Woodhaven-Brownstown School District
Learning and Leading for Tomorrow
Next week the WBSD kicks off our Summer Carnival Meet Ups! Students in PreK - 4th grade can come and check-in with their Think Stretch Workbooks and have FUN with friends!
Soccer Fever is HERE! ⚽
Calling all sports families! 🌎 The biggest sporting event on the planet—the FIFA World Cup—is coming to the USA!
While the matches themselves will be hosted in major hub cities across North America, the excitement is going to be absolutely electric everywhere. It’s the perfect time to ignite a passion for soccer in your kids.
How to celebrate locally:
- Host a family backyard tournament or neighborhood watch party.
- Pick a country to learn about together every time they play a match.
- Catch local watch parties in downtown Detroit parks!
- Keep an eye on the official schedules and start planning your summer watch parties!
🔗 Stay updated on the tournament: fifa.com
Calling all sports families! 🌎 The biggest sporting event on the planet—the FIFA World Cup—is coming to the USA!
While the matches themselves will be hosted in major hub cities across North America, the excitement is going to be absolutely electric everywhere. It’s the perfect time to ignite a passion for soccer in your kids.
How to celebrate locally:
- Host a family backyard tournament or neighborhood watch party.
- Pick a country to learn about together every time they play a match.
- Catch local watch parties in downtown Detroit parks!
- Keep an eye on the official schedules and start planning your summer watch parties!
🔗 Stay updated on the tournament: fifa.com
NOTICE OF REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION - November 3, 2026
The Board of Education will have four seats on the ballot for the 11/3/26 General Election. All seats are four-year terms and begin January 1, 2027. District residents seeking to be a candidate for school board should contact the City of Woodhaven - Clerk's Office - for information on the filing process. The filing deadline is 4:00 pm on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
The Board of Education will have four seats on the ballot for the 11/3/26 General Election. All seats are four-year terms and begin January 1, 2027. District residents seeking to be a candidate for school board should contact the City of Woodhaven - Clerk's Office - for information on the filing process. The filing deadline is 4:00 pm on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
😎🦅 Flying high in style!
Congratulations to Bates Elementary third grader Eli Yharbrough, whose winning flag design featuring a cool Bates Eagle in sunglasses was selected to represent the school for the next year. During the school's annual Flag Day celebration, Eli's custom flag was raised high above Bates, showcasing school pride, creativity, and patriotism.
Read more about this special tradition and the students behind it: https://www.mywbsd.org/article/2988142
#BatesElementary #WBSDProud #WarriorFamily #StudentCreativity #FlagDay
Congratulations to Bates Elementary third grader Eli Yharbrough, whose winning flag design featuring a cool Bates Eagle in sunglasses was selected to represent the school for the next year. During the school's annual Flag Day celebration, Eli's custom flag was raised high above Bates, showcasing school pride, creativity, and patriotism.
Read more about this special tradition and the students behind it: https://www.mywbsd.org/article/2988142
#BatesElementary #WBSDProud #WarriorFamily #StudentCreativity #FlagDay
Attention Student Athletes & Families - TODAY is the first of two Warrior Day physicals. As a reminder, all students need a MHSAA physical dated after April 15, 2026 to participate in sports during the 2026-27 school year.
Happy Last Day and Happy Summer, WBSD! We will see you back on Tuesday, September 8!
Saturday, May 30th, Woodhaven Kiwanians along members of the Woodhaven High National Honor Society and Varsity Hockey team delivered 275 cases of cereal between seven local food pantries that serve families in our School District.
It didn't just happen Saturday. Students at all Woodhaven-Brownstown Schools collected cereal throughout May. Together our schools collected 131 case of cereal. Friday, May 29th, members of the Brownstown Middle School Charity Club and National Junior Honor Society help Kiwanians collect the cereal from all the schools. In addition, to the cereal collected in the schools, Woodhaven Kiwanians purchased 144 cases of cereal. Each pantry received about 150 pounds of cereal.
The concept of a summer cereal drive originated with the Professional Nurses Association at Children's Hospital. The sad realization is Summer Break is not Great for everyone. Children suffering from food insecurities miss their free breakfast and lunch served at school every day. Local food pantries have a big challenge in the summer meeting the needs of children.
It didn't just happen Saturday. Students at all Woodhaven-Brownstown Schools collected cereal throughout May. Together our schools collected 131 case of cereal. Friday, May 29th, members of the Brownstown Middle School Charity Club and National Junior Honor Society help Kiwanians collect the cereal from all the schools. In addition, to the cereal collected in the schools, Woodhaven Kiwanians purchased 144 cases of cereal. Each pantry received about 150 pounds of cereal.
