District Update
A weekly update from Walled Lake Consolidated Schools
Walled Lake Consolidated School District Update: Nov. 18, 2021
We hope you'll review this week's District Update filled with news and notes from across the Walled Lake Consolidated School District. Stay up to date with District updates by visiting www.wlcsd.org and connecting with the District on social media - Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube
Have a great weekend!
WLCSD Transportation Update - Week of Nov. 22-24
Despite a recent influx of applications and prospective staff entering the Dean Transportation training program, we’ve been informed that our recent bus route cancellations will remain with us for the next several weeks as new staff are hired and trained. Out of fairness to the families already impacted by previous weeks’ cancellations, we will be cancelling different routes each week throughout the District to help share the burden this unfortunate situation creates.
Starting next week, November 22-24, the following buses/routes will be cancelled:
· Bus 126 - WL Central HS, Walnut Creek MS, Glengary EL
· Bus 128 - Geisler MS, MH Guest EL
· Bus 133 - WL Western HS, Sarah Banks MS, Wixom EL
· Bus 136 - WL Western HS, Geisler MS, Loon Lake EL
· Bus 140 - St. Williams to Clifford Smart MS Shuttle, Clifford Smart MS, Keith EL
· Bus 144 - WL Central HS, Geisler MS, Pleasant Lake EL
· Bus 146 - WL Northern HS, Clifford Smart MS, Dublin EL
· Bus 161 - WL Northern HS, Clifford Smart MS, Oakley Park EL
· Bus 163 - WL Western HS, Geisler MS, Hickory Woods EL
· Bus 165 - WL Northern HS, Smart MS, Commerce EL
· Bus 171 - WL Northern HS, Geisler MS, Walled Lake EL
· Bus 172 - WL Western HS, Walnut Creek MS, Meadowbrook EL
Please note, ALL students who have specialized transportation plans that are contained in an IEP will NOT see a disruption in service.
For those families impacted by these temporary cancellations who need childcare assistance, please contact our fee based Prime Time Care office at 248-956-5110 for more information on availability.
Read the complete update on the District website.
Walled Lake Competitive Marching Band places 4th in the State!
Dave Rogers, WL Central director of bands, said, "Our show this year was called Fortune Hunter and depicted the search for lost treasure. We had a fantastic season and many new friendships were made. Both Pat Dudzinski and I could not be prouder of our team."
Walled Lake / Dean Transportation School Bus Driver Hiring Event - Nov. 18
Starting at up to $24 per Hour
In-Person
Thursday, November 18, 2021
10 am – 4 pm
Walled Lake Consolidated Schools, Operations Department
46740 W Pontiac Trail
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(Located behind Geisler Middle School)
On-the-spot interviews and job offers will be made to qualified candidates at this event for immediate school bus driver positions starting at up to $24 per hour.
Contact Kathleen Len for directions or questions: (248) 956-3092. Apply in Person or Online at deanjobs.com/walledlake
Oakley joins the Pack!
She is scheduled to begin her service at OPE in the winter of 2022.
Welcome to the pack, Oakley!
District elementary schools, PTAs organize fall fundraisers!
Click the button below to read the complete recap on the District website.
23rd Annual Dr. MLK, Jr. Day Express Yourself Contest
How?
- Express the theme, “Together We’re Better!” in your own unique way. There are lots of possibilities for creating a project. It can be a piece of writing, music, art, or other visual that shows how you want to make a positive change and/or impact in the world.
- Fill out an entry form (see back) and attach your entry to the form.
When? Turn in your entry to your school’s office by Wednesday, December 15, 2021.
The event's keynote speaker at the 23rd Annual MLK Celebration will be Rabbi Yarden Blumstein. He will share his experience with bringing people together within our local community.
Please complete the entry form available by clicking the button below.
Alec Bender Friend of Diversity Nominations Accepted NOW!
The committee hopes that each school building will nominate at least one staff member, student, and parent or community member for the Alec Bender Friend of Diversity Award. Nominations will be submitted to the Walled Lake School Central Office administration for final selection. Nomination forms should be returned to your school principal no later than Wednesday, December 15, 2021.
Please complete the application available by clicking on the button below.
Irene Daniels PTSA Scholarship - Accepted NOW!
