Wilmeth Elementary Newsletter
January 12, 2025
January is School Board Appreciation Month!
School Board Appreciation Month is a time to recognize and thank the dedicated individuals who volunteer their time and energy to shape the future of education in our community. School board members make tough decisions, advocate for students, and help ensure that schools provide a safe and supportive environment for learning. Their leadership plays a vital role in fostering academic excellence and creating opportunities for every student to succeed. This month, we celebrate their commitment and hard work in making a difference for students, teachers, and families.
Thank you to our McKinney ISD School Board Members--
Philip Hassler, President
Amy Dankel, Vice President
Harvey Oaxaca, Secretary
Chad Green, Trustee
Larry Jagours, Trustee
Stephanie O'Dell, Trustee
Lynn Sperry, Trustee
Wilmeth Elementary Information
Report Cards will now go home Monday, January 13th
Report cards will be sent home with all Kindergarten - 5th grade students on January 13th.
MISD Elementary Report Card Information
CHARACTER STRONG @ WILMETH! RESPONSIBILITY!
This month we are talking about Responsibility! The dictionary talks about Responsibility in a few ways: duty, accountability, and the independence to make decisions. We are using a slightly different definition at school:
Responsibility: is taking action and understanding the impact of our choices
Character Strong Family Newsletters
Kindergarten Family Connection- Responsibility
1st Grade Family Connection- Responsibility
2nd Grade Family Connection- Responsibility
3rd Grade Family Connection- Responsibility
MISD ALPHA Information- Alpha resumes- January 13th-17th
**3rd - 5th GT Referrals are open until January 22, 2025.
24-25 ALPHA Instructional Dates
Mondays- ALPHA day for Wilmeth's 1st & 2nd Graders
Mondays - ALPHA day for Wilmeth's 3rd Graders
Thursdays & Fridays- ALPHA day for Wilmeth's 4th & 5th Graders
*NEW Winter/Spring Volunteer Information
😁Lunch Duty Volunteers Needed for January 24th! Sign up below!😁
MISD Volunteers and Visitors
Here is the link to complete your annual background check: https://www.mckinneyisd.net/human-resources/volunteer/ . We look forward to seeing you this year!
Student Cellphones & Smartwatches
Possession and Use of Personal Telecommunications Devices, Including Cell Phones, and Other Electronic Devices (See Appendix I) The district permits students to possess personal cell phones for safety purposes; however, these devices must remain turned off during the instructional day, including during all testing, unless they are being used for approved instructional purposes. Devices should be kept in student backpacks during the school day.
Wilmeth Grade Level Newsletters
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Wilmeth Weekly Attendance Data
Monthly Average Daily Attendance
August - 96%
September - 97% 🎉
October - 97% 🎉
November - 96%
December- 97% 🎉
January @ A Glance
Have you checked out our new Wilmeth Elementary Website & events page?
Wilmeth's events can be viewed in "list" view with flyers linked in or as a "calendar" view!
Check it out - CLICK HERE
❗❗Attention 5th Grade Parents!!❗❗
🤠 Western Theme Day- January 16th 🤠
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday- January 20th
January Happy Feet Calendar!
Wilmeth Parent Resource Hub! Click Image to Access
Wilmeth PTO Birthday Marquee Message
Wilmeth PTO Birthday Message Sign Up & Donation - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceQYA5yyO2OSPR4Rzr7yYdN0-jvANQ6ANxmZmh9Mrb3pwHWA/viewform
January Menus
MISD Breakfast and Lunch Information
Helpful Links:
My School Bucks (online cafeteria payment system)
Free/Reduced Lunch (participants complete each year)
🎉 Happy Birthday to these Longhorn Staff Members! 🎉
Wilmeth PTO News
Wilmeth PTO Website -> https://www.wilmethpto.com/
PTO Volunteer Opportunities-> https://tinyurl.com/bddkttec
Class Party Donation->
https://tinyurl.com/wilmethpaypal
PTO Remind Group -> Text @wilmethpto to 81010 or remind.com/join/wilmethpto
Wilmeth Yearbook Order-> https://web.treering.com/create-account/101554911235433?PassCode=101554911235433 (school code 101554911235433)
Class Party Money Information
BE SURE TO LABEL YOUR PAYMENT WITH "CLASS PARTY MONEY" WHEN PAYING!
