WBSD Weekly Update
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
The West Bloomfield Board of Education proudly announces Cathy McCotter as the Laker of the Month for April, nominated by Wendy Gach-Lazar. Cathy is not only a Special Education Teacher and Early Intervention Coordinator but also a shining example of selflessness and commitment to our students and families.
We are excited to announce that the amazing Niko Speck received the Superintendent's Excellence Award for April! As a senior at Oakland Early College, with the highest GPA at the school, who will graduate with his high school diploma and FIVE associates degrees (a record), it's not surprising that Niko was in class and could not be present to accept the Superintendent's Excellence Award. But his mother and little brother brought the next best thing - a lifesize cardboard cutout for Niko's photo with the Board of Education.
Transition Updates
Upcoming Redistricting Transition Activities and Events
Thank you to all the parents who attended the parent/caregiver meetings last week. Here are more upcoming transition activities:
- Student Mingle Field Trip
May 10th:
PM: 2nd Grade
May 14th:
AM: 3rd Grade
PM: 4th Grade
May 20th:
AM: 1st Grade
PM Kinder
- Preparing all Families for Launch
- Doherty: May 8th from 5:30-6:30 pm
Sheiko: May 8th from 5:30-6:30 pm
*Meet at the Abbott location
Gretchko: May 16th from 6-7 pm
Scotch: May 16th from 7:30-8:30 pm
- Popsicles with the Principal for Families
- All Elementary Schools: August 21, 4-6 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION, CLICK HERE
We'd love your input. Please share ideas in this Transition Activity Ideas form.
Celebrating Community Partnerships
The WBHS Atomigators team 4737 was granted money from the Argosy Foundation and used the funds to purchase two Bambu 3D printers for the team and the engineering lab at West Bloomfield High School. Students will get the opportunity to CAD and design robot parts and team spirit giveaways and then print them on the new 3D printer. #OnlyWB #STEM #Community Partnerships
Tickets for the WBHS production of Mamma Mia! are available for purchase on the website https://wbhstheatrearts.ludus.com. Show dates are April 25-27 at 7 p.m., and one ASL interpreted matinee on Saturday, April 27 at 1 p.m. All WB student tickets are only $5! All WBMS 8th grade students are invited to the Sat matinee at 1 p.m. for no cost at all. Please consider supporting the high school theatre department, and just great theatre in general, by booking tickets today! They are selling fast! We hope to see you there!
Questions: email wbhstheatreprograms@gmail.com
Youth Assistance Camp and Skill Building Scholarship
Information about the scholarship
Apply here for the Youth Assistance Camp and Skill Building Scholarship! Parents/Guardians of applicants will be notified within two weeks of eligibility after the completion of this application. Please apply three weeks prior to the start of the camp/program to ensure payment of the scholarship is received by the camp/program before its start date. Please email info@wbyouthassistance.org if you have any questions.
The purpose of the West Bloomfield Youth Assistance (WBYA) Camp and Skill Building Scholarship is to offer enrichment opportunities to economically disadvantaged children between the ages of 5 - 17 years old. This application can be used for the following:
- Summer Camp
- Skill Building/Workshop
- Educational and Enrichment Activity
Process and Guidelines:
- Application must be completed and submitted to West Bloomfield Youth Assistance.
- The recipient must reside in the West Bloomfield School District.
- WBYA will award scholarship money on merit and a first come, first served basis while funding is available, and until all available funding is exhausted.
- Families may apply for more than one program per child. However, the maximum awarded is $250 per child per calendar year.
- WBYA agrees to cover ninety percent (90%) of the total cost, while families are responsible for the remaining ten percent (10%).
- Please apply three weeks prior to the start of the camp/program to ensure payment of the scholarship is received by the camp/program before its start date. WBYA will pay the program provider or vendor directly. Funding for scholarships is limited, as is the number of students able to attend each camp/program, so please apply as early as possible.
- Applications must be accompanied by a copy of the determination letter (or email) sent to the Parents/Guardians of the applicant(s) by the Food Service Department or State for free/reduced price meals.
- If the scholarship is accepted and not used, or the applicant is a no-show for the camp or program, then the applicant must contact WBYA to let the organization know the reason(s). The applicant may apply for a different program using the same application form (subject to Board approval).
