Connections Digital Newsletter

Greetings Wayne-Westland Families,

As we approach Memorial Day weekend, it is important to remember that Memorial Day is not only a time for picnics and gatherings but also a solemn occasion to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. It's a time to reflect on their courage, selflessness, and dedication to preserving the freedoms we hold dear.

Whether you're spending the weekend with family, taking a moment of quiet reflection, or honoring the memory of a loved one, I wish you all a Memorial Day filled with peace, gratitude, and remembrance.

Sincerely,

John Dignan, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Students in the Emergency Medical Technician and Firefighting classes at William D. Ford Career-Technical Center participated in a real-world vehicle-extrication simulation. This is one of many innovative Career and Technical Education opportunities that provide hands-on skills to help prepare students for good-paying, rewarding careers in public safety.

Free meals will be available this summer with Meet Up and Eat Up for children 18 years of age and under or persons up to age 26 enrolled in an educational program for the mentally or physically disabled recognized by a state or local public educational agency.

Meals will be provided Monday through Thursday. No service July 1-4, 2024. Check our website for specific times and locations.

The district hosted the first annual Soaring Stripes Basketball Tournament for 4-12 grade students. It was a resounding success, with over 20 teams competing and several hundred spectators cheering them on. We are proud of our students' sportsmanship and the support shown by our families and staff. This event not only showcased our students' talents but also helped support our elementary sports program.

Watch our upcoming newsletters for information about our Fall NFL Flag and cheerleading registration for fourth and fifth-grade students.

We are thrilled to partner with several community organizations to offer our students a diverse range of exciting summer programs. These programs, from virtual academies to career exposure camps, are designed to enhance learning, foster creativity, and provide a fun-filled experience. Some of the programs include:

• The Engineering Society of Detroit offers a virtual Girls in Engineering Academy program for middle school students.

• Career-Tech Summer Camp will provide exposure and awareness to various careers for 3-8 grade students.

• BUSting with Learning brings literacy resources directly to elementary students, offering free books, school supplies, and engaging games and activities. The initiative travels through neighborhoods to distribute books directly to children, ensuring resources are accessible to all.

Students in the Astronomy class at John Glenn High School transformed the front sidewalk into a scale model of the solar system. Each planet's distance from the sun and diameter is accurately represented, thanks to the hard work of the students.

Wayne-Westland Community Schools offers a wide range of academic programming from preschool to virtual classes with live instructors, a credit recovery program to get high school students back on track, and career-technical courses designed to prepare students for the workforce.

• Stottlemyer Early Childhood Center is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year. With classes for children four and five years old, your child’s early childhood experience will pave the way for a great future. Complete the interest form.
• Do you have a child who will be ready for Young 5s or kindergarten next fall? Enrollment is now open for the 2024-2025 school year and is entirely online.
• The Intra-County School of Choice for the 2024-2025 school year window is now open for kindergarten through 12th grade students who do not reside within the Wayne-Westland Community Schools boundaries.
  
  

Wayne-Westland Community Schools prepares students for college and careers through awareness, exploration and preparation. Enroll today.

Do you or an adult you know still need to finish high school? The Michigan 23+ Adult Diploma & Training Program is your opportunity to earn a diploma and a career certificate — for free!

• 100% online and flexible — Work on classes anytime and anywhere.
• Personal support team to help you stay on track.
• 24/7 virtual tutoring so you can get homework help anytime you need it.

Learn more and see if you qualify at Michigan23.com.

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