Wildcat Weekly
08.14.26
Wednesday Hours are 8:30am - 2:30pm
Email: tlhartley@mpsomaha.org
Website: willowdale.mpsomaha.org
Location: 16901 P Street, Omaha, NE, USA
Phone: 402-715-8280
If you need to get a message to your student about changes in Pick-Up, please call the school at 402-715-8280 before 3:00pm and before 2:00pm on Wednesdays.
Thank you!
News from Mr. Duncan
The first week of school is truly a magical experience. Students reconnecting with their friends, smiling faces filling the hallways, classrooms littered with fun get-to-know-you activities, and so much more. The anticipation of that first day has passed and we are beyond excited to have all of our Wildcats with us.
Today we practiced most of our emergency procedures to ensure our staff and students are prepared in the event of an actual emergency. Next week we will complete the remaining drills.
We have many other things happening at Willowdale next week! Scroll down for more information about fall assessments, our Back to School Picnic hosted by the Willowdale PTO, and more!
Have a great weekend!
Please Remember that Willowdale is Peanut & Nut Safe
Important Message-Please Read!
Dear Elementary Parents and Guardians,
We are writing to inform you of an update to our district's mobile device policy, in alignment with recent changes in Nebraska state law (LB140), which requires all school boards to have a policy restricting student cell phone use. While our district has had a policy in place, this update serves to further clarify expectations for our students.
Starting this fall, students in elementary schools may not use mobile devices, including cell phones and smartwatches, during the school day—from the time they arrive until the end of the day. If devices are sent to school, they will be kept off and stored in backpacks or other designated areas during school hours.
This update was made following thoughtful input from parents, staff, and students and is designed to support student focus and comply with state law. We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing these expectations with your child.
If you need to reach your child during the school day, please contact the school office directly. Thank you for your continued support!
Parents, Please Read!
Please click the link below regarding the Millard Public Schools Assessment System for the 2026-2027 school year. These assessments will be State Testing for Millard Students and happen twice a year. The link below gives more explanation to what this means.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mL7ou5Cs9stD3Fm0ydpVCm1zO8EAD7-9/view?ts=6a7f0c11
Willowdale Important Dates
Calling in an Absence or a Student Message
Wildcat Choir
If your 4th grade or 5th grade child would like to join the Wildcat Choir, please see the information below.
Thanks!
Author Visit Book Order
Author Visit: Candace Fleming
Tuesday, September 22nd
Candace Fleming is the author of more than forty books for young people. She is the recipient of both the Margaret A. Edwards Award and the Children’s Literature Legacy Award for her “substantial and lasting contribution to children’s literature through books that demonstrate integrity and respect for all children’s lives and experiences.” Candace Fleming has also been a multiple Nebraska Golden Sower nominee.
Families can either order books through our Friday folder book order form below (return by August 25th) or students can bring their own copy the day before the visit (to the library) to get signed. Questions? Please contact Mrs. Kalkowski (amkalkowski@mpsomaha.org)
K-12 HAL Program
Thank You Blend West!
Thank You Marco's Pizza!
Watch Dog Sign Up coming soon
Important Dates
PTO Corner
Join PTO Today!
President -Brittany Hoebelheinrich
Vice President -Kellie White
Secretary - Katie Hutton
Treasurer - Jordan Fletcher
Important PTO Dates
Back to School Picnic
New Wildcat Spirit Wear!
Look at the new Wildcat Spirit Wear created at Zander Ink! Make sure to get your orders in soon, the deadline to order is September 4th! To place an order, please use this link:
Willowdale School Directory
If you would like to be included in the school directory, please sign up with the provided QR code below. You will need to sign up for the directory if you want to see useful information for playdates, birthday parties, etc.
Lunch Room Guests
Per the Willowdale Handbook, Please, no Lunch Room Guests until September 9th. This allows all students to acclimate to the lunch schedule and the lunch process.
Thank you.
26-27 Lunch Schedule
August Lunch Menu
Student Breakfast Prices - $1.60
Student Lunch Prices - $3.15, the second lunch price is $2.75
Student Milk Price - $.55 per carton
Adult Lunch Price - $4.85
Millard West March-A-Thon
The Millard West Band will be marching through the neighborhood and going right by Willowdale on Saturday, August 22nd. The Band Director is estimating that they will be near Willowdale between 10:30-11:30. The times and route on included in the provided QR code.
Millard West Play, tickets on sale now
Millard West Game Day Gear!
If you are interested in ordering from the Millard West Game Day Store, you can scan the QR code or use the link below. The deadline is August 19th.
Millard West Cheer Clinic
Do you have a student who would like to attend the Millard West Cheer Clinic and perform at a Football Game? The link to register is below or you can use the provided QR code.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlfhJR0otdf3lEFgqZoxJqyHpCrJYR8cpliQkm2xgFiZgFaQ/viewform
Approved 2026-2027 School Calendar
Willowdale's Partners for Education
These are our Wonderful Partners for Education! Blend West, Don & Millies on 144th & Harrison St, YOYO BERRI, Marco's Pizza on 168th & Harrison St, Horace Mann Insurance, Dairy Queen at
5071 S 136th St and Armbrust YMCA!
