WBSD Weekly Update
Mr. Peace Visits ALL Elementary Schools
Kevin Szawala, a.k.a. Mr. Peace, is a nationally-recognized Youth Motivational Speaker. This week he presented on kindness and having a growth mindset. A special thank you to the Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition and Community Financial Credit Union for sponsoring all of the assemblies.
More Than School Meals! Complete the Application for District Funding & Student Support
To ensure your child’s access to meals is not interrupted and to help West Bloomfield School District secure critical state and federal funding, we need ALL families to complete the Education & Nutrition Benefits Application (formerly known as the Free & Reduced Meals Application).
Complete the application today at: https://westbloomfield.familyportal.cloud/
If parents need assistance or have questions about completing the form, please contact Andrea Grobe at andrea.grobe@wbsd.org.
Free breakfast and lunch for all students will continue through September 30, 2025. VERY IMPORTANT - it is still uncertain whether the state will provide funding to offer free meals for all students after September 30, 2025.
Why it matters:
Your application helps ensure we can continue to provide nutritious meals to all students.
Funding tied to our free/reduced rate supports far more than meals; it impacts academic programs, athletic programs, technology, and student services.
Even if you think you may not qualify, completing the form still helps the district.
Track Your Route!
- The Bus Zone App is available for iOS, Android and web and allows families to track their student(s) bus along its route, to and from school. Families will need to have their student(s) ID numbers which are available in PowerSchool in order to log into the app and create an account. Check out the transportation page for details.
- As a safety protocol, the Bus Zone app will only allow families to see their student(s) bus route(s) only.
- Please download and complete the app: Apple App Store and Google Play
On November 4, 2025 voters will be asked to consider replacing the current Sinking Fund millage, which is estimated to remain at the current 1.1552 mill levy, and extend the levy from 2027 to 2036. This levy provides approximately $3.2 million annually to fund:
- Facility and infrastructure improvements
- Safety and security measures
- Technology devices and infrastructure
For more information and answers to Frequently Asked Questions, click here.
Join Pack 100 for our Open House on Wednesday, September 17. Try hands-on Scouting activities, meet our Scouts and parent leaders, and learn how to become part of the adventure. Pack 100 welcomes boys and girls in grades K–5 from the West Bloomfield School District and surrounding communities.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Drop in anytime between 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Marshbank Park – Lodge Building 2805 Hiller Rd, West Bloomfield
Questions: westbloomfieldcubscouts@gmail.com
September is library card signup month!
All West Bloomfield School District students are eligible for a West Bloomfield Library card of their own. Request a card by completing the online form, or talk with library staff at either branch. Proof of residency and/or school enrollment is required.
The Friends of the West Bloomfield Township Public Library are hosting their annual Fall Book Sale October 10–12 at the West Bloomfield Main Library. Shoppers can browse a wide selection of books, DVDs, CDs, puzzles, and more, with special deals including a members-only preview night and a $5 bag sale on Sunday. The event is open to the public, with proceeds supporting the library.
Softball, Football, Volleyball and More!
- Tickets
- Notifications
- Fan Analytics
FREE "Try Lacrosse" Clinics for Boys & Girls
Tuesday, September 16
Grades 3rd–4th: 6 –7 p.m. Grades 6th–8th: 7 –8 p.m.
Scotch Elementary
No equipment is necessary—just come ready to have fun, meet the coaches, and try a new sport!
Questions? Contact wbboyslax@gmail.com
Click here for registration: Fall 2025 Introduction to Lacrosse
West Bloomfield Wrestling Club will focus on developing the fundamentals of folk-style wrestling, while also focusing on the discipline and mental toughness that are needed to be successful in the sport. The program also welcomes and encourages parent support during practices. Kindergarten thru 8th Grade (boys and girls) at WBMS, November thru March
Skill Development, Drill Work, Shooting, Dribbling, Passing, Individual Defensive Technique and Modified Gameplay.
Co-ed for Grades 1-3 from 9-10 a.m.
Co-ed for Grades 4-6 from 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Led by WBSD Teacher & Coach Jeremy Denha
More Information and Register Here
4th & 5th Grade FIRST Lego League
Kick off the 2025-2026 season in October. First Lego League “Challenge” is for Grades 4-5th. Register here.
*Students who have parents who volunteer are guaranteed a spot to the 4th & 5th grade FIRST Lego League on Eleyo Registration.
Questions? Email: kevin.mcintosh@wbsd.org
Doherty Elementary After the Bell
Monday - Karate for Kids
Tuesday - Mad Science
Wednesday- In Elementary Drawing with Young Rembrandts
Thursday - In Sunset Theatre, The Incredibles
Gretchko Elementary After the Bell
Monday - Sunset Theatre, The Incredibles and Mad Science
Tuesday - Karate for Kids
Wednesday - Elementary Drawing with Young Rembrandts
Scotch Elementary After the Bell
Sheiko Elementary After the Bell
Monday - Chess Wizards
Tuesday - Mad ScienceThursday - Karate for Kids, Sunset Theatre (The Incredibles), FIRST Lego League Challenge
Do you know someone that is longing to make more of a positive impact in their work? We have the answer for them! Please pass along these job postings and tell them to apply for the opportunity to make a difference every day for our students and our community. We need great people who have the passion!
- Grade 3 Teacher
- Theatre/English Teacher
- School Social Worker
- Kids Connect School Age Child Care Assistant Instructor (a.m. & p.m.)
- Kids Connect School Age Child Care Assistant Instructor (a.m. only)
