Wildwood Weekly

This coming Friday (12/12/25), Trimester 1 report cards will be sent home with students. This checkpoint presents a wonderful opportunity for you to sit down with your child, reflect on the progress, celebrate successes, and make plans for improvement.

I would like to take a moment to emphasize the importance of reviewing the EFFORT grades on your child's report card. Consistent EFFORT, over time, is the most trustworthy predictor of academic success and personal growth.

Here's a general interpretation of E (Excellent), S (Satisfactory), and N (Needs Improvement) for effort grades:

1. E (Excellent): This grade typically indicates that the student consistently puts forth a high level of effort in their citizenship, work and study habits, and academic work. They actively participate in class, complete assignments with care, and demonstrate a strong commitment to learning. Students earning an E for effort are proactive in seeking help when needed and consistently go above and beyond expectations.

2. S (Satisfactory): A grade of S suggests that the student puts in an acceptable amount of effort. They complete assignments on time, engage in class activities, and demonstrate a satisfactory level of commitment to their studies. While they may not consistently go above and beyond, their effort is solid and meets the expected standard.

3. N (Needs Improvement): An N indicates that the student's effort in their academic work falls below the expected standard. This could mean they are struggling to complete assignments, lack engagement in class activities, show inconsistency in their commitment to learning, or need frequent reminders related to citizenship and work and study habits. Students with an N for effort might benefit from additional support, encouragement, or strategies to enhance their work habits.

When your child brings home their Trimester 1 report card on Friday (12/12/25), we encourage you to review and discuss all effort and academic grades with your child, acknowledging their hard work and commitment. Together, let's celebrate not just the outcomes but also the journey of learning. Thank you for your continued support in fostering a positive and encouraging learning environment for our students.

Warmly,

Mr. Lynch

In an EFFORT to recognize and reward students for excellent effort and academic achievement, Wildwood's report card recognition system will continue to include:

• Academic Honor Roll: All A's and B's (4th and 5th Grades only)
• Work Habits Honor Roll: An "E" mark for work habits (Kindergarten - 5th Grade)
• Citizenship Honor Roll: An "E" mark for citizenship ( Kindergarten - 5th Grade)

EXCELLENT Work Habits, Citizenship, and Academics take time and practice to develop. If your child does not earn one of these awards during the first trimester, we encourage you to have a constructive conversation with your child to determine what steps they can take to improve.

If your child DOES comes home on Friday with one (or more) of these award certificates in their report card envelope, we encourage you to celebrate this special achievement with them.

December, 2025

10: PTA Executive Board Meeting at 6:00pm

12: Spelling Bee Assembly at 8:15am (Grades 2-5)

15: Chorus Assemblies (Gr. TK-2 @ 8:30am, Gr. 3-5 @ 9am)

16: PTA Restaurant Day at 3 Amigos (10:30am-9:00pm)

17: Gr. 1-3 Rams Readers Assembly (10:10-11:10am)

18: Chorus Winter Concert at 6:30pm

19: Pep Rally at 8:15am, School Tour at 9am & Lunch with the Principal

12/20-1/4: No School - Winter Break

January, 2026

5: School Resumes at Wildwood (No school for MS and HS students)

12: Strings Winter Assembly (Grades 2-5) from 2:00-2:30pm

12: Strings Concert for Families at 6:00pm

14: PTA Executive Board Meeting at 6:00pm

16: Winter V.I.P. Lunch

19: NO SCHOOL - MLK Jr. Day

21: Band Winter Assembly (Grades 2-5) at 2:00pm

22: PTA General Association Meeting at 5:30pm in the MPR

26: 5th Grade Fulcrum Field Trip

27: School Site Council Meeting from 4-5pm

30: Pep Rally at 8:15am, School Tour at 9am & Lunch with the Principal

Helpful LINKS

Wildwood Important Dates and Events 2025-2026

Wildwood Bell Schedule

Wildwood Website Home Page

CVUSD School Year Calendar
CVUSD website

Do you like taking pictures or organizing online photo albums? Sarah Casey is looking for a couple folks to start learning the yearbook program as this is her last year as a parent at Wildwood. If you are interested in learning more information, please reach out to Sarah at Sarahbsheppard@hotmail.com.

Thanks! ~ Your Wildwood PTA

Our Wildwood PTA website is up and running and is the place to purchase Wildwood created Spirit Wear. Some sizes have been re-stocked, so take a look and get your shirt today- supplies are limited. Please note: all t-shirt purchases are online only and not available in the office.

