WBSD Weekly Update

Laker Families, your input matters! We're eager to hear about your child's educational journey this year. By participating in our end-of-year survey, you play a vital role in shaping the future of our school and ensuring your child receives the best possible experience. Share your valuable insights and help us continue to create a supportive and enriching environment for every student. Take a few moments to make a big difference! SURVEY LINK

Last Day of School signs are posted here
Be sure to use #onlyWB and #LakerNation hashtags and tag West Bloomfield School District if you are posting to social media. Thank you for celebrating!

Check out The Laker for updates on:

• STEAM at Every School
• WBHS Alumni Spotlight
• Teachers of the Year
• Support Person of the Year
  
  Click here to view the electronic copy, hard copies will be delivered to homes soon.

These WBHS students have been awarded an Optimist Club of West Bloomfield "Be Like Bob" scholarship:

• Stephen Mihos, 1st place $2,500
• Alya Kayat, 2nd place $1,500
• Logan Close, 3rd place $1,000

The scholarship was established in memory of Robert "Bob" Mellen who was an active member of the West Bloomfield Optimist Club and a strong supporter of public education. His spouse Margie Mellen was a long-time, outstanding educator in WBSD and his daughters Cheryl Caplan (3rd grade teacher at Scotch) and Melissa Michaelson were present at the ceremony honoring these three students that carry on his kindness and optimism. Special thanks to College and Career Counselor Noelle Essig, Joey Spano, Dr. Kyana Smith and Fire Chief Flynn for their help.

The Robert A. Schuele Scholarship Fund was established to honor the life of a friend, a family man, and a business professional. The intention of the Robert A. Schuele Scholarship Fund is to grant a scholarship award in an amount that will secure the attendance of a student at a major college or university in Michigan. Each year, the Scholarship’s Board of Trustees select an applicant with outstanding character, a demonstrated commitment to academic studies, and a financial need for assistance. In addition to a four-year, full-ride tuition, scholarship recipients also receive mentoring and networking resources provided by the Trustees in order to maximize the recipient’s educational experience.

Congratulations, Logan, and best of luck at Michigan State University!

Laker Opportunity Center offers an alternative learning experience for those that have struggled in the traditional learning environment and need credit recovery. Laker Opportunity Center offers students the opportunity to complete high school and graduate with a diploma. Our school leaders help select the right learning mode for each student. The program is open to all students in the State of Michigan who are 16-22 years old. Learn more on their facebook page or https://www.wbsd.org/lakeroppcenter.

In-Person Cohorts

Students may join an in-person cohort, meeting 2-3 times weekly. Monday & Thursday OR Tuesday & Friday are available, with a Wednesday rotation.

Drop-In

Qualifying students completing coursework from home may qualify for opt-in meet-ups only.

All Online

Qualifying students can learn entirely from home 24/7, communicating with school staff via email and video only. All students must make weekly contact with staff.

For more information please contact Morrison Borders, Principal at morrison.borders@wbsd.org

WBHS Teacher Francis (aka Buddy) Buylaert headed to Lift Detroit to learn about manufacturing careers and tour the facility. LIFT’s 100,000 square foot headquarters in Detroit’s historic Corktown neighborhood is a technology accelerator and pilot facility, which serves as a showcase, highlighting the “art of the possible” and future of manufacturing, and a sandbox, in which the institute’s ecosystem can design, test and prototype new materials, processes, systems and curricula.

WBHS students participated in the Music in the Park Chicago Competition. Bravo!

Dave Hardy installed our existing WBHS stadium scoreboard more than 25 years ago. This week, Dave and his grandson, Jacob Champagne, began the installation of our new scoreboard. Dave is showing the next generation how it is done!

The volleyball open gym for the high school from 3-5pm has been cancelled for tonight, Wednesday, May 29th. Please relay the message to all student-athletes that planned on attending.

The next open gym for volleyball will be June 12th from 12-2pm in the main gym.

All Teams Schedule: Week of May 27-June 2

Summer meal programs keep Michigan kids healthy during summer break from school: https://bit.ly/44GSMa4

To find a Summer Food Service Program site in the community, you can visit the Meet Up and Eat Up locator map at www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup. All information, including meal service times and serving dates, will be available once school is out for summer recess. The locator map website is updated regularly throughout the summer months.

· Bugs! Bugs! Bugs! (Youth)

· Camping Trip (Youth)

· Mental Health Awareness (Teen)

Summer Events at the Library
Beginning with the library’s annual Summer Reading Youth Kickoff on Saturday, June 1, mark your calendars for some of the library’s events for all ages throughout the community! Browse events by age range and location in our new Summer Events brochure at: https://www.calameo.com/read/00729524175ee0b8da98d

Summer Reading 2024 Video

Checkout the Library’s Summer Reading 2024 video for more info on this year’s program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRkfj3PbzEk

Young Adult Summer Reading Kickoff

Celebrate the start of summer! This summer we have a kickoff just for young adults. Play games, make crafts, have a snack and see if you and your friends have what it takes to escape from two different escape rooms. You can also sign up for Summer Reading and claim your registration reward. Summer Reading is open to anyone with a West Bloomfield Library card, families who attend West Bloomfield Schools qualify for library card. For grades 6-12

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.

#WBSeniors #AlwaysALaker #onlyWB

June 5 - Half Day for High School Only

June 6 - Half Day All Levels

June 7 - Half Day - Last Day for Students

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.

Calling all rising WBSD families with a rising Kindergartener!
Be sure to take a moment to complete the Pre-Enrollment form, click here.

WBSD offers before and after care. Use this link to register!

• WBSD Employment Opportunities
• GWB Historical Society Events
• Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition
• West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation

Brandon is a Detroit PAL & West Bloomfield Alumni. Not only has he solidified being an Under Armor All American, he's also an Army All American. This highly anticipated camp will be for all positions ages 6-13 where they'll learn the fundamentals of football, unique drills, and most importantly, tons of fun. Registration form, click here.