Woodhaven Upper Elementary

WEEKLY WARRIOR NEWSLETTER

WEEK OF APRIL 28,2025

WUE UPDATES WITH MR. GURGANUS

Hello WUE Students and Families, 

We are moving into the last week of April and into the last full month of school. Can you believe it!? This year has flown by and the next month will fly by even quicker as we have so much coming up. Stay connected with us and make sure you check out everything below, so you don’t miss a thing! 

TEACHER/STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK INFO:
We are asking our WUE families to help us “Stuff the Lounge” with prepackaged snacks & drinks for our teachers & staff as we prepare for Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week. If you are able to help with this, send in items to the Main Office the week of April 28th. Thanks for showing our teachers and staff some love!

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is the Week of May 5th. We have had many of our families reaching out & asking for ideas for teachers. In order to help, we have created a "Staff Favorites" list where you can see the favorites of all teachers & staff. Thanks for showing our staff some love! https://rb.gy/5kh2fk

PROJECT NIGHT NIGHT/ WARRIOR CHARITY CLUB:
Our school’s Warrior Charity Club is looking to make another positive impact in our community. Please see below for all of the details on our blanket, book, and stuffed animal drive for these students in need! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Mrs. McCollum or Mrs. Jaskolski and they can give you more information. 
Email at: mccollj@wbsdweb.com and/or jaskols@wbsdweb.com

Also, here is an AMAZON WISHLIST, if you would like to donate this way! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1SPQX1OTGVBDT?ref_=wl_share

M-STEP TESTING:
M-Step testing continues next week JUST FOR 5TH GRADE. Check out the dates below. 

Science: Tuesday and Wednesday (April 29th & 30th)
Social Studies: Thursday (May 1st)

6TH GRADE CHICAGO TRIP:
If you signed up for our Chicago Trip, remember we leave this Tuesday, April 29th.
Remember you need to be at the WUE at 5am, so we can hit the road ASAP.

6TH GRADE FAREWELL PANCAKE EVENT:
Each house will have a 6th grade farewell event where they can bring one adult to. This event is during the school day and it will be a fun time of celebration, fun, and pancakes. Please mark  your calendars, so you don’t miss out!

Also, if you are willing to help with the event, we are looking for 4 volunteers for each session to help serve drinks to our students and their guest. If you are able to help, sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F49A5A82DA5F8C61-56450685-6thgrade

June 2nd: House E (2-3pm)
June 3rd: House H (1:30-2pm)
June 3rd: House F (2:10-3:10pm)
June 5th: House G (2-3pm)

5TH GRADE CAMP DATES:
If you signed up for camp, here is a reminder of your camp dates. Remember you need to be here at 6am the morning of camp to load up on the bus. Please make sure you come packed and ready to roll. 

May 5th through the 8th: House B
May 12th through the 15th: House A
May 19th through the 22nd: House D
June 2nd through the 5th: House C

Have a great weekend and as always, if you need anything at all please let me know!
Mr. G

TEACHER AND STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK IS COMING!

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We are asking our WUE families to help us “Stuff the Lounge” with prepackaged snacks & drinks for our teachers & staff as we prepare for Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week. If you are able to help with this, send in items to the Main Office the week of April 28th. Thanks for showing our teachers and staff some love!

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Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is the Week of May 5th. We have had many of our families reaching out & asking for ideas for teachers. In order to help, we have created a "Staff Favorites" list where you can see the favorites of all teachers & staff. Thanks for showing our staff some love! https://rb.gy/5kh2fk

MAY EVENTS

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PROJECT NIGHT - NIGHT!

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ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

We are committed to our goal of every student being in the classroom and ready to learn every day! Attending school regularly helps children feel better about school—and themselves. 

Start building this habit in preschool so they learn right away that going to school on time, every day is important. Eventually good attendance will be a skill that will help them succeed in high school and college.

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CLUBS & CONNECTIONS

STUDENT CONNECTION OPPORTUNITIES

VOLLEYBALL OPPORTUNITY

Here are some opportunities for improving your athlete's skill level.  All camps are personally run by Coach Yack except the first one listed.

Click Here....  http://www.atomicvbc.com/mlk-yack-attack-camp.html

UPPER ELEMENTARY SUMMER CAMP

This camp focuses on fundamental volleyball skill development. Becoming a well-rounded volleyball player with strength and consistency in every skill is achieved through expert teaching.

Grades: 4-6
Dates: July 14- July 17 
Time: 10am-11:30am
Cost: $130 includes t-shirt
Max: 36 players

MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
This camp focuses on fundamental volleyball skill development. Sharpening the skills of a well-rounded volleyball player with strength and consistency in every skill is achieved through expert teaching.

Grades: 7-8
Dates: July 14- July 17 
Time: 11:30am-1pm
Cost: $130 includes t-shirt
Max: 36 players

UPPER ELEMENTARY SUMMER CAMP

This camp focuses on fundamental volleyball skill development. Becoming a well-rounded volleyball player with strength and consistency in every skill is achieved through expert teaching.

