WBSD Weekly Update
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
WBHS HOSA
Another exciting year at the HOSA State Leadership Conference in Traverse City. Congratulations to James Lee who placed 2nd in Dental Terminology and Matilda Evardsson who placed 1st in Research Poster. Way to go WB HOSA! HOSA is a student group of future health professionals.
Transition Updates
Upcoming Redistricting Transition Activities and Events
Redistricting Transition Activities and Events
- Student Mingle Field Trip
- May 10th:
PM: 2nd Grade
May 14th:
AM: 3rd Grade
PM: 4th Grade
May 20th:
AM: 1st Grade
PM: Kindergarten
- 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.
We'd love your input. Please share ideas in this Transition Activity Ideas form.
All District 5th Grade Music Concert
Join us at 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 30th, at West Bloomfield High School, for the WBSD All District 5th Grade Music Concert!
Do you know a MI student who could benefit from Laker Opportunity Center?
Laker Opportunity Center is our New Alternative High School Program
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
LakerBot Highlights
It was a full house of COLLABORATION and celebration at WBMS LakerBot! Teams from grades 1-12th shared their robot builds with families, toured the Maker Space, enjoyed a musical performance by WBMS students, and more!
Thank you to the coaches, families, and teacher leaders for inspiring our teams! 2024-2025 theme is FIRST DIVE, exploring beneath the surface. Stay tuned for 2024-2025 registration.
A Maker Space area was setup for students to play and create.
Teacher Leads & Coaches Celebrate the Robotics Season at LakerBot.
SEE YOU THIS WEEKEND AT MAMMA MIA!
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 Saturday matinee at 1 p.m. for no cost at all.
Questions: email wbhstheatreprograms@gmail.com
West Bloomfield Athletics Headlines
You're invited to the final K-12 Multilingual Parent Meeting on Thursday, May 2, from 6- 7 p.m. at WBMS Auditeria. Japanese, Spanish, and Arabic translators will be on-site.
- Ask questions
- Learn about the English Learner Family Toolkit
- Learn about summer programs
Special Guest Speaker: Superintendent, Dr. Bazzi
MEET NEW FAMILIES & WBSD STAFF AT FAMILY FUN NIGHT!
West Bloomfield Township Public Library
Book Lists
· Arab American Heritage Month (Teen)
Friends Spring Used Book Sale
Saturday, April 27 from 9am – 5pm
Sunday, April 28 form 12noon-3pm
Main Library Meeting Room
Used book sales are held to clear out the Friends inventory of donated books, many will be sold at reduced prices. Sunday, April 28 is the famous $5 Bag Day sale, fill up a brown bag for $5. For more information, contact the Friendshop at (248) 232-2234
For all ages, No Registration Required
Earth Day Escape
Saturday, April 27 from 2:30-3:30pm
Main Library Youth Activity Center
Solve puzzles, decode secret messages, and unscramble clues during this Earth Day themed immersive escape room adventure. You’ll need to work together to figure out this Earth Day mystery. Sign up solo or with friends, but be sure not to miss this event! For grades 4-6.
Registration is required, click to register @ https://westbloomfield.librarycalendar.com/event/earth-day-escape-room-1652
Community Partners Offer a Free Info Session
Cast members of the upcoming Mama Mia production at West Bloomfield High School gave a sneak peek to the West Bloomfield Optimist Club. The West Bloomfield Optimist Club supports youth program initiatives and provides scholarships to WBSD students.
WBHS students attended the Oakland County Green Schools celebration on Tuesday at the Detroit Zoo and were recognized for their contributions to sustainability at their school. Michigan Green Schools is dedicated to assisting all Michigan schools public and private achieve environmental goals that include protecting the air, land, water and animals of our state through promotion of good ecological practices and environmental stewardship by students pre-kindergarten through high school. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Tianen, WBHS English Department, sponsor of the Literary Garden and EARTH Clubs
WBSD Celebrations
In honor of Administrative Professionals Day - we thanked our administration team for keeping our schools running smoothly.
We "wheelie" appreciate WBSD Bus Drivers! WBSD celebrated School Bus Driver Appreciation Day this week.
WBSD’s Anne Albarrran and Amanda DeMar were nominated by their peers and selected by the committee to receive the 2024 Oakland County Excellence in Transportation Award!
Learning In & Out of the Classrooms
Sheiko students enjoyed learning about animals native to Michigan during a WB Nature Center field trip.
The Doherty PTO hosted their annual Multicultural Family Night showcasing cultural activities, tasty and diverse food samples, and live entertainment.
Mary Ann Ayar a second grade teacher is teaching Gretchko students K-2 how to eat healthy using ingredients from their hydroponic garden.
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 26 - Half Day
May 8 - Late Start
May 22 - Late Start
May 27 - Memorial Day - No School
June 5 - Half Day for High School Only
June 6 - Half Day all levels
June 5 - 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.
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.