Cub Corner
"EXPECT EXCELLENCE IN EVERYTHING"
February 2, 2024
A Message from your Admin Team
1. Thanks to those parents that were able to attend our Annual Town Hall meeting this past week. It was great to have that connection. Please remember we are here to S.E.R.V.E.
2. Thanks to parents and students that came out to Skate Night and Ties and Tiaras. What a wonderful experience for our cubs. Parent involvement was absolutely amazing!
3. Please remember that next week is Kindness Week. See the Counselor's Corner below for more information.
4. Yesterday marked the beginning of Black History Month. Please see some suggested reading in the Media section below.
5. Have a great weekend.Woodward Mill's Mission and Vision
Mission: To achieve academic and social excellence through quality instruction that promotes lifelong learning.
Vision: Woodward Mill will provide opportunities for all students to succeed to their fullest potential by enlisting combined support of teachers, parents, and community.
Theme: To S.E.R.V.E. our community with a purpose.
Important Dates
- 2/5 to 2/9 - Kindness Week
- 2/15 to 2/19 - Student Teacher Holidays (No School)
- 2/22 - International Night (6:00PM-7:30PM)
- 2/26 to 2/31 - Read Across America Spirit Week
- 3/4 to 3/22 - Kids Heart Challenge
- 3/6 to 3/7 - Early Release/Parent Teacher Conferences
- 3/25 to 3/29 - College and Career Week
- 3/28 - STEM Night
Parent Teacher Conferences
Early Release/Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 and Thursday, March 7, 2024. Students will be dismissed at 12:15PM on BOTH days. Please be sure to note this important schedule change.
WMES PTA
PTA Team
We are excited to share our New PTA Team! We're on the lookout for more executive board members, and we'd love for you to join the fun!
Here's our current lineup (from left):
- Jessica Hughes: Vice President
- Brittany Bowen: Treasurer
- Taylor Hertica: Secretary
- Jenniffer Berruecos: President
- Tammy Bui: Social Media Chair
- William Waldrip: Volunteer Chair
Relay for Life - Candy Grams
International Night
Monday: Chicken sandwich, pull apart bread, hummus basket
Tuesday: Nachos, burritos, PB&J sandwich
Wednesday: Chicken wings, French bread, yogurt basket
Thursday: Pizza, veggie burger, PB&J sandwich
Friday: Chicken drumstick, BBQ sandwich, yogurt basket
* Please note that all menu items for both breakfast and lunch are subject to change due to supply shortages.
Media Center
Counselor's Corner
Courage
Teachers will be looking for students that exhibit the Courage trait during February to be recognized as the “Cub of the Month” with a certificate and free ice cream! Please click here for more information.
Yearbook Information
Birthday Packages
Play 2 Learn/Little Learners' Academy
Parent Newcomer Academy
Cafeteria Guidelines
Please click here for the cafeteria guidelines.
Transportation
Please click on the links below for transportation guidelines.
Arrival
Please click here for more information about arrival procedures.
Dismissal
Please click here for more information about dismissal procedures.
Transportation Changes
Please click here for more information on transportation changes.
Business Partners
Woodward Mill would like to take this opportunity to thank the numerous business partners that support the students and teachers at our school. Our business partners support our school in various ways such as sponsoring after-school clubs, providing teacher appreciation gifts, donating supplies, and mentoring students.
Please click HERE to see how you can become a business partner.
Woodward Mill proudly thanks our business partners!
Please support these businesses as they support our school!
Gold
Core Elite Entertainment
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Smiles Forever
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WhizLearning Kids
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Modern Woodmen
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Mathnasium of North Lawrenceville
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McDonald's
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Silver
Heo's Martial Arts
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Gusto!
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Bronze
GCPS 2023-2024 School Calendar
Please click on the link to view the calendar for the 2023-2024 school year.
This approved calendar features seven days of preplanning for teachers, a start date of August 2, 2023, and four digital learning days. The four digital learning days are scheduled throughout the year, with two occurring in 1st semester and two in 2nd semester. The calendar also features a fall break in October, a two-week winter break, a three-day break in February, a week scheduled for spring break, and an end date of May 22nd, 2024.
GCPS 1:1 Initiative
- All GCPS students will have a Chromebook assigned to them for the 2023-2024 school year. Students can also check out a hot spot for internet access based on demonstrated need. Families may contact their schools to discuss options.
- If a GCPS technology resource is assigned to a student and taken home, it is the family's responsibility to monitor the use of the device to ensure that the device is returned in the condition in which it was received.
GCPS Updates
Click on the picture to visit the GCPS website for all updates regarding the 2023-2024 school year.