July 13, 2026

We hope everyone is enjoying a wonderful summer! While we know these weeks tend to fly by, there is still plenty happening here on campus.

If you have not yet finalized your enrollment contract for the upcoming school year, please take a few minutes to complete it as soon as possible. This helps us prepare for another fantastic year together.

School supply lists will be shared in early August, so keep an eye on your email and our social media pages for those details.

Our office remains open Monday through Thursday throughout the summer, and we'd love to see you! If you're in the area, stop by and say hello.

Summer Camp has been buzzing with activity, and it has been wonderful to welcome so many familiar faces along with many new ones. The laughter, learning, and energy on campus have made for an exciting summer.

Behind the scenes, our campus is just as busy. We are preparing classrooms, completing projects, and getting everything ready to welcome our students and families back in September. We can't wait to begin another amazing school year together!

One of my goals as Head of School is to continually listen, learn, and grow alongside our community. This survey is an important opportunity for us to hear directly from our families about what's working well, where we can improve, and how we can continue making Woodland the best possible place for our students.

Your feedback will help shape our priorities, guide future planning, and ensure that the decisions we make reflect the experiences and needs of our community. Whether you've been part of the Woodland family for years or are just joining us, your perspective is valuable.

Thank you for taking a few moments to share your thoughts. I truly appreciate your partnership and your willingness to help us continue building an exceptional experience for every Woodland student.

Summer reading is one of the best ways to keep young minds active, curious, and growing during the break from school. Reading regularly helps students maintain the progress they made throughout the year, strengthens vocabulary and comprehension skills, and encourages a lifelong love of learning.

For Students Entering Grades 2–8

Students entering grades 2 through 8 should complete the summer reading assignments provided by their teachers. Information regarding specific requirements has been shared with families. If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher directly.

For Rising First Graders (Current Kindergarten Students)

As our kindergarten students prepare for the exciting transition to first grade, we encourage them to make reading part of their summer routine. Students who complete a summer reading log will have the opportunity to earn Blue or White Team points when they return to school in September—and there may even be a special surprise for those who participate! Students are encouraged to complete the log entries independently whenever possible, although parents are welcome to help. To qualify for team points, students must complete at least 30 reading log entries. Whether it's a favorite picture book, a new chapter series, or reading together as a family, every page helps build strong readers. We hope our students take time this summer to explore new stories, discover new interests, and enjoy the adventure that reading can bring.

Happy Reading, and have a wonderful summer!

Although summer is still in full swing, we are already beginning to plan for our Upper School fall trips! This year's trips are scheduled for September 16th - 18th, with the possibility that our 7th and 8th grade students may stay through Saturday, September 19th. We will confirm those final details as plans are finalized.

Our 5th and 6th grade students are planning to head to Camp Pecometh for an exciting outdoor education experience, while our 7th and 8th grade students are looking forward to traveling to Williamsburg for a memorable educational adventure.

As we begin making reservations and finalizing transportation and lodging, we ask that any family who knows their child will not be participating in the trip please let us know as soon as possible. Having an accurate participant count early in the planning process helps us secure reservations, organize logistics, and keep the overall cost as affordable as possible for everyone.

We look forward to sharing additional details, including itineraries and registration information, in the coming weeks!

Show Your Panther Pride! 🐾

Check out our brand new swag - perfect for school, sports, and beyond! Grab your Panther gym bags, beach towels, and water bottle stickers, and represent Woodland in style.

Items are in stock and ready to go home!

September 2026

Sept 1 - Student Orientation: 2:00 pm

Sept 2 - First Day of School

Sept 7 - Labor Day: No School

Sept 14 - Back to School Night: 6:30 pm

Sept 16-18: Upper School Overnight Trips

Sept 26: Panther Prowl 5K and Fun Run: 9:00 am