
Wildcat News
Volume V: Issue 13; May 11, 2025 (edited May 28)
- Thur, May 29 - Last day of the 2024-2025 school year
- Mon, Aug 11 - First day of the 2025-26 school year
*Note - all Thursdays are minimum days (dismissal 12:48pm)
CHECK YOUR RECORD
As we wind down the year, please take a few minutes to check your record. Please return any books to the library.
8TH GRADE NEWSLETTER
COLLEGE: MAKE IT HAPPEN
BUY YOUR YEARBOOK TODAY
ONLY $60.00
- Yearbooks can still be purchased.
- Buy online for $55 until Saturday, May 24, 2025.
- Buy in person for $55 (cash only) this week.
- Beginning next week (May 27th) buy online or in person (cash only) for $60 until sold out.
- Distribution (students must have ID)
- 8th graders who already purchased a yearbook can pick up from the outside Finance window (with ID)
- Wednesday before school (7:15am – 7:55am)
- Wednesday lunch time (12:20pm – 12:50pm)
- All students (6th, 7th, 8th)
- Wednesday after school (2:55pm – 3:30pm)
- Thursday before school (7:15am – 7:55am)
- Thursday lunch time (12:20pm – 12:50pm)
- Thursday after school – No distribution – Closing ceremony
- Friday in the office (8:00am – 11:00am)
ATTENDANCE CALENDAR 2025-26
Wellness Center
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
SORA
Sora, by OverDrive is available for K-12 students in the Clever Portal
Our school district has access to Sora, the student reading app! Use your school credentials to instantly borrow and read eBooks, audiobooks, Read-Alongs, magazines and more on any device, at any time. (If you don’t see your school, choose San Diego Unified from the school list.) Learn more here: Sora
Students can locate the tile under Instant Login Applications in the Clever Portal.”
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
We believe families, teachers, schools, and community members are valued and trusted partners who share in the commitment and responsibility of educating our children.
STAY INFORMED
- Wangenheim Newsletter - usually posted monthly, Sunday nights at 6:00 pm
- Principal's Coffee - held monthly on Tuesday mornings in person and Zoom
- Wangenheim Website - updated on an ongoing basis
- District Website
Stay Connected with OPT-IN Text Messaging
San Diego Unified School District uses multiple methods of sharing important information with families throughout the school year. Make sure you don’t miss any messages by keeping your contact information updated with your school and opting in to texting.
Once the school year begins, check the PowerSchool Parent Portal to ensure your current cell phone number is on file and then text the word “YES” to 67587 to opt in to receiving text messages from San Diego Unified.
More information on the PowerSchool Parent Portal can be found here. Please note that the Parent Portal cannot be accessed until the start of the school year. More information on SchoolMessenger – the system used to send emails, phone calls and text messages to families – can be found here.
Update Contact Information in Parent Portal
COMMUNITY CORNER
Summer Camps at the Linda Vista Innovation center
The LVIC is opening its doors to students from all across the county this summer for three special summer camps. Each week-long camp includes unique hands-in experiences, with all gear, equipment, and snacks provided. Spots are limited - register today!
Drone Camp
Elevate your summer with drone fun.
- Drone Safety Certification
- Industry guest speakers
- Flying training
- Snack and camp materials provided
Grades: Incoming 8-12th grade (2025 -2026 school year)
Dates: Two sessions to choose from:
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Linda Vista Innovation Center (2202 Comstock Street, San Diego, CA 92111)
Cost: Starting at $400. Group discount available.
Esports Camp
Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of competitive gaming!
Esports focused adventure
Daily gaming sessions
Teamwork and Social Skills
Game design and strategy
Snack and camp materials provided
Grades: Incoming 6-10th grade (2025 -2026 school year)
Dates: Three sessions to choose from:
- June 9 to 13 - Teamwork and Strategy Register
- June 23 to 27 - Reflexes and Competition Register
- June 9 to 13 - Creativity and Thinking Register
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Linda Vista Innovation Center (2202 Comstock Street, San Diego, CA 92111)
Cost: $500. Group discount available.