THS Wolf Wise | August 13, 2025
Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! We are so excited to welcome our students back and continue the tradition of excellence that makes Timberland High School such a special place. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning for another great year, we’re grateful to partner with you in your child’s education. Our staff has been hard at work preparing for the first day, and we’re ready to support, challenge, and celebrate our students every step of the way. We’re looking forward to a school year filled with growth, connection, and opportunity. Please read through all the information below, as it contains important details about the upcoming year.
TIMBERLAND HIGH SCHOOL
- Monday, August 18 – First Day of School
- Wednesday, August 27 – Open House from 5-7 p.m.
- We highly recommend that parents attend Open House!
- Monday, September 1 – No School, Labor Day
- Monday, September 15 – Late Start Day, Classes Begin at 9:20 a.m.
- Friday, September 19 – School Picture Day
- Friday, September 26 – No School, PD Day
- Monday, September 22 to Friday, September 26 – Homecoming Week
- Saturday, September 27 – Homecoming Dance from 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Saturday, October 4 – Homecoming Parade from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
- Monday, October 6 – Late Start Day, Classes Begin at 9:20 a.m.
- Friday, October 17 – Early Release Day, School is Dismissed at 12:05 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 29 – Parent Teacher Conferences from 3:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
- We highly recommend that parents attend Parent Teacher Conferences!
- Thursday, October 30 – No School; Parent Teacher Conferences from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- We highly recommend that parents attend Parent Teacher Conferences!
- Friday, October 31 to Tuesday, November 4 – No School, Fall Break
- Monday, November 17 – Late Start Day, Classes Begin at 9:20 a.m.
- Wednesday, November 26 to Friday, November 28 – No School, Thanksgiving Break
- Monday, December 1 – Late Start Day, Classes Begin at 9:20 a.m.
- Wednesday, December 17 to Friday, December 19 – Final Exams
- Thursday, December 18 – Early Release Day, School is Dismissed at 12:05 p.m.
- Friday, December 19 – Early Release Day, School is Dismissed at 12:05 p.m.
- Monday, December 22 to Friday, January 2 – No School, Winter Break
WENTZVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Click here to view the Wentzville School District 2025-2026 Academic Calendar.
- What time does school start and end each day?
- 6:50 AM – Timberland is open for students
- 7:20 AM – First class of the day begins
- 2:20 PM – Last class of the day ends
- 2:30 PM – All students (except those who are staying at school to participate in a club or sport) must be out of the building.
- What are DEN Time and PACK Time?
- DEN Time (5th hour) – Timberland's daily hour long lunch where students can eat lunch, attend tutoring sessions, play basketball, visit with friends, and more! DEN Time is a privilege, and can be reduced to a "normal" 30-minute lunch if students display consistent poor behavior.
- PACK Time / Student Success Time (9th hour) – Timberland's homeroom period on Thursdays, where students will have the opportunity to catch up on their studies, attend tutoring sessions, makeup quizzes and tests, and more!
- My student is interested in joining a club or a sport. Who should they talk to?
- Athletics – Check out Timberland's Athletics Page to learn more about our sports, coaches, tryouts, etc. All tryouts for fall sports will begin on Monday, August 11, 2025.
- Activities – Check out Timberland's Activities Page to learn more about the clubs we offer and when they meet during DEN Time. Please note that we are still making updates to this page to prepare for the 25-26 school year!
- When in doubt, reach out to any coach, club sponsor, or Timberland's Activities Administrative Assistant, Erin Willhite.
- Where can my student find their class schedule? Students will be able to view and print their class schedule with their Focus app or the Focus website. For the first week of school, it's recommended that students take a screenshot of their schedule and use it as their wallpaper for easy access, or print their schedule. Timberland's main office can print schedules for students too! Please note that at this time, schedules are not finalized or accessible for students and parents.
- What supplies will my student need for their classes? For the first day of school, all students will need their school-issued Chromebooks and chargers as well as a pencil. On the first day of school, all teachers will let students know of any other materials needed.
- My student is going to be absent or late from school. What should I do? Prior to the absence or late arrival, parents should contact the Timberland attendance office at (636) 327-3988 ext. 27223 or attendance.timberland@wsdr4.org. Parents are responsible for communicating a student’s absence or late arrivals with the school, and students are responsible for communicating with their teacher via in-person conversation or email to catch up on what they missed during their absence.
- My student needs to leave school due to a sickness, appointment, etc. What should I do? Students can only leave the building during school hours with parent permission. Prior to the absence or late arrival, parents should contact the Timberland attendance office at (636) 327-3988 ext. 27223 or attendance.timberland@wsdr4.org. Parents are responsible for communicating this information, and students are responsible for communicating with their teacher via in-person conversation or email to catch up on what they missed during their time away.
- How can I check my student’s grades? Parents can view student grades and attendance in our student information system, Focus. To access Focus, you can scan the QR code above or download the Focus app (high recommended)!
- My student is struggling in a class. What should we do?
- Students – All teachers have office hours at least once a week during DEN Time, and students should take advantage of this time. PACK Time is also a great time for students to attend tutoring with their teachers or to makeup quizzes and tests. Our teachers work hard to help all students succeed, and struggling students need to meet teachers halfway by using DEN Time and PACK Time to receive academic help.
