Wildcat Weekly

April 22- 5th Grade Extended Day Field Trip

May 1- Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
May 15- Field Day

As you are aware, we spend a tremendous amount of time creating our classes for the next school year. Teachers provide information about each child’s math and reading levels, academic strengths and weaknesses, learning styles and social/emotional needs. In preparing for the 2026-27 School Year, if you feel your child has a special need or there are other considerations you would like to bring to our attention (examples: separate “best friends,” consider personal changes, etc.), please complete the student class placement form. This is an electronic form and can be accessed here:

2026-27 Student Class Placement Request – Fill out form

Forms that name or describe a specific teacher will not be considered. Please note, we do our best to honor all requests, but it is not guaranteed and cannot always be met due to other factors such as academic levels, programs, etc. All forms should be submitted by April 27, 2026. Forms from previous years and late forms will not be considered.

We’re excited to share an upcoming STEM opportunity for our students! The Northview Techno Titans Robotics Team is hosting a STEM Night Workshop on Saturday, April 25, from 4:00–5:30 PM at their team workspace. This engaging event is designed for students in grades 2–5 and will focus on the engineering process through hands‑on, interactive activities. Please see the attached flyer for full details and signup information—we hope you’ll help spread the word and encourage families to attend!

Come join us for an evening of fun and self-care at Inspiration Martial Arts' Ladies Self-Defense Class. To register, simply make a minimum $5 donation to the Inspiration Nation Foundation, a charity dedicated to helping international families facing financial hardship gain access to martial arts training. See you there!

https://cp.mystudio.io/e/?=IMAJC/8865/813979//1776181870

Please see the attached flyer if you are interested in ordering a panoramic photo of our 5th grade students from this school year.

Our 5th Grade Class Picture will be assembled by GCI Portraits.

All 5th grade students will be included using individual pictures from fall, retakes, or spring pictures.

You may purchase a 10” x 20” panoramic photo for $16.00

Laminate your picture for $5.00 more

Prepay online – Go to www.gciportraits.com select the prepay tab at the bottom and enter WP114. Online payment site is open April 13th - 20th

Late Payments- After April 20th there is a $10 late fee, and you would need to call GCI Portraits to pay over the phone.

Questions- Call GCI at 770-428-3717.

Field Day is quickly approaching, and we are getting excited for a fun‑filled day for our WILDCATS! We need your help to make it a success.

🏃‍♂️ Volunteer for Field Day
Dr. G and our PE team have finalized the Field Day stations, and we would love parent volunteers to support our students throughout the day.
👉 Sign up to volunteer here: CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094DA9AA2BA7FD0-63561717-2026

👕 Field Day T‑Shirts – Order by April 21 at 7:00 AM
Field Day shirts are available for $10 and are optional for students, but highly encouraged to show school spirit and to support our PE Department. Please note: These field day shirts will be used for the next two years so don't miss your opportunity to purchase one!

Student and adult sizes are available!
***Parents and supporters are welcome to purchase shirts
All shirts will be delivered prior to Field Day on May 15
Please don’t delay—the online store closes Monday, April 21 at 7:00 AM.
👉 Order your Field Day shirt here: (CLICK HERE)

Please spread the word and forward this message to your family who may want to help out. Help us spread the word. Let’s show our school spirit and support our Wildcats!

Thank you for your continued support of Wilson Creek Elementary and our Physical Education program. Go team WILDCATS! 🐾

The deadline to buy a yearbook to be sure it arrives before the end of school is this Thursday 4/23!

Did you forget if you already bought your child's yearbook?

Check out our master list of everyone who is receiving a yearbook so far. This includes those who are receiving a complimentary one from their PTO membership and have followed the instructions sent to them to claim it. If you have any questions email wilsoncreekpto@gmail.com

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ATTENTION PARENTS LOOKING FOR SUMMER CAMPS!
Registration Open for STEM & Art Summer Camps at Wilson Creek!
Summer is just around the corner, and spots are filling fast for our two exciting camps:

Camp Explore (STEM)
June 1–5, 2026 | 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
Blast off into science, technology, engineering, and math with hands-on projects that make learning an adventure!

