*Passing along to our families who wish to save the dates!
Any questions, please direct to the Salvation Army.
Any questions, please direct to the Salvation Army.
*START YOUR PLANNING, WHITMER STUDENTS!*
Here are next week's Homecoming Spirit Days! (October 6-10)
Hungry for some CANES tonight?
Support Whitmer Dance by telling them you're with us!
Support Whitmer Dance by telling them you're with us!
PARENT SHOUT:
"Jrs bus driver from last year came all the way out of his way to make a visit to him because he’s retiring and said Jr put a big impact on his heart last year. I LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS! Our boy is definitely something special . Huge shout out to Mr Ron! & Happy Retirement!"
WHO IS CUTTING ONIONS IN HERE? We love this selfless act by Mr. Ron!
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"Jrs bus driver from last year came all the way out of his way to make a visit to him because he’s retiring and said Jr put a big impact on his heart last year. I LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS! Our boy is definitely something special . Huge shout out to Mr Ron! & Happy Retirement!"
WHO IS CUTTING ONIONS IN HERE? We love this selfless act by Mr. Ron!
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PARENT-TO-SCHOOL SHOUTOUT:
"Its hard to be brief, but I will do my best 🙂 I graduated from Whitmer and was a Firebird myself, my first year in WLS was my 6th grade year at Shoreland. Fast forward to this year, my kids started their first year in Shoreland/WLS and I know how many emotions run through you starting at new school. The staff at Shoreland has welcomed us with every arm wide open ❤️ one of my kids recently made a remark that his new school is way better than his old school & I truly believe its not just his teacher or classmates, its the school and all the hands working to make it a safe and happy place for our kids. So thank you to every person at Shoreland Elementary for literally just being you! "
"Its hard to be brief, but I will do my best 🙂 I graduated from Whitmer and was a Firebird myself, my first year in WLS was my 6th grade year at Shoreland. Fast forward to this year, my kids started their first year in Shoreland/WLS and I know how many emotions run through you starting at new school. The staff at Shoreland has welcomed us with every arm wide open ❤️ one of my kids recently made a remark that his new school is way better than his old school & I truly believe its not just his teacher or classmates, its the school and all the hands working to make it a safe and happy place for our kids. So thank you to every person at Shoreland Elementary for literally just being you! "
STAFF SHOUT:
"A huge thank you to Kristen & Kathy in the Jefferson cafeteria for going above and beyond to make our new free breakfast and lunch program shine! 🥳
They created a gorgeous display showing exactly what a complete breakfast and complete lunch look like. 🍳🥛🍎🍕 Not only does this help students understand the program better, but it also gives them a fun visual to see what a balanced meal looks like.
What makes this extra special? 💛 They did this on their own time, simply because they care about helping students and making things easier for them. That kind of initiative and love is what makes our schools feel like family. They have also decorated the entire cafeteria, making it so welcoming!
We are so lucky to have staff who put their heart into everything they do for kids—this sweet project is just one more example of how much they truly care. 💙💛
Way to go, to our amazing cafeteria crew—you’re feeding both stomachs and hearts every single day! 💫👏"
THIS CREW IS THE DEFINITION OF "ABOVE AND BEYOND!"
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"A huge thank you to Kristen & Kathy in the Jefferson cafeteria for going above and beyond to make our new free breakfast and lunch program shine! 🥳
They created a gorgeous display showing exactly what a complete breakfast and complete lunch look like. 🍳🥛🍎🍕 Not only does this help students understand the program better, but it also gives them a fun visual to see what a balanced meal looks like.
What makes this extra special? 💛 They did this on their own time, simply because they care about helping students and making things easier for them. That kind of initiative and love is what makes our schools feel like family. They have also decorated the entire cafeteria, making it so welcoming!
We are so lucky to have staff who put their heart into everything they do for kids—this sweet project is just one more example of how much they truly care. 💙💛
Way to go, to our amazing cafeteria crew—you’re feeding both stomachs and hearts every single day! 💫👏"
THIS CREW IS THE DEFINITION OF "ABOVE AND BEYOND!"
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STAFF SHOUT:
"I want to give a heartfelt shoutout to Intervention Specialist at Meadowvale Ashley Eldridge. Her kindness shows every single day—not just in how she supports our students, but in how she supports fellow staff. From the moment I was hired , she welcomed me with open arms and has made me feel like an important part of the team. She reminds me daily that I'm making a difference. Ashley is patient, compassionate, and always willing to lend a hand or an ear. I truly couldn’t imagine doing this job without her—she’s irreplaceable and one of the kindest people I’ve ever had the privilege to work with. Our staff along with students are beyond lucky to have her .💙"
Ms. Eldridge makes an impact on kids and staff alike. What a kind heart!
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"I want to give a heartfelt shoutout to Intervention Specialist at Meadowvale Ashley Eldridge. Her kindness shows every single day—not just in how she supports our students, but in how she supports fellow staff. From the moment I was hired , she welcomed me with open arms and has made me feel like an important part of the team. She reminds me daily that I'm making a difference. Ashley is patient, compassionate, and always willing to lend a hand or an ear. I truly couldn’t imagine doing this job without her—she’s irreplaceable and one of the kindest people I’ve ever had the privilege to work with. Our staff along with students are beyond lucky to have her .💙"
Ms. Eldridge makes an impact on kids and staff alike. What a kind heart!
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WHAT'S FOR DINNER?
Washington Jr High is doing a fundraiser at Chipotle between 4-8pm TODAY (9/27) to raise funds for Flint, the Junior High facility dog! It's at the Talmadge location; just tell them you're with Washington Junior High!
