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Parent involvement is very important. We have many ways for parents to be involved on campus.

Classroom or Event Volunteers

Many parents like to work in classrooms or at the student store. If you are volunteering for the classroom or PTC, there is paperwork that must be completed prior to helping on campus. Teachers who have volunteers will work with the office to make sure all paperwork is in order.

Parent Teacher Community Club (PTC)

Our PTC works hard to support school events and fundraise money that benefits students at Walter Woodward. PTC meetings and events can be found in our Important Dates to Remember section of this newsletter. If you would like to get involved or have any questions, Maria Beccera (PTC President) can be reached at president@woodwardptc.com

English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC)

This committee is made up of administration and parents of English Learners. This committee meets several times a year to discuss schoolwide programs and how to best support our English Learners. Reach out to Mr. Correia for more information at ccorreia@musd.net

School Site Council (SSC)

The SSC decides upon academic instructional programs and all related categorical resource expenditures for a school. SSC is a school-community representative body made up of the Principal, Teachers, Other School Personnel, and Parents or Community Members. To become involved with the SCC you must be nominated for the position. Nominations and voting will take place in August.

Positive Behavior Intervention & Support (PBIS)

Our PBIS program is an integral part of creating a safe, responsible, and respectful environment on our school campus. To strengthen our efforts and foster a collaboration, we are currently seeking dedicated parents to join us in supporting this important initiative for the 2025-2026 school year. If you are interested in joining the team, please reach out to Mr. Correia at ccorreia@musd.net

Student safety is our top priority. Arrival and dismissal times are extremely busy at the school site.

Campus supervision begins at 7:45. Please do not have students on campus before this time.

All students should be pick up at dismissal within 15 minutes of dismissal time.

TK -2nd grade students will need to be picked up near the 500 wing in the main parking lot.

3rd - 8th grade students will be dismissed from their classrooms.

There are 2 locations for arrival and dismissal. Students may enter or exit onto Tannehill through the side gate or through the main parking lot on Sundance. In the main parking lot parents may park and walk up to get their student or they may stay in their car and go through the pick-up/drop-off line. Parents may not get out of their cars in this line as it creates a safety hazard and blocks traffic. Students must enter the car from the sidewalk (passenger's side). At no time should students be walking into the parking lot unless with an adult using the designated crosswalks.

In order to keep all pedestrians safe please remember:

• Drive slowly and watch for students walking.
• Do not use your cell phone while driving. The less distractions the better.
• Stop and follow crossing guard's directions.
• Use cross walks at all times.

Other Parking Lot Reminders:

When picking up from dismissal, please arrive no more than 5 minutes before the bell. As this is causing traffic to back up into the street.

Manteca USD has many ways to get you connected to our school & district information. Click here to learn more: 2019areyouconnectedflyer.pdf (finalsite.net)

Woodward administration would like to welcome you and your child to the 2026-2027 school year. We are looking forward to providing a positive learning experience. We believe that with the parents, teachers, and students all working together towards the same goal your child will have a great year. To kick off the school year we would like to invite you to our orientation day on August 5th. This is not a mandatory activity, but very informative and families are encouraged to participate.

There will be food for purchase on the day of orientation. So come out and enjoy a meal while checking out the campus.

TK & Kinder Orientation

We will be holding a TK Orientation on August 5th from 2:30-3:30 PM starting in the multipurpose room. During orientation parents and students will meet their teacher and get acquainted with the classroom/playground prior to the first day of school.

1st - 6th grade Orientation

We will be holding a 1st-6th Orientation on August 5th. Each teacher will hold 2, 30-minute sessions (5:00-5:30 & 5:30-6:00) to review classroom rules & procedures. Both sessions will be similar, so students & families need to attend only one session. Please be on time for the session to minimize disruptions to the presentation.

Jr. High Orientation

We will be holding a Jr. High Orientation on August 5th. Families will have the opportunity to visit each classroom. During orientation each teacher will review classroom rules & procedures. Please be on time for the session to minimize disruptions to the presentation. The welcome message will start in the cafeteria at 3:30. Classroom rotations begin at 3:45. Period 1: 3:50-3:55; Period 2: 3:58-4:03; Period 3: 4:06-4:11; Period 4: 4:14 -4:19; Period 5: 4:22 - 4:27; Elective: 4:30 -4:35

We are very excited to meet your family, share important information with you, and answer any questions you may have.

