WMS RedHawk Summer Update #3
July 13, 2026
Loads of information in this RedHawk Update - Bookmark it for future reference!
Note from Principal Favero
Dear RedHawk Families
I hope this message finds you and your family enjoying a fun and restful summer! Here at school, our incredible custodial and cleaning crews have been hard at work making sure the building is fresh, clean, and ready to welcome students back. Our office staff has been busy learning Synergy (our new student information system) while handling all necessary updates. Our teachers have also been recharging and engaging in meaningful summer learning and planning to ensure an exciting and engaging year ahead. As we look forward to a strong start, be sure to check out the "10 Things to Do Before the First Day" list included below to help your family feel prepared and confident for the new school year.
D303 MIDDLE SCHOOL EXPECTATION: Students will be expected to keep their cell phones, cellular smart watches, earbuds, and backpacks in their lockers during the school day this year.
We have been busy in the office at Wredling gearing up for the school year! There are several things we need you to do as part of our preparation. Take a look below and find the answers to many of your questions. We even included a link to "Frequently asked Questions" for your perusal. Feel free to contact us in the main office (331-228-3700) if you have further questions.
Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Mrs. Favero
Coming Soon! Synergy ParentVue & StudentVue
Soon you will receive information on two new online portals for you to access important information: ParentVUE and StudentVUE. These important pieces of our new Student Information System, Synergy, will be way you stay connected with your student's gradebook, attendance, report cards, and so much more.
Our staff have been hard at work preparing for it. Behind the scenes, teams have been setting up the new system, transferring student data from our current system to Synergy, and training D303 employees so we are ready to support staff, students, and families.
Coming soon the district will share more information directly with you regarding:
Creating your ParentVUE accounts
Logging in and accessing the new portals
A navigation overview to help you find what you need in the new portal
Thank you for your patience and partnership as finalize all of the needed components towards a seemless transition for all!
10 Things to Do Before School Starts!
#1 USE PUSHCOIN TO PAY
School Registration Fees - Registration fees have been loaded into Student PushCoin Accounts
Returning 7th & 8th graders purchase replacement locks, or calculators as needed.
Pay the WMS PTO fee of $25
Band Instrument Usage (if using a school instrument)
Orchestra Instrument Usage (for ALL cello & bass players )
#2 PLAN TO ATTEND MATERIAL PICK-UP!
MATERIAL PICK-UP DATES AND TIMES
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
- 8:30 am - Noon (building closes at Noon)
- 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm (builidng closes at 7:00 pm)
- 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm (building closes at 7:00 pm)
For Material Pick-Up
- You and your student can enter the school via the gym doors upon arrival at Wredling. They will start in our cafeteria where schedules will be distributed.
- School photos are taken during Material Pickup. See school photo information further below in this newsletter as it contains important ordering information and the pre-order form. Students will NOT get their ID at Material Pickup. They are delivered to the school a few weeks after, then distributed to students.
- They are welcome to set up their locker and walk their schedule for familiarization.
TWO TIPS to make your time go smoother:
- To reduce time waiting in line for your schedule and/or school photo, we strongly encourage you to avoid the first 30 minutes if you can. That will be our busiest time!
- If your child needs time to set up their locker and walk their schedule to begin familiarization, make every effort to arrive at least 30 minutes before the buidling closes.
#3 ORDER SCHOOL SUPPLIES:
SchoolToolBox.com is our vendor for prepackaged school supplies from our lists. This is the fastest and easiest way to get school supplies shipped directly to you! If you prefer to shop yourself, you can find our school supply lists on the Wredling website towards the bottom of this page.
We know back-to-school time can be…a lot.
• New clothes. (How did they grow so fast?)
• New schedules. (Is it soccer and then ballet, or the other way around?)
• New friends. (Ooh, they live down the street. Maybe we can carpool!)
Here’s one part of back-to-school you don’t have to stress about: buying school supplies.
With School Tool Box, all you have to do is find our school’s name and your child’s grade, and you can buy their entire supply list in just a few clicks.
