Parent Newsletter
August 1, 2025 ~ Summer Update
October 10, 2026- Week 9
WECS District and WMS School News
Important Dates:
- October 15 : Dine to Donate:at Chipotle
- October 16: Staff Records Day - No Students/End of 1st Quarter
- October 20: Parent Teacher Conferences (2:45pm-6:45pm).
- October 21: Picture Retake Day
- November 3: Staff PD - No Students
- November 14 - Harvest to Holiday Craft Fair:
- November 25-27: Thanksgiving - No School
- November 30: Teacher Comp Day - No School
FUTURE READY FINANCES
The Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools Board of Education has placed a proposed 0.75%
earned income tax on the November 3, 2026, ballot. The outcome will determine whether the
district continues operating two comprehensive high schools or transitions to one.
The proposed 0.75% earned income tax would generate about $14 million a year on a
continuing basis, with roughly $9.6 million for operations and $4.4 million dedicated to
permanent improvements such as buildings, technology, security, and buses. A resident with
$50,000 in active income would pay approximately $375 per year.
An earned income tax is applied to the active income of district residents and does not apply to
passive income, such as Social Security benefits, pensions, capital gains, interest, dividends, or
other investment income.
If the proposed tax is approved, under the district's current plan:
- North and South would continue operating as two comprehensive high schools.
- Other reductions would happen on a more measured timeline.
- We would have more time to evaluate enrollment, building use, and long-term facility needs.
What happens if the earned income tax levy fails? Beginning in the 28-29 school year, the
Board would need to implement the following cost-savings measures:
- Reduction in district staffing to match new footprint
- Consolidation to one high school and one middle school
Full details are available at www.weschools.org/futurereadyfinances.
Parent Teacher Conference Information
The following are links to grade level team information for scheduling conferences. Next Parent Teacher Conferences date is November 12 from 2:45pm-6:45pm.
Grade 6 - Team Tribe
Grade 6 - Team Warriors
Grade 7 - Team Spartans
Grade 7 - Team Vikings
Grade 8 - Team Gladiators
Grade 8 - Team Titans
Art - Ms. Frederick, Ms. Muzina
P.E. - Mr. Corlew, Mr. Gabriel, Mr. Horwath
Music - Ms. Elias, Mr. Tyrrell
Computer/STEAM/Career Connections: Mrs. Smith, Ms. Myers
Spanish: Mrs. Frangioudakis (room 177)
Health/Career Connections - Mr. Force (7th Team Conferences)
Please note, if you would like to meet with your child's related arts teachers, please visit them at the following locations: P.E. (Gymnasium), Music (near the Commons in Music Hallway), Art (Room 192), Computers (Room 120), STEAM (Library), or Spanish (Room 177). If you have any questions or need additional support, please contact our main office at 440-975-3600 or reach out to your child's grade-level team (6-Tribe, 6-Warriors, 7-Spartans, 7-Vikings, 8-Gladiators, or 8-Titans).
North vs. South - Friday Night Lights. A Rivalry Like No Other. An Unforgettable Matchup. OCTOBER 16, 2026
Carter Stadium at North High School is the place to be for this year’s North vs. South Football Game! The stakes are high, the pride runs deep, and bragging rights are on the line! Whether you wear the orange and black or the blue and gray, get ready for an electric night celebrating the tradition, pride, and spirit of W-E.
Additional bleachers will be in place, overflow parking will be available with shuttle service provided by Petermann Transportation, and extra staff will be on hand to help make your game-night experience a great one. Check out the details below, make your plans, and get ready for NORTH vs. SOUTH!
To Purchase Tickets
Visit North's Hometown Ticketing website
Download the Hometown app from the Apple Store or the Google Play Store and search for "Eastlake North High School".
Parking
Handicap parking will be available in the Carter Stadium parking lot
General parking is available in the North High parking lot and in the field between North High and Stevens Blvd.
Staff will help direct parking in the field.
Field parking will only be available weather permitting
NO PARKING along the baseball fields
Overflow parking will be available at the Captain's Stadium Overflow lot located across from Captain's Stadium.
Petermann will be running shuttle buses to and from North High School starting at 5:30pm.
Shuttle will pick up & drop off near the Vine Street entrance/exit to the lot
Parking is also available at Longfellow Elementary.
There is no shuttle from Longfellow to North High School.
General Rules
All OHSAA Fan Code of Conduct Rules apply
Students are not allowed to have backpacks or bags of any kind.
Students must remain on their respective side of the field for the entire game.
Concessions and bathrooms are available on both sides of the stadium.
There is no re-entry
General Information
LiveStream the Game at the Hudl website
Gates will open at 5:30pm
Kickoff is at 7:07pm
WMS Sports Updates
Monday, October 12: 7th and 8th Grade Volleyball CVC Tournament at Perry and Orange (teams must win to advance).
