Woodland Park Academy

Dear Woodland Park Academy Families,

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! We are excited to welcome our students back for another year of learning, growth, and connection.

At Woodland Park Academy, we believe in partnering with families to provide diverse educational opportunities that inspire our students to change the world. Together—as families, students, and staff—we bring that vision to life.

This year brings exciting changes to WPA! We are pleased to welcome several new staff members to our incredible team, and we look forward to unveiling a fresh new look throughout the school.

Please join us for our Pop In for Popsicles event on August 26 from 5–7 p.m. Visit your child’s classroom to meet their teacher, then stop by the gym to enjoy a popsicle, browse our dress code swap, and connect with WPA staff and community partners.

Before the first day of school, please complete your child’s registration in ParentVUE. Registration must be completed before your child can begin school. The ParentVue and StudentVue App has been updated. Please follow these DIRECTIONS to download the new app on your phone.

I am looking forward to an outstanding year and to working together to make it a successful and rewarding experience for every student.

Warmly,

Mrs. Martin
Principal

August 26 Pop in for Popsicles 5-7 pm

August 31 1st Day of School (8:00 am-3:15 pm)

September 4 No School

September 7 No School

September 8 PTO Meeting @ 4 pm in Room 11 (All parents welcome!)

September 9 FIRST Late Start Wednesday (School begins at 9:30 am)

September 15 Picture Day

The Online Registration (OLR) for 2026-2027 is now available in Synergy for parents and guardians to review and complete for the upcoming year. Ensure your student's information is accurate, update emergency contacts, and adjust preferences regarding information or media releases.

• This process is most easily completed using a desktop or laptop.
• All families--Please complete by August 30th.

Select "Online Registration" and click "Open Online Registration." On a PC, the Online Registration tab can be found in the upper right-hand corner of the ParentVue Homepage.

If you have an Existing ParentVue Synergy Account;

Go to your account and update your child(ren)'s information.

ParentVue Homepage: https://parentvue.geneseeisd.org/wpa/PXP2_Login.aspx

To Create a New Parent Portal Account;

If you are a new family or have not activated your ParentVue account, look for an email from Synergy Parent Vue with personalized information to set up your account. ***CHECK YOUR SPAM***

If you are having difficulty, please contact the office at (810) 695-4710 or email info@wp-academy.org and we will be happy to assist you.

If your family has gently worn, clean clothing to donate, bring it during the event or drop it off beforehand.

Late Start Wednesday Hours: 9:30 am-3:15 pm. Doors open at 9:15 am. Drop off for morning care @ 7:45 am-9:00 am. No drop-offs between 9:00-9:15 am.

School Starts: 9:30 am-3:15 pm

Doors Open at 9:15 am

On Late Start Wednesdays, busses will run 1.5 hours later than normal pick-up times.

If your child will require morning care on Late Start Wednesdays, please register your child by completing the form and turning it in to the office. Care will be provided in the morning. Drop off @ 7:45 am-9:00 am.

Late Start Wednesdays Morning Care Registration Form

The first Late Start Date is Wednesday, September 9th, and almost every Wednesday afterward. All 2026-2027 dates for Late Start are listed on the school calendar.

***NOTE--October 7, 2026 is COUNT DAY. This is a full day of school. All students must attend school this day or provide a note from a doctor.

Pick up and Drop Off: Drop off begins at 7:45 am. Dismissal begins at 3:15. Buses are loaded and dismissed first. Car dismissal begins immediately afterward. Two lines will be formed around the parking lot. Staff will escort students out of and into vehicles. You will receive a car sign to keep in your vehicle with your child(ren)’s names. A staff member will use this sign to dismiss students from their classrooms. Please remain in your vehicle throughout the dismissal process.

*Please reserve the lane closest to the school building for 4 busses to load and unload. Loading Zone is highlighted in GREEN. Pull up to Main Entrance to begin the Drop Off line.

Important Dismissal Safety: The office and your child’s teacher need to know how your child will be going home each day. If your child changes his or her normal dismissal plan, please inform the office and his/her teacher IN ADVANCE via phone call, signed note, and/or email. Your child’s safety is VERY important to us.

Woodland Park contracts busing services with MTA. We have 4 busses this year.

• $10 per student per month

• Please see the Interactive Bus Map

• Register your child for a bus stop by filling out the BUS REGISTRATION FORM
• The First month's payment must be made to be registered for the bus.

Bus Payments can be;

-Paid Online with a credit card through Square: https://woodland-park-academy.square.site/

-Paid in office

-Mailed to Office: Woodland Park Academy

Attn: Bus Billing

2083 E Grand Blanc Rd.

Grand Blanc MI 48439

If you have questions, please call the office at (810) 695-4710 or email Ms. Meghan:

mgauvreau@wp-academy.org

*If you are interested in sponsoring a student for bus fees @ $10/month, please contact our main office or email info@wp-academy.org. (810) 695-4710

If your child is riding the MTA bus, download "LIFE360" to their phone so you know where they are and how close they are to their stop.

Please add MTA's dispatch number to your phone 810-780-8917. This number is helpful to have if your child's bus is running behind. The operator will need to know your student's bus route and stop name to assist you.

Woodland Park Academy will begin our 3rd year with the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) for 4 year old students! Our GSRP program is FULL for the 2026-2027 year!