No fuss, no lines, no trips to the store.
If only buying new gym shoes could be this easy.
Buy your supplies today! Not sure which box to buy? Click the button below.
#4 GET A BACKPACK & LEARN ABOUT LOCKERS:
Our expectations for lockers is that students come to each class prepared and ready, with minimal locker distractions.
Backpacks may be used before and after school to transport materials from home to school (and vice versa). During the school day, students will be expected to carry their supplies and use their lockers to switch out items during passing periods. Their backpack needs to remain in their locker during the school day.
Accommodations can be made for students who need to carry a sling bag or small backpack to each class due to medical or personal reasons. These accommodations must be approved through a 504 Plan, an IEP, or with permission from the principal’s office..
#5 GET REQUIRED MEDICAL & DENTAL FORMS COMPLETED:
A completed physical form with required immunizations must be on file with the school nurse prior to the start of school for all students entering 6th grade. The physical must have been completed within one year of the first day of 6th grade attendance.
All 6th grade students must also present proof of a dental examination by May 15th of the school year. Forms are located on the Nurse/Health Services page on the D303 website.
Medical Forms can be turned in directly to the office or emailed to wms-nurses@d303.org. Forms can also be brought to material pick up.
#6 GET SOME NEW WMS SWAG!
Wredling Wear @ up to 35% Off!!!
Get ready for the Wredling Back to School Spirit Wear Sale! Our sale is here, offering great deals on all your spirit wear needs up to 35% off! Shop now and support Wredling!
#7 REGISTER FOR FALL SPORT(S)
Registration for all 2025-2026 Fall athletics is currently open. Note: Incoming 6th Graders are eligible to participate in Cross Country. Please register online (choose the registration tab) If possible, upload the current* sports physical into Snap or drop it off at the Wredling main office.
ALL ATHLETES MUST BE REGISTERED AND HAVE A CURRENT SPORTS PHYSICAL IN ORDER TO TRYOUT FOR A TEAM! Parents will be billed separately through PushCoin once your student makes the athletic team.
*Athletic physicals are considered current for 13 months from the date of the physical.
#8 STUDENT ATHLETES - COMPLETE ATHLETIC REQUIRED FORMS:
If you are unsure if your child’s physical is current*, contact either:
- Mrs. Brenda Bassegoda at 331-228-2893 - brenda.bassegoda@d303.org
- Mrs. Traci Morrison at 331-228-5145 - tracelle.morrison@d303.org
*Athletic physicals are considered current for 13 months from the date of the physical.
It is not too late to sign up for one of our Wredling camps:
Cheerleading: July 27 - 31 At the Compass Center (Old Haines Gym)
Football: August 3 - 7
Volleyball:August 3 - 7
Cross-country: August 3 - 7
Sign up to reserve your spot. Registration is through the Wredling Athletic Website. Click on Registration. All camp fees are paid at webstore/push coin.
👆You may wish to bookmark the above handbook! 👆
WMS INCOMING 6TH GRADE FAMILIES
2024 6th Grade WEB Orientation Invitation
Wredling is excited to invite our new RedHawks to WEB Orientation Day, on Thursday, August 6th, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Wredling Middle School. WEB is a nationwide program that is designed to help sixth graders transition and achieve success in their first year of middle school. WEB Orientation is a 6th grade, student-only, event that is designed to welcome sixth graders and provide an opportunity for our new Redhawks to participate in small group activities, meet other students from their 6th grade team, and connect with 8th grade WEB Leaders. WEB Leaders are positive role models that have been trained to lead our new Redhawks and help them transition into middle school.
The following is some information to let you know what you and your student(s) can expect at orientation day:
Be ready to have some fun and meet new people.
Students will be organized into small groups with other 6th graders from their team.
The event starts at 2:00 and ends at 3:30.
Drop off students at the Main Entrance between 1:45 pm-1:55 pm
Pick up your student in the Wredling parking lot at 3:30.
