Cub Corner
"EXPECT EXCELLENCE IN EVERYTHING"
December 8, 2023
A Message from your Admin Team
Wow! Can you believe it is almost Holiday time? We are looking forward to the Holiday parties. Please check the school’s calendar for the day and time of your child's class party.
Thank you to PTA for providing an awesome Holiday Shop! Many, many students were able to shop for their family and friends. Our volunteers were amazing! We could not do it without you. As we always say, We are a community. Please see the PTA Update below for more information.
Thank you for your donations to United Way and Toys for Tots. It helps Woodward Mill to “serve” those that are less fortunate and in need. Our Cubs have huge hearts!
See you at Winter Wonderland on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
Enjoy your weekend!
Woodward Mill's Mission and Vision
Mission: To achieve academic and social excellence through quality instruction that promotes lifelong learning.
Vision: Woodward Mill will provide opportunities for all students to succeed to their fullest potential by enlisting combined support of teachers, parents, and community.
Theme: To S.E.R.V.E. our community with a purpose.
Important Dates
- 12/12 - 1st Grade and Kindergarten Holiday Parties
- 12/13 - 2nd Grade and 3rd Grade Holiday Parties
- 12/13 - Winter Wonderland at 6PM
- 12/14 - 5th Grade and 4th Grade Holiday Parties
- 12/15 End of 1st Semester
- Items in the Lost and Found closet will be donated on Friday, December 15, 2023. If your child is missing an item, please feel free to check the Lost and Found closet in the lobby when you come for lunch on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays or your child's holiday party. Thank you!
Winter Wonderland
WMES PTA
PTA Updates
Attention PTA members and spirit wear enthusiasts, please note that both the PTA membership and spirit wear websites are due for updates. Stay tuned for more news and announcements. Thank you for your understanding.
PTA Holiday Shop
Holiday Shop has been extended for one more day. Make up day is reserved for students who either did not have a chance to shop or were absent when their class went. If your child was absent or did not get to shop on their class shopping day, they will have 1 more chance on Monday, December 11, 2023. Whole classes will not be going to shop, only individuals as needed.
Thank you!
PTA Spirit Wear
Scan the QR Code for more information on how to join PTA!
Click HERE for more information on the PTA events that are scheduled for this year.
Yearbook Information
Cafeteria Updates
December 11 - December 15, 2023
Monday: Dill chicken, dumplings, hummus basket
Tuesday: Burger, lasagna, veggie burger
Wednesday: Boneless chicken wings, quesadilla MaxSnax, yogurt basket
Thursday: Pizza, veggie burger
Friday: Chicken and rice, calzonettes, veggie nuggets
* Please note that all menu items for both breakfast and lunch are subject to change due to supply shortages.
Media Center
During December, the Beanstack challenge is to read and log 300 minutes! Prizes will be awarded to randomly-selected readers, who achieve their goal, on each grade level.
Students can access Beanstack through eCLASS or the media center link of the school website. Refer to the Beanstack Reading Program link on the media center page of the website for detailed instructions on how to log reading minutes in Beanstack.
Students will use their GCPS student number and birthday month and date (MMDD) to log into Beanstack. If you have any questions, please contact email Jennifer.Alden@gcpsk12.org.
Toys for Tots - WMES Student Council and WMES Cubs who Care
Birthday Packages
Play 2 Learn/Little Learners' Academy
Counselor's Corner
Child Lures in January
Last week, all students received a letter in their Friday Folder discussing the child abuse prevention lessons that will be presented by counselors in January. Please be sure to review the letter and reach out to your grade level counselor if you have any questions.
Teachers will be looking for students that exhibit the Empathy trait during December to be recognized as the “Cub of the Month” with a certificate and free ice cream! Please click here for more information.
Cafeteria Guidelines
Please click here for the cafeteria guidelines.
Transportation
Please click on the links below for transportation guidelines.
Arrival
Please click here for more information about arrival procedures.
Dismissal
Please click here for more information about dismissal procedures.
Transportation Changes
Please click here for more information on transportation changes.
Business Partners
Woodward Mill would like to take this opportunity to thank the numerous business partners that support the students and teachers at our school. Our business partners support our school in various ways such as sponsoring after-school clubs, providing teacher appreciation gifts, donating supplies, and mentoring students.
Please click HERE to see how you can become a business partner.
Woodward Mill proudly thanks our business partners!
Please support these businesses as they support our school!
Gold
Core Elite Entertainment
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Smiles Forever
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WhizLearning Kids
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Modern Woodmen
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Mathnasium of North Lawrenceville
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McDonald's
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Silver
Heo's Martial Arts
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Gusto!
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Bronze
GCPS 2023-2024 School Calendar
Please click on the link to view the calendar for the 2023-2024 school year.
This approved calendar features seven days of preplanning for teachers, a start date of August 2, 2023, and four digital learning days. The four digital learning days are scheduled throughout the year, with two occurring in 1st semester and two in 2nd semester. The calendar also features a fall break in October, a two-week winter break, a three-day break in February, a week scheduled for spring break, and an end date of May 22nd, 2024.
GCPS 1:1 Initiative
- All GCPS students will have a Chromebook assigned to them for the 2023-2024 school year. Students can also check out a hot spot for internet access based on demonstrated need. Families may contact their schools to discuss options.
- If a GCPS technology resource is assigned to a student and taken home, it is the family's responsibility to monitor the use of the device to ensure that the device is returned in the condition in which it was received.
GCPS Updates
Click on the picture to visit the GCPS website for all updates regarding the 2023-2024 school year.