Camp CREATE (Art)
June 8–12, 2026 | 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
Unleash imagination through painting, sculpting, and design in a world full of color and creativity.

Location: Wilson Creek ES
👉 Learn more and register here

Don’t miss out—make this summer extraordinary!

Any questions? Email oaklandsummeracademy@gmail.com

This year, we are excited to offer Field Day t‑shirts for $10. Orders can be placed using the link below. Student shirts are optional and are not required to participate in Field Day. Parents are also welcome to purchase shirts- adult sizes are available. The online store will close on April 21st (7am), and all shirts will be distributed prior to Field Day on May 15. Thank you for supporting our Physical Education Department! 👉 Order here: (CLICK HERE) Go team WILDCATS.

This year we will be doing our first ever school-wide A to Z Countdown Calendar for the final 26 days of school, and it starts on THURSDAY!

The calendar is attached and is just a fun, optional way to add a little joy to each day. Most of the activities are super simple, and participation is totally flexible, do as much or as little as works for you and your family.

Summer School Letters and District Informational Meeting

Summer school letters were sent out again this week to students who qualify for the program. If you received a letter, please return it to school (even if you decide to opt out of the program). If you have questions, please reach out to Radhika Godbole at godboler@fultonschools.org

Georgia Milestones Testing Dates and Lunch Times

All students in grades 3-5 will take the Georgia End of Grade tests between April 29 and May 8, 2026. On testing days, testing will begin at 8:00 am end by 10:30 am. If possible, please avoid planned absences such as doctor’s appointments, trips etc on days when your child is testing. Unfortunately, parents will not be able to have lunch with their child/children for two weeks from Monday April 27th to Friday May 8th. If you plan to dop off lunch, please note that we will have a slightly modified lunch schedule for 2nd and 5th grade. All other grades will eat lunch at their regular time.

2nd grade lunch – 12:00-12:35

5th grade lunch - 12:25-1:00

Please see attached sheet for testing information.

WCES GMAS for parents.pdf.pdf

Georgia Milestones 2026 Test Practice

Students could go to GA Experience Online to access study guides, online assessments guides and demonstration tests. This practice site is a chance for students to learn more about the structure and content of the Georgia Milestones Assessments, experience online testing, and practice online tools. Parents and students are also welcome to explore the Georgia Department of Education website which provides Georgia Milestones parent resources GA Milestones Resources. Please encourage your children to practice their typing skills using this platform. Learning.com | Preparing K-12 Students with Future-Ready Digital Skills . This is a district approved resource, and students should be able to log in with their FCS user ID and password. If you have any questions about Milestones testing, please contact your child’s teacher.

Georgia Milestones 2026 Test Practice

Students could go to GA Experience Online to access study guides, online assessments guides and demonstration tests. This practice site is a chance for students to learn more about the structure and content of the Georgia Milestones Assessments, experience online testing, and practice online tools. Parents and students are also welcome to explore the Georgia Department of Education website which provides Georgia Milestones parent resources GA Milestones Resources. Please encourage your children to practice their typing skills using this platform. Learning.com | Preparing K-12 Students with Future-Ready Digital Skills . This is a district approved resource, and students should be able to log in with their FCS user ID and password. If you have any questions about Milestones testing, please contact your child’s teacher.

5th Grade Families,

It’s hard to believe, but we have only six weeks left of school! As we begin counting down to graduation and celebrating our amazing fifth graders, you may be interested in purchasing a 5th Grade Graduation Celebration Yard Sign to recognize your child’s big accomplishment.

These signs are a fun way to celebrate our students as they prepare to move on to middle school and can be displayed proudly in your yard.

👉 Order here:
https://spirithero.com/collections/wilson-creek-elementary-5th-grade-grad-signs-2026

Thank you for helping us celebrate the Class of 2026. We are so proud of them!

