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

 

Fifth Grade Sock Drive

 

For the month of November Fifth grade will be collecting socks for the homeless shelter. Please support this effort by donating new socks (athletic, winter, and/or wool) for men, women, and children. All donations will be delivered when we return from Thanksgiving break. Thank you in advance for your generation donations and helping the fifth grade team take action around SDG # 1 No poverty.

 

Our Clothes Closet needs bottoms!

 

Do you have pants or shorts that no longer fit your child? If so, please consider donating them to our clothes closet! We’re in urgent need of bottoms of all sizes for students who need a quick change due to an accident, illness, or wardrobe mishap.

 

We especially need larger sizes, with elastic waistbands (like sweatpants, gym shorts, or joggers).We are completely out of  bottoms for our older students and have become  extremely creative in the event of emergencies. Before you send those comfy pajama pants, sweats, or sports shorts to goodwill, think of us!  Donate them to help a student in need! Donations can be delivered to our receptionist Ms. Kidalis in the front office.

 

Election Day November 5, No School, Teacher Workday

 

Tuesday November 5 is Election Day. This is a powerful opportunity for each of us to participate in shaping our community and the future. Voting is not only a right but also a way to set a positive example for our children about the importance of civic engagement and taking action.

 

This Election Day talk to your child about why voting matters, the decisions that elected officials make, and how these choices impact everyone. Modeling this commitment helps them see the value of active citizenship and encourages them to engage thoughtfully in their communities as they grow into global citizens and prepare to change the world! 

 

End of Quarter 1

 

The first quarter has officially ended, and report cards will be sent home the week of November 11.  This is a wonderful time to review your child’s progress, celebrate their achievements, and consider ways to support needed academic improvements. At this time, we encourage you to schedule parent teacher conferences if you have not yet done so to discuss your child's progress and learn more about the strategies in place to ensure their academic success.If you have any questions about your child’s report card grades, please feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher with specific questions.

 

November is American Indian Heritage Month

 

November is National American Indian Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and honor the contributions of American Indian communities throughout our nation's history. This month encourages us to learn more about the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and achievements of Native American peoples. As we highlight these histories, we invite you to join us in deepening our understanding and appreciation of Native American heritage, which has greatly shaped our country. Let’s work together to ensure our students recognize and value this important part of our shared history. If you have ideas or suggestions for ways that we can authentically honor and celebrate this cultural heritage feel free to reach out to me or your child’s teacher. 

 

Kid’s Heart Challenge

 

This year Coach Glasson will be participating in the Kid’s Heart Challenge with his elective students. The Kid's Heart Challenge is a nationwide educational program organized by the American Heart Association (AHA). It promotes heart health among children while raising funds for research and community programs aimed at combating heart disease. Typically held in schools, the program includes fun activities and challenges that encourage students to develop healthy lifestyle habits. In addition to raising awareness, the program helps develop a sense of responsibility and empathy in children as they learn how they can make a difference in their own health and in others' lives. Money raised for this event does not go to PTA or Wiley. Donations support the American Heart Association. 

 

The Magnet Window is open for families transitioning to middle school 

 

Magnet students who apply to their next-level pathway magnet school have the highest priority, after siblings, to be selected for that magnet school. For more information about magnet selection priorities, visit wcpss.net/priorities.

 

For the 2025-2026 school year, the application for Magnet schools will be open from October 14 through January 23. Applications are not first-come, first-served. Applicants who are selected for a magnet school to which they applied are automatically assigned to that school. Only apply to a school or schools you want to attend. Families are notified via email if they receive a seat at a school they requested. If you are selected, you will only be selected for one of the schools to which you applied. 

 

Volunteers- must register EVERY YEAR! 

 

Parents, staff, and community members may now register to volunteer in our schools through MyVolunteer. All volunteers must re-register with the new system to volunteer in the 204-25 school year.   If you wish to attend field trips, lead small groups, or volunteer in the classroom you must register to volunteer. 

