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Principal Message 5-10-24



Read this week’s PTA newsletter here:  https://www.wileypta.org/pta-newsletter

 

Happy Mother’s Day

 

I would like to extend the warmest wishes to all the Wiley mothers this Mother’s Day. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the weekend, may you find moments to pause, breathe, and revel in all the love and joy that surrounds you. To a day filled with laughter, love, and the appreciation you truly deserve. Happy Mother's Day!"

 

Volunteer Breakfast Friday, May 17 8:30 - 9:30

 

As a small token of our immense appreciation for your dedication and invaluable contributions to the Wiley community, we cordially invite all volunteers to a special breakfast on Friday, May 17th. Following a week of exceptional appreciation and recognition, we could not let the year end without expressing our gratitude to you, our wonderful volunteers.

 

Join us from 8:30 to 9:30 AM as we celebrate and honor your commitment to making Wiley a better place. To assist with planning, we ask that you reach out to your child's homeroom teacher to confirm your attendance.

 

Congratulations Stacey Smith!

 

On Tuesday, Stacey Smith our Instructional Facilitator, was approved as the new assistant principal of Hunter Elementary. Stacey has been an integral part of the Wiley family for the past nine years. While we are saddened to bid her farewell, we are incredibly proud to know that she will be embarking on an exciting new journey as an assistant principal.

 

As Stacey moves forward to embrace this next chapter in her career, we know that, like our students, Wiley has equipped her with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to take action and change the world. 

 

Please join us in extending our heartfelt gratitude and best wishes to Stacey as she embarks on this exciting new adventure.

 

 WCPSS is proud to present Letterland Days 2024

 

Throughout the week of May 13-17, different Letterlanders can be found at various locations around Pullen Park. Join us each day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. for a scavenger hunt to locate your favorite Letterlanders. On May 13 and May 16 from 5 to 8 p.m., additional fun and exciting themed activities will be located at stations around the park. Register for Letterland Activity Nights.

 

Wiley PTA Meeting

 

Our last PTA meeting of the school year will be held virtually on Wednesday, 5/15, at 6 pm. Please plan to attend as we need PTA members to vote in the PTA Executive Committee for the ‘24-’25 school year. The current nominees are:

 

  • President: Marilyn Lall

  • Vice President: Emily Kiser-Yellick

  • Treasurer: Carie Chesarino

  • Secretary: Casey MacQueen Pickering

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To nominate others, please email nominations@wileypta.org.

 

Click here to join via Google Meet. Thanks for being a part of our meetings this year!

 

Wiley Band Concert 

Wednesday, 5/22 at 6 pm

 

The whole Wiley community is invited to the Wiley Band’s Spring Concert in the Learning Commons! Come enjoy a night of music by the Beginning Band, Continuing Band, and Wiley alumni guests. If you have a current 2nd - 4th grader who may be interested in joining the band next year, this is a great chance to see our band program in action. Please reach out to band@wileypta.org with any questions.

 

Field Day Volunteers Needed

 

Our annual Field Day is Friday, 5/24. This is an opportunity for students to spend time outside, collaborate with their peers, and take part in an array of fun activities.

 

Mr. Glasson needs volunteers for Field Day to run smoothly - please sign up here. Any help is appreciated as we want to provide our students with the best experience possible!

 

Purchase 2024-2025 School Supplies Online 

 

Wiley PTA has partnered with EPI to save you time in shopping for classroom supply kits. For each of your children, order one grade-level pack and one “All Lang./Electives Classes” pack and they will be delivered to your child’s classroom.

 

You can also order additional packs for students in need by adding extra packs to your cart and labeling them Donation Donations (first and last name).

 

To purchase, visit www.educationalproducts.com/shoppacks and enter Wiley’s school ID: WIL772.

 

TEK Lion King Drama Summer Camp

 

The African savannah comes to life on the stage with Simba, Rafiki, and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again in this inspiring coming-of-age tale. Join us for a week of camp where we will act, dance, sing and do set and prop making, and produce our own musical! Camp will be held on 8/5 - 8/9 from 9 am - 3 pm at Root Elementary and is open to all rising 3rd - 6th graders. Cost: $400. Registration and more information can be found on the TEK website

 

Lost and Found

 

Please check out the current Lost and Found inventory. You may claim your item(s) in the Lost and Found Room in the cafeteria.

 

Dreambox Usage

 

Students are expected to complete at least 5 lessons a week in Dreambox. A Harvard University study has shown that just 60 minutes of DreamBox lessons per week can fast-track your students up to two grade levels in a year. We recommend that students complete five or more lessons per week with DreamBox Learning because students who complete five lessons each week show more math growth than those who complete fewer lessons. One lesson takes about 15 minutes. Dreambox is adaptive and constantly responding to the skills and understanding of your child. Having your child complete at least one Dreambox lesson a week can help your child’s teacher better understand their need, extend their learning, and/or address learning gaps.

 

Upcoming Dates

 

Monday, May 27 

Memorial Day No School

Monday May 13 

Interims Go Home 

Wednesday, May 15  

Monthly PTA Meeting 

Tuesday, May 14 

Stacey Smith Day  Instructional Facilitator Day 

Friday, May 17  

Speech Pathologist Appreciation Day (Emily Voliva) 

Wednesday, May 22 

Wiley Band Concert

Monday, May 27 

NO SCHOOL - MEMORIAL DAY