WBSD Weekly Update

Just a reminder, there is no school for students on election day, Tuesday, November 5. It is a full day of professional development for WBSD staff. Remember to vote!

• November 19 - Grades K-5 Evening Conferences
• November 20 - Middle School Evening Conferences

• November 21 - High School Evening Conferences
• November 22 - Half Day/Afternoon Conferences all levels

Conferences are an integral part of our district's Strategic Plan goal focused on Communication & Community Involvement. That goal area states: "WBSD will create systems for consistent and effective methods of two-way communication and engagement for al stakeholders." Thank you for partnering with us in our mission to support your child's needs by providing the opportunities, experiences, and educational tools for their journey.

November Elementary School, Middle School, and High School Menus are here

Parents of WBSD students can apply to receive six non-perishable meals each Friday of the school year. The goal of Fueling Kids' Futures is to make sure no child goes hungry on the weekend. Run by volunteers, there is NO cost to the families. For the application, click here.

Save the Date: the major fundraiser for Fueling Kids' Futures is Trivia Night Friday, November 8.

• Check out the Athletics calendar here for upcoming events.
• Shop Laker spirit gear here.
• Download Go Fan to purchase tickets for upcoming WBHS games

Fall Play-Save the Date!
A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare

Nov 14, 15, 16 at 7 p.m.

Nov 16 at 1 p.m. - an American Sign Language interpreted matinee
Purchase Tickets Here

Math Pentathlon teaches and reinforces basic math concepts and skills, stimulates creative thinking, develops problem-solving skills, develops spatial computational and logical reasoning, and good sportsmanship.

Practice Dates and More Info, Click Here

Division 1: K-1st Grade

Division 2: 2nd & 3rd Grade

Division 3: 4th & 5th Grade

Division 4: 6th & 7th Grade

Book Lists

· Fall Fun (Youth)

· Halloween (Youth)

· Spooky Reads (Teen)

Library Closed
The Main Library will be closed Tuesday, November 5 for Election Day. Both branches will be closed on Monday, November 11 for Veteran’s Day.

DINOvember STEAM Celebration

Saturday, November 2 from 11 a.m. – noon

Main Library Youth Activity Center
Get ready for some massive fun as we excavate, hatch and learn about DINOSAURS!

For Grades K-3. Registration required and students must be accompanied by an adult.

Click here to register: https://westbloomfield.librarycalendar.com/event/dinovember-celebration-6265

National STEAM Day Celebration – Westacres Branch

Tuesday, November 5 from 10 a.m. – noon

Westacres Branch - Activity Center
National STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) Day is celebrated annually on November 8! Enjoy this holiday a few days early by joining us for a variety of engaging STEAM activities.

For Grades K-8. No Registration Required

• WBSD Employment Opportunities
• GWB Historical Society Events
• Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition
• West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation
• West Bloomfield Township Public Library

November 5: No School for Students
November 13: Late Start
November 19: Evening Conferences Grades K-5
November 20: Evening Conferences MS Only
November 21: Evening Conferences HS Only
November 22: Half Day/Afternoon Conferences All Levels
November 27: No School
November 28-29: Thanksgiving Break

We have some job openings!

Please share these opportunities with your friends and family.

Job Postings.

Our talented student sounded incredible under the direction of Jesse Sacks and Karl Stein. The Halloween spirit was in full swing too, with students showcasing their creativity in amazing costumes.