Begins September 8, 2026

Hours: 8:00 am-3:15 pm

Monday-Thursdays (NO GSRP on Fridays)

Lead Teacher: Mrs. Halle Phillips

Associate Teacher: Ms. Liz

School Day: Students will participate in the Creative Curriculum program to prepare for Kindergarten!

Applications: Visit www.591kids.org to get started with the application for enrollment!

• K-2nd Grade Supplies

• 3rd-5th Grade Supplies

• 6th-8th Grade Supplies

Woodland Park offers alternative clothing options to the regular dress code during the week for students.

Spirit wear is available for purchase through the Great Put On. Order by September 11th. Spirit wear will be delivered 2-3 weeks after the order is placed. https://woodlandpark26.itemorder.com/shop/sale/

Students may bring their phones to school however, they must be powered down throughout the school day (7:45-3:15 pm). Please support this policy by calling the office if you need to communicate with your child or get a message to them.

Students will be required to house their phones in a secure classroom location. Students not following this policy will be required to turn phones into the office daily among other consequences.

The new school year is approaching quickly, and with that comes the Woodland Park Fall Sports Season! We are still looking for volleyball coaches for both our JV and Varsity teams. If you know someone who may be interested, please let us know!

Be on the lookout for 4th-8th grade Volleyball and 4th-8th grade Flag Football Tryout information coming soon!

Additionally, if your 4th-8th grade student plans to participate in any sport this year, please consider scheduling their sports physical now! All sports require an up to date sports physical signed by a doctor, and it can be difficult to schedule appointments once the school year starts. Please use this form at your appointment.

• Bring your class school supplies.
• Wear dress code.
• Bring your positive attitude! Come to class prepared and ready to learn!
• Make sure you know how you are getting home.

Are you getting picked up in a car? Who is picking me up?

ALL students enrolled at our school can receive (1) healthy breakfast and (1) lunch at NO CHARGE each day.

Little Caesar's Pizza every Monday!

Bridges After School Program provides students with extended day opportunities that may include crafts, music, play, and more.

Begins: Tuesday, September 8th

Mondays-Fridays After School until- 5:45 pm

Register for Bridges by completing the attached form and submitting it to Mr. Bishop at Open House (August 26 from 5-7 pm).

Pick Up: The program runs until 5:45 pm. All students must be picked up no later than 5:45 pm. Excessive late pick-ups (3 times) will result in dismissal from the program.

Capacity: No limit

WPA SQUARE LINK HERE

In accordance with the State of Michigan laws, and in the best interest of our families, we have implemented the following updates to our Medication Administration Policy. Please note that ALL medication (Prescription and Non-Prescription) taken during school hours requires the school receive written authorization from BOTH the parent and the doctor, as well as instructions for administering the medication and dosage.

HERE is a copy of the required form for all school-administered medication.

If your student is currently taking medication, under a physician's direction, please fill out the form and turn it into the office with the medication. A parent or guardian must drop off the medication. Medication cannot be sent in a backpack.

Please find a copy linked below;

Allergy/Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan

Asthma Action Plan

Medication Authorization Form

Emergency Contact Form (Student information form)

Michigan law requires that all students attending school have a current and up-to-date immunization record on file. This applies to all incoming kindergarten students, 7th-grade students, and any students transferring into the district (see attached document for details).

Your child’s immunizations must be current for Woodland Park Academy's Fall 2025 submission to the Michigan Care Improvement Registry (MCIR). Please ensure all records are updated no later than September 18, 2026 to avoid interruption in school attendance.

If your child needs immunizations or a certified “waiver,” please contact Bill Smith at the Genesee County Health Department at 810-237-4546 to schedule an appointment.

Dear Parents and Guardians:

Please complete the form and return it to Woodland Park Academy. The Education Benefits Form collects the information needed to ensure the school receives state and federal funds for education programs. Without this info, Woodland Park Academy could lose vital money for school programs that our students need. These programs offer support and services for our students, including, but not limited to:

• Teaching staff (ex., reading tutors, math tutors, academic & behavior aids)

• Teaching supplies

• Counselors and social workers

• School nurses

• Training for staff

• Parent and community engagement supplies and events

• Chromebooks and iPads

Why does Woodland Park Academy need my info? Data on the Education Benefits Form determines the eligibility of a student. The total number of eligible students is used to determine how much money will be provided to your school. The more forms collected the better.

What do I need to do? Please complete the attached form and return it to Woodland Park Academy.

Will this form be secure? Yes, information shared is private.

What else is my student eligible for? Based on the information you gave on your Education Benefits Form, your child may qualify for other programs such as:

• Food support

• Field trip support

• Holiday support

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Martin at (810) 695-4710.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvW0Gh1CoKNpIgImHvtg-XDeDzHyf1CYZoRHgyn-1eR9HjbQ/viewform

Substitute Teachers

We are looking to build a pool of substitute teachers. If you are interested in being a substitute at WPA, please follow the directions on the link below. 60+ college credit hours are required for a substitute permit.

https://www.woodlandparkacademy.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=2933762&type=d&pREC_ID=2338217

Email: info@wp-academy.org
Website: www.woodlandparkacademy.org
Location: Woodland Park Academy, East Grand Blanc Road, Grand Blanc, MI, USA
Phone: (810) 695-4710
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woodlandparkacademy
Twitter: @woodland_park_academy