We had a wonderful time practicing ways to respect ourselves and others during Inclusive Schools Week. We played games, read stories, watched videos, and participated in activities that helped us learn how to value our unique differences and see how they can be leveraged to create a more welcoming and inclusive community.

Many thanks to the 5th grade students who culminated the week by visiting classes to read to their younger schoolmates. We're proud of the way our older students mentor, model and care for the Tigers who follow in their footsteps.

Join me in thanking our campus supervisors, our P.E. staff, our office staff, our teachers, our parent volunteers, and the students for their efforts in making Inclusive Schools Week such a great success.

This coming Friday (12/12/25), our 9 Spelling Bee Finalists will compete in our 2025-2026 School Spelling Bee at 8:15am in the Wildwood MPR. We wish all our terrific spellers the best of luck, L-U-C-K, luck!

Get cozy, Wildwood! Our next Spirit Day is PJ’s and Stuffies Day. Students are invited to wear their favorite pajamas and bring a small stuffy to school (no bigger than a backpack). It’s a fun, comfy way to head into winter break with plenty of Wildwood spirit!

Book & Math Materials Organizer:

Support classroom learning by keeping our shared Bookroom and math materials organized and easy to find. Perfect for someone who enjoys tidying, sorting, and creating order. Volunteer anytime between 8am–4pm, one to two hours weekly. (Note: We are thankful to have secured one volunteer for this task, and we are hoping to secure a few more)

CREATE Program Volunteer:

Help bring creativity to life! Supervise students during the CREATE program on Wednesdays from 9:15–10:45am. Set out recyclable building materials for students to design and invent during morning recess, then help tidy up afterward. Volunteer weekly, every other week, or once a month.

DAC Representative Substitute:

Our current AADAC and GATEDAC representative may be unable to attend monthly meetings for the next few months, so we are currently seeking a substitute who can attend these meetings and send the meeting notes to the Wildwood School Site Council (SSC) team. Please take a look at THIS DAC Meeting Calendar if you are interested in lending a hand.

Please contact the school office at kmeyer@conejousd.org or 805-492-3531 to express interest or to learn more about any of these opportunities.

Wildwood Elementary has an official presence on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Click on each image below to access Wildwood's social media accounts. Be sure to like and follow to get an inside peek into daily happenings at Wildwood through videos, images, and reminders which are posted weekly by our Wildwood social media manager.

My mother always told me "Many hands make light work", and that's certainly true in education. We want you on campus with us! All adults entering the campus during school hours must sign in electronically with their picture ID in the front office and obtain a visitor or volunteer badge/sticker to be worn at all times while on campus. All volunteers who work with students must have a current TB test or a Risk Assessment Questionnaire on file as well. If you would like to volunteer on campus, and we hope you do, please complete and return the Volunteer Registration Authorization Packet that will be sent home with students on the first day of school. Attach a copy of your license/ID to the packet, or we will make a copy for you in the office on your first visit.

If your child will be absent or arriving late for any reason, please remember to call our office or leave a message on our attendance line at (805) 492-3531 before 8:30am. Be sure to state the date and reason for your child’s absence or late arrival, and your child’s teacher or room number. Any unexcused absence is counted as a truancy. Students are allowed only three truancies per year before action is taken. Planning ahead with your child will also help to avoid unnecessary tardiness. Students who arrive on time feel better about themselves and perform better in the classroom.

Please click the "Digital Backpack" image to check if any new community fliers have been posted recently. Not all fliers will appear as images in our Wildwood Weekly newsletter, and we don't want you to miss out on community events, classes, or opportunities that are of interest to you. Fliers are organized under three tabs:

• School-Connected Organizations and Governmental Agencies
• Non-Profit Groups
• All Other Groups

From time to time, individuals or groups in the community will distribute information and advertisements to parents/guardians on the public sidewalks during school arrival or dismissal. This information is not affiliated or endorsed by Wildwood Elementary and CVUSD. Any approved communications (i.e. announcements, fliers) from Wildwood Elementary and CVUSD will be provided directly from the school to you via email, or given to your students to take home. If you ever are unsure whether or not materials are from Wildwood Elementary and CVUSD, please do not hesitate to contact the front office.

Email: klynch@conejousd.org

Website: www.conejousd.org/wildwood

Location: 620 Velarde Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA, USA

Phone: 805-492-3531

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Twitter: @WildwoodTigers