- Families are encouraged to submit a thank you letter and/or a drawing/photo of the applicant at the activity, to share with WBYA Board. If the family chooses to remain anonymous, WBYA will accept the notes without identifying features.
2024 GREATER WEST BLOOMFIELD MICHIGAN WEEK COMMUNITY AWARDS BREAKFAST
Friday, May 10, 2024, at 7 a.m. TEMPLE ISRAEL
Greater West Bloomfield volunteers give their time, talent, and personal resources on a daily basis without regard for recognition or promotion. We invite you to help us celebrate and recognize these individuals and organizations that serve our community year-round.
To purchase tickets by the April 19th deadline, click here.
SAVE THE DATE! JOIN US AT WEST BLOOMFIELD HIGH SCHOOL FOR FAMILY FUN NIGHT!
West Bloomfield Township Public Library
Book Lists
· Autism Acceptance Month (Youth)
· Arab American Heritage Month (Teen)
Climate Change as of 2024: Simple, Serious, Solvable
Wednesday, April 17 from 7-8:30 p.m.
Main Library Meeting Room
Emmy award winning meteorologist Chris Edwards will talk about climate change as of 2024. His presentation will be a fact-based look at the scientific issues and impacts involved in climate change, localized in many ways to Michigan. We will explore a range of ideas to address the significant challenges we face, including what each of us can do.
For grades 9-12 and Adults, No Registration Required
Read to a Dog
Wednesday, April 17 from 6-7 p.m.
Main Library Youth Activity Center
What happens when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read. Trainers with their well-behaved, certified therapy dogs will be on hand so elementary students can practice independent reading skills while reading to a friendly canine companion. For grades K-5. No registration required.
Community Partners Offer a Free Info Session
Very Impressive Math Pentathlon Highlights
WBSD 2nd & 3rd Graders played with such heart and great sportsmanship.
Here are our medal winners from both teams:
Kingston Goble (2nd Grade Doherty) - Gold Medal (14 points)
Ephram Nyquist (2nd Grade Gretchko) - Gold Medal (14 points)
Filip Djokic (3rd Grade Scotch) - Silver Medal (13 points)
Ethan Munson (3rd Grade Sheiko) - Silver Medal (13 points)
Konrad Weiss (2nd Grade Doherty) - Silver Medal (13 points)
Alivia Diab (2nd Grade Gretchko) - Bronze Medal (12 points)
Grady Long (3rd Grade Sheiko) - Bronze Medal (12 Points)
Oliver Makries (2nd Grade Gretchko) - Bronze Medal (12 points)
Frankie Polhamus (3rd Grade Sheiko) - Bronze Medal (12 points)
Avi Schwartz (2nd Grade Doherty) - Bronze Medal (12 points)
Aubrey Smith (2nd Grade Roosevelt) - Bronze Medal (12 points)
Ian Taylor (2nd Grade Gretchko) - Bronze Medal (12 points)
Nora Duvnjak (2nd Grade Gretchko) - Honorable Mention (11 points)
Zayden Ibbetson (3rd Grade Scotch) - Honorable Mention (11 points)
Beckett Krull (2nd Grade Gretchko) - Honorable Mention (11 points)
Jaxon Neal (3rd Grade Roosevelt) - Honorable Mention (11 points)
Jimmy Polhamus (2nd Grade Doherty) - Honorable Mention (11 points)
Senior Spotlight
Help us feature our WBSD 2024 senior class and their accomplishments with their own "Senior Spotlight" social media post. If you or your senior would like to be highlighted, complete this quick form: https://forms.gle/yhdAi6YuSn2BDuCD6
Congratulations Class of 2024! Please be patient for your submission to appear.
Mark Your Calendar
April 24 - Late Start
April 26 - Half Day
For a full calendar, use this link: https://www.wbsd.org/calendar
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.
WBSD half day April 26th
WBSD has added a half day to the school calendar for these purposes:
elementary teachers to meet with their new principals at their new building for transition activities
middle and high school teachers to receive important professional development including student wellness and safety training
Please plan for all students to have a half day April 26th.
Half day dismissal times for students are:
WBHS - 10:40 a.m.
Oakland Early College - 11:14 a.m.
WBMS, Roosevelt, Transition Center - 11:22 a.m.
Doherty, Gretchko, Scotch, Sheiko - 12:12 p.m.