🎙️ New Warrior Way Podcast Episode - Supporting Student Mental Health
May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, and in this episode, Superintendent Mark Greathead sits down with WBSD experts—Amanda Sayre (Brownstown MS Counselor), Monique Giannetti (School Social Worker), and Stefanie Scalcucci (School Psychologist)—to talk about real, practical ways parents can support their child’s mental health. 💬💜
✅ How to check in with your student (without making it awkward)
✅ Reducing the stigma around mental health
✅ Support available through our partnership with @CareSolace
🎧 Tune in now and learn how small conversations can lead to big support.
🔗 https://rss.com/podcasts/thewarriorway/2010432/
#WBSDWay #MentalHealthMatters #CareSolace #StudentSupport #WarriorWayPodcast
🎨📚 Today, we celebrate our kindergarteners and teachers who bring curiosity, energy, and excitement to learning every day! Kindergarten is where the love for learning begins! Don't forget that tonight is Young Fives and Kindergarten Orientation at all five of our elementary schools at 6 p.m.💜 #WhyWBSD #BatesEagles #ErvingSkyhawks #GudithGrizzlies #WegienkaWildcats #YakeGators
🎙️ New Episode Alert!
This week on the Warrior Way Podcast, we’re talking all things Young Fives with Yake Elementary’s very own Mrs. Kara Hool! 💜👶✏️
From how the program supports early learners to what a typical day looks like in her classroom, Mrs. Hool shares her passion for helping our youngest Warriors grow, learn, and thrive.
🎧 Tune in now to learn why Young Fives might be the perfect start for your child’s school journey!
🔗 https://open.spotify.com/episode/1auuv0T4eeW9MdndjejxZ0?si=vgbMI7LPQJq9RIPxIgYj6Q
As a reminder, Young Fives & Kindergarten orientation is TOMORROW, April 24 at all of our elementary schools at 6 p.m.
#WarriorWayPodcast #YoungFives #WBSDProud #WarriorStrong #WoodhavenBrownstown
Dentists R Us will be at our school on Tuesday, April 29th. Permission slips need to be turned in to participate.
📣 We're Hiring!
The Woodhaven-Brownstown School District is looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to join our team! 💜If you love working with students and want to make a real difference every day, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Come be a part of the WBSD family and help shape the future—one student at a time. ✨📚
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/3d35h52f
#WhyWBSD #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #EducationCareers #MakeADifference
💜 Women of Woodhaven Inspire Young Minds! 💜
The Women of Woodhaven (WOW) Club at Woodhaven High School brought history to life for students at Wegienka and Bates Elementary Schools with their first-ever Women’s History Month Showcase!
WOW members led interactive stations highlighting women’s achievements in science, athletics, music, and art, engaging young learners with crafts, trivia, storytelling, and even a puppet show! 🎭🎨🏅
👏 Check out the photos from this incredible event and celebrate the power of women educating and inspiring generations! Read the story here: https://www.mywbsd.org/article/2127239 #WOWClub #WBSDProud #WomensHistoryMonth #InspiringGenerations
📚 Join us for the final "The Anxious Generation" Book Study Discussion!
Whether you've been part of the journey or want to jump in now, we’d love to have you!
🗓 When: Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 7 PM
📍 Where: Woodhaven High School
📖 What: A discussion on The Anxious Generation—exploring the impact of social media on children’s mental health with parents, teachers, support staff, and administrators.
Light refreshments and small appetizers will be provided. Please RSVP to help us plan accordingly! https://tinyurl.com/2p9unwrt
#WhyWBSD #TheAnxiousGeneration #ParentEngagement #MentalHealthMatters
Let's get ready for school! The latest episode of the Warrior Way Podcast features GSRP teacher Jennifer Danosky and Young Fives teacher Kara Hool as they talk about some of the things that families can be doing at home to prepare students for when they come to school in the fall!
Remember, GSRP, Young Fives and Kindergarten enrollment is happening now!
Listen to the episode here https://rss.com/podcasts/thewarriorway/1952155/ or on Spotify, Tune-In or many other podcast platforms!
Summer EBT is Back!
What are SUN Bucks?
