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Principal Updates Principal Updates

Mr. Smilinich Says... Oct. 2nd
Fire Safety for Families

Fire Safety for Families

Fire moves fast. You and your family may have less than two minutes to get out safely once the smoke alarm sounds. Sparky School House is your one-stop resource for family fire safety.

launch sparkyschoolhouse.org
Flyer from the Dodge Elementary Office Staff titled “Main Office Reminders,” using green and yellow school colors with a cartoon green roadrunner holding a clipboard. The flyer lists five reminders: bring photo ID when picking up a child or entering school; visitors must sign in using the Raptor System; report absences or lateness through WITS mail or by calling 716-626-9854; send written dismissal changes in the morning or call the main office at 716-626-9823 for last-minute changes before the 1:00 PM dismissal list is printed; and do not enter the Dodge Road bus loop between 1:40 PM and 3:00 PM.
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📆 Upcoming News & Events 📆 Upcoming News & Events

Oct. 2 – Emergency Drill; dismissal 15 minutes early

Oct. 12 – No School / District Closed
Oct. 15 – School Picture Day

Dodge Bike Bus Dodge Bike Bus

Black, green and yellow Bike Bus Flyer with Dates and QR code to check out the route.
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Green and yellow Dodge Roadrunner mascot riding a green bicycle while wearing a white “Bike Bus” T-shirt, smiling against a white background.
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Dodge Elementary has a Bike Bus that is starting up again soon!

What is a Bike Bus?- A Bike Bus is a group of kids riding together to school via bicycle.

Bike riding fosters independence, deepens community connections, and enhances overall wellness.


Rides this fall:

When: October 6th, 20th & 27th

Meeting Time: 7:25 AM

7:35 AM--Wheels Roll!

(Meeting place is the grass circle in Daigler court) *See attached photo for the route and additional dates!


THIS IS A MORNING ONLY EVENT!

**You MUST provide transportation home for your child and their bike.**
Each day your child rides on the Bike Bus please be sure to write a NOTE notifying the main office that your child will be a PICK UP in the AFTERNOON. They will be dismissed through the auditorium.

**Your note must indicate if your child is permitted to ride their bike home without adult supervision. **

Participation is COMPLETELY OPTIONAL, and AT YOUR OWN RISK. The ride will be led by various volunteers. If you would like to be a volunteer please contact Ms. Dylag at kedylag@williamsvillek12.org!

*This is NOT a learn-to-ride session. Bikes with training wheels are NOT PERMITTED*

*Cables are available to secure bikes, and will be unlocked at the end of the school day*

A LIST OF PLEASE:

  • Please PARK OUTSIDE of the court AWAY from the start of the route if you are dropping off your child and then walk to the meeting area.
  • Please make sure your HELMET is fitted properly.
  • Please make sure your bike is in good WORKING order (tires filled with air, seat and handlebars adjusted, and tightened).
  • Please WEAR weather appropriate clothing (bright colors are preferred).
  • Please WEAR sneakers and make sure they are fastened!
  • Please join the TAIL of the bike bus when coming on route.
  • Please WAIT for the group before going through intersections.
  • Please stay to the RIGHT of the volunteers in yellow safety vests.
  • Please SIGNAL if you are TURNING, SLOWING, OR STOPPING.
  • Please be ALERT.
  • Please be RESPECTFUL to all riders and volunteers.
  • Please BRING everything you need for school in your backpack and be READY for a GREAT start to your day!

Dodge Highlights Dodge Highlights

Sept 28 highlights

Williamsville: We're planning for our future! What should we consider for both our short-term and long-term planning as a district? What are we doing well, and where can we improve?


Complete the survey on Thought Exchange by September 25th.

WCSD-UB School Spirit Day WCSD-UB School Spirit Day

Williamsville students high five UB players as they take the field
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The District is once again partnering with UB to host a Williamsville Central School District Spirit Day!

  • Date - October 3rd - UB vs. Western Michigan (Time TBD)

  • Students and staff are eligible for 1 complimentary ticket

  • Parents/guardian must purchase a ticket for students to attend

  • Students in grades K-8 will have the opportunity to be on the field as part of the tunnel walk when the team takes the field

Purchase UB Tickets Here

Fall Community Forum Fall Community Forum

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Williamsville East HS (Commons)


This townhall style meeting will give students, families, staff members and residents a chance to talk about any education-related issue they wish. There is no agenda or set topic.


School Board members and the Superintendent will be on hand to listen, answer questions, and discuss the latest topics impacting Williamsville schools and public education.

 Informational graphic for the Fall Community Forum that will take place on October 17th from 9 - 11:30 am at East High School. It also features student artwork and the District logo.
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SAVE THE DATE - October 20th Hands-Only CPR Training SAVE THE DATE - October 20th Hands-Only CPR Training

On Tuesday, October 20th from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Williamsville South High School, the Williamsville Central School District will be hosting a Hands-Only CPR/AED event in coordination with the American Heart Association for students, families, staff, and community members.

A hands-only CPR information save the date flyer for Tuesday, October 20th from 4:30 - 6:30 pm at Williamsville South High School. It also features a woman doing hands only CPR to a mannequin.
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Family Flu Clinic Family Flu Clinic

Date: Monday, October 26, 2026

Time: 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Location: Casey Middle School Cafeteria


  • Accepted Insurance: IHA, BCBS, Highmark, Blue Card, Univera, NOVA, MVP, Excellus, Medicare Part B, United Healthcare, etc.

  • Insurance not accepted: Fidelis, Medicaid, The Empire Plan, Molina Health

Family Night Flu Shot Clinic poster with QR code to scan, and vaccination images.
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“Trunk or Treat” flyer for WNHS Link Crew and National Honor Society. The event is October 28th from 4:30–6:00 PM at the Hopkins Parking Lot, Williamsville North High School, 1595 Hopkins Rd., Buffalo, NY 14221. Suggested entry is two canned or boxed goods. The flyer says there will be treats, crafts, and NHS-hosted craft activities, and encourages attendees to dress up. The design features a smiling pumpkin in a purple witch hat, bats, spiderwebs, candy corn, autumn leaves, string lights, and a glowing moon.
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PTA News PTA News

Colorful fall-themed flyer for Dodge’s 72nd Country Fair on Friday, October 16th from 5:00–7:00 PM at the back bus loop. Features autumn leaves, pumpkins, a scarecrow, carnival-style games, fall crafts, musical cakes and cookies, hair spraying, free kettle corn and donuts, and food available for purchase from The Mad Irons Food Truck, Summer Sizzling Street Grill Food Cart, and The Pink Cow Ice Cream Truck.
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Join the PTA- Click Here!!!
green and yellow flyer telling families to sign up and join the Dodge PTA with QR code.
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Yearbook Photos Yearbook Photos

Green-and-yellow yearbook-themed banner reading ‘Dodge Yearbook Photos,’ decorated with a camera, photo cards, stars, books, and a paw print. A green arrow points downward beside the words ‘Upload pictures here!’”
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Dodge Dash & Dine
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