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WBSD Weekly Update

WBSD Weekly Update
WBSD Weekly Update

October 21, 2026 October 21, 2026

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Mark Your Calendar

  • November 1 - Daylight Savings Time - Fall Back One Hour
  • November 3: No School for students
  • November 3: Heroes Appreciation Breakfast
  • November 6: Sports-Themed Trivia Night fundraiser to benefit Fueling Kids' Futures
  • November 11: Late Start (TWO hours after regular start time)
2026-2027 Calendar & Start/End Times
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Congratulations to Eliza Sokoli
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Congratulations to Oakland Early College student Eliza Sokoli on being named a 2027 Coca-Cola Scholars Program Semifinalist!

Out of more than 113,000 applicants nationwide, just 1,227 students advanced to the next stage! This incredible achievement recognizes Eliza’s academic excellence, leadership and service.


We’re proud to celebrate Eliza and wish her the best as she continues in the selection process!


Learn more about the dual enrollment program at Oakland Early College.

Congrats to Jermaine Evans
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2027 Michigan Middle School Assistant Principal of the Year Finalists Announced

Congratulations to West Bloomfield Middle School Assistant Principal Jermaine Evans, one of three finalists! Thank you Mr. Evans for being an exceptional leader!

College & Career Awareness Month College & Career Awareness Month

College & Career Awareness Month 2026 graphic featuring three WBHS educators holding signs highlighting their college backgrounds.
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Rep Your College/Career Day!

Students will see staff posters throughout the building with staff members alma maters/area of study. The visuals and announcements are designed to help students explore their future and build a future ready mindset.

WBHS Counselor Connection is Full of Resources! WBHS Counselor Connection is Full of Resources!

The latest WBHS Counselor Connection includes important information for students and families about upcoming college representative visits, FAFSA support, college open houses, application fee waivers, scholarships, apprenticeship opportunities, and financial aid resources. Seniors should pay special attention to the virtual FAFSA Workshop on November 4 at 6:30 p.m., while juniors and seniors can also review upcoming college visits and scholarship deadlines.

WBHS Counselor Connection

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Groundbreaking held for new Doherty Elementary in West Bloomfield School District
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Groundbreaking held for new Doherty Elementary

Read more here

Former principal deeply moved by Sheiko Elementary school named in her honor in West Bloomfield School District
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Former principal deeply moved by school named in her honor

Read more here

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National School Bus Safety Week October 19-23 National School Bus Safety Week October 19-23

Safety & Drills

Did you know? We conduct practice school bus evacuations. Safety first!

When the Reds are Flashing, There is No Passing

Lomas Brown, former NFL Offensive Tackle, is here to remind us how important it is not to rush; when the red lights are flashing, no passing.

No Rushing PSA - Lomas Brown & MAPT

Thank you for your cooperation and partnership as we work together to ensure a safe, smooth, and successful start to the school year. For additional transportation information, please visit:

West Bloomfield School District Transportation Department

Track Your Route! District Code is: 4079WBSD Track Your Route! District Code is: 4079WBSD

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Download Bus Zone on Apple
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DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is October 24, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at West Bloomfield Police Department.
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Saturday, October 24 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at 4530 Walnut Lake Road. Community members can safely dispose of expired or unused prescription medications

Heroes Appreciation Breakfast honoring veterans on November 3, from 9:00–10:30 a.m. at West Bloomfield Middle School.
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Heroes Appreciation Breakfast

Tuesday, November 3 from 9–10:30 a.m. at West Bloomfield Middle School. Admission is free for veterans plus one guest, and pre-registration is required by October 27.

Register Here

Fueling Kids' Futures  Sports Trivia Night at St. George Greek Orthodox Church on Friday, November 6th. Buffet dinner, trivia games, raffles, and more.
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Laker Express Carolers Raffle Laker Express Carolers Raffle

Do you have a business that hosts a holiday get together or a large family gathering that would be more festive with live carolers singing tunes of the season? WBHS's Laker Express is selling raffle tickets for your chance to win a personalized choir performance. The winner of this raffle will win an hour with Laker Express who will come to your holiday event to sing carols from December 16-23. Stop by the WBHS Door #1 security office to purchase your $10 raffle ticket, or contact jolene.plotzke@wbsd.org for any special requests.

WBHS Theatre Update WBHS Theatre Update

The Crucible Dec. 4-6th

ATTENTION LOCAL & SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS: Want to spread the word about your business? Have a coupon or special deal you want to share? Advertise in our playbill for our upcoming production of The Crucible! Email wbhstheatreads@gmail.com for more information.

