WBSD Weekly Update
This month, we are proud to honor Donna Cook, Reading Interventionist at Gretchko Elementary, as our February Laker of the Month. Nominated by Randi Fogel, Donna exemplifies what it means to be a Laker through her unwavering dedication to students, deep literacy expertise, and collaborative leadership. With more than 37 years in WBSD, 25 as a first-grade teacher and the past decade as a literacy interventionist, Donna continues to make a lasting impact by supporting student growth and guiding staff as Gretchko’s MTSS facilitator and Building Testing Coordinator. We are grateful for the knowledge, compassion, and commitment Donna brings to Gretchko and to Team WB each day.
Alexandra Schilke, 12th Grade, Oakland Early College
West Bloomfield School District is proud to honor Alexandra Schilke as the February 2026 Superintendent’s Excellence Award recipient! Nominated by Carly Bellairs, Alexandra is a dedicated and resilient student at Oakland Early College who maintains OEC and OCC honors, has perfect attendance, and is on track to earn her associate degree in Interior Design by the end of her 13th-grade year. She has supported peers as a Student Supplemental Instructor and consistently volunteers to assist with daily lunch distribution. Alexandra’s perseverance, leadership, and commitment to her school community truly reflect excellence.
WBSD elementary teacher librarians have created a districtwide March is Reading Month Calendar of activities for families.
The Oakland Schools Technical Campuses provide several career and educational scholarship opportunities for our students. Explore the information and contact your career counselor with any questions.
Advanced Pathways at West Bloomfield Middle School to Pilot in 2026-2027
We are excited to announce that West Bloomfield Middle School will be piloting a unique opportunity for students next school year called Advanced Pathways at WBMS. This pilot program is a criteria-based three-year cohort at West Bloomfield Middle School that will offer advanced opportunities in Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science in order to increase access to more Advanced Placement courses earlier in high school. Criteria includes NWEA Assessment scores, report card grades, CogAT test score, and a written exam score. If accepted into the program, the students will follow the course sequence listed below for grades 6 through 8:
ELA 7 → ELA 8 → ELA 9
SS 7 → SS 8 → Pre AP Social Studies (World Geography & History)
Honors Science 6 → Honors Science 7 → Honors Science 8
On Monday, March 2nd at 7 p.m., the West Bloomfield Middle School Administrative Team will host a special webinar for families that are interested in learning more. Any current West Bloomfield School District family is welcome to attend, and a recording of the webinar will also be made available on our district website after the conclusion of the webinar. Here is the link to the webinar.
Positive Behavioral Interventions & Support
As part of our continued Positive Behavioral Interventions & Support efforts, WBMS is engaging students with the LAKER Matrix through our Emerald Ticket initiative. They are focusing on K for KINDNESS!
Join us for a FREE volleyball game against each elementary school!
All are welcome!
THIS FRIDAY, February 27
5:30 - 7 p.m. (Doors open at 5:15 p.m.)
Come cheer on your elementary school as they battle for the volleyball trophy!
3/5/2026 7 p.m., West Bloomfield High School iCenter, 4925 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield
Learn about WBHS and how we work with families to develop socially responsible citizens empowered to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing global society, and who are characterized by curiosity, creativity, critical thinking and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate. Meet the staff and ask questions.
3/10/2026, 7 p.m., Webinar https://wbsd-org.zoom.us/j/81004848348
At Oakland Early College, we do school differently; through our partnership with Oakland Community College, we provide an early middle college experience where OEC students are simultaneously enrolled in high school and college classes at no cost to families. All students in 9th through 11th grade whose families reside in Oakland County can apply. Students earn transferable college credits, up to an associate's degree, that will follow them to a four year university. There is also an option to earn a work certificate through one of OCC’s many programs. All students are supported by our tenets of college, culture, community, and connection in a small and diverse school community.
NO-COST, high-quality PreK is open for enrollment for the 2026-27 school year! PreK for ALL helps families save thousands of dollars on child care and gets children ready for kindergarten. Enroll your 4-year-old TODAY! Learn more here.
Go Lakers!
Division 1-Region 5 Bowling Champions
Basketball
Senior Night
Snowboarding Wrap Up
Congrats on a great season!
After 3 days of auditions, the cast has been put together for our spring musical, Bye Bye Birdie! Show dates will be April 24-26. Look for more information soon, as rehearsals get underway this week.
Bravo to the cast and crew of our Black History Month Showcase for a meaningful performance! A special thank you to guest director, John Sloan III, for helping our students share their talents and passions with the community.
Food Service Program Survey
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You're Invited!
5-10 p.m. at Edgewood Country Club
All proceeds benefit educational resources for teachers and students! To purchase tickets, sponsor the event, or for more info visit www.wbef.org
