The WLE Weekly
Friday, January 20, 2017
We are surrounded by great learning opportunities!
Hello WLE Family,
One of the many reasons I love the Walled Lake Consolidated School District is the variety of high-quality programs focusing on learning, parenting and community involvement for Preschool ages up through adults.
One such opportunity is our Preschool Open House on Thursday, February 9. Our preschool classrooms will be open for a tour and to provide information about our program. If you, or someone you know is looking for a comprehensive preschool, look no further than WLCSD Preschool.
Another opportunity on February 9 is the Community Forum on Race, Diversity and Inclusion presented by the Walled Lake African American Parent Network in partnership with WLCSD. Dr. Jay Marks, Diversity & Equity Consultant from Oakland School will facilitate discussion. I have had the pleasure to hear Dr. Marks on several occasions and each time I learn something new. I'd love for you to join me at this free event from 6:30-8:00 P.M at the ESC across the street.
Thank you for being our partner in education. As always, if you have any concerns or have any questions, I am just a phone call, email or office visit away.
Sincerely,
Cyndi Nickel
Proud Principal, Walled Lake Elementary
Walled Lake Preschool Open House: Feb 9
Are you looking for a high quality preschool program for your toddler? Do you have a neighbor looking for preschool programs?
Join us on Thursday, February 9 from 5:00-6:30. Our preschool classroom will be open for a tour and you can learn why Walled Lake preschool is a great fit for your child!
UPCOMING POPCORN FRIDAYS
Fresh popcorn is available on the following Fridays for $0.50 a box:
Friday, January 27
Friday, February 3
PTA Pancake Supper: Thursday, February 2
Cost is $5 per person. All PTA members each receive $1 discount. Please note: this is not a fundraiser. The cost pays for the vendor to set up, cook and get people seated for dinner quickly!
We are looking for parent volunteers. Check out the Sign Up Genius link here to help out.
School of Choice Information 2017-18 : Firm Deadline is THIS FRIDAY
Walled Lake Consolidated Schools is a participant in Schools of Choice 105 on a ‘limited’ basis, limited meaning not all buildings and grade levels will have openings. Typically we accept applications for grades K-10. Under Schools of Choice 105 we may enroll students who are not residents of our district but still reside in one of the other 27 Oakland County school districts who meet the application guidelines.
The application period for the 2017-2018 school year will be January 9 through January 27, 2017. By law, applications cannot be accepted before January 9 or after January 27, 2017
If you are currently a resident of the district and anticipate moving out of the district during the current school year, it may be possible for your children to continue their education here the following years under Schools of Choice 105 if:
- You are still residing within one the other 27 Oakland County school district boundaries
- The building and grade level you want is open for application (you may end up on a waiting list if a lottery is necessary)
- Meet the application guidelines
- Make application during the application period
FFE Tuition Expedition
- Chance to win BIG!
- $50 per ticket or 3 for $100
- 1,000 tickets available
- Raffle benefits Walled Lake Consolidated School District
- Grand Prize Winner may elect scholarship funds for postsecondary education or 40% lump sum payment option
Check, cash and credit card accepted by Foundation for Excellence: 850 Ladd Rd., Bldg. D, Walled Lake, Michigan | 248.956.2116
GRAND PRIZE DRAWING: March 27, 2017 @ Walnut Creek Middle School; WL District Reflections Celebration. Need not be present to win.
FFE Tuition Expedition details.@WLETigers on Twitter
We post regular updates and lots of photos of what is happening in our school. Enter to win a Tim Horton's gift card by checking out our Twitter page.
Check it out! WLE MORNING NEWS
The WLE News features our students who write their reports, videotape using a real "green screen" and edit for an outstanding news broadcast.
Click here to view this week's segments!
WLE TALENT SHOW UPDATES
We are excited to present the WLE Talent Show this Friday, January 27 at 2:30 P.M.
Please note: due to limited seating, only parents of children performing in the show will be able to attend.
The Talent Show will be recorded and posted to the WLE Music Classroom
website in order for other friends and family to view the show.
Students performing are required to attend the dress rehearsal on Thursday, January 26 from 4:00-5:00. Students should wear their full costume for the dress rehearsal.
We are looking for a few parent volunteers to help with set up prior to the show and also right after the show. If you are available to help, please contact Mrs. Ford.
Music Classroom Website:
https://sites.google.com/a/teachers.wlcsd.org/katelynford/
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Ford.
Voicemail: 248-956-4351
UPCOMING JANUARY & FEBRUARY CALENDAR EVENTS
Jan 26: Talent Show Dress Rehearsal 4:00-5:00
Jan 27: Talent Show for students at 2:30
Feb 1: HALF DAY OF SCHOOL, Students dismissed @ 12:09
Feb 2: PTA Pancake Supper 5:30-7:00
Feb 6: PTA Meeting @ 7:00 P.M.
Feb 8: Count Day
Feb 9: Preschool Open House 5:00-6:30 P.M., Community Forum 6:30-8:00 @ ESC
Feb 16: HALF DAY OF SCHOOL, students dismissed @ 12:09 for Mid Winter Break
Feb 17: MID WINTER BREAK-NO SCHOOL
Feb 20: MID WINTER-NO SCHOOL
Feb 21: NO SCHOOL
Feb 22: BACK TO SCHOOL
CONTACT US!
Sharon McConnell, Principal's Secretary
Karen Harris, Building Secretary
Want to know what is happening at Walled Lake Elementary? Follow us on Twitter @WLETigers. You can also access our Walled Lake Elementary website for up-to-date news and the current lunch menu!
We work hard to promote our school story through technology. You can also search the hashtag #wleced to see Tweets across the Walled Lake Consolidated School District and see our philosophy of "Every Child, Every Day" in action!
Contact Information
Phone: 248-956-4300
Fax: 248-956-4305
Absence Line: 248-956-4390
Prime Time Care: 248-956-4399
Late Bus: 248-956-5199
Address: 1055 W. West Maple, Walled Lake, MI 48390
School starts: 8:55 A.M. School ends: 3:58 P.M.
Email: cynthianickel@wlcsd.org
Twitter: @WLETigers