Attention: Whitmer Football still has Sidelines cards available!! With card, you get:
3 - Free Fowl Balls - 3 - Free Appetizers - 3 - BOGO Pizza - 3- Free Kids Meals
Over $110 value
If interested, please contact Justin Keller jkeller@wls4kids.org .
3 - Free Fowl Balls - 3 - Free Appetizers - 3 - BOGO Pizza - 3- Free Kids Meals
Over $110 value
If interested, please contact Justin Keller jkeller@wls4kids.org .
STAFF SHOUT:
"Many times, Whitmer gets visitors and new students who do not speak English. Whitmer staff member Selena Abed is always willing to help translate in order to provide good customer service and make others comfortable in a new setting."
Removing the barrier to clear communication is SUCH a valuable skill to have - but being willing to use it to help others makes you even MORE special. Way to go Ms. Abed!
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"Many times, Whitmer gets visitors and new students who do not speak English. Whitmer staff member Selena Abed is always willing to help translate in order to provide good customer service and make others comfortable in a new setting."
Removing the barrier to clear communication is SUCH a valuable skill to have - but being willing to use it to help others makes you even MORE special. Way to go Ms. Abed!
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STAFF SHOUT:
"A huge round of applause to Taelar Steele for the incredible work she is doing with two of our newest Spanish-speaking students. Taelar has stepped right in to make sure they feel supported, included, and successful. In STEM class, she has gone above and beyond—breaking down assignments into manageable steps, using Google Translate to bridge communication gaps, and making sure every student has a voice in the classroom.
Her patience, creativity, and dedication are opening doors for our students and ensuring they can fully participate in hands-on learning. Taelar is a shining example of compassion and teamwork, and we are so lucky to have her as part of our Jefferson Jaguar family. 💙💛"
This is what inclusion looks like and Taelar is modeling the gold-standard!
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"A huge round of applause to Taelar Steele for the incredible work she is doing with two of our newest Spanish-speaking students. Taelar has stepped right in to make sure they feel supported, included, and successful. In STEM class, she has gone above and beyond—breaking down assignments into manageable steps, using Google Translate to bridge communication gaps, and making sure every student has a voice in the classroom.
Her patience, creativity, and dedication are opening doors for our students and ensuring they can fully participate in hands-on learning. Taelar is a shining example of compassion and teamwork, and we are so lucky to have her as part of our Jefferson Jaguar family. 💙💛"
This is what inclusion looks like and Taelar is modeling the gold-standard!
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REMINDER: TOMORROW!
PARENT SHOUT:
"Miss Katie Mikolajczyk is amazing! From the time she was at Hiawatha now to Monac, my son never wanted to get out of the car. Most days we were late as he didn't want to go to school because it was new and scary as a kindergartener. Miss Katie was always watching for us and would meet us at the door; sometimes she even came out to the car just to help with getting him in to school, always with a smile and warm welcome! He was so pleased to see her on his second day at Monac. Thank you from our family, Miss Katie - for making our little guy's days a bit smoother and welcoming!"
Leaving your child with people who make you feel safe is such a gift and Katie M def has it!
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"Miss Katie Mikolajczyk is amazing! From the time she was at Hiawatha now to Monac, my son never wanted to get out of the car. Most days we were late as he didn't want to go to school because it was new and scary as a kindergartener. Miss Katie was always watching for us and would meet us at the door; sometimes she even came out to the car just to help with getting him in to school, always with a smile and warm welcome! He was so pleased to see her on his second day at Monac. Thank you from our family, Miss Katie - for making our little guy's days a bit smoother and welcoming!"
Leaving your child with people who make you feel safe is such a gift and Katie M def has it!
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We are SO excited to announce...
One of our freshman students is running a food donation drive!
Donate goods to Whitmer HS or money for food purchases at:
https://venmo.com/u/Angela-Hetrick-Goff
Donate goods to Whitmer HS or money for food purchases at:
https://venmo.com/u/Angela-Hetrick-Goff
STAFF-TO-STAFF SHOUTOUT:
"Justin Doran (Shoreland) is consistently helping out at football and basketball games, all while still being a custodian. He’s very kind and such a great guy. Lucky to work with him!"
What an awesome Firebird friend!
"Justin Doran (Shoreland) is consistently helping out at football and basketball games, all while still being a custodian. He’s very kind and such a great guy. Lucky to work with him!"
What an awesome Firebird friend!
The State wants to know the data of our district.
Would YOU be willing to help us?
When families complete this form, the school district can qualify for extra funding and resources.
ALL income levels help us! (And you may even qualify for fee waivers you never thought you would!)
https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Would YOU be willing to help us?
When families complete this form, the school district can qualify for extra funding and resources.
ALL income levels help us! (And you may even qualify for fee waivers you never thought you would!)
https://www.myschoolapps.com/
REMINDER: THS THURSDAY (9/25) IS AN EARLY RELEASE!
STAFF SHOUT:
"I would like to give a shoutout to Mrs. Jamie Purvis (Hiawatha). We are so thankful for Mrs. Jamie! She goes above and beyond to make her students feel supported and valued each day. Not only does she give her best to her students, but she has also been an incredible support to me as a first-year teacher. Her kindness, dedication, and teamwork truly make a difference!"
Mentoring students AND new staff? Ms. Purvis is an ALL-STAR TEAM MEMBER!
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STUDENT SHOUTING OUT STAFF:
"I want to shout out Mr. Rose for being such an amazing teacher. I had him freshman year of high school and he was understanding as a teacher and helped me during some of my hardest times during that year. He makes it his mission to be nice to everyone and I honestly adore that. Thank you Mr Rose for being the teacher we all need."
The words of our students tell the story of our staff - and Mr. Rose is an exemplary main character!
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*Submitted Pic taken by Multishots Photography
