The Sheiko Weekly Update

Dear Sheiko Families,

What an incredible week we’ve had at Sheiko! From celebrating the 80th day of kindergarten and showing our pride on Lions Spirit Day to enjoying a memorable first-grade social-emotional learning lesson from a puppeteer, it has been a week filled with joy and learning. We also had an exciting IXL party with Mrs. McDowell, hosted a fun PTO skating party, and continued our progress with NWEA testing. It’s safe to say this week has been a whirlwind of activity and growth for our students!

Looking ahead, we are thrilled to join the United We Walk march this Sunday at West Bloomfield Middle School. This meaningful event brings our community together in unity and reflection. We will gather by the Sheiko School sign before the march, which will take place indoors. We hope to see you there as we stand together as a community!

This week's "BIG ANNOUNCEMENT" is that our 5th grade band, orchestra, and choir concert will be on Wednesday, January 22nd at 7 p.m. at West Bloomfield Middle School. All performers should report at 6:30 p.m. Students should look their best for the performance.

Thank you for your continued support in making Sheiko a wonderful place to learn and grow.

Have a great weekend!

Goooooooooooooo Lakers and Goooooooooooooooo Lions!

Warm regards,

Blaine McDowell

JANUARY 20TH- MLK Jr. DAY- NO SCHOOL

JANUARY 22ND- LATE START (school begins at 9:20am)

FEBRUARY 5TH- LATE START (school begins at 9:20am)

FEBRUARY 17th-18th - Mid-Winter Break

FEBRUARY 26TH- LATE START (school begins at 9:20am)

Join us at United We Walk 2 p.m., this Sunday, at WBMS

The 31st annual United We Walk event is at 2 p.m. this Sunday, January 19th in the West Bloomfield Middle School Auditeria, 6000 Orchard Lake Road. Due to inclement weather the march will be held indoors. There will also be multiple student activities and service projects. We hope you will join us in "Continuing the Dream: Building Bridges of Unity."

Learn more about United We Walk on our website or by following United We Walk WB on Instagram or Greater West Bloomfield - United We Walk on Facebook.

Partnership in Action with the Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition

Puppet Problem solvers: Mike Brody and his first grade puppets talked about common scenarios a first grader might face. The puppets shared how they have trouble sharing, sometimes feel left out, feel worried or how they feel when someone is mean to them. Our WBSD first graders gave the puppets amazing advice and the puppets were very appreciative of their support! Thank you to the Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition.

Our PTO meeting on Tuesday, January 21st is at 7pm and is VIRTURAL ONLY. We hope to see you there. Here is the link: https://wbsd-org.zoom.us/j/4211617208

1/28/25 at 6 p.m. in the West Bloomfield Middle School Auditeria, 6000 Orchard Lake Road

This evening is designed for parents and guardians of current 5th grade students who will be entering middle school in the fall of 2025. Come learn about our curriculum, extracurricular opportunities, fine and performing arts, school philosophy and schedule. You will have time to meet staff, ask questions and tour our beautiful, award-winning building.

1/30/25 at 6:30 p.m. in the West Bloomfield Middle School Auditeria, 6000 Orchard Lake Road

Kindergarten Parent Info Night will be 6:30-8 p.m., Thursday, January 30, 2025, at West Bloomfield Middle School's Auditeria, 6000 Orchard Lake Road. Come meet the principals, learn about the curriculum, and ask questions. Our partners the PTOs, West Bloomfield Public Library, and West Bloomfield Parks & Rec will also be there to show how we partner with you to provide a rich educational experience for each individual child. The program starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. this year so please allow time to check in. We can’t wait to see you!

2/5/25 from 6-7 p.m., ACS, 5810 Commerce Road (corner of Commerce & Hiller)

Children are welcome to join parents for this informal WBSD Preschool Pop Up & Play. Get to know our staff and learn more about our amazing preschool options and flexible scheduling. For more information, call 248-865-6466.

Attention 1st - 3rd Grade Parents

FIRST Lego League EXPLORE makes learning STEM and coding skills fun! All skill levels are welcome!

STUDENT SEASON THEME: Using creative thinking and LEGO technology to explore the layers of the ocean as they “sea” into the future.

Click here to view the SUBMERGED Explore Set and here to check out the EXPLORE story.

Program Highlights:

• Team Meetings will begin February 13, 2025
• Ten meetings total, plus the LakerBot Event (Showcase Event on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. - noon at West Bloomfield Middle School
• One 90 minute in-person meeting per week on Thursdays at Doherty, Gretchko, Sheiko, and Scotch directly after school
• Each school will have 1 "Teacher Leader" as a facilitator, however, we will need 1-2 parent volunteer for every 6 students to help coach teams. The number of volunteers will determine the number of teams we will offer. Guarantee your child's participation by volunteering to coach.
• Email andrea.frank@wbsd.org for questions. Online registration is OPEN.

Sheiko Elementary

Grades Eligible to Purchase: PRK - 5

Yearbook ID: 14477425

Download the app for access to a real time bus locator. Check out the Bus Tracker flyer with step by step instructions. Be sure to use our school access code 4079WBSD

For detailed instructions on how to set up the app please see the attachment below.

CARLINE:

Please keep your child’s sign, with their name on it, on the dashboard until your child enters the car. This will really help us move the dismissal process along. Please remember to make a right hand turn only. Thank you!!!

Parents of WBSD students can apply to receive six non-perishable meals each Friday of the school year. The goal of Fueling Kids' Futures is to make sure no child goes hungry on the weekend. Run by volunteers, there is NO cost to the families. For the application, click here.

Email: blaine.mcdowell@wbsd.org
Website: https://www.wbsd.org/sheiko-elementary
Location: 3380 Orchard Lk Rd West Bloomfield, 48324
Phone: 248-865-6370
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/225210744201191
Twitter: @BlaineMcDowell