The Spartan Family Newsletter

Dear Parents and Guardians,
I want to keep all of you posted on a new statewide policy that Governor Whitmer just signed this month. Next school year, 2026-2027, cell phones will be banned in school classrooms.
"Starting next school year, Michigan will have a new statewide policy banning smartphone use in classrooms, following in the footsteps of many states that have enacted similar restrictions with the goal of limiting digital distractions from learning, and addressing cyberbullying."

We will be working on how this looks over the summer and keep all of you posted. I know that it's only February, but I am trying to keep you posted as soon as possible. They have not released what will happen if a school does not comply with this new policy, but we will be following it.

"If a school fails to comply, while no specific penalties are currently detailed, they risk failing to meet state requirements, potentially losing out on improved, focused, and safer learning environments".

As always, if you ever have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

I would like to congratulate our 2026 Homecoming Court.

Prince and Princess: Carson Walls and Quinn Heyob

Freshman Reps: Benjamin Leininger and Ayrias Bertram

Sophomore Reps: Jayden Justice and Lillyana Burleson

Junior Reps: Leon Ayers and Madison Brockway

Senior Reps:
Jacob Boltz and Kiya Kehle

Gabe Stiver and Kaylee McManus

Seth Williams and Amy Hardy

Our Senior King and Queen are..... Seth Williams and Kaylee McManus.

Congratulations again to all of our Homecoming Court!!

Our homecoming dance was a great success! Though we didn't have as many students as I would like to see there, we had a really good crowd. Great students!! As I look to the future of Waldron, I would love to provide more opportunities like this for our students. Thank you to Mrs. Crist and the Student Council for putting all of it together!!

As of now, we aren't exactly sure how many days we will need to make up from all of the days that we had to take off this year. The State gives us 6 and we can apply for an additional 3, which we have applied already. Due to so many Michigan schools being in the same situation as us, we are hopeful that the state will give us a few more. Once we know what we need to do for any possible make up days, I will let you know.

We have secured a great assembly for our students! I am very excited to announce that we have Motivational Speaker, Basketball Jones coming to Waldron on March 3rd!! I have had the opportunity see him before and it was a phenomenal assembly for students.
Here is his website if you'd like to look into him: https://www.jimbasketballjones.com/

We will have a Waldron PTT meeting at 5:30 on Wednesday, February 18th. We will also be doing popcorn sales on Friday, February 20th.

Our Waldron PTT will be holding a Pasta Fundraiser Feb. 2nd - 27th

All of our students, 4th grade and attended a virtual OK2Say presentation. I've heard a lot of positive responses from students. I hope that they came home and discussed it with you. For those who were able to attend our parent presentation, thank you and I hope that you got a lot out of it. Below are several way to contact them if you ever need to.

OK2SAY is a 24/7 confidential safety tipline for reporting threats against students or schools. Contact them by phone at 855-565-2729, text at 652729, email at okaytosay@mi.gov, the OK2SAY app, or via their website.

Breakfast & Lunch are both free to ALL students.

Served in the cafeteria.

Breakfast 7:40 - 8:05

Lunch H.S. 11:10 - 11:40

M.S. 11:40 - 12:10

Elem. 12:10 - 12:40

Waldron’s Sports – 02/16 - 02/20

Monday (02/16) – JH Girls Basketball @ Jackson Christian at 5:30

Tuesday (02/17) – HS Boys Basketball @ North Central (Pioneer, OH) at 6pm

Wednesday (02/18) – JH Girls Basketball @ Litchfield at 5:30pm

Thursday (02/19) – HS Boys Basketball @ Fayette (OH) at 6pm

Friday (02/20) –

For this week's staff member highlight, I am happy to highlight.... Parrish Evers. Mr. Evers is a proud 1989 graduate of Waldron High School. After HS, Mr. Evers attended Indiana University where he earned a degree in Sports Communication.

Mr. Evers joined the Waldron staff as a full-time custodian in 2019 where he does a great job ensuring our facilities are ready for our students every day.

Mr. Evers has an awesome history of coaching at Waldron:

• 31 Seasons as the P.A. Announcer for Waldron Football.

• 26 Seasons with the Girls Basketball coaching staff (Assistant, JV, and Varsity).

• 11 Seasons as an Assistant Coach for Softball.

• 2 Seasons on the Boys Basketball coaching staff.

When he isn't at the school, he stays busy with his favorite hobbies and family. He's been married to his wife, Barb, for three years. He is the proud father of four sons, has one daughter-in-law and another one on the way, and one beautiful granddaughter.

Mr. Evers enjoys golfing, working on the farm, solving puzzles, or getting lost in a good book. He is also an avid Chicago Cubs fan along with all sports in general.

Thank you for all that you do Mr. Evers!!

February 16 - No School - Staff PD

February 18 - School Board Mtg

February 26 - Reading Night

March 3 - Basketball Jones Assembly

March 6 - End of 3rd Marking Period

March 19 - Parent/Teacher Conferences

March 20 - Half Day

March 23-27 - No School - Spring Break

April 3 - No School - Good Friday

April 6 - No School - Possible weather make up day

May 1- Last day of school for Seniors

May 7 - Half Day - Exams

May 8 - Half Day - Exams

May 14 - Senior Night

May 17 - Graduation

May 22 - Half Day

May 25 - No School - Memorial Day

June 3 - Half Day- Last day of School

Waldron Senior Night has been scheduled in the Multi-Purpose room for Thursday May 14th at 7pm.

If you are interested in volunteering with the Waldron Boosters, please let me know and I will put you in contact with them. They are a great group of people who do a lot of work for our school and students.

If you are late dropping off your student, after 8am, please be sure to drop them off at the front door. All other doors will be locked at 8am and with it getting so cold out, we can't have any students standing at the door waiting for someone to come let them in. Thank you for help with this.

Our elementary students are still going outside for recess, please ensure that they are bringing appropriate clothing for the cold temperatures. If you need any hats, gloves, coats for your child please contact Mr. Furtney

We are so glad to have you visit and hope you feel welcomed in our building! To best ensure the safety of our students and staff and maintain the daily flow, we have a couple of important requests for visitors:

When you arrive, please use the front doors to check in and sign out at the main office.

Please do not leave your vehicle unattended in the front bus loop during the busy morning drop-off or afternoon dismissal times. We need to keep this lane clear for our buses to maneuver safely and efficiently.

Your cooperation with these small matters is greatly appreciated!

The class of 2027 advisor is in need of some additional volunteers. There are many opportunities to support your students. The money raised goes towards their Prom, graduation, and senior trip. Even if your student doesn't plan on attending the senior trip, they could definitely use the help to raise funds for prom and graduation. If you are interested, please contact their class advisor, Diane Evers. Phone - (517)260-2291. Email - gypsy.snickers@gmail.com