• Make sure you include your name and contact information when you begin the registration process.  If you leave the CRC background site before completing your contact information, you will have to begin the process again.

•  You must include your social security number to register to volunteer.  If you do not have a social security number, please contact volunteers@wcpss.net or call 919-694-8233.

• You will be notified by the MyVolunteer system if you are approved to volunteer.

• Volunteer Registration LinkClick the link below to start your volunteer registration: https://myvolunteer.com/wcpss/volunteer/login

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Office Closed Daily 3:30 - 4:15

 

This year we will close our office for dismissal between 3:30 and 4:15. At this time, we will not be dismissing students from the office except in the event of emergencies. This is our busiest time of the day and we are completely committed to the safe and timely dismissal of all our students. We ask that if you know that you have to pick up a child for an appointment or special occasion you do so before this time or communicate the transportation change before 3:30. If your reason for early dismissal can wait we ask that you wait patiently in our carpool line as every minute of instruction matters. Fifteen minutes of missed instruction a day is more than an hour of missed instruction a week. Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding. 

 

Excused Absences for Religious/Educational Reasons

 

As you make plans for the school year, we ask that you submit requests for excused educational or religious absences well in advance. All requests should be submitted at least two to three weeks prior to the requested dates. According to policy, excused absences for educational reasons are authorized for educational experiences that are comparable to school academic experiences. The intent of the experience should be educational from the outset and an academic assignment (i.e. journal entry, reflection, presentation, images, project, etc.) will be required as verification of the educational experience.  Family trips and vacations that were not designed, initially, to be educational will not be excused. The form linked here should be used to request the excused dates prior to the absence.

 

Teacher Shout Out 

 

This year we want to share and shout out all the amazing things that Wiley teachers are doing for your students. If you have an amazing story to share or just want to tell a teacher how much you appreciate all they do, use this link:  Comments will be shared with the teacher and the Wiley staff on rotation in the front office.

 

Wiley PTA

 

Rangoli Cultural Arts Project: We Need Your Help!

 

We’re excited to announce that Ms. Thompson’s Quarter 2 Friday Club students will be creating a beautiful rangoli as part of a Cultural Arts project! To make this project as creative and eco-friendly as possible, we’re asking for donations of any type of paper or paper scraps such as colored tissue, magazines, catalogs, newspaper, colored paper, etc, as well as bottle caps of any size or color.

 

If you have any of these materials at home, please send them with your child or drop them off at the front office with the note “Art Q2.” Your contributions will help our students create vibrant, sustainable art while learning about this traditional Indian folk art.

 

Thank You for Making Our Book Fair a Success!

 

A huge thank you to everyone who donated to our Book Fairy program! Because of your generosity, 97 students received a book of their own from the fair. Your kindness has truly made a difference in fostering a love of reading in our community.

 

We also want to extend our gratitude to the wonderful volunteers who helped the Book Fair run smoothly. Your time and dedication made this event a joy for everyone involved. We couldn’t have done it without you - thank you! 

 

Charleston Wrap Fundraiser

 

Our Wiley PTA fundraiser with Charleston Wrap is underway and we need your help! Register your student (participant) at Charleston Wrap and enter ‘25225’ for Wiley’s organization ID. Share and shop until 12/6 to donate up to 40% of sales to Wiley PTA.

 

Minted. Fundraiser

 

Support Wiley PTA by shopping with Minted. for your holiday cards and gifts. When you use code FUNDRAISEWILEY at checkout, you'll enjoy a 20% discount, and, even better, 15% of your purchase will be donated to Wiley PTA. Please share with friends and family and shop with our code until 12/31.

 

Lost and Found

 

Please check out the current Lost and Found inventory. You may claim your item in the cafeteria. Please remember to label your child's belongings to help us return them to their rightful owners. Let’s keep our Lost and Found clear! Thank you for your cooperation.

 

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