We are looking forward to seeing you at our Annual Title One Parent Meeting and Open House this Tuesday evening, September 10.
The Annual Title One Meeting will be held at 6:00 PM in our gym. Please plan to attend to learn about our program (the services that we provide using Title funds) and provide input on our program.
Our Open House will begin at 6:30 PM. Again, like last year, parents will report directly to their child's classroom. Your child's teacher will share an opening video from Mr. Monroe, our Superintendent and then provide information about grade level expectations and the classroom. After about twenty-five minutes you will have the opportunity to attend a second session. Mrs. Catherine Einhaus, Executive Director of Elementary Curriculum and Programs, will also be present to answer questions you may have. In addition, members from our Parent Volunteer Group will be present to provide information about the group.
We ask that PARENTS ONLY attend if at all possible; the evening is meant for you, the parent, to learn about the upcoming year.
Day by day, DROP OFF and PICK UP are improving! We ask that you adhere to the following expectations:
- NO ONE is to get out of their car if they are in the Drop Off/Pick Up lane. If you need to get out you must park your car and walk up.
- If your child is not visible/out yet, please continue to loop around until you see them.
- Once you are in the lot, you can only TURN LEFT (from whatever row you are in). Turning right will mean that you are driving into oncoming traffic.
- Please be patient and model behaviors that your child and others will be proud of.
Reminder, students should not arrive before 8:50 AM. They are to wait outside their door, as there will be teacher supervision. Students will enter the building when the bell rings at 9:00 AM. The exception to this is if your child is coming for breakfast; they may enter the building through Door #4 beginning at 8:40 AM.
If you are arriving late, you and your child must enter through the Office Door; you must sign your child in.
Our first Parent Volunteer Group meeting will be held on September 11 @ 7:00 PM in the Media Center. Please plan to join us to learn about the many ways the group supports our staff and students, as well as ways to become involved.
Please note that you can access past issues of the Wiley Way by clicking on the buttons at the end of this newsletter or by visiting the Wiley homepage online.
As always, we look forward to working in partnership this year to help every child succeed! If you ever have a question or a concern, please contact me.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Merivirta
Utica Community Schools has a new mobile app! Search for 'Utica Schools' in your phone's app store and download the free app to stay up-to-date on district and school news. The old mobile app 'Utica Community Schools' is no longer supported and should be deleted from your devices. Download at the App store here and Google Play here.
While we understand the appeal of having fast food delivered to school, we prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of our entire student body. Allowing outside food deliveries creates logistical challenges, disrupts the school environment, and can lead to unfair advantages for some students. For these reasons, fast food deliveries during school hours will not be permitted. We encourage all students to either bring a packed lunch or enjoy the free meals provided in our cafeteria.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
We are asking for your assistance to ensure that our security procedures during the school day are effective and efficient. When you wish to visit Wiley Elementary, come to front door marked OFFICE. At this door we have a security camera, intercom, and buzzer. To help us assist you when you would like to enter our school:
- Please press the buzzer to speak with someone in the office
- You will be asked to state your name and reason for visiting
- You will be asked to show your photo id into the security camera
- Office staff will buzz the door for you to enter the building
- Please pass through the lobby and enter the office
- Office staff will help you with your request
In addition, we are asking you to not let any visitors in the door as you enter (as they come up behind you) or as you exit the building.
The teachers and staff are committed to student safety and security, and we would like to thank you for your assistance in helping keep the students of Wiley safe.
The teachers and staff at Wiley support and encourage the recognition of a child’s birthday during the school day. It is an annual milestone in every child’s life that should be celebrated not just at home, but in school as well, where children spend one-third of their day with teachers, classmates, and peers. While there are many wonderful and creative ways to celebrate a child’s birthday in school, birthday celebrations at Wiley will not include food treats. Instead, the focus at Wiley will be recognizing the day in a variety of special ways that do not include food treats. Some possibilities include:
· Class sings “Happy Birthday”
· Happy Birthday Recess/Gift
· Morning “Happy Birthday” PA announcement
· Parent makes a donation of book to class library or a classroom game
· Student reads favorite book to class
· Parent/special someone reads story to class
Your child’s teacher will have more information on how birthdays will be celebrated in the classroom. As educators, caregivers and loved ones we all want the best for our students. Thank you for joining us in giving students healthy opportunities to celebrate important events and achievements.
Any prospective volunteer of Utica Community Schools including those who will be supervising students, working with students, chaperoning field trip, etc. must complete a Criminal History Check Form and be cleared prior to any volunteer services.
Volunteer background checks must be completed annually. If a parent has students in more than one school, only one volunteer form must be completed.
Click on the link below the photos, complete the form and return to Wiley Office.
STAY CONNECTED WITH WILEY
Email: candice.merivirta@uticak12.org
Website: wiley.uticak12.org
Location: 47240 Shelby Road, Shelby Charter Township, MI, USA
Phone: (586) 797-6700
Facebook: facebook.com/ucswiley