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Wilder-Waite Weekly Update
March 8, 2024
Upcoming Dates to Remember
3/12/24 - PTO Meeting, 6:00 pm, Wilder-Waite Library or via Zoom
3/13/24 - PTO Cook's Night Out at Panda Express, 4 pm - 9 pm
3/15/24 - 5th Grade 1,000th Day of School
3/19/24 - 3/21/24 - PTO Donuts with Grownups, 7 - 7:25 am, Wilder-Waite Cafeteria:
- TUESDAY 3/19: Last Names A-G
- WEDNESDAY 3/20: Last Names H-O
- THURSDAY 3/21: Last Names P-Z
3/22/24 - 5th Grade March Madness Basketball Game
3/22/24 - School Improvement Day - Half Day for Students (No Lunch Served)
3/25/24 - 3/29/24 - Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
2024/25 School Registration
Register Today!
Emails have been sent to all Wilder-Waite families regarding registration for the 2024/2025 school year. Emails contain a direct link/snapcode that will allow current families to enroll their student(s) for the next school year.
Please complete this as soon as possible, as it helps us with staffing decisions for next year.
Not Returning to Wilder-Waite Next Year?
If your student(s) will NOT be returning to Wilder-Waite next year, please contact the office (309-243-7728) or email Mrs. Stone as soon as possible.
IAR State Testing - Week of 3/14
Testing Begins Next Week!
Next week, all 3rd, 4th and 5th graders will begin their first week of IAR testing. Testing will be held Monday through Friday, as the tests are broken up over the week.
Request to Families:
To help ensure that all students are focused and ready for testing, please remember:
- Make sure your student is ON TIME for school.
- They should get a good night's rest.
- Have them eat breakfast every morning.
Thank you in advance for your help!
5 Essentials Parent Survey Update
Goal Met 32% - Thank You!
We are excited to announce that we exceeded our goal of parent participation for the 5 Essentials Survey! Thank you to every family who took the time to complete the survey. Your feedback is valued and very important to the district.
It's not too late - the survey is still open!
Click the button below to take the 5Essentials Parent/Guardian Survey. You will need to enter a valid email address, select “Peoria County” and select the school for which you will be completing the survey.
The 5 Essentials Parent Survey is intended to help our school district make decisions with the ultimate goal of helping students learn and grow!
Thank you in advance for your participation!
What's for Lunch?
Tuesday 3/12: Bunch for lunch: cheese omelet, french toast, potato triangle, baby carrots, assorted fruit, milk
Wednesday 3/13: Corn dog, sweet potato fries, mixed vegetables, juice slushie, assorted fruit, milk
Thursday 3/14: Chicken tenders, wheat roll, mashed potatoes, green beans, assorted fruit, milk
Friday 3/15: Bosco sticks, corn, side salad, assorted fruit, milk
ADDITIONAL LUNCH OPTIONS
1. Vegetarian: Chef Garden Salad
2. Wowbutter and Jelly Sandwich with Cheese Stick
Please have your student inform their teacher every morning of their lunch choice.
Milk is available for purchase for a la carte for $0.45.
JDRF Coin Wars Continues - Bring In Your Coins!
Bring in those coins, because the class with the highest coin donation will be rewarded with a popsicle party!
Wilder-Waite PTO Updates
Exciting News - PTO Newsletter!
The very first PTO newsletter will be sent out mid-March! It will be a Smore newsletter just like the Wilder-Waite Weekly Update, and will be emailed to all families following the monthly PTO meeting.
In addition, the newsletter link will be included in the weekly school letter for reference.
Thank you to our PTO who made this newsletter into a reality!
March PTO Meeting
PTO will be holding their February PTO meeting on Tuesday, 3/12, at 6:00 pm in the Wilder-Waite library. All families and staff are invited to attend to learn what the PTO has been planning!
Unable to make it in person? There will be a Zoom option to attend virtually. See below:
Zoom Information:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84631414164?pwd=U29pd3Z2VjcrYVBRWTF1aEs0RC9uQT09
Meeting ID: 846 3141 4164
Passcode: 077992
March Cook's Night Out at Panda Express
Donuts With Grownups
We invite you to come enjoy an early morning treat with your special Wildcat in the Wilder-Waite cafeteria!
We have divided students and their familys over three days so we can comfortably accomodate everyone and their special guests:
- Last name beginning with: A-G: Tuesday, March 19th, 7 am - 7:25 am
- Last name beginning with H-O: Wednesday, March 20th, 7 am - 7:25 am
- Last name beginning with P-Z: Thursday, March 21st, 7 am - 7:25 am
**Allergy friendly options will be available. If you would like to help with this event, please reach out to the PTO: wilderwaitepto@gmail.com.
Open PTO Positions - 2024/25 School Year
Are you interested in taking a position within the Wilder-Waite PTO next year? If so, there are openings and the PTO would LOVE to have your help! The PTO is currently seeking a new Treasurer and Social Media Chair. If you would like to learn more, please contact the PTO President, Sam Auch, at wilderwaitepto@gmail.com.
Upcoming PTO Dates to Remember
3/12/24 - March PTO Meeting, 6:00 pm in the Wilder-Waite Library or via Zoom
3/19/24 - 3/21/24 - Donuts with Grown-ups, 7 am - 7:25 am
April 2024 - Spring Book Fair (date TBD)
5/6/24 - 5/10/24 - Staff Appreciation Week (Take the survey below to get involved!)
5/16/24 - Picnic on the Playground - Families invited to have a picnic dinner at the Wilder-Waite Playground.
Staff Appreciation Survey
The PTO is seeking volunteers for Staff Appreciation Week in May (5/6/24-5/10/24). Please see the survey below that provides details on how you can help. They are seeking ideas as well!
There are jobs that can be done during the school day or at home.
Thank you!
Dunlap Valley Literacy Night - RSVP Today!
Dunlap Community Happenings
Wilder-Waite Grade School
Website: https://ww.dunlapcusd.net/
Location: 10021 North Pacific Street, Peoria, IL, USA
Phone: 309-243-7728
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wilderwaite