Wiley Way
Week of October 2, 2023
SCHOOL INFORMATION
Welcome to Wiley ~ Home of the Wiley Coyotes
Office Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
School Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:50 PM; early dismissal @ 12:04 PM
If you need anything, PLEASE EMAIL or phone the office staff at officewiley@uticak12.org/
586-797-6700 ; someone will respond promptly.
24 hr. Attendance Line: (586) 797-6799
Office Staff:
- Mrs. Candice Merivirta, Principal
- Mrs. Cathy Baumgartner, Administrative Assistant
- Mrs. Cari Muirhead, Clerk
Dates to Remember
September 15-October 15: National Hispanic Heritage Month
Monday, September 18-Friday, September 29: Fun Run Fundraiser Kickoff!
Monday, October 2: Family Skate Night (6-8 PM); Kickoff for National Bullying Prevention Month ~ WEAR BLUE 🙂
Friday, October 6: Fun Run (Donations accepted through today!)
Sunday, October 8: Band-O-Rama @ Swinehart Field 7:00 PM (see flyer below)
Monday, October 9: Parent Volunteer Meeting @ 7:00 PM Media Center
Wednesday, October 18: NO SCHOOL (Teacher PD)
Thursday, October 19: Picture Day
Monday, October 23 - Thursday, October 26 : Pumpkin Raffle ~ Tickets Sold
Friday, October 27: Early Dismissal (12:04 PM) , END OF FIRST MARKING PERIOD, Pumpkin Raffle ~ Winners Announced, Dinner Night Out at Chuck E Cheese
(fundraiser)
Saturday, October 28: Trunk or Treat
Tuesday, October 31: Happy Halloween! Early Dismissal (12:04 PM)
Message From Mrs. Merivirta
What a wonderful week it has been! We had the pleasure of listening to the UHS Marching Band on Wednesday afternoon. Under the leadership of Band Director Mr. Brett Bays students experienced the band and the flag color guard as they performed several numbers for students. In addition, former Wiley students who are now in the band gave a shout out to their home school. You can share the experience by clicking on the video below.
October 2nd is World Day of Bullying Prevention and the month of October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Throughout the month, teachers will share lessons about bullying and bullying prevention. They will also help students to understand the difference in learning to resolve issues of conflict and bullying. We will share stories (find Stand Tall Molly Lou Melon below) for you to listen to and discuss with your child throughout the month. As always, we will teach respect for one another.
"Kindness is the quality or state of being kind. It is so important. The last few years we have endured such hate. We must get back to kindness. Give KINDNESS because you can. Do not judge. Learn other cultures because if you don’t you will never know what wonderful people can be in your life. Be RESPECTFUL to all people. Why? Because the world needs more people who are. And there is no one better to do this than ALL OF US!!"
Our first family skate night is Monday evening ~ we hope that you can join us! Our FUN RUN will be held on Friday, October 6; thank you to the parent group for organizing and all the parents that have volunteered to help that day. Donations are still being accepted and there is a new incentive to get donations in this week ~ see below. The volunteer group will hold their next meeting on Wednesday, October 11 @ 7:00 PM in the Media Center. Please plan on attending if you can.
If ever you have a question or a concern, please reach out to me. I am here to help answer questions about happenings at Wiley ~ whether it be transportation, our parking lot, classroom concerns, or anything else! If I cannot provide the answer that you are looking for I will direct you to the person who can assist you
As always, we look forward to working in partnership this year to help every child succeed! I hope that you enjoy a wonderful holiday weekend.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Merivirta
PICTURE DAY IS COMING!
HELP RAISE FUNDS FOR WILEY AND MUCH MORE!
If you have not already had the opportunity to, please consider pledging for our Wiley Volunteer FUN RUN FUNDRAISER. All funds will go to support students and staff at Wiley. Please see the flyers below to find out how to participate and the great prizes that are available (including possibly having me dye my hair something wild and crazy!!!). Donations will be accepted through the date of the event, Friday, October 6.
This week, there is an added incentive to get donations in. See flyer below. 🙂
Join Us For Family Skate Night!
National Bullying Prevention Month
Throughout the month we will feature stories about understanding differences and bullying prevention.
Please take time to share the stories with your child(ren) and have a discussion with them about how they can always choose to help and not hurt others.
WILEY COMMUNITY CLOSET
At this time they are not accepting any more donations. If you would like information or would like to schedule a visit to the Closet please email Mrs. Kurmas at karrie.kurmas@uticak12.org.
LOST AND FOUND
Please take a moment to look at the items in lost and found to see if they belong to your child.
WAYS TO SUPPORT WILEY AND STAY IN TOUCH
Extended Day Opportunities
Too Sick to Come to School?
Take a Peek at These Health Department Guidelines
When is your child too sick to attend school? The following guidelines, along with the advice of your family doctor, will help you decide when your child should stay home:
• Cold and/or cough – a child with deep mucus that causes a cough and heavy nose drainage cannot function at school.
• Fever – fever is a warning that something is wrong. A child should remain at home for 24 hours after the fever is gone without the use of medication.
• Rash – a rash, spots or blotches on the skin can be the first sign of many illnesses. Rashes require a physician’s release stating they are not contagious.
• Stomachache/Upset – a child who is vomiting or has diarrhea should be kept at home and may return 24 hours after the symptoms are gone.
• Head Lice – a child with head lice must remain at home until treatment is complete and school officials confirm he or she is free of lice. Check your child’s head before school begins in the fall and routinely during the school year or if he or she complains of an itchy scalp. Look around your child’s ears and back of the neck for nits, which are tiny, 8 white, oval-shaped lice eggs that are attached to the hair near the scalp. Nits may look like dandruff or scalp flakes, but nits do not move and are difficult to dislodge. Notify the school office immediately if your child has head lice. Begin treatment immediately by contacting your doctor or purchasing over the counter medication from the drug store. To prevent spreading head lice, wash all infested garments, hair accessories, bedding and other surfaces with hot water and disinfectant. You must sign your child in at the office when he or she is returning to school after treatment for head lice.
Utica Community Schools has a no pet policy on school property.
Recess
Students will have the opportunity to go outside with their classmates during designated times throughout the day. Recess helps to promote social and emotional learning and development for all children. Allowing time for our students to engage in peer interactions provides them with an opportunity to practice essential social skills. Recess also benefits our students by increasing their level of physical activity improving their memory, attention, and concentration. Each class will have a recess attached to the lunch program. We go outside whenever possible and stay inside if it is raining or the temperatures are below 10 degrees Fahrenheit. Students will have an optional second recess each day with their classroom teacher. Please have children dress for the weather.
Stay Connected with our Wiley Volunteer Parent Group
AND ALWAYS REMEMBER, AT WILEY...
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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