The school year is flying by and the end of 3rd quarter is just around the corner (3/8). We have a lot to catch up on so keep reading! In this newsletter:

• Board News
• District News
  
• Upcoming Events
  
• Family Corner
  

You can catch up on our more recent Board in our March 18, 2024 Board Corner Report (doc). Some items of interest from the Board meeting in March include:

• WMS interventions & enrichment resources and for literacy, math, and foundational skills
• WMS student recognition
• WHS foreign exchange program and student recognition
• Foundation donation

The full minutes from the March meeting will be posted on the district website after they are approved the next regular meeting on April 22, 2024 at Denver Place Elementary.

What a great performance by our WHS Theatre program. From amazing dance routines and vocals, to set design and acting, it was outstanding. Thank you WHS teacher Ken Lydy and the cast and crew for sharing your talents with the community. The next production will be April 26-27!

Congratulations to the Lady Cane Bowling Team for making it all the way to the Division 1 Final Four at the state tournament. WHS junior, Kylie Fisher, finished as State Runner-Up! Way to go, Lady Cane!

We're also very proud of WHS wrestler Josiah Puller. Josiah made history this season as the first WHS freshman to make it to the state wrestling tournament!

The magic of Project TRUST was evident during our last camp of the school year! Students spent time making new friendships and special memories. They were open-minded and showed a willingness to participate in all of the activities. The goal is for them to bring the positive Project Trust message of inclusion, acceptance and kindness back to Wilmington Middle School.

Each camp has an outstanding group of WHS students that help as camp counselors. They brought so much positive energy, laughter, insight, lots of singing and tons of fun to this camp. They made lasting impressions on our middle schoolers. We are proud to be able to have such a positive and dedicated group of students that are willing to help the next group of students learn how to have a positive impact on their school.

HS counselors L-R: Front row - Bailee Drake, Bryn Tippett, Liz Gray, Emma Edison; Back Row -

Jelani Hunter, Robbie Allen, Hunter Wood, Hannah Scott, Lauren Harmeling, Aidynne Tippett, Skyla Edwards, Makenna Tolliver

Children who are 5 years old on or before August 1st are eligible for entrance into Kindergarten at WCS for the 2024-25 school year. Parents can pick up a paper packet at WCS Central Office (341 S Nelson Ave) or request a digital packet. Just visit wilmingtoncityschools.com/kindergarten for all the details and a form link to request a digital packet. We can't wait to meet the Class of 2037!

Wilmington City Schools is accepting applications for the 2024-25 preschool program for children who are typically developing and who reside in the district. For more information regarding our preschool program check out our Preschool Information (pdf). An online application is linked in the document (page 2) if you would like to apply for your child. Space is limited, so apply early for 2024-25.

We are very proud of our outstanding and award-winning fine arts programs at WCS. This spring, you’re invited to attend our 2024 WCS Fine Arts Fair to see for yourself what all the fuss is about!

During our 3 day event at Wilmington High School you’ll get to see:

• Art Displays
• Our first Performing Arts Hall of Fame induction
• Music and Theatre Performances

A schedule of events will be posted soon. Just watch the district website as we get closer to the event. We hope you come see what our fine arts students have accomplished!

Check our April 2024 Events (doc) and grab your calendar! Please remember to double check the building calendars on the website before heading out in case there are updates.

Remember that WCS is closing school on the day of the eclipse (April 8th). Regardless of weather conditions the day of the event, we want to err on the side of caution. State and local emergency management agencies have provided information about traffic and service issues that could have a significant impact on that day. Teachers will provide students age-appropriate content in our science classrooms about this event.

The following information if provided for your convenience and does not indicate endorsement by the district. Links and content from external sources are not under the control of the District.

April is Distracted Driving Awareness, Alcohol Awareness, Autism Awareness/Acceptance, Sexual Assault Awareness, and Child Abuse Prevention month. We thought we would share some resources for parents. (Links and content from external sources are not under the control of the District.)

Did you know that Ohio has free parenting resources available? The Positive Parenting Program (or Triple P) helps support parents and caregivers to promote children's well-being and make family life more enjoyable. Visit octf.ohio.gov for more information on Triple P.

Additional resources and articles are available at octf.ohio.gov/resources-for-parents on topics like...

• How to calm your baby & yourself
• Resilient parents raise resilient children
• Understanding the emotions behind child behavior, and more