🐛 March is Reading Month! 🐛
Meet Mrs. Wykle, Kindergarten teacher at Erving Elementary!
📖 Favorite Book: Sam’s Sandwich
🦗 "It’s a fun book about a brother sneaking bugs into his sister’s sandwich! I read it every year at the end of the first week of school—it’s a great way to bond with my students!"
📚 What’s your favorite funny book? #MarchIsReadingMonth #WBSDReads #WhyWBSD
🧸 March is Reading Month! 🧸
Meet Mrs. Mathews, Media Teacher at Erving Elementary!
📖 Favorite Book: Corduroy by Don Freeman
✨ "I absolutely love picture books, and Corduroy has been a favorite since childhood! My favorite part is when he goes looking for his lost button."
📚 What picture book do you still love? #MarchIsReadingMonth #WBSDReads #WhyWBSD
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
🏃♂️ Sign up now for the 2025 Elementary Mile Championship! 🏆
Don’t miss your chance to race! Register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePNYvBosYNrswdQy4g8rPxv5MpBucZJ1PjQKgu5VT-Nube7A/viewform
Don't forget to wear your tie-dye tomorrow! 🌈
📚 March is Reading Month! 📚
At WBSD, our educators love sharing their favorite books with students! This time, we're featuring the 2nd Grade Team at Erving Elementary and the books that have left a lasting impact on them.
🍳 Mrs. Ostrowski: Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss
"The silly, tongue-twisting rhymes still make me laugh to this day. I would read it here, there, and everywhere!"
🎩 Mrs. Skehan: The Magic Misfits by Neil Patrick Harris
"This series is full of mystery, magic, and unexpected twists! My students love it year after year!"
🐛 Mrs. Braddock: The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
"I can still remember my mom reading this to me as a child. Now, I’ve shared it with my own children, and they love it too!"
📖 What’s your favorite book? Tell us in the comments! ⬇️ #MarchIsReadingMonth #WBSDReads #WhyWBSD
REMINDER: (As IF students need a reminder!) Spring Recess is coming up next week! School resumes on March 31.
🎨 March is Reading Month! 🎨
Meet Ms. Sordini, Art Teacher at Erving Elementary!
📖 Favorite Book: Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon
🎨 "I love the illustration style, and the story is all about self-confidence and believing in yourself!"
📚 What book inspires you to be yourself? #MarchIsReadingMonth #WBSDReads #WhyWBSD
💙💛 Inclusion Days are coming up! 💙💛📸 Don't forget, picture day is Monday!
Let's come together to celebrate inclusion, kindness, and diversity! 🌍❤️
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!
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
We’re looking for donations of scrap materials for upcoming media/STEM projects!
Get ready to celebrate March Is Reading Month! 📚 Check out the Spirit Days happening next week and join the fun! 🎉
February is American Heart Health Month - and Erving Elementary School staff recently practiced their annual cardiac drill. "Our Michigan HEARTSafe designation means that every school in the Woodhaven-Brownstown School District is fully prepared to respond to cardiac emergencies. With AEDs in every building, dedicated cardiac response teams, a district-wide emergency response plan, and annual cardiac drills, we are committed to creating a safe environment for our students, staff, and visitors. By implementing a strong chain of survival, we are ready to act quickly and effectively to save lives." – Jennifer Woodworth, District Nurse
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
Kindergarten students at Erving Elementary School celebrated the 101th day of school in Dalmatian style 🐾 Students got to decorate their own shirts and ears for the special day. They we able to participate in so many fun activities to celebrate this exciting milestone!
🚨 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