Tuesday, October 13: Cross Country at Willo-Wick – 4:30 PM.
Wednesday, October 14: Volleyball CVC Tournament at Chagrin Falls High School (if teams advance).
Saturday, October 17: Volleyball CVC Tournament at Madison (if teams advance) and Cross Country CVC Championship at Hawken (Boys at 12:30 PM, Girls at 1:15 PM).
Additional Reminders
Fall Sports Awards: Join us on Tuesday, October 20, from 6:00–7:00 PM in the WMS Gymnasium as we celebrate the hard work, growth, and accomplishments of WMS student-athletes and coaches throughout the fall sports season. We look forward to welcoming athletes, families, and supporters for an evening of recognition, celebration, and Rebel spirit!
Girls Basketball Tryouts: Wednesday, October 21, and Thursday, October 22.
Student Spotlight
What an amazing fall sports season, Rebels! WMS cross country, cheerleading, football, and volleyball teams showed tremendous effort, teamwork, and school spirit throughout the season. A special thank you to families for their continued support, encouragement, and dedication to WMS student-athletes. We are incredibly proud of the athletes and coaches for their hard work, commitment, and the way they represented Willoughby Middle School. Thank you to everyone who helped make this a memorable fall season! Way to go, Rebels!💙🤍
Mentor Headlands Beach Clean Up
This past week, 7th grade Willoughby Middle School staff and students visited Mentor Headlands Beach and collaborated with Eriesponsible to clean up Mentor Headlands Beach and support efforts to preserve Lake Erie for future generations. Eriesponsible is a nonprofit environmental organization focused on protecting the lake through education, awareness, and hands-on cleanup. Their efforts include sharing educational resources, and organizing cleanups along shorelines, waterways, and lakebeds.
WMS PTO Information
Our activities are only successful with your HELP! VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED!
- The Warrior Families PTO has been hard at work, creating memorable experiences and supporting our school community!
Hello WMS Families!
Here are the latest updates and upcoming events from your WMS PTO:
Dine to Donate at Chipotle
When: Wednesday, October 14, 4:00-8:00 pm
Details: Take a night off from cooking and support WMS! A portion of all purchases made during the event will go directly back to our school.
Trick-or-Treat Lunchtime Pop-Up
When: Friday, October 30 (during lunch)
Details: The PTO loves surprising our students with fun treats! We are hosting a Halloween pop-up for students during their lunch period.
How to Help: We need volunteers and treat donations to make it special! Sign up to donate or volunteer here
WMS Market Day: Harvest to Holiday
Mark your calendars for our biggest fundraiser of the year!
Date: Saturday, November 14
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Willoughby Middle School
Features: Local vendor marketplace, concessions, 50/50 & basket raffles, student club tables, and more!
School Programs & Supports
WECS Community Activities
Are you looking for activities for your children? Interested in family programs in the community? There are so many options for Willoughby-Eastlake families, such as city departments of recreation, sports teams, scouting, camps and special events in all of our surrounding communities, plus so much more!
Information from approved organizations who host activities for Willoughby-Eastlake youth and the community are posted electronically. Paper flyers from organizations are not sent home with students. To access the flyers, visit the COMMUNITY link on the district and building website pages - Community Activities Flyers
For specific information about the events, you need to contact the sponsoring organization. Flyers are updated periodically during the month so remember to visit often to check for new postings.
Enjoy what our community has to offer!
Main Office Information
✅ CLICK HERE to view WMS Traffic Pattern Maps - Drop Off and PIck Up
✅ CLICK HERE - to access 26-27 Supply List
✅ CLICK HERE - to access 26-27 WE Schools Calendar
✅ Student schedules were released on August 14 in Powerschool. If you have any questions or are in need of support please reach out guidance counselors Michelle Selby (A-L) or Alison Grant (M-Z).
✅ Please take a quick moment each morning to be sure your child has everything they need for the day — lunch, homework, Chromebook, and more. Thank you for your support and teamwork!
✅ Update MyPowerHub
- Parents please make sure to update information in the new MyPowerHub if you have not already done so.
☎️ Attendance Line
Phone Number: 855-612-7207
Use this line for all absences, late arrivals, and early releases.
Follow the prompts to report.
🕑 Early Releases
Please call the main office to report by 1:45 PM. This allows the office time to prepare and send a pass to the student.
🚗 Student Pick-Up
If the person picking up your child is not listed on the student’s contact list please make sure to: call the WMS Main Office (440-975-3600) and email the name of the person picking up. Only the custodial parent/guardian may call the Safe Arrival line to request an early release, must be notified if a student leaves from the Clinic, and must approve any alternate pick-up—being listed as an emergency contact alone does not grant pick-up permission.
Parent Feedback or Suggestions
Do you have any questions, suggestions, or want to thank a staff member? Please fill out the following form/survey: CLICK HERE