District Update
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Walled Lake Consolidated School District Update: November 13, 2025
Upcoming Events 📅
- November 18: Half Day for Students | Professional Development for Staff
- November 20-23: WLW presents "Hadestown: Teen Edition" - Tickets available now at www.wlcstickets.com
- November 24: PTSA Council Meeting; 7 p.m. at Oakley Park El.
- November 26: Half Day for Students and Staff
- November 27-28: No School for Students or Staff - Thanksgiving Break
Visit www.wlcsd.org/calendar for a complete list of events with details.
Walled Lake Consolidated Schools officially broke ground on the brand-new Wixom Elementary School on Tuesday, November 11.
It was a brisk morning as local officials and dignitaries gathered to celebrate a bright and exciting future for students in Wixom, which was made possible with the passing of the 2024 Bond.
“Today marks the start of a new chapter for Wixom,” said Dr. Michael Lonze, Superintendent of Schools. “We’re bringing a building to life that will fulfill our collaboration, vision and a shared belief we have for all of our children deserving the best learning environment.”
“It’s just so simple right now seeing that there is nothing here,” said Wixom Elementary principal Carrie O’Connell. “It’s just the ground and the soil and then seeing it grow I think is going to be amazing.”
Drum major, Julian Caushaj, will be taking over our Instagram Story tomorrow, November 14, to give you a behind the scenes look at the Walled Lake Marching Band's trip to the Grand National Championships in Indianapolis!
Julian will take you along the way as the band competes on the prelims day of nationals at the home of the Indianapolis Colts, Lucas Oil Stadium.
Make sure to follow us on Instagram for all of the fun from nationals!
Show Times
- Thursday, November 20, at 7 p.m.
- Friday, November 21, at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, November 22, at 7 p.m.
- Sunday, November 23 at 2 p.m.
Get your tickets now at the District Box Office.
Behind the Scenes: Tech Saturday
Walled Lake Western freshman, Kennedy Horton, will take over over our Instagram story to give you a behind the scene look at the preparations for the Warriors ' musical, Hadestown, ahead of opening night on Thursday, November 10.
Make sure to follow us on Instagram so you don't miss out on all of the fun!
The Walled Lake Central student council kicked off its annual Canned Food Drive on Saturday by raising over $2,500 and collecting 2,536 pounds of food for the Hospitality House Food Pantry. That is nearly 1,000 more pounds of food than the opening day of the drive a year ago.
On kick off day, students went around to local neighbors to collect donations and then delivered them to the Hospitality House Food Pantry. Over the next two weeks, Walled Lake Central will continue to collect donations in the hopes of surpassing 30,000 total points. If the Vikings meet their goal, there will be no homework over Thanksgiving break.
Walled Lake Central’s Canned Food Drive is the largest donation the Hospitality House Food Pantry receives each year.
If you’d like to donate, you can purchase items from the Vikings’ Canned Food Drive Amazon Wishlist or drop items off at the bin in front of the main entrance at Walled Lake Central now through Friday, November 21.
In an effort to find additional ways to celebrate our staff, the WLCSD Community Relations department requests that families fill out the information below for staff who are rock stars in their classrooms and school communities.
A sample of what these shout outs will look like on social media and in our district newsletters is on the right.
Doug Goodwin honored with Golden Apple Award
Former Pleasant Lake Elementary paraeducator, Doug Goodwin, received a Golden Apple Award posthumously at the November 6, 2025 Board of Education meeting. Cheryl Goodwin, his wife and retired social worker for the district, accepted the award in his honor.
Goodwin was nominated by Pleasant Lake Elementary teachers, River Eubanks and Sarah Przybylo, because he loved to teach students new skills and watch them independently mark their goals.
“Doug always showed up to help with a smile on his face, even on the hardest days,” said Przybylo. “He highlighted the good in the day, which always made students and staff laugh and smile.”
“Doug’s passion for education and his willingness to go above and beyond made him a valuable asset to the district,” said Eubanks. “Doug was a positive role model for others by leading with integrity, professionalism and a strong commitment to excellence. He set a high standard through his dedication, work ethic and positive attitude, inspiring those around him to strive for their best. Doug approached challenges with determination and a proactive mindset, always seeking ways to improve and grow."
Graduate Spotlight Nomination
Please complete the following form in order to be considered for the Graduate Spotlight section of the WLCSD quarterly Learning newsletter. The nominated student needs to be a 2016 graduate or before.
Please contact pamelacole@wlcsd.org with any questions.
FFE News and Notes
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Email: danieldurkin@wlcsd.org
Website: www.wlcsd.org
Location: 850 Ladd Road, Walled Lake, MI, USA
Phone: (248) 956-2000
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