Grades: 4-6
Dates: July 14- July 17 
Time: 10am-11:30am
Cost: $130 includes t-shirt
Max: 36 players

MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
This camp focuses on fundamental volleyball skill development. Sharpening the skills of a well-rounded volleyball player with strength and consistency in every skill is achieved through expert teaching.

Grades: 7-8
Dates: July 14- July 17 
Time: 11:30am-1pm
Cost: $130 includes t-shirt
Max: 36 players

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Charity Club

The Warrior Charity Club is a new opportunity for students at WUE to get involved in giving back to the community run by Mrs. McCollum. Open to all students, the club partners with local organizations like the Woodhaven Kiwanis Club to complete service projects throughout the year. Our goal is to make a positive impact by doing projects every 1-2 months. If your child is interested in joining, they can sign up to receive updates and notifications by filling out this Google Form. 

Encourage your student to get involved and help make a difference!

Check out the Warrior Charity Club Newsletter Here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mqqtlh9b94v207-FvcHNCK3Quaoi3ONFr47Pq9i1HKA/edit?tab=t.0

PARENT CONNECTION OPPORTUNITIES

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SIGN-UP HERE!

WUE DOG STORE
Also, If you are signed up to be a WUE DOG and you want some EXTRA gear. You can get it right here at the WUE DOG store. Remember, we have a free t-shirt for you, but if you want other items, feel free to purchase.

ORDER HERE: https://letloverule.com/wue_dogs/shop/home

THIS WEEKS' WUE DOGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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COUNSELING & SOCIAL WORK CORNER

Welcome to Woodhaven Upper Elementary! We are excited to be your child’s counseling team this year. We were both previously School Counselors at Patrick Henry Middle School and are excited for this new adventure.

Additionally, we both have 5th grade students at home with us so we understand the developmental stage of this age group. While we work closely together, we will be splitting students alphabetically.

Mrs. Klaas - Last Names A - K
Mrs. Kanagawa - Last Names L - Z
Mrs. Shockley works at the front of the counseling office as our Counseling/Attendance Administrative Assistant.

If you have any attendance questions, she will be your contact.

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Maria Klaas, Last Names A - K
klaasm@wbsdweb.com
734-789-8852

Betsy Kanagawa, Last Names L - Z
kanagae@wbsdweb.com
734-789-2880

Melanie Shockley, Counseling and Attendance Administrative Assistant
shocklm@wbsdweb.com
734-362-6100 x. 1110

RESOURCE SECTION

BIRTHDAYS - We ask you to consider NON-FOOD treats such as pencils, stickers, or small trinkets. However, If you choose to provide a food treat, please observe the following...

  • Treats must be provided for ALL students in the class.

  • All treats must be store-bought in the original packaging material and individually wrapped. NO BAKERY CUPCAKES!

  • All treats must have labels identifying the ingredients used to make the treats.

  • Please note that individual classrooms may prohibit certain items due to health or food allergies

  • Please know that whether a treat is sent in or not, we will be sure to make each student feel very special on their day!

 Birthday treats should be arranged with your child's teacher at least a couple of days in advance.

Drop off & Pick Up Details

WATCH THE DROP OFF AND PICK UP TUTORIAL VIDEO HERE!

DOP STOP

The main goals for the WUE Parking Lot are to: ensure all students and drivers are safe and protected as they are dropping off and picking up and that we can get vehicles in and out as quickly and safely as possible.

In order to obtain those goals we need everyone to be on the same page and do their part. If we all work together and follow the information below we can make sure the mornings and afternoons are as stress free as possible. Thank you for doing your part!

If you are in need of before or after school care, please reach out to April at: astandish@discoverchampions.com

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Lunches:

All families are encouraged to complete the Education Benefits Form for the Michigan School Meals Program. Families that qualify for free and reduced meals are eligible for additional benefits including discounts for pay to play, access for computer WIFI, college application fees, and standardized testing fees.

Please note that students who reside in households that do not qualify for free or reduced meals due to income will still receive free school meals in the 2024/25 school year.


YOU CAN FIND WHAT IS FOR LUNCH EVERY DAY BY CLICKING HERE!

BUS

Bus routes can be found on the transportation website by clicking HERE.

WUE BUILDING MAPS

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2ND FLOR MAP
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Hello WUE Families, The school district has a great safety system (Zonar) for our transportation systems that can be used by you the parent/guardian. Use the link below to access all of the information you need! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y1sQDwYdgmFs8lHOh3agCYxi0dgAwUgQgg6Kv6EGRwc/edit?usp=sharing

WUE SUPPLY LIST

5th grade supply list
6TH GRADE SUPPLY LIST

STUDENT & PARENT HANDBOOK LINK

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You can access the WUE Parent and Student Handbook right here!

DAILY SCHEDULE BY HOUSE

5th grade schedule

OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION :)

New District App: 

We encourage all students and families to download the new WBSD app, so you can stay in touch with the schools that your family is connected with. Just search Woodhaven-Brownstown SD, MI in your app store. 


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