Dear Families,
We hope you have a fantastic weekend. This memo is filled with important information. Please take the time to read all sections of our weekly update so you are up to date with current information at Adams and within the district.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to one of us directly at eatone@wwcsd.net or bukoskysm@wwcsd.net.
Sincerely,
Erin Eaton and Stacie Bukosky
Spring Recess
We are quickly approaching Spring Recess. School will not be in session March 27, 2023 – March 31, 2023. There will also be no school on Good Friday, April 7, 2023. Please reach out to our main office if you need food assistance during this time and we will connect you with our family resource center.
Autism Awareness Month
Upcoming PSAT/M-STEP Testing
On April 12, 2023, our 8th grade students will be taking the PSAT test. Our 6th and 7th grade students will not attend school on this day. We will share more information regarding this next week.
All students will take the M-STEP test on April 18 and April 19, 2023. Here is a brief overview of what the M-STEP is, what it means as well as what it offers from the Department of Education.
In addition, here is a document that was created for parents, discussing your role in helping your student prepare for testing.
5th to 6th Grade Transition Night
Do you have a 5th grade student entering middle school in the fall or know someone who does? Save the date for an evening to tour Adams Middle School and meet our amazing staff.
Jefferson Barns Tech Club
Jefferson Barns will be running another Tech Club this year for students from Adams. They have arranged for Wayne-Westland transportation to have participants board the bus that goes near Jefferson Barns (Route 7 from Adams) after school on each day of the program.
Students will engage in two hours of technology education and then be transported home via the Nankin Transit bus around 5:00 p.m.
More information can be found below. Parents will receive an email reminder the day before each session.
Participants who attend five times will be awarded a $25.00 gift card.
If your child would like to participate, please let us know as soon as possible and we will send a permission slip home. There are still a few spots available.
Upcoming Spring Fling
We are excited to host another evening of fun at our upcoming dance/activity night. Tickets went on sale this week at lunchtime and will be available through March 14, 2023. Tickets cost $5.00 if they are purchased ahead of time, and will be $6.00 at the door. This helps us encourage early sales so we can plan our purchases accordingly.
The price of the ticket covers the cost of the DJ for the evening, a slice of pizza and Faygo or water for each student. There will be additional items for sale for $1.00 throughout the night. We encourage students to dress casual and in green or spring colors. In addition to our DJ and dancing, there will be open gym for basketball.
Please note, any child that has been suspended (after expectations were reviewed), in school or out of school is ineligible to attend. This has been communicated since returning from winter break in January and a privilege we have advertised as part of our PBIS initiative.
Volunteers needed!
If you would like to chaperone or sell/serve concessions, please complete the Google Form here. We love sharing these experiences with our families. Please note that an approved background check is required for all chaperones.
Track and Field
Boys track and field will begin on Monday, April 10, 2023. This is open to all students, grades 6-8. Students will need to be picked up at 4:15 p.m.
If you have questions, please reach out to Mr. Venturini or Mr. Winston.
All athletes must have a physical on file before being able to participate.
Soccer Tryouts
2023 Detroit Career Fair
The Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights are doing more now than ever to smoothly transition young, hard-working individuals into this productive workforce. This apprenticeship will offer both classroom and on-the-job learning to teach practical and soft skills as we help mold knowledgeable, skilled trades people. The 2023 Career Fair will show students and families the future they could have with union contractors who offer good jobs, benefits, and paid apprenticeships.
Please find four flyers attached for the Detroit Career Fair:
- Student Registration for Career Day is on April 19th
- Student/Parent Registration for the Curriculum Day is on April 22nd
- Contractor Registration for the Hiring Combine is on May 20th
- Participant Registration for the Hiring Combine
- Mr. Jamal Al
- (313) 350-7386
- jamal.al@hammer9.com
Parenting classes available
Mental health support
Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential service provided by Wayne-Westland Community Schools. This is a free service to students, families and staff. Care Solace helps connect individuals to mental health or substance abuse providers. They will call providers, verify insurance and help to make appointments. Contact Care Solace by calling 888-515-0595 or visiting caresolace.com/wwcsd and click “Book Appointment.” Support is available 24 hours a day 365 day a year in any language.
Friendly reminders
- If you need to pick up your child from school early, please do so by 2:00 p.m. if possible as the office gets very busy at the end of the day.
- You will be required to show your ID upon entering the building and we ask that you please do not allow anyone else to follow in behind you.
- You will not be able to enter the building during passing time, or at arrival or dismissal. You will need to wait until our hallways are clear before entering for the safety of our students.
- You are not permitted in the hallways or classrooms without permission. You will be required to wait in the office until your appointment time or your child is ready to go home.
Safety is our number one priority. We appreciate you helping us keep our students safe.
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Wayne-Westland Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic, in its programs and activities, including inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title II Coordinator: Kim Markey and Kim Pawlukiewicz; Title VI Coordinator: John Besek; Title VII Coordinator: Dr. Alex Ofili; Title IX Coordinators: Dr. Alex Ofili; John Besek and Dr. Jim Anderson; Section 504 Coordinator: John Besek. All complaints may be addressed to 36745 Marquette St., Westland, MI 48185.