24 Mileage Club

February

5 Vision and Hearing Screening

12 MLK Jr. Oratorical Fest

17-21 February Recess - NO SCHOOL

Seems like illness is running through the school. We’ve had quite a few children come to school sick and then ask to go home. If your child is sick, please keep them home. Remind them to wash their hands and not touch their nose, eyes or mouths (unless eating of course!). If they don’t have a fever and are recovering and coming back to school, please encourage them to wear a mask. Teachers are cleaning their desks regularly and our wonderful custodian, Javier, is keeping things clean here at school. We want everyone to stay healthy!

See above for our recess and lunch schedule. If you need to pick up a student for any reason please try to avoid lunch and recess times. Thank you!

Dear Wildwood Families,

We are excited to announce a unique initiative that embodies the spirit of community and compassion in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We will be launching a School-Wide Read-a-Thon to raise funds for the World Central Kitchen, helping to feed those impacted by the devastation from the Los Angeles wildfires.

WCK is first on the frontlines, providing meals and responding to humanitarian, climate, and community crises. When disaster strikes, WCK’s Relief Team mobilizes to the frontlines with the urgency to start cooking and providing meals to people in need. By partnering with organizations on the ground and activating a network of food trucks or emergency kitchens, WCK provides freshly made, nutritious meals to communities impacted by disasters quickly and effectively. We know that good food provides nourishment, comfort, and hope, especially in times of crisis.

Event Details:

• Start Date: Monday, January 20th

• End Date: Sunday, January 26th

During this week, students can read as much as possible, seek sponsorship from family and friends, and contribute to a meaningful cause. This event will promote literacy and a love for reading and help us unite as a community to support those in need.

How It Works:

• Get Sponsored: Students will ask family and friends to sponsor them for every book or page they read during the read-a-thon.

• Read: Students can choose books of their liking and read at home or during designated reading times at school.

• Collect Donations: After the read-a-thon, students will collect and submit the pledged donations to the school.

Suggested Donation Amounts

For Kindergarten to 2nd Grade:

• $0.50 per book: Encourages young readers to participate.

• $2 for 4 books: A fun challenge for early readers.

• $5 flat donation: Simple and straightforward for sponsors.

• $10 for a week of reading or a more substantial contribution for those who can support more.

For 3rd to 5th Grade:

• $2 per book: This is a great option for students who may read several books.

• $5 for 5 books: Encourages students to read more.

• $15 flat donation: Simple and straightforward for sponsors.

• $20 for a week of reading: A more substantial contribution for those who want to support more.

• $50 or more: For generous sponsors who want to make a bigger impact.

Thank you for supporting our Read-a-thon! Please complete the information on the link below and have your child return it to their classroom teacher.

By 7 pm on January 26th, please log on to The World Central Kitchen donation site to donate. Please return the pledge form to your child’s teacher so we can celebrate as a school at the close of this fundraiser.

Thank you for your support and participation in this important event. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those affected by the wildfires while fostering a love for reading in our students.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Joanie Sears.

jsears@piedmont.k12.ca.us

Calling all parents! Come help our kids fill their bellies with hot lunch so they can be the best learners they can be!! We are looking for volunteers daily for both our lunch programs. Please sign up for one of the open slots for the remainder of January and/or in February using the links below. It will only take 1-hour out of your day to help support our school and children!

SignUpGenius for Parent Volunteers - 1st to 5th Grade Lunch Program - we need 1 volunteer daily between 11:30am to 12:30pm

SignUpGenius for Parent Volunteers - Kinder Lunch Program - we need 2 volunteers daily between 11:20am to 12:15pm

Students in grades K, 2, 5 and all new students will undergo state required hearing and vision screenings on Wednesday, February 5th. If your student wears glasses or contacts, please make sure they wear them or bring them to school.

If you do not wish to have your child participate in these screenings and would like to provide your own hearing and vision assessment report through an outside provider, please contact the District Nurses at nurses@piedmont.k12.ca.us. Thank you!

In honor and in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr., all Wildwood students are invited to perform a speech, poem, spoken word, song, or skit written by themselves or someone else.

The celebration will be on February 12 at a school assembly.

If your child is interested in performing, here is the permission form that needs to be completed and turned in.

New student enrollment opens January 15th, 2025

We are thrilled to announce new student enrollment for the 2025-26 school year will open January 15th, 2025! Families with children not currently attending Piedmont schools - new kindergarteners or a student switching to Piedmont schools - are invited to start the enrollment process then.

Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Program for 2025-26:

• If your child is four years old by September 1st, 2025, they are eligible for our District’s outstanding Transitional Kindergarten (TK) program. This specially designed program ensures a solid foundation for your child's educational journey.

We genuinely look forward to welcoming your children into our school family next year. The journey of education is a collaborative effort, and we are excited to partner with you in nurturing the potential within each child.