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High school football teams in white and red uniforms line up at the line of scrimmage during an evening game.
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WBHS Varsity Football

Beat Southfield 28-2

WBMS 8th Grade Volleyball (White) Wins 2-1 Against Cranbrook MS
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WBMS 8th Grade Volleyball (White)

Wins 2-1 Against Cranbrook MS

WBHS Boys Lacrosse Fundraiser WBHS Boys Lacrosse Fundraiser

English Gardens gift card fundraiser benefiting WBHS Boys Lacrosse, October 23–November 13, with 20% of purchases donated.
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Buy a gift card to support WBHS Boys Lacrosse, use it any time. Use it at the English Gardens Holiday Open House on November 8th for your holiday needs.

Click Here for more info

All Athletics Events & News
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West Bloomfield Wrestling Club West Bloomfield Wrestling Club

West Bloomfield Wrestling Club 2026-2027 graphic
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Starts Soon!

West Bloomfield Wrestling Club focuses on developing the fundamentals of folk-style wrestling, while also focusing on the discipline and mental toughness that are needed to be successful in the sport.


Ages: Kindergarten through 8th Grade (boys and girls)
Location: West Bloomfield Middle School Multipurpose Room and Gym
Season: November through March

Contact: Kevin C. Mcintosh (kevin.mcintosh@wbsd.org)

Registration

Club Facebook Page: Facebook

Club Website: Club Website

Math Pentathlon Math Pentathlon

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Math Pentathlon teaches and reinforces basic math concepts and skills, stimulates creative thinking, develops problem-solving skills, develops spatial, computational and logical reasoning and good sportsmanship. Math Pentathlon consists of 20 games spread across four divisions by grade level.

  • Open to ALL K-7th Graders
  • If you missed the Parent Info Meeting
    • Click Here to view the Parent Info Zoom Recording from 10/1/26
    • Click Here to view the Parent Info Zoom Presentation from 10/1/26

Registration

Tennis Academy Tennis Academy

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The Tennis Academy is instructed by Manuela Juanes and on Friday, October 30 it will be held at Sheiko Elementary School (4500 Walnut Lake Rd., West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322) and each Friday from November 6th through November 20th it will be at the West Bloomfield Middle School gym (6000 Orchard Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322). It is open to all elementary school students in grades 1st-5th.

Learn the fundamentals of tennis in a fun, high-energy and supportive environment perfect for beginners. Participants will build hand-eye coordination, develop basic footwork and learn introductory skills, rules and sportsmanship through engaging drills and activities.

Registration

After the Bell Programs at Elementary Schools After the Bell Programs at Elementary Schools

Programs & Offerings-Click Here
Robotics programs give students hands-on opportunities to explore engineering, coding, problem-solving, and teamwork while designing, building, and programming robots.
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Updates from the CTE/STEAM Space at WBHS Updates from the CTE/STEAM Space at WBHS

Steel roof framing and concrete block walls take shape at a construction site, with aerial lifts positioned inside the structure.
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Construction workers use aerial lifts beneath a steel roof framework during the construction of a large building addition.
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WBSD is Hiring! WBSD is Hiring!

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United We Walk 2027 - Sunday, January 17, 2027 United We Walk 2027 - Sunday, January 17, 2027

United We Walk 2026 circular logo featuring four silhouettes holding hands against a sunset with the message “One Dream, One World, One Walk.”
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UWW Button Contest

Does your child enjoy drawing? Students in Grades K-5 are invited to create an original button design based on the theme. Download the flyer and template below for more.


Eligibility: Students in Grades K - 5

Deadline: Friday, November 6, 2026

Send to: Jennifer.Graham@wbsd.org

Art must include the 2027 theme, be original and either be hand-drawn or digital.

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Community Partner Links

  • West Bloomfield Adult Education
  • West Bloomfield Educational Foundation
  • GWB Historical Society Events
  • Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition
  • West Bloomfield Township Public Library
  • West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation
  • West Bloomfield Youth Assistance
OK2SAY logo with speech bubbles in blue, orange, and green. Text reads: “Stop the Silence. Help End the Violence.” Contact options include phone numbers 8-555-OK2SAY and 855-565-2729, text 652729 (OK2SAY), website ok2say.com, and email ok2say@mi.gov . Also available through the OK2SAY app on Google Play and the App Store.
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