Connect School Age Child Care Assistant Instructor

With state funding for robotics still uncertain, we’re kicking off fundraising to support three WBSD robotics teams.

• World’s Finest Chocolate Sale – Each team will help sell; proceeds benefit all three teams.

• Achatz Pie Company Gift Cards – More info coming soon!

• Sponsorships – Local businesses can sponsor by September 30 to be featured on team shirts (sponsorships $100+ include a logo).

Fundraising covers parts, food at events, our Atomic-GLOW off-season event, and more.
Goal: $15,000 Current: $2,000

Interested in helping? Fill out this form or reach out to Coach Chris (248) 207-0320

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This October, the WBHS Varsity Softball team invites all middle school and high school girls (Grades 6–9) to join us for ZOM-BALL Clinics at The Swamp — four fun and spooky Tuesday nights of skill-building, teamwork, and Halloween excitement.

Location: WBHS Softball Field
Dates: Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 per clinic OR $80 for all 4 (save $20!)
Bonus: First 20 full-series signups get a FREE limited-edition ZOM-BALL T-shirt

Highlights include:
• Varsity coaches and players running skills sessions
• Special appearances from Oakland University Softball players
• Giveaways from Athletes Unlimited Softball (AUSL)
• Gear raffles supporting WBHS Softball
• A Halloween finale: ZOM-BALL Scrimmage & Costume Contest

Register online here
We hope you’ll join us for the fun — let’s build skills, make memories, and celebrate softball together as one softball Family!

Parents join us to hear about Math Pentathlon, important dates, and more.
Division 1: K & 1st Graders
Division 2: 2nd & 3rd Graders
Division 3: 4th & 5th Graders
Division 4: 6th & 7th Graders

Thursday, October 9 at 7 p.m. via Zoom
Zoom link: https://wbsd-org.zoom.us/j/89145698606

Skill Development, Drill Work, Shooting, Dribbling, Passing, Individual Defensive Technique and Modified Gameplay.
Co-ed for Grades 1-3 from 9-10 a.m.
Co-ed for Grades 4-6 from 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Led by WBSD Teacher & Coach Jeremy Denha

More Information and Register Here

West Bloomfield Wrestling Club focuses on developing the fundamentals of folk-style wrestling, while also focusing on the discipline and mental toughness that are needed to be successful in the sport.

Ages: Kindergarten thru 8th Grade (boys and girls)
Location: West Bloomfield Middle School Multipurpose Room & Gym
Season: November thru March

Contacts: Coach DeGrand (thomas.degrand@wbsd.org) or Kevin Mcintosh (kevin.mcintosh@wbsd.org)

Registration: CLICK HERE

Club Facebook Page: Facebook

Club Website: Club Website

Check out the new events and programming! All proceeds benefit the WBEF mission, to provide educational resources to WBSD staff and students.

• GWB Historical Society Events
• Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition
• West Bloomfield Township Public Library
• West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation
• West Bloomfield Youth Assistance