The purpose of the Irene Daniels Walled Lake PTSA Council Scholarship is to encourage worthy students to undertake a post-secondary course of study. The Council Scholarship Committee reviews applications and qualifications of students from Walled Lake Central, Walled Lake Northern, and Walled Lake Western High Schools and one winner from each school is selected every year. The PTSA Council bases some of the criteria of the scholarship on volunteerism, leadership, school activities/honors, and recommendations by counselors or teachers. The three students selected each receive $750 to use toward future educational costs. The award check is payable JOINTLY to the student and post-secondary school. Walled Lake PTSA Council needs to be notified of the name of the school by May 1st of the year awarded. The funding of the scholarship primarily comes from the Walled Lake PTSA Council Dues. The unit dues were increased from $50 to $150 in the 1960’s when Mrs. Daniels passed away and the scholarship fund was established. Each year, Council receives $1,900 from dues to support the $2,250 awarded. The remaining funds are generated through other means.
The form below should be used to submit an application. This is open to students who are a member of the PTSA or whose parent is a member of PTSA.
Congratulations to our NLI Signees!
Athletic Department conducts Winter Leadership Conference
On Thursday, Nov. 11, nearly 60 student athletes from all three WL high schools were in attendance to take part in a day of team building at the ESC. The Winter Leadership Conference was led by the Director of Athletics & Secondary Physical Education, Brian Swinehart, additionally Asst. Principals and Athletic Coordinators Chuck Froning (WLN), Stuart Riley (WLC), and Sara Facemyer (WLW), were on site to provide student support.
Swinehart stated, “This day of learning provides a great opportunity for us to bring together and build comradery amongst our student athletes prior to the start of their seasons. We are able to discuss real world issues that will help prepare them to make good decisions in the classroom, when they are competing, and in life in general. I wish all of our athletic teams success as they move forward!”
Here is the MHSAA schedule for when winter sports kick off.
Thank you to our WLCSD Lunch Heroes!
Community Invited to "Walk into Walled Lake"
The Walled Lake Consolidated School District (WLCSD) is excited to host “Walk into Walled Lake”, an upcoming series of informational community employment sessions. These informational sessions will allow members of the community to learn more about the District and how they can support the schools by filling needed positions within the schools. Attendees will then have the opportunity to apply and participate in walk-in job interviews for needed positions such as substitute teachers, paraeducators, before and after school care, food service employees, custodians, and transportation.
Candidates interested in earning a competitive wage, while serving their community are invited to Walk into Walled Lake from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the District’s Educational Services Center (850 Ladd Road, Building D, Walled Lake, 48390) on the following dates:
Tuesday, November 23
Tuesday, December 7
Attendees will have the opportunity to speak with District representatives, learn more information specific to their job interest, and will be able to complete the application process on-site.
Questions can be directed to WLCSD Human Resource Executive Manager, Brad Paddock by email at BradleyPaddock@wlcsd.org, or by phone at 248-956-2192.
Childcare Staff Needed!
Transportation Staff Needed!
Substitutes Needed!
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Golden Apple Award Nominations - 2021-22
School Menu Adjustments - Nationwide Food Disruptions
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, we are seeing nationwide disruptions to manufacturing, supply and distribution channels. You may have experienced this yourself while shopping online or in stores. This disruption also impacts school meals, as we navigate obtaining certain foods and supplies. Students may notice that we’re serving menu items that were not previously available or listed on menus.
While this situation is out of our control and something that school districts all across the country are experiencing, we are doing our best every day to come up with solutions to these challenges. We will continue serving our students a variety of nutritious foods, our menus will continue to be updated here as we see changes. Everything we serve will continue to meet nutrition guidelines set by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). All schools that operate the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program must follow these guidelines. We will also continue to accommodate students with special dietary restrictions and allergies.
We remain committed to providing our students with the nutritious meals they need to grow and learn. We appreciate your patience and understanding. As a reminder, school meals are free for all students again this school year. If you have questions, please contact Julie Fortner, Food Services Supervisor at 248-956-3080.
District Links:
2021-22 WLCSD School Year FAQ
WLCSD Learning Newsletter
LAYA Adopt-a-Child
Walled Lake E-Sports
WL Adult Education
Support Hunter's Recovery
Support the Jessica Starr Splash Pad!
WLCSD Stormwater Management
FFE News and Notes
Hospitality House Food Pantry
Connect with Us!
Our mission, in partnership with parents and the community, is to become the best educational system in America so all students demonstrate they are caring, responsible, and knowledgeable citizens.
Email: danieldurkin@wlcsd.org
Website: www.wlcsd.org
Location: 850 Ladd Road, Walled Lake, MI, USA
Phone: (248) 956-2000
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