Grab your Wilmeth Yard Sign today!
Get your 5th grade yard signs ordered today!!!
Watch DOGS- Sign Up Below!
Watch DOGS Sign Up-> https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F49ADAF29A2FCC70-51433094-watchdogs#/
Here is the link to complete your annual background check: https://www.mckinneyisd.net/human-resources/volunteer/ .
💙 THANK YOU to our PTO Sponsors! 😁We appreciate you!! 😁
McKinney ISD Information
McKinney ISD Safety and Security
Providing a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors is among our highest priorities. Our school district has undertaken a number of necessary steps toward preparing staff and students for emergencies, securing facilities, and working cooperatively with law enforcement/emergency services.
Click this link to learn more about McKinney ISD's Safe and Secure programs and initiatives.
The handout linked explains the Standard Response Protocol that staff and students follow and practice throughout the year. Please use this link to view the Standard Response Protocol handout.
Get your tickets today for the Mother Son Dance!
Click here for tickets: https://mckinneyisd.reg.eleyo.com/course/113/2024-2025-special-events/mother-son-dance?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1hzYmY50iJZQg9--Vxjs73e4aJJrgEfOeKqULGX3SXpiQMzneP9cts70o_aem_dZTMzcT4MYZdEEkMPz78uA#dance
Saturday February 1, 2025
McKinney High School Cafeteria
1400 Wilson Creek Pkwy
McKinney, TX 75069
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Mother Son Dance Tickets — $24.00 per person
Pictures available by 5804 Photography. Pre-order on ticket webpage.
MISD 2025–2026 Academic Calendar Approved by Board, Now Available Online
The McKinney ISD Board of Trustees approved the 2025–2026 MISD school calendar at their regular meeting on Monday, December 16, and it is now available on the MISD website.
You can view the calendar below or here: https://5il.co/33c51
The 2025-2026 school year will begin on August 12, and will conclude on May 21, with graduation for all three high schools planned for May 22 at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen.
"The district had several goals while putting together the 2025–2026 calendar," said Dr. Shelly Spaulding, MISD assistant superintendent of public relations, communications, and support services. "We wanted to seek input from our stakeholders, and we utilized a variety of staff, student, and parent committees and groups to gather feedback. It was also important that it remain in line with Collin College and neighboring districts; that the school year would start in August and conclude before Memorial Day; that we offer professional learning opportunities throughout the school year for our teachers and staff; and that it would again this year include a Fall Break for students and teachers. And, we were able to achieve all of those goals."
Parents and students will want to take note of the following student holidays built into the 2025–2026 calendar:
September 1 — Labor Day
October 13-17 — Fall Break
November 24-28 — Thanksgiving
December 22-January 2 — Winter Holiday
January 5 – Student Holiday/Staff Development
January 19 — MLK Day
February 16 – Presidents Day
March 16-20 — Spring Break
April 3 — Good Friday
The calendar also includes two Bad Weather Make-up Days (April 6 and April 27) that will be used as student holidays if they are not used as make-up days. April 27 will be used as a Make-Up Day first, and then if needed, April 6 will be used.
Also included are 7 teacher workdays before the start of school, teacher exchange days in November and March and staff development days throughout the year.
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J.B. WILMETH ELEMENTARY
Email: kellis@mckinneyisd.net
Wilmeth Office Email: wilmethoffice@mckinneyisd.net
Website: https://schools.mckinneyisd.net/wilmeth/
Location: 901 La Cima Drive McKinney, Tx 75071
Phone: 469-302-7400