Wizards Newsletter
May 8th, 2026
Hello Wizard Families-
This week, we were excited to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week and recognize the incredible dedication of our staff. Throughout the week, teachers enjoyed thoughtful letters from students, ice cream treats during professional development, breakfast in the lounge, and a special snack mix one afternoon. Thanks to the generosity of family donations and the organization of our PTO, we also welcomed a food truck today that provided lunch for all staff members! This was an amazing way to end the week and head into the weekend feeling appreciated and celebrated.
We are so appreciative of everything our teachers and staff do each and every day to support, encourage, and inspire our students. I honestly could not ask for a better team and am constantly in awe of their talents and dedication to your children. We are equally grateful for our wonderful school community, whose kindness and support make celebrations like these possible.
Have a fantastic weekend and Happy Mother's Day! I hope you all find time to enjoy and celebrate the people in your life!
Your voice matters! As we continue to implement Levels One & Two of High Reliability Schools (HRS), we're capturing feedback from families to improve how our school functions. Share your thoughts and help us create the best environment for our students by clicking the box BELOW!
📅🍎 Registration for the 2026-27 school year is open! We encourage you to take advantage of this early opportunity to register your student(s) for next year.A quick reminder: all families need to complete online registration each year through Infinite Campus. You can get started by using the link below. Just be sure to select the school year “26-27” when prompted.
Registration instructions for returning families to the District
If you need help with the registration process, don’t hesitate to reach out to the office!
📣 Not Returning to Wickham Next Year?
If your family is planning to move or your child will not be attending Wickham Elementary for the 2026-27 school year, please let us know by clicking the link below and filling out a short form. This helps us plan ahead for staffing and classroom placements. NOT RETURNING NEXT YEAR FORM. If you have any questions, feel free to email Patrick West at west.patrick@iowacityschools.org.
Celebrate Diversity at World Wide Wickham!
Join the Wickham staff in celebrating the rich diversity of our school community! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, May 13th, 2026, from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM for a special evening of cultural exploration. Your family will have the opportunity to experience traditions from around the world, enjoy ethnic foods, and see unique artifacts that showcase our global connections.
🌍 Seeking Presenters! 🌍
We have many families signed up to represent 15 different countries, including China, Taiwan, Korea, India, Nepal, Brazil, Chile, Italy, Germany, Turkey, Kenya, Sudan, Palestine, and Pakistan. Registration has been extended for any families who would still like to represent their country. Sign up here. We also invite everyone to attend and enjoy the event!
Thank you for helping make this a cultural celebration to remember! 🎉
May 12th- Track and Field Day for 4th and 5th grade at West High School
May 13th- World-Wide Wickham (5:30-7:00 PM)
May 21st- 5th grade Wax Museum (12:45-1:30 PM)
May 25th- NO SCHOOL, District Closed
May 29th- Kindergarten Music Performance (1:30-2:00)
June 4th- 5th grade Celebration (12:00-1:30PM)
Linked here is our 2025-2026 District Calendar!
Wickham PTO End-of-Year Picnic- May 27th, 2026!
We’re excited to invite you to the Wickham Elementary PTO End-of-Year Picnic on Wednesday, May 27th from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM!
Back by Popular Demand – The Dunk Tank!
Come join the fun as students get a chance to dunk some of their favorite staff members! Full teacher list coming soon!
Dunk Tank Tickets:
Pre-order begins Monday, May 11. Purchase your dunk tank throws at https://www.wickhampto.org/store before 8PM on Monday, May 25:
- $15 for 6 throws (tickets may be split among siblings)
At the event:
- $5 for 2 throws (cash only) – available while time permits
- Pick up all pre-purchased tickets at the dunk tank station (back side of the school)
Food on site:
- Kona Ice
- Pizza by the slice (cheese & pepperoni), cookies & water
- Pizza $2, cookies $1, bottled water $1 (cash only)
- Feel free to bring your own picnic dinner as well!
We Need Volunteers!
The PTO Executive Board plans and organizes these events—but we need your help to make them happen!
Please consider signing up for a short volunteer shift.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4FAEAA2FA7F58-56557321-2025#/
We’re looking forward to celebrating another amazing school year with our Wickham community. See you there!
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Sugar Bottom Bakery Cookie Fundraiser
Wickham PTO & Sugar Bottom Bakery have teamed up for a cookie fundraiser!
From now until May 18, you can order delicious cookies from Sugar Bottom Bakery while also supporting Wickham PTO. PTO will receive 20% of proceeds.
Order by: Monday, May 18 @12pm
Order Form: Click https://forms.gle/Pv7DrnneRRJYr1wdA to order.
Cost & Payment: Cost is $26 per dozen. Pay via Venmo @Sugar-Bottom-Bakery at time of order. Please do not click "Turn on for purchases" or fees will be taken out of proceeds. The last 4 digits to verify the Venmo account are 6042.
Pick up: Wednesday, May 20 from 4:30-6:00pm @ Wickham Elementary
Thank you for supporting Wickham PTO!
A Message from the Internal Revenue Service:
Families may be eligible to open a new type of savings account for their children under age 18, sometimes referred to as a “Trump Account.” These accounts function similarly to a traditional individual retirement account (IRA) and are intended to support long-term financial planning.
To be eligible, a child must be under 18 by the end of the applicable year, have a valid Social Security Number, and not already have an account established on their behalf. Parents or guardians can submit the required IRS form now or with their 2025 tax return; however, accounts cannot be funded until July 4, 2026.
Families are encouraged to review the information and consult a financial professional if they have questions.
For more information, please visit: https://www.trumpaccounts.gov/
Securly
Looking for information on Securly, our web filtering tool?
Find all the information here www.IowaCitySchools.org/Securly.
Non Discrimination Policy
It is the policy of the Iowa City Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact:
- Laura Cottrell (Executive Director of Educational Services & Student Success) for programming at cottrell.laura@iowacityschools.org
- Nick Proud (Chief Human Resources Officer) for employment at proud.nick@iowacityschools.org, 2255 N. Dubuque Road, Iowa City, Iowa 52245, (319) 688-1000; or
- If you are unsure how to proceed or would like assistance in discussing your options, you may also contact Janet Abejo-Parker at ombuds@iowacityschools.org or (319) 688-1312