WMS Friday Forecast

We need your students present at school for them to learn! Kids being present is simply the most critical component to a students’ academic success. It is our goal to support your student and family in making sure that your student is present and actively participating in their education each day.

In accordance with the D303 Discipline Procedures Handbook we have created this
"Is My Child's Absence Excused? Or Unexcused" reference sheet for excused and unexcused absences.

Examples of Excused Absences:

• Illness (3 consecutive days or more will require a physician's note)

• “Monthly” / “Cramps”

• Allergies / Hives

• Anxiety (diagnosed)

• Mental Health day (up to 5)

• Medical/dental appt

• Required state/county court appointments

• Religious instruction (up to 3hr/week)

• Serious family emergency (i.e. funeral, family illness)

• Special requests from parents (vacations, sporting events) pre-arranged with administration - click the link for the form

Examples of Unexcused Absences:

• Oversleeping

• Will not be attending/not coming in today

• ‘Excused” per mom/dad - no reason stated

• Feeling anxious (no diagnosis)

• Missing the bus/ride

• Needing sleep/rest

• Car trouble

• Family Vacations/Sporting events/Family Day (without prior approval)

• Personal grooming appt

• Skipping Class/leave campus without following procedures

• Arriving 10 minutes after the start of school/leaving 10 minutes before the end of the day without an acceptable reason

• Sore from an athletic camp, practice or game

• Any absences in excess of the allowable number of annual excused absences, regardless of the reason

Please note that it is not unusual for students to have an unexcused absence. It is really once you hit several unexcused days that we address the issue.

Should a Wredling staff member contact you regarding your student(s) absenteeism or tardiness, it is imperative that you communicate with them. Staff members will guide you to re-engaging your student in learning. We understand that times can be challenging, we are happy to help re-engage your student and support your family. Let us know how we can partner with you!

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The Color Palooza is held right after school from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM. This will be the ONLY after school activity on this date.

• Get more information and register by CLICKING HERE!
• Check out our promo video!

For Planned absences for 3 or more days (such as a family vacation)

A Pre-Arranged Absence Form is available on the Wredling main page of the website or in the main office.

1. Parent completes and signs top section of form
2. Student takes form around for all teachers to initial
3. Student turns completed form into the main office

Note: If the planned absence is less than 3 days, you do not need to complete the form. Just call your student in on 331-228-3700 and follow the prompts to the attendance line.

Some helpful links:

WMS Student Absence Procedures

Is my child’s absence excused?

Please take a moment to read through this Parent letter regarding accessing your student's i-Ready Diagnostic Scores from David Chizar, Executive Director of Assessment and Accountability.

Click here for the directions for accessing your student's scores.

Saints Helping Hawks (SHH) is an afterschool tutoring program in partnership with St. Charles East students. SHH runs on MOST Tuesdays/Thursdays from 2:50-3:50 pm. When there are cancellations, it will be communicated by daily announcements (and the Friday Forecast if it is a planned cancellation).

SHH is an afterschool tutoring program and an extension of our school day. ALL students must follow WMS Guidelines for Success. Along with the Guidelines for Success, student are expected to:

• stay the entire time unless parent communication is provided
• must be seated with a tutor (even if they just need a quiet space to work)
• working quietly and not disturbing others
• stay off ALL technology during the session unless it is teacher approved
• to bring all necessary materials to the LRC so that they can use the work time appropriately.

SCHOOL PHYSICALS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR Students entering 6th must submit evidence of a State of Illinois Certificate of Child Health Examination form . 6th graders are required to have one dose of the Tdap vaccine and one dose of the meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) on or after their 11th birthday. Also, students entering the 6th must submit evidence of a dental examination completed within 18 months prior to May 15th of that school year. If your student is entering an Illinois school for the first time, evidence of a physical examination and a complete record of immunizations must be submitted within 30 days of their first day of school. We need evidence of the physical and immunizations, or proof of an appointment by October 1, 2024. Our email is Wms-Nurses@d303.org. Our fax number is 331-228-3707. If this number does not work, fax your paperwork to the main office at 331-228-3701.

WMS HEALTH OFFICE WISH LIST
Please consider sending in an item from the Health Office Wish List. On occasion, students visiting the WMS Health Office need more than an ice-pack or a bandage. We keep a limited supply of additional items on hand for emergencies, but need to replenish our stash. Any donations can be sent to the Wredling Main Office labeled for the Health Office.

• small water bottles
• plain white socks (various sizes)
• crackers / goldfish crackers
• fruit/granola bars (No Nuts)

Thank you and Welcome Back

The Wredling Nurse Team Carrie Abbs, Andrea Hillard, Cynthia Dykhuis

For each of our 6th grade college and career courses as well as 7th and 8th grade AVID classes, college and careers plays an integral role in the classroom experience. On Fridays, we are looking for volunteers to share their career and experiences in person or via zoom during either 3rd, 6th, 7th or 8th period each week. Times range from 9:30 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. Please fill out THIS FORM if you are interested in sharing your career with our students. We will be sending a confirmation email to you once we have solidified your date and time.

In D303, we value the opportunity to provide a community of care and support to our families, especially those faced with financial hardship. If your family is currently experiencing a significant financial need, our community partnerships have several supports available for families, including school clothes/shoes, winter coats/accessories, school supplies, toiletries, holiday meals, and/or holiday gifts. If you would like to be considered for any of these supports, please complete the Family Resource Form by September 13, 2024.

En D303, valoramos la oportunidad de proveer una comunidad de cuidado y apoyo a nuestras familias, especialmente a aquellas que enfrentan dificultades financieras. Si su familia está experimentando actualmente una necesidad financiera significativa, nuestras asociaciones comunitarias tienen varios apoyos disponibles para las familias, incluyendo: ropa/calzado para la escuela, abrigos/accesorios de invierno, materiales escolares, artículos de aseo personal, comidas para los días festivos, y/o regalos para navidad. Si desea que se le tenga en cuenta para cualquiera de estas ayudas, por favor, rellene este formulario. Para ser considerado, es fundamental que complete esta encuesta a más tardar el viernes 13 de septiembre.

Attention 6th graders! WEB leaders are holding a special event just for you! Thursday, September 19th from 3pm-4pm. Sixth graders have the opportunity to participate in our annual capture the flag tournament. 6th graders will have chance to connect with 8th grade WEB leaders, meet other 6th graders, and have lots of fun. Pick up your permission slip from your team leader or tutorial teacher. This event has limited space, so get your permission slip in early.

Check out what is happening around our community. There are lots of opportunities to explore!

Website: wredling.d303.org
Location: 1200 Dunham Road, St. Charles, IL, USA
Phone: 331-228-3700

Fax: 331-228-3701
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WredlingMiddleSchoolD303