The concept of a summer cereal drive originated with the Professional Nurses Association at Children's Hospital. The sad realization is Summer Break is not Great for everyone. Children suffering from food insecurities miss their free breakfast and lunch served at school every day. Local food pantries have a big challenge in the summer meeting the needs of children.
Attention Student Athletes & Families - Mark your calendars for the annual Warrior Day Physicals. As a reminder, all students need a MHSAA physical dated after April 15, 2026 to participate in sports during the 2026-27 school year.
🎨🗳️ Congratulations to Brownstown Middle School seventh grader Aiden Stork!
Aiden's Michigan-inspired "I Voted" sticker design, featuring the iconic Mackinac Bridge, has been selected as a finalist in the State of Michigan's 2026 "I Voted" Sticker Contest.
If chosen as the winning design, Aiden's artwork could be handed out to voters across the state. What an incredible accomplishment!
Voting is open through June 30, and Aiden has a simple message for everyone: "Vote Aiden!"
Read more about Aiden and his design: https://www.mywbsd.org/article/2963497
#WBSDProud #BrownstownMiddleSchool #StudentSuccess #MichiganIVotedSticker
Aiden's Michigan-inspired "I Voted" sticker design, featuring the iconic Mackinac Bridge, has been selected as a finalist in the State of Michigan's 2026 "I Voted" Sticker Contest.
If chosen as the winning design, Aiden's artwork could be handed out to voters across the state. What an incredible accomplishment!
Voting is open through June 30, and Aiden has a simple message for everyone: "Vote Aiden!"
Read more about Aiden and his design: https://www.mywbsd.org/article/2963497
#WBSDProud #BrownstownMiddleSchool #StudentSuccess #MichiganIVotedSticker
NOTICE OF REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION - November 3, 2026
The Board of Education will have four seats on the ballot for the 11/3/26 General Election. All seats are four-year terms and begin January 1, 2027. District residents seeking to be a candidate for school board should contact the City of Woodhaven - Clerk's Office - for information on the filing process. The filing deadline is 4:00 pm on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
The Board of Education will have four seats on the ballot for the 11/3/26 General Election. All seats are four-year terms and begin January 1, 2027. District residents seeking to be a candidate for school board should contact the City of Woodhaven - Clerk's Office - for information on the filing process. The filing deadline is 4:00 pm on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
STEM learning came to life at Wegienka Elementary thanks to the Woodhaven High School Goon Squad! 🔬⚙️💡
During a special STEM Day community outreach event, high school students transformed the gym into a hands-on learning experience, hosting interactive stations for Wegienka students in every grade level. From science and technology to engineering and math activities, younger students had the opportunity to explore, ask questions, and learn directly from their high school mentors.
It was a fantastic day of collaboration, leadership, and learning as Warriors of all ages came together to inspire curiosity and a love of STEM!
#WarriorPride #STEMEducation #CommunityConnections #FutureReady
During a special STEM Day community outreach event, high school students transformed the gym into a hands-on learning experience, hosting interactive stations for Wegienka students in every grade level. From science and technology to engineering and math activities, younger students had the opportunity to explore, ask questions, and learn directly from their high school mentors.
It was a fantastic day of collaboration, leadership, and learning as Warriors of all ages came together to inspire curiosity and a love of STEM!
#WarriorPride #STEMEducation #CommunityConnections #FutureReady
🧪🎈 Learning was in full swing outdoors at Brownstown Middle School!
Last week, students in Ms. Schefsky’s 8th grade science class took their lab outside to investigate states of matter. Using frozen balloons, water balloons, and air-filled balloons, students compared solids, liquids, and gases to determine which state of matter appeared the most stable.
Through hands-on exploration, thoughtful observations, and engaging discussions, students tested their ideas and connected real-world experiences to their current science unit. Learning science has never been so cool! #BMSPride #HandsOnLearning #FutureScientists #WBSDExcellence
Last week, students in Ms. Schefsky’s 8th grade science class took their lab outside to investigate states of matter. Using frozen balloons, water balloons, and air-filled balloons, students compared solids, liquids, and gases to determine which state of matter appeared the most stable.
Through hands-on exploration, thoughtful observations, and engaging discussions, students tested their ideas and connected real-world experiences to their current science unit. Learning science has never been so cool! #BMSPride #HandsOnLearning #FutureScientists #WBSDExcellence
From the pool to published author! 📚💙
Woodhaven High School alumnus Cooper Eckert is turning adversity into inspiration with the release of his new book, One Good Run. A former WHS swim team member, Cooper began writing after suffering a life-changing neck injury while swimming.
One Good Run follows the story of Sketch, a young man struggling with grief and self-doubt as he searches for the strength to move forward. The novel is described as “a bittersweet tale of loss, resilience, and learning that sometimes moving on means honoring what you've left behind.”
