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https://www.wbsd.org/parents/back-to-school-central

The West Bloomfield School District has moved to an all-online enrollment process. This process needs to be completed before the first day of school. Please click on the following link:

Complete the Back to School Update

Families are required to do this for each child enrolled with WBSD. If you do not know your login and/or password for PowerSchool, please contact your school for assistance, or visit https://www.wbsd.org/parents/powerschool for more information.

Once you are logged in, please click on each form to verify information and/or make the necessary updates for 2024-25.

You will also need to review the Student/Family handbook, their are updates for you to read through.

Our WBMS Administrative Assistants are back in the office & able to support parents with PowerSchool login information and updating your password. Please call 248-865-4480 should you need assistance.

We are looking for a group of 7th & 8th graders who LOVE WBMS and are interested in hosting the 6th grade students & parents at the 6th Grade Orientation on Tuesday, August 20th.

We need students who are interested in sharing their experiences with sports, clubs & other school activities. We need volunteers to help our incoming 6th graders with their lockers, find their way around WBMS, and help everyone to feel a warm WBMS Welcome during their orientation experience.

Please use this form to apply to be a host or tour guide & Mrs. Carson will confirm your time slot.

We look forward to showing our 6th graders all the great programming we have to offer at WBMS. We celebrate our diversity through helping others. Lead the way WBMS! We are stronger together.

Starting a new school year can be an exciting yet nerve-wracking experience for middle school students. We are going to feature 2 helpful tips each week, prior to the start of the school year.

Here are the next two of our practical tips to help manage back-to-school anxiety and ease those first-day jitters:

Stay Positive

• Focus on the Positives: Think about the things you’re excited about, such as seeing friends, learning new subjects, or joining clubs and sports.
• Affirmations: Use positive self-talk and affirmations to boost your confidence. Remind yourself of past successes and strengths.

Prepare Mentally and Emotionally

• Talk About It: Share your feelings with a trusted adult, whether it’s a parent, teacher, school mental health specialist, or school counselor. They can offer support and advice.
• Practice Relaxation Techniques: Deep breathing, meditation, and visualization can help calm nerves. Practice these techniques regularly to manage stress.

Thank you to Ms. Rita Yousif, WBMS Mental Health Specialist for sharing this tips.

To connect with Ms. Yousif via email: rita.yousif@wbsd.org

Ms. Yousif is working over the summer months & you are able to connect with her through email.

Orientation Events are scheduled from 9-3 PM, plan for 1 hour to complete the activities & walk your student schedule.

Thursday, August 15, 2024 :
8th Grade Orientation for Students & Parents 9 AM - 3 PM

Friday, August 16, 2024:
7th Grade Orientation for Students & Parents 9 AM - 3 PM

Tuesday, August 20, 2024:
6th Grade Orientation for Students & Parents 9 AM-3PM
(also make-up date for 7th & 8th graders)

The orientation events will be an open format for students to do the following:

• Walk your schedule with a family member
• Lifetouch Professional Photograph for School ID & Yearbook Photo
  (photo ordering will be online or fill out a form on-site)
• Pick up your new lanyard, ID & student planner
• Purchase a Yearbook
• Pre-Order your House Photo
• Purchase WBMS Spirit Wear

Parent Meeting for Returning Families:
Thursday, August 15, 2024: 7-8 PM in the Auditeria

Parent Meeting for 6th Grade Parents & New Families:
Tuesday, August 20, 2024: 7-8 PM in the Auditeria

1. Athletic Participation Fee Reinstated

For those students participating in athletics:

To maintain the scope of programs WBSD provides, allowing students to have a wide variety of opportunities for involvement in activities beyond the school day, it has become necessary to reinstate a fee for those wishing to participate in athletics.

Student-athletes in school-sponsored sports will be required to pay a one-time yearly fee based on the fee structure below. Students can participate in multiple athletic opportunities with this fee.

High School Level:
Regular Rate $325
Free/Reduced Lunch Rate $160*

Middle School Level:
Regular Rate $225
Free/Reduced Lunch Rate $110*

A family cap of $800, still applies for all athletes in the family, including both Middle School and High School Levels. It is a “true” family cap. *The free/reduced lunch rate is for those who have filed approved paperwork with the Nutrition Office for Free/Reduced Lunch.

Students must still provide an updated sports physical. Students participating in self-funded sports (equestrian, field hockey, figure skating, gymnastics, snowboarding, sailing, lacrosse) will pay their fees independently of the fee above.

Important: Please be aware that the fee does not guarantee playing time, only the opportunity to be on the team if selected. Payment will be made upon completion of the Final Forms registration for all teams that are "no cut" sports. Fall no-cut sports include cross country, football, and girls swim. Payments for sports with cuts should not be made until the student has been selected for the team. Please contact the athletic director, Eric Pierce, with any questions. He can be reached at eric.pierce@wbsd.org or 248.865.6743.

• Mark your calendars! WBSD Movie Night will be on September 6th (rain date of the 13th) at the football field!.We are excited to host the community and see our new scoreboard in action! More information to come.