- Parents – We encourage parents to maintain open communication with their child's teachers. Direct contact provides valuable insight into your student’s academic progress and classroom experience. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out via email.
- I have a question and would like to talk to someone. What should I do? This depends on what your question is...
- Grades or assignments? Contact your student’s teacher via email first.
- Scheduling or mental health? Contact your student’s counselor.
- Safety or discipline? Contact your student's assistant principal.
- Anything else? Call our main line at (636) 327-3988 ext. 27221 or email one of our administrative assistants.
- Where can we buy Timberland spirit wear?
- All Students & Adults – The best place to purchase spirit wear is at our home football games this fall! Our home games are on Fridays at 7 p.m. on the following dates: September 5, September 19, September 26, October 10, October 24.
The staff at Timberland High School invites you to join us for Open House! This is a great opportunity to walk through your student’s schedule and meet our teachers, counselors, and principals. During this event, you’ll learn more about what your student will be studying this year and have a chance to review course syllabi. While this is not a time for individual conferences, we encourage you to attend to get a feel for your student’s daily experience. Stay tuned for details about Parent-Teacher Conferences in our next newsletter. We look forward to meeting you and partnering together to support your student’s success this year!
- When? Wednesday, August 27, from 5-7 p.m.
- What should I bring? Bring your student's schedule, which can be found in the Focus portal
- Who is invited? All Timberland parents and students are invited
All Sports Boosters will have spirit wear at the Open House! All proceeds go towards THS Athletics.
Please familiarize yourself with the upcoming change to District policy regarding student use of personal electronic communication devices (EPCDs). The policy, which reflects new requirements under Missouri Senate Bill 68, is expected to be adopted by the Board of Education at its meeting on Aug. 21, 2025, and will take effect on the first day of school for the 2025–2026 academic year.
Under the new policy, students will not be permitted to use or display EPCDs—including cell phones, tablets, laptops, smartwatches, and smart glasses—during the school day. For purposes of this policy, “school day” refers to the official start and end times designated by each school building.
The policy includes specific exceptions, allowing EPCDs to be used:
- During emergencies
- As required by law (e.g., for students with special education needs)
- When authorized by a teacher or administrator in support of an educational activity
This change is designed to support a learning environment free from unnecessary distractions and to ensure compliance with state law.
In addition, the District’s Student Code of Conduct will be updated to reflect the new requirements beginning on the first day of school. Families are encouraged to review these updates and discuss expectations with their students in advance of the school year.
The Student Usage of Electronic Personal Communication Devices policy available for review on the District website. The updated code of conduct reflecting these changes can be reviewed at the following link: 2025-2026 Student Misconduct & Disciplinary Consequences.
This school year, Timberland will implement a new Hall Pass system, which is integrated into the existing Focus student information system. Hall Pass will provide a real-time overview of students outside of their scheduled classes, which enhances school safety and organization by allowing staff to quickly see who is where at any given moment. It will also offer valuable insights into student academic achievement by monitoring in-class learning time and aid in managing the supervision of students during the school day/class time.
View the Focus Hall Pass Parent and Student Feature Guide, which explains the purpose of this system and how to use it.
We highly recommend that students check their schedules again, as we have been consistently revising schedules to benefit student needs, class sizes, and more over the last few weeks.
HOW SCHEDULING WORKS
Students recently completed the course selection process with guidance from teachers and counselors. They had the opportunity to meet with a counselor to choose their classes for the upcoming school year. Student schedules are built based on the Course Schedule Requests that all students had the opportunity to submit in February. We build our master schedule and organize instructional materials – both of which are finalized in Spring of 2025 – based on students’ original course requests.
SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENTS
Please note that some schedule adjustments may occur due to second semester grades, unmet graduation requirements or prerequisites, full class sections, acceptance into special programs, or credits earned through summer school.
COURSE CHANGE REQUESTS
Only essential schedule changes will be considered, and only with administrative approval. If students would like to inquire about a schedule correction, the required Course Correction Form. Please do not email course change requests; all emails requesting a course change will be disregarded. Also, please note that not all course requests will be granted due to our master schedule, instructional materials, etc.
Are you wanting to buy a yearbook for the 25-26 school year? Click the links below to order a yearbook and more. Early bird pricing ends on August 30!
Maddie went above and beyond to prepare for orientation training, ensuring both freshman orientation and the school year started on a positive note. Her dedication, leadership, and willingness to put in extra effort made a lasting impact. Her leadership and kindness have already made her a role model for our newest Wolves. Thank you, Maddie, for helping set Timberland up for success!
Mrs. Strayhorn, THS Teacher
Mrs. Strayhorn has hit the ground running as Timberland's new Student Council advisor! She’s already bringing fresh ideas, strong leadership, and an incredible work ethic to help make this year unforgettable for our students. In addition to her work with StuCo, Mrs. Strayhorn continues to bring her bubbly personality and motivating presence to her classroom each day, making a lasting impact on everyone around her!
Below, you will find the important links to get started at Timberland and to prepare for the upcoming school year. Be sure to bookmark these links for easy access!