Hello Woodward families! My name is Lela Schluer, and I am excited to join the Walter Woodward team as a second-grade teacher this year. I recently graduated from the University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and am thrilled to begin my teaching career back home in Manteca, the community where I grew up and that has played such an important role in shaping who I am today. Teaching has always been a passion of mine, and I feel incredibly grateful for the opportunity to give back to the community that invested so much in me throughout my childhood. My goal is to create a classroom where students feel welcomed, supported, challenged, and inspired to reach their full potential while fostering a love of learning that lasts beyond the school year. I look forward to building strong relationships with students and families, creating meaningful memories, and helping each child grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, being involved in the community, and cheering on Alabama athletics. I am honored to be part of the Woodward family and cannot wait for an amazing year together!

Hello Woodward Families! It is an honor to introduce myself as your new 6th-grade teacher! My name is Danai Chavarria, and I am excited to begin my first year of teaching at Walter Woodward Elementary. I recently graduated from Stanislaus State University with a degree in Liberal Studies and a concentration in TESOL, and I am proud to be a participant in the Teachers College of San Joaquin program. I have dreamed of becoming a teacher since I was in 6th grade, so this opportunity is especially meaningful to me. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy staying active, playing soccer, and spending time with family and friends. I am also bilingual and speak both English and Spanish. I look forward to getting to know my students, partnering with families, and creating a positive and engaging learning environment where everyone can grow and take risks! I can't wait for an amazing school year together!

Hello Woodward families! My name is Michelle Alarcon, and I am excited to join the Woodward Elementary team as a 6th-grade teacher this year. This is my first year as a classroom teacher, and I am thrilled to begin my teaching career at Walter Woodward Elementary School. I was born and raised in California’s Central Valley and recently graduated from California State University, Fresno, where I earned my bachelor’s degree in liberal studies and my Multiple Subject Teaching Credential with a BCLAD authorization in Spanish. My goal as a teacher is to create a safe, welcoming, and positive classroom where all students feel supported, valued, and encouraged to do their best. I am excited to get to know each of my students and their families and look forward to a wonderful year of learning, growth, and success together!

Hi! My name is Hailey Cabral. I am so excited to begin my teaching career as an 8th grade math and science teacher here at Walter Woodward this year! I was born and raised in Oakdale, where I graduated high school and worked multiple jobs while completing college. In 2023 I graduated from Modesto Junior College with my A.A in Elementary Education and from CSU Stanislaus with my B.A in Liberal Studies three years later. This year I completed the credential program at CSU Stanislaus, earning my multiple subject credentials. My dream has always been to be a teacher and to change the world one student at a time, and I am so excited to finally start this journey! In my free time I love to go hiking, camping, and relaxing at the beach. On a regular day at home, you can catch me in the kitchen cooking up a new recipe while talking to my cats or watching a movie and playing a board game with my boyfriend. I feel so lucky to be joining this amazing community and looking forward to getting to know everyone!

The “Re-Enrollment Packet” for the 26-27 school year is open in an electronic format through QParentConnection.

Updating your child’s information online is simple, fast, and critical to your child’s safety.

You will be able to complete the Re-Enrollment Packet using a mobile device, tablet, or full-size internet browser. Click here to learn more: Online Re-Enrollment - Manteca Unified School District

All Woodward students will be empowered and encouraged to achieve grade level standards in a safe & positive learning environment.

August:

5: Back to School Orientation

6: First day of School

21: Picture Day

24-28: Spell-A-Thon Fundraiser week

September:

8-14: Goal Setting Conferences

17-21: Fall Achievement/Progress Awards Assembly

25: Grandparents Day Lunch

October:

5-9: Fall Break (No School)

15: Picture Day Make-Ups

16: Fall Festival

10/26-10/30: Red Ribbon Week

November:

23-25: Giving Thanks Week

December:

5: Omelet Breakfast

11/30-12/5: Book Fair

14-18: Winter Cheer Week

12/21-1/1: Winter Break

January:

1: Teacher Prep (No School)

25-29: Goal Setting Conferences

February:

3: Staff Development (No School)

4-8: Winter Achievement/Progress Awards Assembly

8-11: Kindness Week

March:

1-5: Read Across America

5: STEAM Night 5:00PM -7:00PM

10: Spring Pictures

15-19: Spring Break

April:

8: Open House/Art Fair (4:30-6:30 pm)

9: Progress Reports go Home

15: Stampede

22: Earth Day

May:

3-7: Staff Appreciation Week

26-28: Spring Achievement/Progress Awards Assembly

28: Last Day of School

Look for event updates in the monthly newsletter " Mustang Message"

Through smart actions and decisions, Woodward will work together using meaningful, measurable aligned data for all students to achieve mastery of grade level standards in all subjects based on their unique educational pathway in a safe environment inclusive of design, security, and climate.