In preparation for enrollment opening, check out the resources on our website https://www.piedmont.k12.ca.us/about/enrolling/enrolling-info, gather the required documents, and mark your calendars for January 15th. Families will be notified of their successfully processed application on a rolling basis. Families can enroll at any time after January 15th, but please note that priority for neighborhood schools is determined by the date of the complete application. We encourage you to complete the application promptly to secure your preferred school placement.

Looking forward to a fantastic 2025-26 school year together!

*Currently enrolled students will receive registration information before the start of school.*

Our next Wildwood Parent Club meeting will be Tuesday, January 28th IN PERSON in the Wildwood Library, 7-8pm. Here is the AGENDA for the evening. PUSD Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Hawn is already in early planning for the hiring process for the next Wildwood Principal. She will attend the WPC meeting to gather any additional feedback parents may have regarding the qualities and experience we want for the next Wildwood Principal. You can also always reach out to her personally with your input.

ALSO! WPC NEEDS YOU! Check out the many large and small volunteer opportunities that fall under our dynamic parent club umbrella and email us at wildwoodparentsclub@gmail.com with questions. And please email us at wildwoodparentsclub@gmail.com if you have not already to let us know if you WILL or WILL NOT be taking on your job within WPC next year. Thank you so much for your work within WPC!

Parents look out for a reminder flyer in your kids backpack with a little crab charm for their crocs!

🦀The Crab Feed is only a few weeks away and we only have a few pairs of tickets left!

Set sail on Saturday, February 8th for an unforgettable evening of flavor, fun, and island adventure!

Grab your tickets now before they sell out!

[Click here for tickets]

Here’s what’s on deck:
A feast of mouthwatering crab, fresh salmon, and delectable sides
Endless good vibes

Costume fun: Dress as a pirate, sailor, crab, or channel your inner island adventurer!

This is the perfect way to warm up your winter and shake off those January blues! Don’t wait—tickets are moving fast. Grab yours now and make this the highlight of 2025!

Check out the full Wildwood Dads’ Club event calendar here.

We can’t wait to see you there—costumes, claws, and all!

Want to learn, engage and connect with others to understand systemic racism and how to dismantle it?

Please join us for an interactive evening to discuss, "Do the Work! An Antiracist Activity Book" by W. Kamau Bell and Kate Schatz.

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Time: 7:00-9:00 PM

Location: Havens Library, 323 Highland Ave, Piedmont, CA 94611

WHAT TO EXPECT

Respectful listening, open-mindedness, confidentiality, and active participation.

HOW TO PREPARE

Please read the book in advance and be ready to discuss key themes, share personal insights, and engage in meaningful dialogue about anti-racism and actionable steps. If you'd like learn more before reading the book: Watch this Commonwealth Club interview with the authors

Questions? Please contact Sean Bartmasser (bartmasser@gmail.com), Carrice McKenna (carrice@gmail.com), or Jean Takazawa (jtakazawa@piedmont.k12.ca.us)

Do you know a student who might benefit from a fun challenge in math? Math Kangaroo is a low-stakes, international math competition for students in grades 1-12 that takes place on the third Thursday in March. Kids are given 75 minutes to solve interesting problems involving math and logic. All participants receive a t-shirt and prize to reward their efforts. Responses are scored after the event so students can track their progress from year to year. High scorers receive additional recognition later in the Spring.

Regular Deadline: December 31, 2024

Late deadline: February 1, 2025

Try out some sample questions from last year’s test.

Piedmont ALPS is excited to host our local Math Kangaroo testing site.

When: Thursday, March 20, 2025, 4 - 5:15PM

Where: Havens Elementary, 323 Highland Ave, Piedmont

Register at this link: https://mathkangaroo.oasis-lms.com/Users/LearningActivityInformation.aspx?LearningActivityID=LdNW4r5uklGMGTEuIlhpSA%3d%3d

Enter this invitation code: PIEDMONT94611@25MK

Cost: $18 by December 31 (late registration is $35 by February 1)

Questions? piedmontalps@gmail.com

ATTENDANCE REPORTING

1. Please report your student's absence or tardiness - and include the reason.
2. You are welcome to email your teacher, but you must also report by either calling

(510) 594-2719 or emailing: wwdattendance@piedmont.k12.ca.us

INVITATIONAL: DONATE FOR ABSENCES

1. Parents, please remember that if your child needs to be out of school, you can submit
   donations for the lost revenue.
2. Each day that a student is out of school (for any reason, including illness) means a loss of
   revenue in the following amounts per day:

K-3rd Grade = $61.32 - 4th-5th Grade = $56.39

• Wildwood School Calendar
• Hot Lunch Order (pw: Wildwood)
• Attendance Reporting

WHATNOT submission requests must be received by Tuesday at 12:00 PM,
whatnot@piedmont.k12.ca.us