The Sheiko Weekly Update

Dear Sheiko Families,

We had a fantastic week of learning here at Sheiko! Our students have officially wrapped up MSTEP testing, and I couldn’t be prouder of the effort and focus they showed throughout. Up next, NWEA testing will begin in the middle of the month. Please be sure to check your child’s Friday newsletter from their teacher for specific testing days.

A special shoutout goes to our amazing 5th grade students who represented Sheiko Elementary at the Detroit Zoo this week as part of our Green School recognition! We were honored for the many ways we work to keep our Earth clean—like cleaning up our playground, using water-bottle refilling stations, and creating posters that encourage everyone to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Way to go, 5th grade student council board!

This week’s Big Announcement is for our 4th grade students: Safety Patrol applications will be sent to their school email accounts today at 4:00 PM. Parents will be copied on the email, but please note that only students will have access to the application. We want the students to complete the application on their own. Applications are due by Friday, May 9th, and safeties will be announced by May 19th. Selected students will participate in training with Mrs. Anderson and Mr. Malisow while our current 5th graders are away at camp.

Thank you for all you do! We can't tell you how much we appreciate you partnering with us. Have a wonderful weekend!

As always, Gooooooooooooo Lakers!

Warm regards,
Blaine McDowell

MAY 7TH - LATE START

MAY 20TH -22ND - 5TH GRADE CAMP TANUGA TRIP

MAY 21ST - LATE START

MAY 23RD - FIELD DAY

MAY 28TH - 5TH GR BAND & CHOIR CONCERT

JUNE 3RD - KINDERGARTEN CONCERT

JUNE 5TH - 5TH GRADE PROMOTION

The students were amazing and worked so hard! It was a very exciting day for everyone! Their boards were outstanding, and they all had the same materials but were all unique!

Great job Lego League!

All four WBSD elementary schools have recently been recognized as "Green Schools" by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy’s Environmental Education program. The Michigan Green Schools program aims to support and acknowledge the efforts of PreK-12 schools in promoting environmental stewardship and sustainability, including initiatives that protect the state's air, land, water and ecosystems.

For a school to attain Green School certification, a school building must demonstrate the completion of at least ten approved environmental activities.

If you want your child to have a cell phone for before or after school purposes, they must have it powered off and in their backpack from 7:55am-3:12pm. We also do not allow smart watches that have access to texting or the internet. Thank you for partnering with us to ensure that students' focus is on learning throughout the day.

Hello Sheiko Families,

We cannot wait to show our teachers lots of LOVE and appreciation during teacher appreciation week - May 5th to the 9th! We hope to see you at PTO tonight to put the finishing touches on our AMAZING week. Can't attend the meeting tonight? No problem! You can still help by scanning the QR code below.

Sheiko has an amazing opportunity to receive a free visit from author Ann Braden. Her new book, Into the Rapids releases 5/13 and she is visiting 2 days later! Below is a special link for Sheiko to preorder her book or any other books you are interested in for your family.

https://www.schulerbooks.com/braden-sheiko

Our Bond dollars at work!

Sheiko's new building is growing fast!

Being part of the PTO isn’t just about meetings—it’s about creating memorable experiences for our kids. Whether it’s organizing exciting events, planning fundraisers, or supporting school programs, there are many ways to help. Plus, kids love seeing their parents at school—it makes them feel special and proud!

Why join the PTO?

• Meet other amazing Sheiko parents
• Help plan fun school events
• Support educational programs
• Share ideas & make a real difference

No matter how much time you can give, every little bit helps! Whether you want to volunteer occasionally or take on a bigger role, we’d love to have you on board.

Thank you!

Summer Camps:

• WBSD Community Education Summer Camp at Doherty Elementary, Info Here

• Camp Invention, Info Here
• Sunset Theatre Camp, Info Here
• Resources for Special Services Camps, Info Here
• Other Camps around Oakland County, Info Here

Field Day is Friday May 23rd — and it’s always one of the most fun and exciting days of the year for our students! It’s a day packed with games, laughter, teamwork, and memories they’ll be talking about all summer.

We’re sharing this early so parents have plenty of time to plan ahead and hopefully take time off work if needed. Field Day runs best with lots of helping hands, and we’ll need parent volunteers to help run stations and keep things moving smoothly.

If you’re able to volunteer — we’d love to have you join us and be part of the fun! Sign up via the sign up genius below!

Thank you!!

Download the app for access to a real time bus locator. Check out the Bus Tracker flyer with step by step instructions. Be sure to use our school access code 4079WBSD

For detailed instructions on how to set up the app please see the attachment below.

Parents of WBSD students can apply to receive six non-perishable meals each Friday of the school year. The goal of Fueling Kids' Futures is to make sure no child goes hungry on the weekend. Run by volunteers, there is NO cost to the families. For the application, click here.

Email: blaine.mcdowell@wbsd.org
Website: https://www.wbsd.org/sheiko-elementary
Location: 3380 Orchard Lk Rd West Bloomfield, 48324
Phone: 248-865-6370
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/225210744201191
Twitter: @BlaineMcDowell