WMS Friday Forecast

Dear RedHawk Parents and Guardians,

I was listening to a podcast this week and heard actor Mike Meyers refer to this quote: "The days are long, but the years are short." Boy, as a parent, I can identify with that quote, especially when my children were driving me absolutely nuts by challenging my decisions and almost everything else. And now that my children are 22 and 24 years old, this quote resonates even more.

Middle school can be a challenging time for both parents and children alike, filled with ups and downs, laughter and tears. In the midst of busy schedules, homework struggles, and teenage angst, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day chaos.

Yet, amidst the chaos, let's not forget to cherish the time we have with our middle schoolers. These years are fleeting, and before we know it, they'll be moving on to high school and beyond.

Take a moment to pause, to connect, and to appreciate the unique journey you're on with your child. Embrace the late-night conversations, the shared laughter, and even the occasional arguments, for they are all part of the beautiful tapestry of parenthood.

So, let's value this time, even when it feels tough. Because in the blink of an eye, these moments will become cherished memories, and we'll long for the days when our middle schoolers were still under our roof.

Enjoy your weekend-

Tim

Believe it or not, the school supply lists for the 2024-2025 school year are ready to go!

SchoolToolBox.com - This is the fastest and easiest way to get school supplies shipped directly to you! If you prefer to shop yourself, you can find our school supply lists on the Wredling website towards the bottom of this page.

We often get calls asking which box(es) to order as the School Tool Box website can be a little overwhelming.

• Generally, the school supplies you will need are in the GRADE BOX at each level (6th Grade Box, 7th Grade Box, 8th Grade Box)

• If your child is enrolled in Infinity or RISE, you would pick that box for the appropriate grade level INSTEAD of the Grade Box.

• If your child is enrolled in Band/Choir/Orchestra you can also order the appropriate music box by grade level.

• Explore/PLTW boxes are also available at each grade level depending upon which elective your child signed up for.

• When in doubt… purchase ONLY the GRADE BOX

This award is given by our teachers for a variety of reasons, from following our Guidelines for Success to Academic Achievement and Growth. We are proud of our RedHawks who work hard every day.

Current Recipients - presented by

Audrey Barzso by Team 6-3 & Mrs. Notter

Saanvi Chavda by Team 6-3

Brady Ciullo by Team 7-3

Alex Darie by Team 7-3

Brynn Eder by Mr. Scurte

"Geography"Floresby Mrs. McPeak

Emma Fong by Team 6-3

Tyler Harris by Team 7-3

Kyler Hund by Team 7-3

Valeriia Ivasiuk by Team 7-3

Mckenzie Massie by Ms. Grieves

Micah Michels by Mrs. Wilczek

Isabella Migo by Mrs. Sienko

Audrey Miquelon by Team 7-3

Abby Moore by Team 6-3

Mackenzie Nicewarner by Ms. Raymond

Murti Patel by Team 6-3

Adair Quiroz-Gonzalez by Team 7-3

Camilla Roake by Team 7-3

Ryan Schrandt by Mr. Masoncup

Jayden Serrano by Team 7-3

Grace Smith by Mr. Pesek

Brooklyn Thompson by Mrs. Amadei & Team 8-3

Bentley Wilk by Sra. Breiten

• Friday, May 17th, 2024, the 8th-grade class will have the opportunity to celebrate one another at their 8th Grade End-of-Year Dance, which will be hosted at Wredling Middle School by our wonderful PTO. We look forward to celebrating the 8th Grade Class of 2024! The theme of this celebration is “Hooray for Hollywood” and will be from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Students will enter through the main entrance, as we are providing a “Red Carpet” welcome! This is a fun event, but I want to remind parents that this is not prom. This is a middle school dance so I want to make sure that everyone has similar expectations. We don't need expensive suits or dresses, or nails or hair done. Nice clothes that you already have are just fine!

1. COST: $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Pay for the dance in PushCoin here. If you receive free meals or need some financial help, email Mrs. Johnson at lucy.johnson@d303.org. No student should miss this dance due to financial need.

