Thursday, September 3rd

A friendly reminder to all of our families that there will be no school on Friday, September 4, or Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend and has a safe, relaxing time with family and friends. We look forward to welcoming students back to school on Tuesday, September 8!

The beginning of the school year is the perfect time to establish routines that make getting to school on time easier. Families can help by:

• Set a consistent bedtime and wake-up time. A regular sleep schedule can help students get the rest they need to be ready for school.

• Prepare the night before. Pack backpacks, choose clothes and gather anything your student needs before bedtime.

• Build in extra time. Give your family a few extra minutes in the morning to avoid a rushed start.

• Keep track of important dates. Know the school calendar, including start and end times, half days and scheduled breaks.

Communicate when challenges arise. If transportation, health, family circumstances, or other barriers are making attendance difficult, talk with your school. Your attendance team is here to help.

Friday, September 4th - No School (Labor Day Break)

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Monday, September 7th - No School (Labor Day Break)

Tuesday, September 8th - School Resumes

Friday, September 11th - Detroit Lions Spirit Day

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Monday, September 14th - Dot Day

Tuesday, September 15th - 5th Grade Camp Parent Meeting at 5:00pm

Thursday, September 17th - Constitution Day

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Wednesday, September 23rd - No School, Professional Development Day

Welcome back to a new school year! Our first PTO Fundraiser should be coming to your kiddos today if they haven't already received it. There are so many prizes to win and a grand prize chance to win a new VR Headset. Calendars are due back to your child's teacher by October 1st. We are looking forward to a great school year!

Great news Wildwood! Our volunteer form is now available online, making it easier than ever to sign up and get involved. Please note that you'll still need to upload a picture of your ID as part of your application.

Visit the link below to complete it today! Thank you for helping us create a wonderful environment for our students! You must fill out a new form each school year!

Attendance & Arrival/Dismissal Reminders

Reporting an Absence

• Signing in does not excuse your child’s absence.

• Parents must call the attendance line 734-419-2799 or use ParentConnect to report an absence prior to the absence.

• If your child has an appointment, please provide a doctors note within 24 hours so the absence can be excused.

Arrival

• After 8:30 but before 9:15 a.m. → Tardy

• After 9:15 a.m. → Unexcused Absence

• All late arrivals must be signed in by a parent. Please note: signing in does not excuse the absence/tardy.

Dismissal

• No early dismissals after 2:50 p.m.

• Picked up before 2:35 p.m. → Unexcused Absence

• Picked up after 2:35 p.m. → Tardy

For the safety and comfort of all students, staff, and families, pets are not permitted on school property during school hours, including drop-off and pick-up times. Even the friendliest animals can be unpredictable in a busy school environment. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our campus safe for everyone!

Facebook is Wildwood's only official social media platform, so please make sure you are following along to see updates and announcements! You can click the link below to visit our page!

We would like to remind everyone, to minimize disruptions during the final instructional period of the day, early pick-ups will not be allowed after 3:00 PM. We kindly ask that you plan any necessary early dismissals accordingly.

Also, if you need to change your child’s means of transportation, please call the office directly so that we can ensure the message gets to the correct staff member and student.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a focused and productive learning environment for all our students.

Students that need to receive medication at school need to have the proper paperwork filled out. Even if your student received medication last year, a new form needs to be turned in before medication can be dropped off. Please make arrangements to drop off medication and the supporting documentation to the main office. Medication should not be sent to school along with the student for safety concerns.

Wayne-Westland Community Schools participates in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) as part of the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs. This ensures that ALL enrolled students receive breakfast and lunch at NO CHARGE to your household!

To help us maintain this program, we ask parents and guardians to complete and sign the Education Benefits Form (available on the Meal Magic Family Portal https://waynewestland.familyportal.cloud/) and return it to your child's school as soon as possible.

This form is crucial for your child's school to receive important funding from state and federal programs . Your help makes a big difference!

For any questions or assistance, contact our Food Services Department at 734-419-2118.

The Corewell Health John Glenn Teen Clinic is open! We provide physicals, hearing and vision screenings, immunizations, sick care and asthma management. We will also have mental health services available in the near future. We are grant funded and accept all insurances, however, no patient will be turned away for inability to pay.

The clinic is located at John Glenn High School, 36105 Marquette, Westland, MI.

Wayne-Westland Community Schools has a Family Resource Center (FRC), which provides services to any student/family enrolled in our District, free of cost. Some of the services they provide are essential needs assistance, access to over 700 local resources, a Laundry Assistance Program and material items for those unable to afford them (emergency toiletries, socks/underwear, hats/gloves/scarves, etc.) They can also supply school supplies and backpacks year-round for any WWCS student. Please contact our Family Resource Center at 734-419-2709 or FRC@wwcsd.net. Our FRC also has a Digital Request for Services Form, which can be used to request assistance by filling out a simple form. Please contact the Family Resource Center directly with additional questions regarding their services.

The Wayne-Westland Food Service Department is proud to offer students a variety of delicious yet healthy breakfast and lunch choices. The lunch program uses an efficient point-of-sale swipe card system, significantly reducing wait times and allowing students more time to enjoy their meals.

We offer an extensive selection of additional products for students to purchase during lunch, including beverages, bagged snacks, and desserts. While the selection varies by school and grade level, students can conveniently buy snacks using cash or their student lunch accounts.

Funding the student lunch account is simple through the Meal Magic Family Portal, with detailed instructions provided below. Please note that we currently do not accept credit or debit cards. For any questions or issues regarding purchases or lunch accounts, please email foodservice@wwcsd.net or call the Food Service Department at (734) 419-2118.

If you or a family member are looking for help with mental health or substance use, Care Solace can help you quickly find treatment options matched to your needs regardless of the circumstance. Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential service provided to students, staff, and their families by Wayne-Westland Community School District. Care Solace’s team is available 24/7/365 and can support you in any language.

https://www.caresolace.com/site/wwcsd

Wildwood Elementary School

500 N. Wildwood
Westland, MI 48185

Student Hours

Full Day: 8:30 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.

AM Half Day: 8:30 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.

Phone: 734-419-2790
Fax: 734-419-2627
Attendance Line: 734-419-2799