Students should wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Cell phone use is forbidden on this day. It is recommended that phones are left at home but if they choose to bring them, they must be set to silent and out of sight. We will not be able to hold student belongings for them, including cell phones. Students are responsible for managing their belongings during orientation.
Please use this LINK to RSVP for this event. Sign up begins TODAY and runs through FRIDAY July 24th, 2026.
Please pick up your student promptly at 3:30
Sincerely,
The WEB Coordinators: Kirsten Cwinski, Anni Whitaker, Meghan Cannon, Kelly Spotak
Wredling Administration: Francesca Favero, Amy Milas, and Beth Deodhar
WELCOME NEW D303 FAMILIES
Mark your calendar for Thursday, July 30th - 6:00 pm –6:30 pm
If your family is new to D303 for the coming school year, attend our "Welcome to Wredling" meeting our Principal, Francesca Favero, will be hosting. During this meeting you will gain an understanding of middle school, meet our administrative team, and get a snapshot of your student's day at Wredling. Hope to see our new D303 families there!
EXTRA HOURS TO WALK SCHEDULE
HAPPY SUMMER READING!
Blast off into a summer full of reading and participate in our Thompson/Wredling Summer Reading Launch! From May 28 to August 19, track your reading journey on our bookmark through the galaxy.
⭐ Color in one star for every 30 minutes you read.
🪐Color in a planet when you complete a mission.
☀️ Win prizes when you return to school!
The more you read and explore, the farther your adventure travels through space! Keep track of your progress and see how many stars and planets you can collect before the end of summer. 💫
Check out our VIDEO for more details. Bookmarks can be picked up in the LRC or downloaded HERE.
Happy reading from your Middle School LRC Directors!
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¡Despega hacia un verano lleno de lectura y participa en nuestra campaña de lectura de verano de Thompson/Wredling! Del 28 de mayo al 19 de agosto, sigue tu viaje de lectura por la galaxia con nuestro marcador de libros.
⭐ Colorea una estrella por cada 30 minutos que leas.
🪐Colorea un planeta cuando completes una misión.
☀️ ¡Gana premios cuando vuelvas al colegio!
Cuanto más leas y explores, ¡más lejos llegará tu aventura por el espacio! Lleva un registro de tu progreso y comprueba cuántas estrellas y planetas puedes reunir antes de que termine el verano. 💫
Para más detalles, echa un vistazo a nuestro VIDEO. Los marcapáginas se pueden recoger en el LRC o descargar AQUÍ.
¡Feliz lectura de parte de los directores de LRC de su escuela secundaria!
Fall Musical- Beauty and the Beast Jr.
Audition packets will be available at Material Pick-Up and afterwards.
General Info:
-Audition Workshop 8/18/26 from 3:00PM to 5:00PM (required to audition)
-Auditions 8/19 from 2:00-5:00 PM
-Auditions 8/20 from 3:00-6:00 PM
-Callbacks 8/21 from 3:00 to 6:30 PM
-Performances:
- Thursday 10/22 @ 7:00 PM
- Friday 10/23 @ 4:00 PM
- Saturday 10/24 @ 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Calling all St. Charles middle and elementary school students! Here’s your chance to show off your creativity with our Water Bottle Label Design Contest. 🎨
Design an original label for a 100% recyclable aluminum water bottle that will be featured at the 41st Annual Scarecrow Weekend in St. Charles, IL this October!
All submissions are due August 21st, 2026, and must follow these requirements:
• Label must be hand-drawn or digital artwork.
• Align with Scarecrow Weekend. Think pumpkins, scarecrows, St. Charles, etc. Use your creativity and have fun!
• An original design (do not use copyrighted materials, trademarks, service marks, or artwork). Any designs that utilize AI will not be considered.
• Account for the Theriault Booth, LLC logo and other verbiage to be included.
• Use the water bottle template we provide online.
You can find the template and more information about the contest at stcalliance.org/waterbottlecontest
Wredling Middle School - Home of the RedHawks
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Website: wredling.d303.org
Location: 1200 Dunham Road, St. Charles, IL, USA
Phone: 331-228-3700
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Twitter: @WredlingD303