WBSD Weekly Update
Friday, September 9, 2022
WBSD would like to thank all of our students and families for a wonderful start to the 2022-2023 school year! Our staff can feel the excitement and enthusiasm in our schools. Thank you for choosing to be part of this wonderful community!
The West Bloomfield School District (WBSD) is thrilled to announce that the 11th Annual Family Fun Night will be held in conjunction with the 50-year golden jubilee celebration of West Bloomfield High School. The entire West Bloomfield community is invited to attend this free event filled with activities, prizes, and more! Attendees are encouraged to come for the fun and then stay to cheer on the West Bloomfield High School Laker football team as they take on Clarkston High School at 7 p.m. following Family Fun Night. Elementary and middle school students wearing spirit wear items are admitted into the game for free!
Google Search for Roosevelt & WBMS
We are aware that our information on Google search for Roosevelt and West Bloomfield Middle School is incorrect. Most of the changes for West Bloomfield Middle School have been accepted. We are still working with Google to correct Roosevelt Elementary School. Thank you for your patience!
Civic Center TV "SPLASH LIVE"
Civic Center TV caught up with the new principal of Gretchko Elementary School, Jen Teal, to hear how the new school year has kicked off!
Community Partner: Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition
Thank you to our community partner, Lisa Berkey, Executive Director at the Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition. Next week, the following programs will be at our schools:
September 14 - Mr. Peace - Sheiko
September 14 - Bucket Fillers - Gretchko - Sponsored by Vibe Credit Union
September 15 - Mr. Peace - Scotch - Sponsored by LaFontaine Automotive
September 15 - Bucket Fillers - Doherty - Sponsored by Vibe Credit Union
September 16 - Bucket Fillers - Roosevelt - Sponsored by Vibe Credit Union
September 16 - Anthony Grupido (Mental Health Magician) - WBMS
September 16 - Mr. Peace - Roosevelt
Thank you Lisa for orchestrating meaningful programs for our WBSD students and families! We are grateful for your partnership!
Board of Education Candidate Forum
Please join us on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at West Bloomfield High School in the iCenter for our Board of Education Candidate Forum. Community members will have the opportunity to pose questions to the nine Board of Education candidates running for two seats, each with six-year terms beginning at 6:30 p.m. The Forum will begin promptly at 7 p.m. The Candidate Forum will be run by the League of Women Voters and students from Oakland Early College. The event is being recorded and will be available for viewing a few days following the Forum.
Save the Date! WBEF Fundraiser
Casino Night 2023
NEW LOCATION: Farmington Hills Manor
Evening of Friday, February 3, 2023
Put the date in your calendar today!
Join us for a silent auction, raffle, live music, casino games, dancing, and so much more!
County-Wide Caregivers Series: Tools to Support Youth Well-Being
Caregivers play one of the biggest roles in keeping youth safe and healthy. A key caregiver role is helping youth understand that their health and well-being—now and in the future—are not simply a matter of chance, but something that can be influenced by their actions.
October 2022 upcoming virtual/in-person events are being offered to parents/caregivers throughout Oakland County. Click here for topics and event information.
Register for any or all of the free sessions today to learn ways you can have meaningful discussions about health and wellness with your children.
Blessings In A Backpack - For Those In Need
The goal is to make sure that no child goes hungry on the weekend. Run by volunteers, there is NO cost to families.This program sends six non-perishable meals home each Friday of the school year. If your family could benefit from the program, please complete
the application. For more information visit:
https://www.blessingsinabackpackmi.org/west-bloomfield-keego-harbor/
18th annual Kids’ Clean Water Calendar Contest
For the past 17 years, the Water Resources Commissioner (WRC) has held an annual calendar contest open to fourth and fifth grade students in Oakland County. This program is a great way to educate youth and teach them how to get involved in helping prevent pollution of our freshwater resources.
Entries for the 2023 calendar contest will be accepted now through October 7, 2022. Winners will be announced in mid-November. Click here for the 2023 contest rules.
Scouting Information Session
Are you interested in joining Cub Scouts?
Pack 100 - Boys & Girls Welcome
7 - 8:30 p.m. - Monday, September 19 - Scotch Elementary School
More information can be found here: http://westbloomfieldpack100.Scoutlander.com
Questions: Scott McCullough at onecmscott@hotmail.com or Elizabeth Belcher
West Bloomfield Public Library
Book Lists
- Time for Bed (Kids)
- History in the Making – Hispanic American History (Kids)
- Hispanic Heritage Month (Teen) Grandparents Day Celebration
Saturday, September 10 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Main Library Youth Activity Center
Celebrate National Grandparents Day at the library! Enjoy a fun-filled day for grandparents,
grandkids, and the entire family, featuring a roving princess & superhero, selfie booth, family
science show, train rides, and crafts! All ages. No registration required.
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month
Sign up for a West Bloomfield Library card to access popular books, movies, study spaces,
resources, and more! Students of the West Bloomfield School District are eligible for a West
Bloomfield Library card. Learn more about library card eligibility and benefits by reading the
Library Card Chart, available at wblib.org.