Wildwood Weekly

The Power of Progress

As an educational institution, we always keep in mind that progress, not perfection, is our goal in every interaction.

To that end, all Tiger students will bring home their first progress report on Friday, October 9. The report itself is general and is intended to serve as a starting point for deeper discussions at parent/teacher conferences the following week.

This Wednesday, September 23, every Tiger family will receive an email from your child's teacher inviting you to sign-up online for a parent-teacher conference, most of which will be held during the week of October 12-16. Please look for that email in your inbox and sign-up early for a spot that works best with your schedule. Parent-teacher conferences will be held in person. If an in-person conference is not possible, parents/guardians may request a virtual conference to ensure they are able to participate.

We look forward to these "points of progress" discussions with you throughout the school year. It is in our working together, one step at a time, that we will help our students and our community realize great gains.

Warmly,

Mr. Lynch

- Important Dates -

September, 2026

21: No School - Local Holiday

25: All-school Pep Rally and Lunch with the Principal for select students

25: School Spirit Special Dress Day: Wear your favorite color(s)

29: School Site Council Meeting from 4:00-5:00pm

October, 2026

2: No School: Non-instructional Day

9: Fall Picture Make-Up Day

9: Back-to-School Picnic and Movie Night: 6:00pm-8:30pm

12-16: Parent/Teacher Conference Week - 12:15pm dismissal for ALL TK-5th Grade students

13: PTA Food Night: McDonald's from 4-7pm

14: PTA Executive Board Meeting at 6:00pm

20: Reflections Awards and Gallery Night at 6:00pm in the MPR (Updated Date!)

21: Unity Day - Wear ORANGE

23: Pep Rally at 8:15am, School Tour at 9:00am & Lunch with the Principal

23: Fall Festival: 5:00pm-8:30pm

26-30: Wellness Week - Daily activities at school to encourage healthy practices

27: School Site Council Meeting from 4-5pm

28: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Chumash Museum

30: All-School Costume Parade from 8:15am-9:00am

Helpful LINKS

Wildwood Important Dates and Events 2026-2027

Wildwood Bell Schedule

Wildwood Website Home Page

CVUSD School Year Calendar
CVUSD website

- PTA News -

Click HERE to Join The Wildwood PTA Today!

- School News -

🎨 Favorite Colors Day — Friday, September 25!

Get ready to show your school spirit! Our first School Spirit Dress Day of the year is Favorite Colors Day on Friday, September 25! Students are invited to wear their favorite color...or as many favorite colors as they’d like! We can’t wait to see all the colorful Tiger spirit across campus! 🐯

Part Time Job Opportunities for the 2026-2027 School Year

Wildwood is currently seeking candidates for the following part-time positions for the 2026-2027 school year.

Campus Supervisor

Approximately 1.5 hours per week

Parents spoke, and we listened! In last May’s school survey, families shared concerns about supervision during dismissal at the Arboles driveway pick-up area. We would like to add a dedicated Campus Supervisor to provide greater supervision and help keep students safe during this busy time.

Hours:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 2:35–2:50 PM
Tuesday: 1:20–1:35 PM

If you or someone you know is interested in this part-time paid position, please contact the Wildwood front office for more information!

Academic Specialist

12-15 hours per week

Wildwood is seeking 1 certificated teacher to serve as an Academic Specialist - a paid opportunity to make a meaningful impact beyond the classroom. Academic Specialists support targeted student learning, collaborate with teachers to strengthen instruction, and help ensure all students receive the support they need to thrive. Their work is essential in bridging gaps, enriching learning, and building staff capacity. Training available.

If you or someone you know holds a valid teaching credential and is passionate about supporting student success schoolwide, we’d love to connect! Please reach out to the office or Mr. Lynch for more information.

2026-27 School Plan for Student Achievement

Thank you to our staff and School Site Council members who contributed to this year’s School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA)! The draft version of our school’s SPSA is available now at this LINK. This plan will be provided to our community and Board of Education on 9/16/26 for discussion and again on 10/7/26 for approval.

School Site Council District Advisory Council (DAC) Members Needed!

Volunteer Positions

Want to have an inside view and voice on the decision making team here at Wildwood Elementary? Of course you do! We currently have openings for the following positions on our SSC team.

(DELAC) District English Learners Advisory Council Representative
(SEDAC) Special Education District Advisory Council Co-Representative

The commitment is usually just 1-2 hours per month, but the impact is significant. Please contact me to express interest and/or learn more at klynch@conejousd.org.

Follow Us on Social Media

Wildwood Elementary has an official presence on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Click on each image below to access Wildwood's social media accounts. Be sure to like and follow to get an inside peek into daily happenings at Wildwood through videos, images, and reminders which are posted weekly by our Wildwood social media manager.

Visitors & Volunteers

My mother always told me, "Many hands make light work", and that's certainly true in education. We want you on campus with us! All adults entering the campus during school hours must sign in electronically with their picture ID in the front office and obtain a visitor or volunteer badge/sticker to be worn at all times while on campus. All volunteers who work with students must have a current TB test or a Risk Assessment Questionnaire on file as well. If you would like to volunteer on campus, and we hope you do, please complete and return the Volunteer Registration Authorization Packet that will be sent home with students on the first day of school. Attach a copy of your license/ID to the packet, or we will make a copy for you in the office on your first visit.

Attendance

If your child will be absent or arriving late for any reason, please remember to call our office or leave a message on our attendance line at (805) 492-3531 before 8:30AM. Be sure to state the date and reason for your child’s absence or late arrival, and your child’s teacher or room number. Any unexcused absence is counted as a truancy. Students are allowed only three truancies per year before action is taken. Planning ahead with your child will also help to avoid unnecessary tardiness. Students who arrive on time feel better about themselves and perform better in the classroom.

Short-Term Independent Study (STIS)

Regular school attendance is one of the most important factors in a child's academic success, and we encourage families to schedule vacations and other non-essential travel during school breaks whenever possible.

If your child will have a planned absence of 1–15 consecutive school days, please contact both your child's teacher and the front office as soon as your plans are known to request a Short-Term Independent Study (STIS) agreement. Please do not wait until the day before or only a day or two before your child's absence. Teachers need adequate time to prepare instructional materials, and the office must complete the required paperwork before your child's absence begins.

Thank you for helping us ensure your child remains connected to learning while minimizing disruptions to the instructional program. If you have any questions about STIS, please contact the Wildwood front office.

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- Enrichment -

Please click the "Digital Backpack" image to check if any new community fliers have been posted recently. Not all fliers will appear as images in our Wildwood Weekly newsletter, and we don't want you to miss out on community events, classes, or opportunities that are of interest to you. Fliers are organized under three tabs:

School-Connected Organizations and Governmental Agencies
Non-Profit Groups
All Other Groups

From time to time, individuals or groups in the community will distribute information and advertisements to parents/guardians on the public sidewalks during school arrival or dismissal. This information is not affiliated or endorsed by Wildwood Elementary and CVUSD. Any approved communications (i.e. announcements, fliers) from Wildwood Elementary and CVUSD will be provided directly from the school to you via email, or given to your students to take home. If you ever are unsure whether or not materials are from Wildwood Elementary and CVUSD, please do not hesitate to contact the front office.