Wilmeth Elementary Newsletter

McKinney Education Foundation offers a unique opportunity to support a specific project or goal designed especially to meet a need on our campus by one of our very own Wilmeth staff members. The Family Funded Grant site below provides a direct link to donate. Thank you for your support!

Read more here- https://secure.qgiv.com/event/mefgrants/team/974135/

Gratitude: choosing to appreciate the people and things in our lives.

Character Strong Family Newsletters

Kindergarten Family Connection -Gratitude

1st Grade Family Connection -Gratitude

2nd Grade Family Connection -Gratitude

3rd Grade Family Connection -Gratitude

4th Grade Family Connection -Gratitude

5th Grade Family Connection -Gratitude

McKinney ISD strives to provide a safe and secure environment for our students, staff and community. All threats and all reports of suspicious activity are thoroughly investigated by our Safety & Security department, in conjunction with the McKinney Police Department. Unfortunately, false reports of violence to schools are trending, and in an effort to impede this kind of illegal behavior, we want everyone to understand the consequences of saying or making a fake threats.

This follow up video to MISD's video- Your Words & Actions Matter- provides information on the threat assessment process and support provided at Wilmeth Elementary.

Wilmeth PTO Birthday Message Sign Up & Donation - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceQYA5yyO2OSPR4Rzr7yYdN0-jvANQ6ANxmZmh9Mrb3pwHWA/viewform

Wilmeth Elementary Website

Wilmeth's events can be viewed in "list" view with flyers linked in or as a "calendar" view!

Check it out - CLICK HERE

Click image below to learn more!

Book Fair Volunteers Needed! Sign Up Here -> https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E4EABAC2FA02-48439064-wilmeth#/

Wilmeth PTO Website -> https://www.wilmethpto.com/

PTO Volunteer Opportunities-> https://tinyurl.com/bddkttec

Class Party Donation->

https://tinyurl.com/wilmethpaypal

PTO Remind Group -> Text @wilmethpto to 81010 or remind.com/join/wilmethpto

Wilmeth Yearbook Order-> https://web.treering.com/create-account/101554911235433?PassCode=101554911235433 (school code 101554911235433)

Wilmeth PTO Checklist Flyer

Watch DOGS Sign Up-> https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F49ADAF29A2FCC70-51433094-watchdogs#/

Here is the link to complete your annual background check: https://www.mckinneyisd.net/human-resources/volunteer/ .

Click below to order!

https://web.treering.com/create-account/101554911235433?PassCode=101554911235433

Here is the link to complete your annual background check: https://www.mckinneyisd.net/human-resources/volunteer/ . We look forward to seeing you this year!

MISD Superintendent Shawn Pratt Accepts Toys for Tots Challenge as Monument Realty PGA District Hosts North Texas Kickoff

MISD Superintendent Shawn Pratt and Frisco ISD Superintendent Dr. Mike Waldrip are calling on their respective school districts to pull out all the stops to help make this the most successful year ever for Toys for Tots in North Texas as the two superintendents entered into a friendly competition Thursday to see which school district can bring in the most toys. Waldrip issued the challenge—which Pratt and Board Secretary Harvey Oaxaca accepted—during the Toys for Tots kick off event in Frisco on Thursday. In this challenge, ultimately, it’s the kids who win.

Read more here: https://www.mckinneyisd.net/article/1828638

Watch the FOX 4 story here: https://www.fox4news.com/video/1533742

Providing a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors is among our highest priorities. Our school district has undertaken a number of necessary steps toward preparing staff and students for emergencies, securing facilities, and working cooperatively with law enforcement/emergency services.

Click this link to learn more about McKinney ISD's Safe and Secure programs and initiatives.

The handout linked explains the Standard Response Protocol that staff and students follow and practice throughout the year. Please use this link to view the Standard Response Protocol handout.

October is recognized worldwide as Dyslexia Awareness Month, a time to come together to raise awareness, share resources, and tell stories about dyslexia successes. Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition, decoding abilities, and poor spelling. Click on this video link for more information on Dyslexia: https://youtu.be/zafiGBrFkRM

Did you know:

• 1 in 5 people are Dyslexic~that’s 20% of our population. It is the most common of all neurocognitive disorders.
• Dyslexia ranges from mild to severe and those with dyslexia use about 5 times more energy to complete mental tasks.
• Dyslexia is hereditary. Children have a 50% chance of having dyslexia if one parent has it.
• Most dyslexics are creative thinkers & have an average, above-average, or highly gifted IQ.
• Over 50% of NASA employees are Dyslexic. This population is deliberately sought after because they have superb problem-solving skills and excellent 3D/spatial awareness.
• Around 40% of people with dyslexia also have ADHD.

Helpful Links:

School Menus

Meal Prices & Payment

My School Bucks (online cafeteria payment system)

Free/Reduced Lunch (participants complete each year)

24-25 ALPHA Information

24-25 ALPHA Instructional Dates

24-25 ALPHA Testing Dates

Mondays- ALPHA day for Wilmeth's 1st & 2nd Graders

Mondays - ALPHA day for Wilmeth's 3rd Graders

Thursdays & Fridays- ALPHA day for Wilmeth's 4th & 5th Graders

**Please note: Alpha classes will be at Walker Elementary.

Possession and Use of Personal Telecommunications Devices, Including Cell Phones, and Other Electronic Devices (See Appendix I) The district permits students to possess personal cell phones for safety purposes; however, these devices must remain turned off during the instructional day, including during all testing, unless they are being used for approved instructional purposes. Devices should be kept in student backpacks during the school day.

MISD Student Handbook

Mckinney ISD is excited to offer Personal Financial Literacy at all grade levels.

McKinney ISD will offer quarterly one-hour Personal Financial Literacy Workshops for both students and parents. These workshops will cover essential money management topics such as budgeting, saving, credit, and smart spending habits. Join us to learn valuable financial skills that will benefit the entire family and set students up for lifelong financial success.

The second event is coming soon: October 29, 6-7 PM, at the McKinney ISD Community Event Center. This event will cover college planning and career readiness. Register to attend by using the QR code on the flyer.

Email: kellis@mckinneyisd.net

Wilmeth Office Email: wilmethoffice@mckinneyisd.net
Website: https://schools.mckinneyisd.net/wilmeth/
Location: 901 La Cima Drive McKinney, Tx 75071
Phone: 469-302-7400