Wildcat Weekly
Robot Revolution
We would like to formally invite you to the 6th Annual District 112 Robot Revolution Tournament. There will be 95 teams and nearly 300 students participating from elementary and middle schools across District 112. The Robot Revolution robotics program is a signature 112 Education Foundation program, and this tournament is the culminating event of the winter season.
Come and Cheer on the DEFENDING CHAMPION WILDCATS!
Date: December 17th, 2022
Opening Ceremony: 8:30am
Morning Session: 9:00am - 11:00am
Afternoon Session: 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Northwood (large gymnasium)
12/16: Giving Back Event
Thank you to the Wayne Thomas PTO for organizing this event!
PTO Corner
THE SEASON OF GIVING
We are grateful for the continued generosity of our families throughout the school year to fund the programs and activities that make Wayne Thomas School a wonderful place. Looking for ways to make a meaningful contribution this season?
Staff Appreciation Holiday Fund: Donations will be used to thank our staff with a year-end appreciation gift. (Last year our staff got awesome WT hoodies and meals!) All donations are optional, anonymous and pooled together to cover a gift for every member of our staff. (Please note: This is in lieu of class-organized teacher gifts, but you are welcome to give a separate gift to your child's teachers.) https://www.waynethomaspto.com/form/m/216258
2022 Community Service Project Fund: The PTO will fund items to be packaged by our students at school in a community partnership with Fill a Heart 4 Kids on Friday, December 16. This wonderful organization will visit our students to discuss the importance of community, giving back and helping those less fortunate.
https://www.waynethomaspto.com/form/m/216258
VOLUNTEER: Give the gift of your time and assist with the school-wide service project on Friday, December 16: https://www.waynethomaspto.com/volunteer/102916
NSSD112 DAY OF GIVING - SATURDAY, 12/10
Join the WT PTO, all other District 112 schools and the 112 Education Foundation for the 2022 Day of Giving on Saturday, December 10. This important community event benefits hundreds of families in Highland Park and Highwood through an organized collection of groceries, toiletries and clothing for families in need.
The Wayne Thomas PTO has signed on to purchase 100 boxes of oatmeal to distribute to our community in need. If you are able, families are also encouraged to donate items on their own to the collection before 12/10.They are far from their goals, so any little contribution will go a long way! Visit www.waynethomaspto.com/dayofgiving for links to wishlists and more details on how to support our community.
TREX PLASTIC BAG & WRAP RECYCLING PROGRAM
Did you know that you cannot recycle plastic bags and wrap with your everyday recycling (that gets picked up by our local waste management company)? These materials require special processing in order to be recycled. Wayne Thomas is proud to partner with Trex Company to make this process easier for all of us to execute.
Please bring in CLEAN & DRY (no bags with food - if they've had food in them they must be rinsed and dry) and drop in the bin in the front vestibule. You can double check the magnets that were sent home for what items are acceptable.
LIBRARY VOLUNTEERS
Sign up to help the awesome Mr. V in the library. There is no limit to how many slots you can sign up for (you must be logged in to sign up). https://www.waynethomaspto.com/volunteer/97265?d=2022-09-01
HOT LUNCH (via Lunch Solutions)
Skip packing a lunch AND support Wayne Thomas School with our hot lunch fundraising program - Food Days via Lunch Solutions! Choose from a wide selection of meal options from local restaurants, delivered directly to your student at school. Orders are due by 9:30am Thursday the week prior. Learn more at https://ptgms.com/lunchsolutions/waynethomas.
NEXT SEMESTER LUNCH VOLUNTEER SIGN UP IS LIVE!
If you'd like to volunteer to work lunch and help pass out our free, fresh fruit, please sign up at the following link: https://www.waynethomaspto.com/volunteer/94880
CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS THE WILDCAT WAY
Did you know...you can celebrate your student's birthday Wildcat style AND support our school with our Wayne Thomas Birthday Yard Signs?! A $25 rental fee provides you with THREE extra large 3-foot yard signs to display on your lawn for 24 hours.
Connect with Wayne Thomas
Email:
Website: Click the link
Location: 2939 Summit Ave. Highland Park, IL
Phone: 224-765-3900
Facebook: Click the Link
Twitter: @wayneThomasscho