SUN Bucks is the new name for Summer EBT. Eligible families of school-age children will receive $120 per child for qualifying groceries.
Who Should Apply?
Families that are not automatically enrolled should apply for SUN Bucks directly. APPLY HERE: https://newmibridges.michigan.gov/s/isd-landing-page?language=en_US
Note: Families will be automatically enrolled in SUN Bucks if they are already enrolled in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), or FDPIR (Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations) benefits or meet the requirements for free or reduced-price school meals. In other words, keep an eye out for $120 per child at the beginning of summer!
Where to Find the Application:
This application is available online! Deadlines: Apply by April 15, 2025, to be eligible for the first issuance of benefits in May. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until August 31, 2025. https://newmibridges.michigan.gov/s/isd-landing-page?language=en_US
REMINDER: (As IF students need a reminder!) Spring Recess is coming up next week! School resumes on March 31.
Bates Elementary School teacher Celine Farner and her "twin," student Riley Sawicki, 3rd Grader pose with their matching shirts as part of the school's dress up days for March is Reading Month!
Youth Dance Team Classes are forming NOW! The deadline to register is April 4th, or when all the spots are filled. This program is open to students in first through sixth grades. If you have questions, please email lintonc@wbsdweb.com
🔔 Time to Spring Forward! 🔔
Don’t forget to set your clocks one hour ahead tonight before you go to bed! ⏰ Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Longer days & more sunshine ahead! ☀️Let’s make sure everyone is on time for school and activities on Monday!
🎙️ The Warrior Way Podcast: Successful Parent-Teacher Conferences In the latest episode of The Warrior Way podcast, Superintendent Mark Greathead speaks with Wegienka Elementary Principal Michelle Briegel about how parents can make the most of their elementary parent-teacher conferences. They share helpful tips, key questions to ask, and ways to collaborate with teachers for student success.
Listen now here https://rss.com/podcasts/thewarriorway/1908972 or on Spotify, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, Sirius, or at mywbsd.org!
🌴☀️ Beach vibes in the middle of winter? Yes, please! 🏖️❄️
Bates Elementary students traded in their snow boots for sunglasses and brought the sunshine to the gym for Beach Day! 🏄♂️🏐🏝️ Even though it’s still chilly outside, the fun was heating up with games, activities, and plenty of tropical smiles. 🌊🐚🌺
Who needs warm weather when you have Bates Elementary spirit? #BeachDayFun #BatesElementary #WinterEscape #WBSD
The Woodhaven Theatre Company would like to share their love of theatre with the elementary students of the WBSD with our annual Drama Llama Day. Each year, the WTC hosts students grades Young 5's through 4th grade for a day of workshops, games and performances at WHS on Saturday, April 26th.
Final day to register is March 18. Use the QR code or register here: https://tinyurl.com/3vuvsj2y
What is WIN Time? Listen to the most recent episode of the Warrior Way Podcast to find our more about this program which is coming soon to Woodhaven High School and Brownstown Middle School.
https://rss.com/podcasts/thewarriorway/1897841
📢 Plan Ahead for the 2025-26 School Year! 📢
The Woodhaven-Brownstown School District Calendar-at-a-Glance for the 2025-26 school year is now available! 🗓️✨ Stay informed about important dates, including conferences, breaks, and more.
#WBSD #PlanAhead #202526SchoolYear
🚨 SCHOOL CLOSURE ALERT 🚨
Due to inclement weather and hazardous road conditions, all Woodhaven-Brownstown School District schools will be closed on Thursday, February 13, 2025. Stay safe, stay warm, and enjoy your snow day! ❄️☃️#WBSD #SnowDay #StaySafe
🚀✨ Innovation is in Session! ✨🚀
Our new SMART Lab at Woodhaven Upper Elementary is sparking creativity, exploration, and hands-on learning like never before! From 3D printing to robotics, our students are diving into the future—one project at a time. And the best part? More SMART Labs are coming to WBSD!
🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of The Warrior Way Podcast to hear how these high-tech learning spaces are preparing students for success.
🔗 Listen now: https://rss.com/podcasts/thewarriorway/1886379
#WBSD #TheWarriorWay #SMARTLab #STEMEducation #FutureReady #WhyWBSD