2. Kids come dressed in all sorts of ways. The dance can be fancy or casual, but outfits should be school-appropriate.

3. Students absent on the day of the dance for any reason will NOT be eligible to attend.

4. Here is a copy of the permission slip. Students will also get a copy at school.

• Thursday, May 30th (the last day of school) we will host two events for our 8th Graders

1. 8th grade awards assembly at 9:15 AM in the Wredling Gym. Parents are welcome to attend, though this is a fairly short awards assembly. We do make sure that the parents of students receiving awards are notified that their child is receiving an award.

2. 8th-grade lunch in the afternoon. We will have some games & activities available, some music playing along with time for students to sign yearbooks socialize.

It’s hard to believe we are coming to the end of the 2023-2024 school year. This is a reminder that you will need to come to school to pick up your child's medication by the last day of school which is Thursday, May 30th. The only medications that can be given to a student to transport home are those that are allowed to be self carried (Epi Pens, Pancreatic Enzymes, or inhalers). Medications that are not picked up at the end of the school day May 30th, will be disposed of according to the D303 policy. This policy also does not allow medication to remain in the health office over the summer for the next school year. Epi-pens and inhalers can be sent home with students. Antihistamines can not be sent home with your child. Medication must be picked up by a parent or adult designee with the parent’s permission.

Medication Pick up: Friday May 24th 9am-2pm

Tuesday May 28th 9am-2pm

Wednesday May 29th 9am-2pm

Thursday May 30th, By Appointment Only

*If these times do not work, please call our office 331-228-3704 to try to schedule a pick up time.

Looking ahead to the 2024-2025 school year, if your child requires medication or any action plans, your child will need new physician orders and action plans for the next school year. Forms can be found under Health Services on the D303 website or linked directly here:

Health Documents & Forms

Make your appointments today with the physician, as these appointments fill up quickly!

Students entering 6th and 9th grade must submit evidence of a State of Illinois Certificate of Child Health Examination form . 6th graders are required to have one dose of the Tdap vaccine and one dose of the meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) on or after their 11th birthday. Also, students entering the 6th and 9th grade must submit evidence of a dental examination completed within 18 months prior to May 15th of that school year.

If your student is entering an Illinois school for the first time, evidence of a physical examination and a complete record of immunizations must be submitted within 30 days of their first day of school.

The health office is closed during the summer months. We will return for limited hours beginning in early August. Please contact me if there are new medical concerns for your child or if your child will need a health plan at school. Our email is Wms-Nurses@d303.org. Our fax number is 331-228-3707. If this number does not work, fax your paperwork to the main office at 331-228-3701.

Have a fun, healthy, and safe summer!

The Wredling Nurse Team

It's not too early to start planning for your summer! D303 has a variety of course options and summer camps. Keep checking back as more camps will be added!

D303 Summer Strings Camp is for orchestra students who are currently in grades 3 - 8. Camp will be June 17,18, 20 and June 24, 25, 26 and 27 in the evenings at Thompson Middle School.

Please visit the link in Pushcoin for more details! Summer Strings Registration

St. Charles East High School Girls Swimming & Diving will have a Preseason Meeting on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm in the Little Theater. All incoming freshmen are welcome to come. The intent for the meeting is for both athletes & parents to receive information about the upcoming fall 2024 season, a tentative calendar/schedule, and season expectations before we go off for summer break. Questions. Email Coach Musial: adam.musial@d303.org

Events & Activities from the surrounding Community

Current 7th graders interested in attending the Spring Break 2025 DC/NYC trip should click on the link to find enrollment information. There are about 10 spots remaining. Payment plans available. Questions, please email the tour leader, Mr. Massie dcny.stc@gmail.com.

Please note that this is an outside tour company that is not sponsored by D303 or Wredling.

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Website: wredling.d303.org
Location: 1200 Dunham Road, St. Charles, IL, USA
Phone: 331-228-3700
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