WBSD Weekly Update

On August 4, 2026, voters in Oakland County will consider a Regional Enhancement Millage to bolster all public school districts and eligible public school academies across the county.

44% of students in Michigan already receive enhancement millage funding

If approved, funds would be distributed to districts based on student enrollment. West Bloomfield School District would focus on:

• Recruiting and retaining high-quality staff

• Maintaining appropriate staff-to-student ratios

• Maintaining and strengthening educational programs

RESOURCES & FAST FACTS:

Oakland Enhancement Millage Website

Enhancement Millage Flyer

Video

The first day of school is Monday, August 31, 2026. We look forward to another fantastic year of growth and learning!

Starting today, July 29, 2026 families can to login to PowerSchool and complete the Back to School Update Packet. This process needs to be completed before the first day of school. Complete the Back to School Update

Families are required to do this for each child enrolled with WBSD. If you do not know your login and/or password for PowerSchool, please visit https://www.wbsd.org/parents/powerschool for more information.

To assist families who need additional support enrolling their student, West Bloomfield School District will be hosting in-person enrollment assistance session on:

Tuesday, August 4, 2026
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at

ACS Building - 5810 Commerce Road West Bloomfield, MI

A complete enrollment documentation checklist is available here:
Registration Check List

If you have any questions or need additional assistance, please contact:

Marcia Eden, Central Office Registrar (248) 865-6543

Complete the application today!

Step 1: Visit the Meal Magic Family Portal and follow these instructions:

Select Application

• if your child is enrolled in a GSRP preschool program

• if you have more than one child attending West Bloomfield School District and at least one is enrolled in a GSRP program

Otherwise, select Education and Benefits Form.
Questions, contact the Nutrition Services Department at (248) 865-6733

Transportation is provided for resident students who live more than one (1) mile from their assigned school. To help ensure a safe and efficient transportation experience, all students are expected to follow the district's transportation rules and regulations.

Students should arrive at their designated bus stop at least ten (10) minutes before their scheduled pickup time to allow for normal traffic and weather-related delays. If a student is not at the bus stop when the bus arrives, the driver is not required to stop. As we begin the new school year, we appreciate your patience as drivers and students become familiar with new routes and schedules before requesting route changes.

For the safety of our youngest learners, a parent or designated adult must be present at the bus stop to accompany kindergarten and first grade students at both pickup and drop off. If an adult is not present to receive a student at drop off, transportation privileges may be suspended until appropriate arrangements are made.

We also encourage families to download the BusZone app to track their child's bus in real time. Instructions for setting up BusZone will be included with the transportation information mailed to each eligible family. The district access code is 4079WBSD, and parents will need their student's ID number to complete the registration process.

Transportation information for eligible students will be mailed the week of August 17, 2026.

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

For past newsletters with Transportation Information:

• WBSD May 27, 2026 Weekly Update https://app.smore.com/n/q3v7b0
• WBSD June 3, 2026 Weekly Update https://app.smore.com/n/f8nzu

It was a beautiful evening to host a Community Movie Night at WBHS! More than 250+ gathered to watch The Mario Bros movie at our largest outdoor classroom (thank you for the 2023 bond that made our scoreboard possible).

Summer Learning students had an incredible summer strengthening their reading, writing, and math skills while participating in a meaningful Project Based Learning experience. Guided by the question, How can we help shelter and foster animals in our community?, students designed shelters and dog parks, created toys and blankets for animals, researched adoptable pets, wrote letters to future families, and organized donation and fundraising efforts.

The project culminated in a gallery walk where students proudly shared their learning with families, staff, and community members. Thank you to the Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition and the Oakland County Animal Shelter, students saw firsthand how their creativity, compassion, and hard work made a real difference for animals in need.

Now through August 10, students are encouraged to strengthen their math, reading, and social studies skills by completing at least two IXL skills each week. Participants can earn a spot on the leaderboard and compete for prizes while keeping their learning sharp all summer long.

IXL Login:
https://www.ixl.com/signin/wbloomfieldsd

Next prize pick up is August 17th at Scotch Elementary!

Congratulations to WBHS student Max Columbus, who recently represented WB at the 2026 Washington Journalism and Media Conference at George Mason University!

As a National Youth Correspondent, Max spent the week learning from media professionals, collaborating with students from across the country, and gaining valuable journalism experience. Way to represent Laker Nation!

Congratulations to 2026-27 Drum Major, Tyler Clemons!

Tyler recently represented West Bloomfield High School at the Central Michigan University Drum Major Workshop, where he learned from top educators and collaborated with fellow drum majors from across Michigan.

We can't wait to see Tyler lead the Laker Marching Band this season. Congratulations, Tyler, and Go Lakers!

Civic Center TV spoke with the Thomas DeGrand, to hear his vision for continuing West Bloomfield’s reputation for high-quality athletic performance.

Watch the full interview HERE

Check out Tom's Welcome Letter

Congratulations to West Bloomfield High School swimmers Elizabeth Eichbrecht and Trae Lewis on earning NISCA All-American honors, one of the highest recognitions for high school swimmers in the nation!

Elizabeth has now earned 15 All-American honors throughout her remarkable high school career, including the No. 1 national ranking in the 500 Freestyle and No. 2 in the 200 Freestyle for 2026. Trae was also recognized as a 2026 NISCA All-American in the 200 Individual Medley and 100 Backstroke.

We are incredibly proud of these outstanding student-athletes for representing West Bloomfield with excellence in and out of the pool.

Interested in sailing? Students entering grades 6–12 are invited to attend the WB Lakers Sailing Try It Out Night on Monday, August 24, from 5–7 p.m. (presentation at 6 p.m.) at the Community Sailing Center, 3206 Orchard Lake Rd., West Bloomfield. Meet coaches, sailors, and parent volunteers, tour the facility, and learn what it's like to be part of the sailing team. For more information, email info@communitysailingschool.org.

• Makos Pups Baseball Camp, Ages 5-10, Info Here
• Resources for Special Services Camps, Info Here
• Other Camps around Oakland County, Info Here

The countdown is on! Media Maker Bootcamp begins Monday, August 3 at 8 a.m. at West Bloomfield High School, and there are only a few days left to register.

Camp staff is ready to welcome the next group of creators, storytellers, and future filmmakers for two weeks of hands-on media production. Campers will learn how to operate professional cameras, report on camera, edit videos, produce social media content, and work together to create exciting projects they'll be proud to share.

Don't miss the chance to give your student an unforgettable creative experience this summer.

• Preschool Before and Aftercare Assistant Instructor (Administrative and Community Services Center)
• Preschool Before and Aftercare Assistant Instructor (Sheiko Elementary)
• Resource Room Teacher
• Mathematics Teacher
• 2 Preschool Academy Lead Teachers
• Kids Connect School Age Child Care Assistant Instructor
• Substitute Kids Connect School Age Child Care Assistant Instructor
• Special Education - Resource Room Teacher

• 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