WMS Friday Forecast
May 1 , 2026
Dear Wredling Families,
As a follow up to the message shared earlier today by our Superintendent, Paul Gordon, we want to reach out in the spirit of partnership between Thompson and Wredling Middle Schools.
First and foremost, we want to be clear. Language and actions that are offensive, racist, or harmful have no place in our schools or in our community. This is not an area of ambiguity for us. It is a shared expectation.
In a general sense, we feel strongly about the partnership between our schools and our parent and guardian community. More often than not, the messages our students receive at home and at school are aligned, and that consistency matters more than we can fully capture here.
At the same time, there is another factor we need to name.
We appreciate the support we have received in moving to a no cell phone expectation during the school day. “Off and away during the school day” has made a meaningful difference in classrooms and hallways. However, even with that structure in place, we continue to see the impact of cell phones and social media show up during the school day, particularly in situations that originate outside of school and then follow students into our building.
The reality is that the pull of social media is powerful. The immediate feedback, attention, and reaction can be compelling for middle school students, and at times it works against the values we are collectively trying to reinforce.
So we ask a straightforward, and important, question. Do you know what your child is doing on their phone?
We ask this not to place blame, but to better understand the gap we are all trying to close. We often hear, “They are not learning this at home.” We can say with equal confidence that these behaviors are not part of any taught or supported experience at school. Which leads us to the real question of where these messages are coming from, and how we address them together.
We recognize that access to phones, devices, and social media outside of school is a family decision. Our ask is simple and rooted in partnership. Please help ensure that what your child is consuming and sharing reflects the same expectations we hold at school and that you hold at home.
When those messages are aligned, our students are better for it. And so is our community.
Hello Wredling families,
We are so excited and incredibly grateful to share how your generous donations have made such a meaningful impact! Your kindness and support continue to uplift our entire community, and we couldn’t be more thankful.
As we look ahead to the week, we’re thrilled to come together in celebration and appreciation. Here’s an outline of how we, as a community, will be saying thank you—including showing up for our amazing teachers and making sure they feel the appreciation they truly deserve for all that they do each and every day.
Thank you for being such an important part of what makes Wredling so special!
RedHawk Pride Awards
Most weeks we will be handing out some RedHawk Pride Awards. Below is the list of our RedHawk Pride Award recipients which will be in Monday's announcements. Recipients can pick up their award in the Wredling Main Office on Monday during their Tutorial.
This award is given by our teachers for a variety of reasons, from following our Guidelines for Success to Academic Achievement and Growth. We are proud of our RedHawks who work hard every day.
This Weeks' Recipients Presented By:
Shealyn Cook by Team 6-1
Kinsley Crillo by Team 6-1
Sebastian Genuardi by Team 8-1
Angel Gonzalez by Team 8-1
Ben Green by Team 6-1
Annabelle Harpling by Team 8-1
Colin Ireland by Team 6-1
Bri Jackson by Team 8-1
Daniel O'Connell by Team 8-1
Michael O'Connell by Team 8-1
Naomi O'Connell by Miss Metcalfe
Krut Patel by Team 8-1
McKinley Shanahan by Miss Metcalfe
Adriana Vega by Mrs. Fraser & Mr. Windle
Amelia Wifler by Miss Metcalfe
Health Office Reminders
Dear Parents,
It is hard to believe we are at the end of the school year already. We would like you to be aware of the following procedures for medications in the health office.
All medications must be picked up by an adult over the age of 18 prior to the last day of school. The only medications we can send home with students are epinephrine pens, inhalers, and diabetes supplies.
We ask that all medication be picked up prior to May 26, 2026.
Any medications that are not picked up by 2 PM on Wednesday May 27th, will be disposed of by the health office. We do not keep medications in the health office during the summer break.
School Physicals for the 2026-2027 School Year
🚨Students entering 6th grade must submit evidence of a State of Illinois Certificate of Child Health Examination form . 6th graders are required to have one dose of the Tdap vaccine and one dose of the meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) on or after their 11th birthday. Also, students entering the 6th grade must submit evidence of a dental examination completed within 18 months prior to May 15th of that school year. Students who are entering 9th grade will also need the Certificate of Child Health examination form. Those forms should be submitted to their appropriate high school.
