Wildcat Weekly

Wednesday Hours are 8:30am - 2:30pm

Email: tlhartley@mpsomaha.org
Website: willowdale.mpsomaha.org
Location: 16901 P Street, Omaha, NE, USA
Phone: 402-715-8280

If you need to get a message to your student about changes in Pick-Up, please call the school at 402-715-8280 before 3:00pm and before 2:00pm on Wednesdays.

Thank you!

Dear Elementary Parents and Guardians,

We are writing to inform you of an update to our district's mobile device policy, in alignment with recent changes in Nebraska state law (LB140), which requires all school boards to have a policy restricting student cell phone use. While our district has had a policy in place, this update serves to further clarify expectations for our students.

Starting this fall, students in elementary schools may not use mobile devices, including cell phones and smartwatches, during the school day—from the time they arrive until the end of the day. If devices are sent to school, they will be kept off and stored in backpacks or other designated areas during school hours.

This update was made following thoughtful input from parents, staff, and students and is designed to support student focus and comply with state law. We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing these expectations with your child.

If you need to reach your child during the school day, please contact the school office directly. Thank you for your continued support!

Cooperative Loss Program is basically "iPad insurance" in case something happens to the iPad, the repair cost is cheaper. This program is only for 3rd-5th grade students because they can bring their iPads home should they need it for homework. The cost to enroll in the Program is $15.00 and can be paid through ParentVue under Fees, or a check/cash, can be sent to the office.

The deadline to particpate in this program will be Friday, September 11th. After September 11th, the window to join closes and the fees will be removed from ParentVue.

More information is stated below and a list of iPad repair costs.

Any questions, please reach out to Terri Hartley at 402-715-8280.

If your 4th grade or 5th grade child would like to join the Wildcat Choir, please see the information below.

Thanks!

It is finally time to sign up for those Watch Dog spots! Please be mindful of other families who would like to sign up too, so please only sign up for 1 or 2 spots. Any questions, please reach out to Terri Hartley at 402-715-8280.

Thanks!

Skip cooking dinner and head to Don & Millie's and Freddy's!

Wednesday, September 2nd, 4-9PM

Don & Millie's Night for 3rd grade. Art will be on display and all donations from this night go back to the 3rd Grade Teachers

Thursday, September 24th, 4-8PM

Freddy's Night, 20% of sales are donated back to Willowdale

Thursday, September 24th, 4-8PM

Freddy's Night, 20% of sales are donated back to Willowdale

Order your School Pictures today!

You now have the convenience to place an online order for School Pictures.

Please click the link below to place your order. Please note that this link will close 48 hours after the picture day.

Thank you!

President -Brittany Hoebelheinrich

Vice President -Kellie White

Treasurer - Katie Hutton

Secretary - Jordan Fletcher

Don't miss out on purchasing Willowdale Wildcat Spirit Wear, the deadline is quickly approaching! The last day to order is September 4th! Show us your Wildcat Spirit and place an order today! To place an order, please use this link:

https://willowdalewildcatsswag2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/

In case you wanted to give your teacher or staff member a little treat, below is the link to the Willowdale Staff Favorites!

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1vMhyTLRc-Syj2lPi4dc-JG2Mvik6K9TagEN9I3XGwow/edit?usp=sharing

If you would like to be included in the school directory, please sign up with the provided QR code below. You will need to sign up for the directory if you want to see useful information for playdates, birthday parties, etc.

Per the Willowdale Handbook, Please, no Lunch Room Guests until September 9th. This allows all students to acclimate to the lunch schedule and the lunch process.

Thank you.

Student Breakfast Prices - $1.60

Student Lunch Prices - $3.15, the second lunch price is $2.75

Student Milk Price - $.55 per carton

Adult Lunch Price - $4.85

Do you have a student who would like to attend the Millard West Cheer Clinic and perform at a Football Game? The link to register is below or you can use the provided QR code.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlfhJR0otdf3lEFgqZoxJqyHpCrJYR8cpliQkm2xgFiZgFaQ/viewform

These are our Wonderful Partners for Education! Blend West, Don & Millies on 144th & Harrison St, YOYO BERRI, Marco's Pizza on 168th & Harrison St, Horace Mann Insurance, Dairy Queen at

5071 S 136th St and Armbrust YMCA!