Friday, April 10th

Dear Parents, Students, and Staff,

On Wednesday evening, our district was notified that our current communication system, InTouch, will cease operations at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 10. This includes robocalls, emails, and text messages.

Our district has relied on InTouch for several years to communicate important information with families and staff. We are taking immediate steps to ensure communication continues with as little disruption as possible.

Here is what you can expect moving forward.

• Elementary & Middle Schools:
  We currently use Class Dojo in these buildings and are working to expand its capabilities to include robocalls and SMS/text messaging. Moving forward, all communication will come through Class Dojo.
  

• High Schools:
  We are in the process of implementing Class Dojo for the next school year. Until then, all communication will be sent directly from building administrators via email.

We are committed to making this transition as smooth as possible. Thank you for your understanding, flexibility, and continued support.

Saturday, April 18th - Wildwood Soccer Games - See Schedule

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Monday, April 20th - King Pancake Day

Thursday, April 23rd - First Grade Pajama Party Concert at 4:30pm

Friday, April 24th - Slime Ms. Babyak - ALL Students that Turned in All Four Reading Logs

Saturday, April 25th - Wildwood Soccer Games - See Schedule

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Wednesday, April 29th - No School - Professional Development Day

Saturday, May 2nd - Wildwood Soccer Games - See Schedule

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School of Choice

Application window will be open from February 23, 2026 through March 20, 2026.

Grades: K-12th

No Waiting List

ICSOC, Intra-County School of Choice

Application window will be open from March 2, 2026 through August 28, 2026.

Grades K-12th

We need to postpone the Valentine's Day concert for our 2nd and 3rd grade students due to a family emergency. We will update you when we have more information! Thank you for your understanding!

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!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

This communication is an effort to inform ALL Wayne-Westland families of our desire to improve district wide student attendance. We know how important every school day is for your child’s success—academically, socially, and emotionally. Regular attendance builds strong learning habits, positive relationships, and a sense of belonging.

However, when a student misses too much school—even for excused reasons—it can have a lasting impact. In education, we use the term chronic absenteeism to describe students who miss 10% or more of the school year (that’s about 18 days in a typical 180-day year).

Why it matters:

• Chronically absent students often struggle to keep up with lessons and fall behind academically.

• Regular attendance supports better reading, math, and social skills.

• Good attendance helps students feel a sense of belonging and more connected to their teachers and peers.

How families can help:

• Set a regular routine for bedtime and morning preparations.

• Schedule appointments after school hours whenever possible.

• Communicate with the school if your child must be absent—our staff can help identify support or resources if needed.

• Monitor attendance through the parent portal or contact the school office for updates.

• Report absences to the attendance phone line or your Parent Connect portal.
  
  

Every day in school matters, and we are here to partner with you to help your child succeed. If your family is facing challenges that make attendance difficult, please contact your child’s school secretary or attendance monitor for assistance. You can also contact our Family Resource Center at FRC@wwcsd.net or 734-419-2709 if you need resources for clothing, medical, or mental health services. For child care needs, please contact Champions at www.discoverchampions.com or by calling (248) 222-1710. You may inquire about childcare assistance provided by the state.

Together, we can find solutions.

Thank you for your continued support in ensuring every student learns, grows, and thrives every day.

Warm regards,
Dr. Angela Jefferson
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment

If your student arrives to school after 10:30 am we can not add on an extra slice of pizza on due to the time we need to place the order. Thank you for understanding!

Did you know that good attendance is one of the strongest predictors of academic achievement — even in the early elementary years? Miss just 2 days each month? That’s 18 days a year — nearly a full month of school!

🧠 The Academic Impact Is Real 🧠

When students are present:
✅ They learn foundational literacy and math skills in order
✅ They participate in hands-on activities and discussions
✅ They form strong bonds with classmates and trusted adults
✅ They build classroom confidence and routine

But when children are absent:
⚠️ Important skills may be missed
⚠️ It’s harder to feel caught up
⚠️ Learning gaps can grow wider
⚠️ School can feel more stressful instead of fun

Together, we can help every student build consistent habits and a love for learning that will last a lifetime. Let’s make everyday count because every moment matters at Wildwood! 🐾❤️

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

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!

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!

Click below to see some Wildwood gear from Game One! Any items purchased will be sent directly to your home address that you provide!

Want to stay up to date with all of the amazing things happening with our Wildwood Student Council? Please do us a favor and go LIKE our Facebook page it so you'll see all of the hard work they are up to. This year you'll see fundraisers, community events, activities and MORE! The link to follow along is below. You don't want to miss it!

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