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Gator Playbook

West Riverside Elementary's Weekly Newsletter

Gator Playbook West Riverside Elementary's Weekly Newsletter
Gator PlaybookWest Riverside Elementary's Weekly Newsletter

August 7, 2026 August 7, 2026

We loved seeing you all at Orientation on Thursday! The excitement for the new school was palpable. We are eagerly anticipating Monday morning - the first day of school! Here are some quick reminders for this week:


  • The doors will open at 8:00 a.m. Parents/guardians may walk their child to class on the first two days of school. Wednesday is independence day, which means students walk into the building independently.
  • During the first week, students may get breakfast between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m.
  • Remember to remind your student and tell the teacher their dismissal mode (car rider, walker, bike rider, bus rider, Extended Day).
  • Car riders - Please display your PikMyKid tag in the dashboard of your car.
  • Walkers - For the safety of everyone, please do not park on the grass.
  • Tuesday Folders (home-school communication folders) will come home on Tuesday, August 11. There are important forms and flyers in the folder, so please check it and return any necessary paperwork.
  • School supplies that were ordered through PTA have been delivered to classrooms!
  • VPK parents must walk in the building and sign in/out their student daily.

Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

Check out the August 2026 Calendar!

August 2026 Calendar
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WRES Spirit Shirts & Hoodies WRES Spirit Shirts & Hoodies

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WRES Spirit Shirts & Hoodies - English

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WRES Spirit Shirts & Hoodies - Spanish

Student Handbook Student Handbook

Parents, please take a moment to read through the Student Handbook. It has all the information you need regarding school policies and procedures. We encourage you to review the behavioral expectations with your student.
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School Supply Lists School Supply Lists

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Pre-K Supply List

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Kindergarten Supply List

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First Grade Supply List

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Second Grade Supply List

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Third Grade Supply List

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Fourth Grade Supply List

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Fifth Grade Supply List

Back to School Block Party Back to School Block Party

If you are in need of school supplies, check out the opportunity below.

Back to School Block Party
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Bus Registration Bus Registration

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Bus Registration is Open!

If your child will be riding the school bus during the 2026–2027 school year, now is the time to register! All students, including returning riders, must register for transportation each school year through your Parent FOCUS Account.

Registering early helps ensure your child's transportation is ready for the first day of school.

Register here:

https://dcps.duvalschools.org/page/bus-registration

Extended Day Registration Extended Day Registration

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Registration for the 2026–2027 DCPS Extended Day Program opens Monday, July 13 at 8:00 a.m.

If your child will need before or after school care, we encourage you to register as soon as registration opens. Programs fill quickly, and space is limited.

https://dcps.duvalschools.org/page/extended-day

Now Enrolling! Now Enrolling!

West Riverside Elementary Dual Language Magnet Program
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We are enrolling! For more information, contact the school at 904-381-3900, or the DCPS Enrollment Office at 904-390-2082.

Safety Safety

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Keep our school safe! To report suspicious or dangerous activity, go to getfortifyfl.com.

Contact Information Contact Information

Principal: Amber McCormick

Email: stillsona@duvalschools.org

Assistant Principal: Kiana McAlister

Email: mcalisterk@duvalschools.org
Website: https://www.duvalschools.org/o/wres
Location: 2801 Hershel Street, Jacksonville, FL 32205
Phone: 904-381-3900
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WRESJacksonville

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