We will not accept any future absence requests between May 11th – May 21st. This time of year is extremely busy as students are taking end of year assessments, completing major projects, and participating in end of year activities with their classes. Therefore, any future absence requests that are made for the final 2 weeks of school will be denied as we have too many critical dates to plan around for this time of year. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing all of our wildcats in attendance as we wrap up the school year.

Also, we need 5 days advance notice before the first requested absence date for all future absence requests. This applies to both pre-approved absence requests and remote learning absence requests. This allows our teachers and staff time to prepare for a students future absence.

Have you volunteered at Wilson Creek this month - for example, Science Force, Staff Appreciation Week, or All Pro Dad? We want to celebrate YOU!🎉Please take a moment to fill out our Volunteer Appreciation Raffle form so we can include you in our special "thank you" drawing. It's our way of showing how much we appreciate everything you do to make our school amazing!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6pNTblgcAwCAQ0rdTWoh4NQoyZXCn-9ShsivKtCDuffdAQQ/viewform?usp=header

As we prepare for our Fifth‑Grade Week celebrations, please note the following important information:

• Promotion Ceremony: Due to limited space, each student may invite up to two guests to attend the promotion ceremony.
• Student‑Only Activities: All Fifth‑Grade Week activities, with the exception of the promotion ceremony, are student‑only events.
• More Information Coming Soon: Additional details about the final week, including fees, volunteer opportunities, and logistics, will be shared after Spring Break.
  
  

Thank you for your understanding and support as we celebrate our fifth graders!

Georgia Milestones Testing Dates

All students in grades 3-5 will take the Georgia End of Grade tests between April 29 and May 7, 2026. On testing days, testing will begin at 8:00 am end by 10:30 am. If possible, please avoid planned absences such as doctor’s appointments, trips etc on days when your child is testing. Here’s the testing schedule.

WILSON CREEK ELEMENTARY MILESTONES TESTING DATES SPRING 2026.pdf

About Music Do-Re-Mi:

Welcome to Music Do Re Mi, your local destination for all things music! Music has the power to transform lives. Located in the heart of Johns Creek, GA, we offer personalized music instruction for piano, guitar, violin, flute, and more. Our dedicated teachers bring a wealth of experience and a passion for teaching, ensuring every student thrives.

Whether you're preparing for a recital, mastering a favorite song, or simply discovering the joy of music, we’re here to guide you every step. We offer lessons for all ages.

What a wonderful way for our 5th Grade students that want to get a head start for the Middle School music Programs!

TAKE ATTENDANCE SERIOUSLY

It’s common for students to experience a significant increase in chronic absenteeism during the winter months due to an increase in typical illnesses. If your child must be absent due to illness, please email WCESResidency@fultonschools.org, your child’s (1) legal first and last name, (2) teacher’s name, (3) all the dates your child was absent, and the (4) reason for missing school. Please also copy your child's homeroom teacher on the email. It is important to include a photo or scanned image of the doctor’s note, if you take your child to be seen. If your child is missing a lot of school due to illness, please reach out to our clinic assistant, Ms. Ankita Doshi, for guidance. Chronic absenteeism occurs when students miss 10% or more of school for any reason.

Additionally, it's important that kids arrive to school on time every day. Please remember that our car rider line can back up closer to 7:30. Consider being in line closer to 7:10 or by having your child ride the school bus to prevent tardies.

Help Your Child Succeed in School: Build the Habit of Good Attendance! School success goes hand in hand with good attendance!

Want to make your student's birthday extra special this year?

You can celebrate their big day with a personalized birthday greeting displayed on the WCES outdoor Digital Marquee!

For just $25, your child’s name and birthday message will be featured, making their day even more memorable.

🎂 Here's how it works:

• Submit your request on the Thursday two weeks in advance to allow time for the information to be added to the weekly announcements on the outdoor Digital Marquee. Due to the Holidays, we are accepting January birthdays now even if it falls later this week!
• Your greeting will appear on your selected date.
• To reserve a spot, click the link below:

👉 https://wilsoncreekpto.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/344900

Website: https://www.fultonschools.org/wilsoncreekes
Location: 6115 Wilson Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30097, USA
Phone: (470) 254-3811
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