The Dolphin Whistle
WLES Family Newsletter
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Calendar Reminders:
Before School Chess Club begins 9/17/26.
Friday, Sept. 18 is an early release day for all students. Monday, Sept. 21 is a non-instructional day; there will be no school for students and teachers.
See the MCPS School Year calendar online here, or download the family-friendly calendar here.
We celebrate Community School Week next week, honoring the work of our Community School Team, Mrs. Creef, Community School Liaison, Mrs. Santos, Parent Community Coordinator, and Mr. Newland, Wellness Trainer. Thank you for the vital role you play in making sure students have all they need in order to learn here at the Landing.
Attendance Matters. Being Present Matters. Every Day Matters.
We get it, mornings can be hectic. Alarm clocks don’t cooperate, shoes disappear and sometimes getting everyone out the door deserves its own trophy. But being in school really does matter. Every day in class is another chance to learn something new, see friends, connect with teachers and keep moving forward. And those “just a day here and there” absences? They can add up fast. Missing 10% of the school year, 18 days, is considered chronic absenteeism. That’s not good. The Landing is a great place to be; it’s a place to belong. We want your student here, connected and part of our school community every day.
Saturday School Is Back—The Sixth Day of Learning Can Go a Long Way!
Opening ceremonies are Saturday, Sept. 19, and registration is coming up—so don’t forget to get your student signed up!
Supporting Math Learning at Home: Visit the Caregiver Hub
As students continue learning with Amplify Desmos Math, families have resources available to help stay connected to what students are learning and support that learning at home.
The Amplify Desmos Math Caregiver Hub provides families with information about the curriculum, what students are learning and simple ways to encourage mathematical thinking outside the classroom. Even asking questions such as, “What did you learn in math today?” “How did you figure that out?” or “How do you know your answer makes sense?” can help students explain their thinking and build confidence.
Remember to visit the Caregiver Hub throughout the year for resources and ideas to support your student’s growth as a confident and capable math learner.
Visit the Parent Hub in English:
Visite el Centro para Padres en español:
Waters Landing Elementary School Bus Routes: Morning Bus Routes Afternoon Bus Routes
Previous editions of The Dolphin Whistle
Refrigerator Curriculum (overview of what students are learning)
Phone: (240) 740-1020 Fax: (301) 601-0392
School Office Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm
Mrs. Cynthia Alvarado, Registrar
Mrs. Evelyn Campos, Attendance Secretary
Mrs. M. Deneise Hammond, Principal
(240) 753-9472
Mr. David Kim, Assistant Principal
Mrs. L. Orinda Nelson, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Padma Radhakrishnan, Administrative Secretary
