WMS Friday Forecast
February 5, 2021 - Week 22
Dear Wredling Parents and Guardians
Each year we send out the Illinois 5-Essentials Survey to gather input from parents and guardians, staff, and students about how we are doing here at WMS. We use the data we gather to improve communication, find ways to engage students at a higher level, and improve student learning.
I am hoping you can take 7-10 minutes to complete this survey for me. It is very simple to complete. And not only do we find the information valuable, but it is a required part of our ESSA (Every Student Succeeds Acts).
Here is the link to the survey. Parents and guardians can take the survey in Spanish or English. Please note that students will also be taking this survey.
Again, I truly appreciate your input in helping make Wredling a better school for our students! And I apologize in advance, but to get to our goal number of completed surveys, you may receive a few emails about this.
Thank you!
Tim Loversky, Principal
Wredling Middle School
ATTENTION WMS FAMILIES
The form can be found by clicking THIS LINK. Click the red box "Annual Student Registration Update Form" and log in with your HAC credentials. BE SURE TO CLICK SUBMIT WHEN YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE FORM. If you have more than one student, you can toggle between your students at the upper right side of the form.
If you are unsure that you have completed this form, please contact Lucy Johnson at 331-228-5129 or lucy.johnson@d303.org
8th Grade End-of-Year Celebrations:
Greetings Middle School Families!
Incoming 6th, 7th, and 8th grade middle school students will be receiving exploratory/elective course selection sheets in the mail over the coming days. These need to be filled out, signed by a parent or guardian, and returned to your elementary school (for 5th graders) or middle school by Tuesday, February 9, 2021.
Descriptions of the explore options can be found on both of the Thompson and Wredling websites under the Academics tab. Replacement forms are on both schools’ websites at the bottom of the home page.
Please note that for some of our students with IEPs, their course selections will be discussed at their IEP or transition meeting.
The Learning and Teaching Department created a video explaining how to complete the Explore Course Selection Forms. Please reach out to your child’s counselor if you have questions.
WMS Guidance Counselors:
- Kirsten Cwinski - 7th Grade 20-21, 8th Grade 21-22
- Bridget Hult - 6th Grade 20-21, 7th Grade 21-22
- Ethan Wood - 8th Grade 20-21, 6th Grade 21-22
We are excited to provide these learning opportunities for our middle school students!
For our incoming 6th grade parents, as we get into the spring, we will update you about transition events for you and your child.
Thank you-
Tim Loversky, Principal
Wredling Middle School
Dear WMS Familes
Please help us recognize all the hard work of our Wredling Staff. Volunteers are needed to bring in items as we "Roll out the Red Carpet" for them! Donations are needed by Wednesday February 17th. CLICK HERE to sign up.
Thank you
-PTO Appreciation Committee
WANTED: WREDLING PTO VICE PRESIDENT
Dear Parents & Guardians:
Counselors' Remote Office Hours
You can join the office hours using the Google Meets link found on the Counselor Google Classroom page! To join the Counselor Google Classroom page, enter this code: struj2c!
Early Release Mondays
Early Release Monday Dates:
- February 1, 8, 22
- March 1, 8, 15, 22
- April 5, 12, 19, 26
- May 3, 10, 17, 24
Please call the Wredling Main Office at (331) 228-3700 with any questions.
We Want Your Pictures!
WE STILL NEED YOUR PICTURE SUBMISSIONS FOR THIS YEAR'S YEARBOOK. Your participation is crucial to completing our yearbook!
Current theme(s):
"Winter Fun" - Fun in the snow
"Family Celebrations" - Holidays, family fun
- Pictures can be shared through the Google drive or email at Timothy.Massie@d303.org OR
- CLICK THE IMAGE BELOW (computer or smartphone) and use access code - redhawks)
Middle School A/B Calendar
REMOTE REIMAGINED
Remote learning supervision is now being offered by the St. Charles Park District. It's for ANY middle schooler who is struggling with those hybrid/remote days and maybe not signing in, staying on task, or completing any homework. There is a fee associated with the program. For information on financial assistance or payment plans, email Cori at chedlund@stcparks.org. If any family cannot afford the tuition, please contact STC LEARN for possible additional funding.
