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WBSD Weekly Update

WBSD Weekly Update
WBSD Weekly Update

February 4, 2026 February 4, 2026

Calendar Information Calendar Information

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Black History Month
February 2-6 -
National School Counseling Week

February 11 - Late Start AND Count Day!

February 16 - No School (Mid-Winter Break)
February 26 - African American Read-In

March 11 - Late Start


2025-2026 Calendar AND 2026-2027 Calendar

Junior Leadership Oakland Junior Leadership Oakland

Junior Leadership Oakland
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Junior Leadership Oakland is offering a three day leadership development experience for high school students designed to build confidence, leadership skills, and career awareness through interactive workshops. The program will take place June 15-17, at Walsh College, with free admission, provided meals, and transportation not included. Applications are due March 1, and the program focuses on empowering students to grow as leaders while exploring future career and community involvement opportunities.

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Michigan Design Prize Challenge Michigan Design Prize Challenge

Day of Design! All WBSD elementary schools created furniture prototypes

THE CHALLENGE: to create a furniture concept that provides a solution for individuals with unique needs


THE GOAL: great ideas versus polished products


Middle school students visited to lend a hand, as well as our partners from Sundberg-Ferar and TMP Architecture, Inc. We can’t wait to see the designs!

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Congratulations to WBHS Athletic Director, Eric Pierce! Congratulations to WBHS Athletic Director, Eric Pierce!

West Bloomfield School District is proud to share that Eric Pierce has been named MIAAA Region 11 Athletic Director of the Year
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WBSD is proud to share that Eric Pierce has been named MIAAA Region 11 Athletic Director of the Year, an honor earned through peer nomination representing a large region of Southeastern Michigan.


Since joining WB in 2001, Pierce has served WBSD in various capacities, including dedicated teacher, coach, and administrator. As Athletic Director, his leadership has guided Laker Nation to multiple state championships and countless district, regional, and league titles, while expanding WBHS to 39 varsity sports programs.


Pierce will be recognized this March at the MIAAA State Conference in Traverse City. Join us in congratulating him on this outstanding achievement!

Gooooo Lakers & Gooooo Red Wings Gooooo Lakers & Gooooo Red Wings

Sheiko Elementary Kindergarten Teacher, Natalie Grudzinski, was recognized at the Red Wing game recently as the Best in Class! We are so proud of you, Ms. Grudzinski!


The ”Best in Class” program sets out to show thanks and gratitude to Michigan teachers and educators who change the lives of millions of children every day, inside and outside the classroom.

An award for Best in class from the Detroit Red Wings Game
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An award for Best in class from the Detroit Red Wings Game, West Bloomfield School District Teacher
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Sheiko Elementary Update Sheiko Elementary Update

Check out a few photos from the NEW Sheiko Elementary. It is coming along and will be opening this fall 2026. The new space will feature an Early Childhood Center and the NEW Sheiko Elementary. Stay tuned for more information.

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Flyer promoting Donuts with Dania, a community meeting with West Bloomfield School District Superintendent Dr. Dania Bazzi, with dates and donuts.
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Parent Advisory Flyer
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Community Events Community Events

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College Admissions Tips & Tricks

Monday, February 9 at 7 p.m.

Click Here for more info.

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West Bloomfield Rotary

Sunday, March 1 from 2-4 p.m.

More info here.

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Sheridan Beal reaches 1,000 Points Sheridan Beal reaches 1,000 Points

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West Bloomfield High School Varsity Girls Basketball senior, Sheridan Beal, reached a major career milestone this week, scoring her 1,000th career point for Laker Nation. Congratulations, Sheridan!

Signing Day: Congratulations WBHS Student-Athletes! Signing Day: Congratulations WBHS Student-Athletes!

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Horizontal banner with the text, "Visual & Performing Arts" on the left and photos of students acting and rehearing on the right.
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Theatre headed to states Theatre headed to states

West Bloomfield High School’s Theatre IV during their performance of The Candidate at MIFA Regionals
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Congratulations to West Bloomfield High School’s Theatre IV class on their wonderful performance of The Candidate at MIFA Regionals in St. Johns, MI! They received superior ratings, third place, and a wild card, moving them on to States!

Oakland Schools Art Show Open House Oakland Schools Art Show Open House

Flyer for Oakland Schools Art Show Open House featuring West Bloomfield student artwork, with date, time, and location details.
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Oakland Schools will host an Art Show Open House on Tuesday, February 24, from 4:30-7 p.m., featuring student artwork from WBHS students. The exhibit will be held at Oakland Schools in Waterford, with West Bloomfield artwork displayed on the first floor in the café and conference center areas. Families and community members are invited to attend.

MSVMA District 4 Solo and Ensemble Choral Festival MSVMA District 4 Solo and Ensemble Choral Festival

West Bloomfield High School Laker Express Men's Ensemble for the MSVMA District 4 Solo and Ensemble Choral Festival
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WBHS hosted more than 1,000 students from 20 different middle and high schools from Southeast Michigan for the MSVMA District 4 Solo and Ensemble Choral Festival. Every event that WBHS entered received a first division rating (I), including the Laker Express Men's Ensemble, Chorale, and Laker Express Women's Ensemble under the direction of Jolene Plotzke.

DECA newsletter header showing West Bloomfield DECA students and advisors holding a blue DECA banner in a school gym.
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Down to Business with DECA Down to Business with DECA

West Bloomfield High School DECA students had great success at the DECA Virtual Business Round 2 Central Region ICDC Qualifiers. Congratulations and good luck at Nationals!

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West Bloomfield School District After The Bell Programs Banner
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Doherty Elementary After the Bell

Monday - Karate for Kids

Tuesday - Chess Wizards

Tuesday - Mad Science

Wednesday - Elementary Drawing with Young Rembrandts

Thursday - Sunset Theatre, Lilo & Stitch

Thursday - FIRST Lego League Explore

Thursday - Gymnastics

Gretchko Elementary logo featuring a green anchor inside a compass circle, with the school name “Gretchko Elementary” displayed below.
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Gretchko Elementary After the Bell

Monday - Sunset Theatre, Lilo & Stitch

Monday - Mad Science

Tuesday - Karate for Kids

Thursday - Elementary Drawing with Young Rembrandts

Thursday - FIRST Lego League Explore

Friday - Chess Wizards

Scotch Elementary logo featuring a green anchor inside a compass circle, with the school name “Scotch Elementary” displayed below.
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Scotch Elementary After the Bell

Monday - Mad Science

Monday - Dodgeball

Tuesday- Sunset Theatre, Lilo & Stitch

Wednesday - Chess Wizards

Wednesday - Karate for Kids

Thursday - FIRST Lego League Explore



CALLING ALL SCOTCH 5th GRADERS! Teachers vs. Students Basketball Playoffs! Will our wise and wonderful teachers take the win in 2026? Or will our spirited students bring the heat? More info here.

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Sheiko Elementary After the Bell

Monday - Chess Wizards

Tuesday - Mad Science
Thursday - Karate for Kids

Thursday - Sunset Theatre, Lilo & Stitch

Thursday - FIRST Lego League Explore

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February 2026 Menus

All menus can be found on the Nutrition Services page:

https://www.wbsd.org/departments/nutriton-services

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Community Partner Links

  • West Bloomfield Educational Foundation
  • GWB Historical Society Events
  • Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition
  • West Bloomfield Township Public Library
  • West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation
  • West Bloomfield Youth Assistance - Financial Assistance Available for Enrichment Activities
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