Kevin Szawala, a.k.a. Mr. Peace, is a nationally-recognized Youth Motivational Speaker. Through the use of hip-hop, humor and heart he has given hope to over 1,000,000 people in 1,000+ schools in 20 states nationwide, primarily with his K-12 bullying, cyberbullying, diversity, substance abuse and suicide prevention school assembly programs. This week he did presentations on bullying (Look at the Heart First) and respect (We are all Miracles) at all of our elementary schools. The presentation at Sheiko was sponsored by LaFontaine and the three others by West Bloomfield Youth Assistance. All were coordinated and also sponsored by the Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition.

Lisa Berkey of GWBCC said she particularly loves when he has the children look at their palms and points out everyone has an "M" for Miracle. And if they turn that upside down, it makes a "W" to help them remember they are all Worthy.

Elementary School Menus

• Breakfast Menu August - September 2024
• Lunch Menu August - September 2024

Middle School Menus

• Breakfast Menu August - September 2024
• Lunch Menu August - September 2024

High School Menus

• Breakfast Menu August - September 2024
• Lunch Menu August - September 2024

The new school year has opened in meal magic so we are ready for free and reduced applications to start coming in. We are serving free meals under Michigan School Meals again this year, but we still need all families to complete an application. The free and reduced meals application is now called the "Education and Nutrition Benefits Application." This is because it is tied to other benefits that families may receive such as Summer EBT. These supplemental programs have the potential to offer additional support for reduced priced sports, ACT, SAT, college application and AP exam waivers. This information is also critical in determining the amount of money our schools receive from a variety of State and Federal supplemental programs.

Here is an FAQ letter answering Frequently Asked Questions. All of our applications are taken 100% online.

Our special dietary needs form is also posted online. This needs to be filled out and returned to nutrition services for any students that may have severe medical food allergies. Thank you!

Parents of WBSD students can apply to receive six non-perishable meals each Friday of the school year. The goal of Fueling Kids' Futures is to make sure no child goes hungry on the weekend. Run by volunteers, there is NO cost to the families. For the application, click here.

Save the Date: the major fundraiser for Fueling Kids' Futures is Trivia Night Friday, November 8.

Check out the newsletter for events, opportunities, and more! From Sonja James, WBSD Executive Director of Educational Equity and Inclusion

See your school newsletter for more details, but be sure to save the date for these Curriculum Night open houses at each school. The remaining events are:

• Sheiko, 9/11, 6 p.m.
• WBMS, 9/12, 5 p.m.
• Gretchko, 9/12, 6 p.m.
• Scotch, 9/18, K-2 at 6 p.m., 3-5 at 7 p.m.

West Bloomfield Parks has partnered with West Bloomfield Township, the West Bloomfield School District and the West Bloomfield Public Library to host our annual Heroes Appreciation Breakfast. We appreciate the hard-work and sacrifices made by those in the military and this event is our way to honor and recognize those individuals and their families.

November 2, 2024, from 9–10:30 am at the West Bloomfield Middle School

Whether you are a veteran or non-veteran, this event is open to you. Veterans and one guest are able to attend for free. Additional guests or non-veterans can attend for $15. ​

Event will include:

Breakfast
Presentation by the West Bloomfield Honor Guard
Guest Speaker Brigadier General Ravindra Wagh
Live Entertainment by HarmonyTown Chorus

To learn more or to register visit wbparks.org/heroes

The 2024 Michigan Governor's High School Cyber Challenge is a two-round challenge program run by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) and SANS Institute. The first round started June 1 and continues through September 25. An in-person cyber range tournament called SANS NetWars follows as the championship round in October.

All Michigan high school students at least 16 years old are invited to participate in this series of free challenges designed to test their knowledge of cybersecurity, computer science, and information technology. The only requirements are an interest in cybersecurity and access to a computer. Students are encouraged to register on the 2024 Michigan Governor's High School Cyber Challenge website.

• Check out the Athletics calendar here for upcoming events.
• Shop Laker spirit gear here.
• Download Go Fan to purchase tickets for upcoming WBHS games

Fall Play-Save the Date!
A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare

Nov 14, 15, 16 at 7 p.m.

Nov 16 at 1 p.m.

WBSD Community Education offers a wide array of enrichment and recreation classes. Check out what your Elementary School is offering during After the Bell OR evening classes.

• Wrestling
• Soccer
• Karate
  
• Sunset Theatre
• Dodgeball
• Chess Wizards
• Team Handball Coached by former member of Team USA Joey Williams
• Stay tuned for more information
• Math Pentathlon K-7, Parent Info Night via Zoom Coming Soon
• FIRST LEGO League for 1st-3rd starts Jan/Feb 2025
  

For more information and online registration, click here. Use the search feature to type in the program.

If approved by voters, library millage funds would be used for:

• replacement of aging building components
• updates to IT Infrastructure, including 24/7 holds pickup lockers
• improvements to programming areas, including the Meeting Room and outdoor spaces
• expanded digital collections (eBooks, eAudiobooks, etc.)

Learn more at wblib.org/millage.

Book Lists

· Back to School (Youth)

· Schooled in Magic (Teen)

· Fall Sports (Youth)

Adventures in Art

Saturday, September 14 from 10:30am – noon

Main Library Youth Activity Center
A monthly elementary school art class, where creativity knows no bounds! In this vibrant space, young artists embark on an exciting journey through the world of drawing, painting, and early color theory.

For grades 2nd – 5th. Registration is required, click to register at https://westbloomfield.librarycalendar.com/event/artistic-adventures-5175

Puzzle & Game Swap

Saturday, September 14 from 10am – noon

Main Library Meeting Room

Drop off your gently used puzzles and board games to swap with other community members! You can drop off your items any time Monday- Friday the week before the swap at the Welcome desk at the Main Library. Items must have all pieces present and be in good condition. Come back on Saturday, September 14th from 10a -12p and take part in the swap. You don't need to bring an item to take an item. Participants can take home up to 3 items. For All Ages. No Registration Required

Open House

Saturday, September 21 from 12noon – 3pm

Main Library Community Commons Space
The library staff is excited to share all of the new spaces and exciting programming that we have added this year with the community. Drop in and take a look at our new Community Commons space where there will be demos of our new maker equipment. Our Reflection Room will also be open with a special mindfulness sessions at 12:30 PM and 1:30PM. The afternoon will end with a walk on our new storybook trail with local, bestselling children’s author Deb Pilutti. For All Ages. No Registration Required

• WBSD Employment Opportunities
• GWB Historical Society Events
• Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition
• West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation
• West Bloomfield Township Public Library

We have some job openings!

Please share these opportunities with your friends and family.

Job Postings.

To view the 2024-25 Calendar, which includes the start and end times for schools next year, Click Here. All start and end times remain the same except for Sheiko which will be on the center tier time schedule (8:20 a.m. start, 3:12 p.m. dismissal) while at the temporary location.

October 3: No School
October 30: Late Start