The Dolphin Digest

THIS WEEK

MONDAY

NO SCHOOL (Teacher Workday)

TUESDAY

Battle of the Books Meets (7:15 AM)
Get Up & Move (Grades K-2) (7:15 AM)

WEDNESDAY

Get Up & Move (Grades 3-5) (7:15 AM)

THURSDAY

Get Up & Move (Grades K-2) (7:15 AM)
Chess Club for 4th and 5th Grade (7:15 AM)

FRIDAY

Chess Club for 2nd and 3rd Grade (7:15 AM)

SAVE THE DATES

Nov 3: NO SCHOOL (Election Day & Teacher Workday)

Nov 5: PTA Monthly Updates & Committee Meeting (7:45am)

Nov 11: NO SCHOOL (Veterans Day Holiday)

Nov 16 - 20: Fall Book Fair

Nov 19: Grandparents Breakfast, 7am

Nov 25: NO SCHOOL (Teacher Workday)

Nov 26 - 27: NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving Holiday)

Dec 3: PTA Monthly Updates & Committee Meeting (7:45am)

Dec 6: WBS Foundation Santa Brunch at Bluewater

Dec 8: Holiday Performance and PTA Meeting, 5:30pm

Dec 11: AIG Local History Fair

Dec 21 - Jan 1: Winter Break

Dining with Dolphins

We're doing "Dining with Dolphins" a little differently this month! From October 17th - October 31st grab a stem pot from Topsail Steamer to feed the family. Mention "Dining with Dolphins" and 15% goes back to WBS. Get steaming everyone!

🔥 Campfire Magic: Save the Date for the Literati Book Fair! 🔥

Gather ‘round, families! We are just around the corner from our Literati Book Fair: Campfire Magic! Mark your calendars for October 16–20, as we bring a week of inspiring stories and cozy reading adventures to our school community.

☕ Grandparents & Grandfriends Morning Refreshments

Join us for a light morning treat during our Grandparents & Grandfriends Gathering on October 19 at 7:00 a.m. Special guests and students are invited to stop by to enjoy pastries, coffee, and juice together while exploring the book fair before the school day begins!

(Can't make it in person or want to share with out-of-town family? You can also shop our Online Book Fair starting October 19 at literati.com/store!)

💡 Research Spotlight: Finding the Reading "Sweet Spot"

Did you know there’s a ideal amount of pleasure reading for young minds? Cambridge research found that reading for pleasure for about 12 hours a week (around 30–60 minutes a day) during early childhood is the optimal "sweet spot" linked to improved cognitive performance, better mental health, and stronger brain structure in early adolescence. Importantly, building this daily habit early sets kids up for long-term well-being without overwhelming their busy schedules!

📚 How the Book Fair & Library Support This Habit

Fueling Daily Reading: The book fair gives students the excitement of discovering new, self-selected titles they can't wait to open every day after school.
Sustaining Habits All Year: Every purchase at the fair directly supports our school library, stocking our shelves with fresh choices so students can continuously check out books that keep their daily reading routine going strong!

We can’t wait to see you under the campfire stars soon!

✨ Shop the Campfire Magic Online Starting Oct. 19!

Can't visit our fair in person or want to share the link with long-distance family and grandfriends? You can shop our Literati Online Book Fair starting October 19 at literati.com/store. Let your child browse and choose their favorite titles right from home!

SHOP the ONLINE Book Fair beginning October 19th

🎨 Calling All WBS Artists: Yearbook Cover Contest!

Calling all student artists! Want to see your artwork featured on the front of this year's Wrightsville Beach Elementary yearbook? We are looking for designs that show what WBS means to you!

Submission Guidelines:

Use standard 8.5" x 11" paper in a vertical (portrait) orientation.
Do NOT put your name on the front of the artwork.
Write the student's Name, Grade, and Teacher in pencil on the back.

⏰ Deadline: Submit all artwork to your teacher by 8:00 AM on Monday, November 24th.

Voting will take place on November 24th. Winners will be officially announced during the Holiday Performance and General PTA Meeting on December 8th. We can’t wait to see your creative designs! 🐬✨

Save the Date

WBS Foundation Event

Santa Brunch at Bluewater Grill!

It may only be September, but Santa is already planning his trip to the beach! Mark your calendars for Wrightsville Beach Elementary School's annual Santa Brunch on Sunday, December 6th at Bluewater Waterfront Grill. Enjoy a delicious continental or buffet brunch, holiday fun, photos with Santa, and a chance to support our school.

Event Date: Sunday, December 6th
- Continental Brunch: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- Buffet Brunch: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Bluewater Waterfront Grill
Tickets On Sale Now!

Keep an eye out for ticket information coming next month so you can secure your family's spot!

ORDER Santa Brunch Tickets TODAY!

Mark Your Calendars:

Spring 2027 End of Grade (E.O.G.) Testing Dates

Although spring feels a long way off, we want to give our families plenty of advance notice so you can plan ahead! Please mark your calendars for Wrightsville Beach Elementary’s 2027 End of Grade (E.O.G.) testing schedule:

Friday, May 21, 2027: Reading E.O.G. (Grades 3, 4, and 5)
Tuesday, May 25, 2027: Math E.O.G. (Grades 3, 4, and 5)
Thursday, May 27, 2027: Science E.O.G. (Grade 5 only)

Testing will begin promptly at 8:15 a.m. each day. Please ensure your students arrive on time, rested, and ready to do their best. Thank you as always for your support in setting our students up for success!