WMS Friday Forecast
May 5, 2023
Resources - The Dilemma of Legal Cannabis in Our Community
As a continuation of Mr. Loversky’s message from last week, below are some information sources and community resources to help inform and empower you as parents regarding substance use. First and foremost, it is important to have dialogue with our students about substance use–risk factors, healthy decision making, social pressures, etc…Students are faced with a myriad of stressors and because of developmental changes, adolescents are susceptible to trying substances and can be more adversely impacted because of their developing brains.
Here is a link to SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) on why and how to talk with kids about substances.
Here is a link to parent resources from NIDA (National Institute on Drug Abuse).
If you are concerned that your child is using substances, there is a continuum of services available. First is to consider therapy, ideally with a person who is clinically certified and has a CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor). Websites like Psychology Today and Referral GPS are good places to start.
For more significant concerns and intensive programming, here are a list of local resources:
ECKER CENTER in Elgin 847.695.0484
ROSECRANCE in Naperville 773.962.1151
BREAKING FREE in Aurora 630.897.1003
LIGHTHOUSE RECOVERY (13 years on up**) in Saint Charles 630.940.2468
Family Recovery Center in St. Charles 847.457.6730
Care Addiction Center 630.402.0144
CDH -Dual adolescent in Winfield 630.933.4600
When individuals are typically struggling with substances, there are also mental health issues. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) offers support groups for parents who have kids that are struggling. Here is a link to our local chapter in Elgin.
If you have further questions, do not hesitate to reach out to our Student Assistance Counselor, Jacques Slaiher, at 331.228.5168.
Summer Reading Book Fair
Wredling LRC is excited to host a Summer Reading Book Fair the week of May 8-12. The fair will be open to students from 8:15-4:00. Students will also be visiting with their Language Arts classes.
We will be open late Thursday evening (5:30-7:30 pm) to allow time for parents to stop in and shop. What a great way to support our school library and pick up some great books to jumpstart summer reading! We hope to see you there!
We are still in need of volunteers. If you are interested, please click on the link below. Thank you!
RedHawk Pride
Congratulations to our current RedHawk Pride recipients. Know that we appreciate your effort, how you treat others, and how you follow our Guidelines for Success!
- Jake Bambalas from Team 7-3
- Kayla Beu from Team 7-3
- Ky Burke from Team 6-2
- Anthony Farinella from Team 7-3
- Tyler Harris from Mrs. Batka
- Bri Leycock from Team 7-3
- Stella Magana from Mrs. Breon
- Kiera Moore from Mr. Gabel
- Piper Oge from Mrs. Jacobi
- Stefanie Pinello from Mrs. Whitaker
- Peter Toto from Mrs. Olson
NOTES FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
Medication Pickup Reminder
It’s hard to believe we are coming to the end of the 2022-2023 school year. This is a reminder that you will need to come to school to pick up your child's medication by the last day of school which is Friday, May 26th. The only medications that can be given to a student to transport home are those that are allowed to be self carried (Epi Pens, Pancreatic Enzymes, or inhalers). Medications that are not picked up at the end of the school day May 26th, will be disposed of according to the D303 policy. This policy also does not allow medication to remain in the health office over the summer for reuse to the next school year. Medication must be picked up by a parent or adult designee with the parent’s permission.
Medication Pick up:
- Tuesday May 23rd 9am-2pm
- Wednesday May 24th 9am-2pm
- Thursday May 25th 9am-2pm
*If these times do not work, please call our office 331-228-3704 to try to arrange a pick up time.
Looking ahead to the 2023-2024 school year, if your child requires medication or any action plans, your child will need new physician orders and action plans for the next school year. Forms can be found under health services on the D303 website or linked directly here:
Make your appointments today with the physician, as these appointments fill up quickly!
School Physicals for the 2023-2024 School Year
Students entering 6th and 9th grade must submit evidence of a State of Illinois Certificate of Child Health Examination form and are required to include one dose of the Tdap vaccine and one dose of the meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) on or after their 11th birthday. Also, students entering the 6th grade must submit evidence of a dental examination completed within 18 months prior to May 15th of that school year.
If your student is entering an Illinois school for the first time, evidence of a physical examination and a complete record of immunizations must be submitted within 30 days from the first day they start their school day.
The health office is closed during the summer months. We will return for limited hours beginning in early August. Please contact me if there are new medical concerns for your child or if your child will need a health plan at school.
Have a fun, healthy, and safe summer!
The Wredling Nurse Team
SCN 48-Hour Film Festival
Current D303 8th graders - Juniors, Do you Like making movies? Want to compete in a festival? Well then pay attention! St. Charles North is hosting its second annual 48-hour Film Festival! Form a team and check in to the SCN Auditorium on May 26th at 6 pm to receive your prop, character, and line of dialogue. After that teams will have 48 hours to create their films! On May 30th we will gather at the Baker Community Center at 7 pm to view all submissions and receive awards! The deadline to register teams is May 17th. View SCN Film Club's website for all the details.
WMS Summer Athletic Camps
Summer is just around the corner and we are busy planning our summer athletic camps. Our camps will offer a variety of opportunities for students to improve their skills and have fun in different sports! Pre-Registration must be done Online via this link. https://store.d303.org/ NO WALK IN Registrations will be accepted at School.
St. Charles East Ultimate Frisbee Summer Camp
Interested in joining ultimate frisbee's summer camp, the Ulti Summer Chill, hosted at East High School? The cost is $65 on PushCoin. All genders and skill levels are welcome. Everyone will receive an athletic shirt and disc. It will be on Wednesday nights: June 14, 21, 28, July 5,12, & 19.
Check out this video to learn more!
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
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WredlingMiddleSchoolD303
Twitter: @WredlingD303