If your student is entering an Illinois school for the first time, evidence of a physical examination and a complete record of immunizations must be submitted within 30 days of their first day of school.
We will need evidence of the physical and immunizations, or proof of an appointment by October 1, 2026. Our email is Wms-Nurses@d303.org. Our fax number is 331-228-3707. If this number does not work, fax your paperwork to the main office at 331-228-3701.
If your student is entering an Illinois school for the first time, evidence of a physical examination and a complete record of immunizations must be submitted within 30 days from their first day of school.
Medications
If your student requires any medication during school the school day, we will need updated orders for any medication, inhaler, or epinephrine
incerely,
The Wredling Health Office Team
Early Pickups
Attendance Calls
Outside Food Practice
Parents, please review these expectations with your child. Thank you for helping us ensure our school day runs smoothly with minimal disruption!
Parents are welcome to drop off food/beverages only for their own child
- All parent deliveries should be brought to the main office.
- Food and beverages may only be provided for your individual student. Ex: a pizza cannot be purchased for a group of students.
We WILL NOT accept or sign for delivered food/beverages for students.
If an emergency situation requires you to send something for your student, please contact the main office with details so they don't turn away the delivery driver. 331-228-3700
WMS Student Athletes... In addition to the above expectations:
You are encouraged to send them to school with a second lunch/snack. Their day can be long!
The "Snack Shack" in the Cafeteria will be open on Wednesday afternoons during the early release time for the athletes to grab a snack using their lunch account.
Future Saints Families
Click here for information the high school has shared with us for you. There is a variety of items we update regularly!
Future North Stars Families
WMS Summer Athletic Camps
Our camps will offer a variety of opportunities for students to improve their skills and have fun in different sports! All summer athletic camps will be facilitated by the District 303 coaches. Students will participate in a variety of skill-building activities and will be introduced to the same plays and philosophies that they will use when participating in sportsmanship!
👉CLICK HERE for the Summer Camp Brochure
👉Registration is now open on SNAP!
SUMMER BAND CAMP
All current band students are invited and encouraged to attend the Summer Band Camp from July 20th - 30th. This fun camp will help you keep up your playing skills over the summer and better prepare you for next school year.
Questions? Contact Mr. Ricardo Quinonez at ricardo.quinonez@d303.org.
TIME HAS CHANGED!
St. Charles East Girl's Flag Football SUMMER CAMP!
Ready to be part of one of the fastest-growing sports in Illinois? Join the St. Charles East coaches and players for a high-energy summer camp! Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or trying football for the first time, this camp is designed to build skills, confidence, and team spirit. See the flyer attached for more information and to sign up!
Survey Coming: Make Your Voice Heard on D303 Facilities
We want your feedback on the condition of your schools and learning facilities. In mid-May, we will be sending all of D303 a postcard that includes a Facilities Survey. Please keep an eye out for it and share your feedback!
Próxima Encuesta: Da tu Opinión sobre las Instalaciones del Distrito 303
Queremos conocer tu opinión sobre el estado de tus escuelas y las instalaciones educativas. A mediados de mayo, enviaremos a todo el Distrito 303 una tarjeta postal con una encuesta sobre las instalaciones. ¡Estate atento(a) a su llegada y comparte tu opinión!
Thompson Middle School's 100 Year community-wide celebration
Thompson Middle School is turning 100! Please join us on May 13 to commemorate the school building’s 100th anniversary. Get your commemorative 100 year t-shirt now before they're gone and check out all the event details here.
See attached flyer
Help Us Collect ONE MILLION Pop Tabs!
We’re on a mission to collect one million pop tabs for Ronald McDonald House Charities, and we can’t do it without YOU (and your grandparents, cousins, neighbors, and carpool crew)!
Those tiny aluminum tabs from soda cans, soup lids, or sparkling water may seem small—but when we collect them together, they add up to real support for families with seriously ill children.
Here’s how to pitch in:
Save your pop tabs at home—and ask your grandparents, cousins, friends, and neighbors to do the same!
Bring them to school all year long.
Every tab brings us closer to our 1,000,000-tab goal!
Let's pull together and make a difference!