Join Cooper for his book signing event:
📍 4232 Fort St., Lincoln Park
⏰ 12-3 p.m. on June 6, 2026
We are proud to celebrate Cooper’s perseverance, creativity, and accomplishments as a Woodhaven Warrior alumnus! 💜
Woodhaven High School alumnus Cooper Eckert is turning adversity into inspiration with the release of his new book, One Good Run. A former WHS swim team member, Cooper began writing after suffering a life-changing neck injury while swimming.
One Good Run follows the story of Sketch, a young man struggling with grief and self-doubt as he searches for the strength to move forward. The novel is described as “a bittersweet tale of loss, resilience, and learning that sometimes moving on means honoring what you've left behind.”
Join Cooper for his book signing event:
📍 4232 Fort St., Lincoln Park
⏰ 12-3 p.m. on June 6, 2026
We are proud to celebrate Cooper’s perseverance, creativity, and accomplishments as a Woodhaven Warrior alumnus! 💜
Come support your Woodhaven Warriors in the post season events!
Choosing kindness was the message of the day at Erving Elementary as YouTube sensation Sean “Midlife” Stockman visited third and fourth grade students to share how helping others and working hard can make a difference in the community. 💜
Students also raised more than $350 to support his mission of helping deserving families across Metro Detroit!
Read the full story here: https://www.mywbsd.org/article/2949030
Students also raised more than $350 to support his mission of helping deserving families across Metro Detroit!
Read the full story here: https://www.mywbsd.org/article/2949030
Students from the Woodhaven High School Music Production class did another Warrior Way Podcast Takeover! Check out all the interviews about the end of the school year!
https://rss.com/podcasts/thewarriorway/2867091/
https://rss.com/podcasts/thewarriorway/2867091/
Attention Student Athletes & Families - Mark your calendars for the annual Warrior Day Physicals. As a reminder, all students need a MHSAA physical dated after April 15, 2026 to participate in sports during the 2026-27 school year.
✨ Students at Erving Elementary took a trip through the universe this week — without ever leaving school!
The SkyDome Planetarium visited Erving, giving students an unforgettable, immersive journey through space inside a portable inflatable planetarium. From identifying planets in our solar system to exploring constellations and Greek mythology in the stars, students experienced the night sky like never before. 🌎🪐⭐
Using a digital planetarium projector and laser-guided tour, students learned about the stars of the Northern Hemisphere, seasonal night skies, and different global perspectives — all while traveling among the planets in dramatic virtual “flights.”
What an amazing opportunity to spark curiosity and inspire future astronomers! 🚀🔭
The SkyDome Planetarium visited Erving, giving students an unforgettable, immersive journey through space inside a portable inflatable planetarium. From identifying planets in our solar system to exploring constellations and Greek mythology in the stars, students experienced the night sky like never before. 🌎🪐⭐
Using a digital planetarium projector and laser-guided tour, students learned about the stars of the Northern Hemisphere, seasonal night skies, and different global perspectives — all while traveling among the planets in dramatic virtual “flights.”
What an amazing opportunity to spark curiosity and inspire future astronomers! 🚀🔭
🎶🏆 Congratulations to Woodhaven High School band teacher Bradley Faryniarz on being named the District 12 Band and Orchestra Teacher of the Year by the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association!
Mr. Faryniarz was recognized for his dedication to students, excellence in music education, and leadership of Woodhaven’s outstanding band program. From superior festival performances and innovative music production courses to inclusive opportunities through United Sound, his impact continues to inspire students both in and out of the classroom. 💜🎼
Read more about this well-deserved honor here: https://www.mywbsd.org/article/2930244
#WarriorPride #WBSD #MSBOA #MusicEducation #LifeAsAWarrior
Mr. Faryniarz was recognized for his dedication to students, excellence in music education, and leadership of Woodhaven’s outstanding band program. From superior festival performances and innovative music production courses to inclusive opportunities through United Sound, his impact continues to inspire students both in and out of the classroom. 💜🎼
Read more about this well-deserved honor here: https://www.mywbsd.org/article/2930244
#WarriorPride #WBSD #MSBOA #MusicEducation #LifeAsAWarrior
Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. This Memorial Day, we pause to reflect on their courage, dedication, and the freedoms we enjoy because of them.
As a school community, we are grateful for those who gave everything to protect our future—and we encourage our students and families to take a moment to remember and honor their legacy.
❤️🤍💙 #MemorialDay #WBSDProud
As a school community, we are grateful for those who gave everything to protect our future—and we encourage our students and families to take a moment to remember and honor their legacy.
❤️🤍💙 #MemorialDay #WBSDProud