Please contact the St. Charles Park District if you have any questions about this opportunity.
MIDDLE SCHOOL TRANSFERS - REQUEST PERIOD OPEN FROM FEB. 1 - FEB. 26
Families who wish to submit a Middle School Transfer request may do so beginning February 1, 2021. Families must complete a separate form for each student they want to be transferred. Requests are granted based on space available. This means that siblings are not guaranteed placement. A written decision will be communicated to families before spring break.
Once the request is approved, a student may remain at that middle school throughout his or her middle school career, as long as the student resides in District 303.
Families of students granted permission to attend a school outside of their assigned attendance area are responsible for their own transportation.
Students will return to their assigned attendance area high school regardless of the middle school attended.
The Middle School Transfer request window will close at 4:00pm on February 26, 2021.
If you have questions, please contact Tammy Marsan at: 331-228-2397.
Dear Parents:
Saints Helping Hawks runs every Tuesday and Wednesday (currently virtually) from 4:00-4:45. Students can attend Tuesday, Wednesday, or both days! Volunteer high school tutors from East HS join our Google Meet. We match WMS students to high school students (based on subject area strengths) and the tutoring begins!
If you would like more information about this club, feel free to email one of the teachers (emails listed below) and we will get back to you! Or, you can click on this link and fill out the form and we will get more information to you.
We hope to see your child at Saints Helping Hawks!
Mrs. Breon (shannon.breon@d303.org)
Ms. Parikh (dhara.parikh@d303.org)Chromebook Device Exchange
If you need assistance with a broken device, please contact the live chat service during business hours or visit the IT Technical Resources site for information.
Remote Academy Learning Resources
Welcome to remote learning! Remember that remote students have classes every day. Below are resources for our full remote learners:
Remote Academy Calendar (and Bell Schedule)
You can check the attendance for any of your students at any time by logging into the Home Access Center and clicking on the attendance tab to view. Toggle between students using the arrow in the upper right hand corner.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call the main office at (331) 228-3100! We are here to help!
D303 Remote Learning Resources for Students and Parents
From Our WMS Student Council
Compass Academy
Registration for Compass Academy is open January 25- February 12, 2021. Compass Academy is open to any and all students entering grades 9-12 next fall who are interested in an innovative learning environment that offers:
- a flexible schedule with a later start or earlier end to the day
- the chance to join a small learning community
- a voice and choice in learning activities
- opportunities to explore career pathways
- project-based seminars with hands-on learning
Students who attend Compass Academy may take specialized courses, such as band or Driver Education, at their home high school, but they will be able to meet all graduation requirements through courses at Compass Academy. When students graduate from Compass Academy, their diploma will be from their home high school, St. Charles East or St. Charles North High School.
Winter Reading Program
Looking for a job?
One of the more flexible positions available is that of a D303 Substitute. You can choose to work, or not work, as your schedule permits. Take a moment and read the Substitute Handbook to see what this job entails.
If you are interested and hold a:
- Bachelor's degree in any field you would qualify to apply for a substitute license with the state which allows you to sub for teachers or teacher assistants. You would apply using THIS link.
- Associate's degree you apply for a Paraprofessional license which only allows you to sub for Teaching assistants. You would apply using THIS link.
- High School diploma you have to take an aptitude test with the KANE ROE office. Once you pass that, you apply for a Paraprofessional license which only allows you to sub for Teaching assistants. You would apply using THIS link.
Contact Julie Wenger (julie.wenger@d303.org) with any questions.
INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS NEWSLETTER IS CURRENT AS OF PUBLICATION DATE.
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