Connections Digital Newsletter

Dear Wayne-Westland Families,

Do you know anyone from the Class of 2039? You do if you have a child who will be ready for kindergarten this fall. We invite you to join us for Kindergarten Round Up on March 13 at any of our amazing elementary schools here in Wayne-Westland.

During Kindergarten Round Up, families will learn about our kindergarten curriculum, meet teachers and staff, tour the school and explore enrollment options.

Families can also learn about our Young 5s program, designed for students who are age-eligible for kindergarten but may benefit from an easier transition into school.

Young 5s is a full school day and follows the elementary calendar, including the start and end times. Students will have the same core areas of instruction and special classes, including music, art, physical education, life skills, and media.

What if you don’t live in the Wayne-Westland Community Schools attendance area? Wayne-Westland Community Schools offers a school of choice program for kindergarten through high school, welcoming families from across Wayne County and surrounding areas.

Mark your calendar for Kindergarten Round Up on March 13. We can’t wait to meet you!

Sincerely,

Catherine Cost, Ed.D.
Interim Superintendent

All current 5th-grade families are invited to attend middle school transition night at one of our three middle schools. Meet the staff, tour the school, learn about middle school clubs and sports and leave with school swag.

We are looking for the Class of 2039! If you have an incoming Young 5s or kindergarten student, we hope you will join us at Kindergarten Round Up at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 2026 at one of the following elementary schools:

• Edison Elementary School, 34505 Hunter, Westland, 48185

• Elliott Elementary School, 30800 Bennington, Westland, 48186

• Graham Elementary School, 1255 S. John Hix, Westland, 48186

• Hamilton Elementary School, 1031 Schuman, Westland, 48186

• Hicks Elementary School, 100 Helen, Inkster, 48141

• Roosevelt-McGrath Elementary School, 36075 Currier, Wayne, 48184

• Schweitzer Elementary School, 2601Treadwell, Westland, 48186

• Taft-Galloway Elementary School, 4035 Gloria, Wayne, 48184

• Walker-Winter Elementary School, 39932 Michigan Avenue, Canton, 48188

• Wildwood Elementary School, 500 N. Wildwood, Westland, 48185

Are you looking for a high-quality, free preschool program for your four-year-old?

Wayne-Westland Community Schools proudly offers the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP), a state-funded preschool program designed to prepare children for kindergarten success. This full-day program meets four days a week and focuses on building early literacy, math, and social-emotional skills in a nurturing, engaging environment. Families are invited to attend our

Enrollment Fair from

9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on

Friday, March 13, 2026, at

Staff will be available to answer questions, help determine eligibility, and assist families with the enrollment process.

To learn more, please complete the interest form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeWc-Y2bK1qVS4_Hju0GDybHRGkqQrfxJ_mxX4l9VZ7hjkNlQ/viewform

Wayne-Westland Community Schools will participate in the 2026–2027 Intra-County Schools of Choice program for non-resident students.

Under Michigan’s Section 105c Schools of Choice guidelines, students may apply to enroll in a public school district located within a different intermediate school district, as long as the two intermediate districts share a common boundary.

The application window for the 2026–2027 school year is March 2, 2026, through August 28, 2026.

Application Requirements

All applicants are required to submit the following:

• A two-year behavior report (Grades 1–12)

• An Affirmation of Prior Discipline form, completed by both the parent/guardian and the student’s previous school

• The most recent report card (Grades 6–8) or high school transcript (Grades 9–12)
  
  

Please note: Families are responsible for transportation to and from school.

For additional information about eligibility or the application process, please contact the Curriculum and Instruction Office at 734-419-2083.

We hope you will join us for an important discussion about social media and children. Learn how you can protect your children while they are online.

Do you know a Wayne-Westland Community Schools staff member who consistently goes above and beyond to make a difference for our students, families, or community? Maybe it’s a teacher who inspires a love of learning, a bus driver who greets every child with a smile, or a custodian who takes extra care to keep our schools welcoming and safe.

Help us recognize these outstanding individuals by submitting a nomination for the GEM (Going the Extra Mile) Award!

The GEM Award honors staff members who demonstrate dedication, kindness, and a commitment to excellence in everything they do. It’s one way we can celebrate the people who make Wayne-Westland such a special place to learn and grow.

Submit your nomination today!