STAFF SHOUT:
"I want to shout out Ms. Singleton for all she does. She is an excellent teacher who is warm and welcoming to all her students. She organizes all the ticket sales for every music, theatre and sporting event at Whitmer. She encourages students who want to be teachers. She stays at school late to make sure her classes' grades are always up to date, announces for sporting events and she even helps with the school talent show. When you think of a teacher who exemplifies all the hard work and FUN this job can include - Ms.Singleton is the perfect example."
If you have worked with Ms. S, you know her relentless pursuit of excellence. We are so grateful for the work of this Panther!
PARENT SHOUT:
"I would like to give a shout out to Washington Junior High Principal, Scott Villar. Scott has a calm and soothing demeanor. He always seems to find the time and has kind words to say to support his staff, students and their families. This has made such a difference for me as a parent during difficult situations. Scott genuinely loves his students and wants what is best for them. I am so grateful for his leadership and the positive atmosphere he fosters at Washington Junior High. I feel like he deserves to be recognized for creating such a nurturing and supportive environment for our children to learn in. Thank you for making such a positive impact and being a source of strength during challenging times."
Mr. Villar is the perfect blend of rigor and relationships and we are lucky to have him!
McGregor families recently had some PAWS pop up!
Cool opportunity from Sighted Guide Ohio for the visually impaired and blind !
WLS has 4 schools in the running for
BEST ELEMENTARY and Whitmer is up for BEST HIGH SCHOOL!
YOU CAN VOTE ONCE PER DAY!
https://toledoblade.secondstreetapp.com/Readers-Choice-2025/
Want your child to have practice their READING?
Forgot to grab a book before you left the house?
Check out this link, where WLS Curriculum Consultant, Floyd Martin reads books for your children to follow along!
https://www.wls4kids.org/page/reading
Second Graders at Meadowvale were treated to a special guest appearance by Board Member Hall, who recently dropped by to read to them!
*DRUMROLL*
Toledo Mayor Kapszukiewicz has announced your 2025 Kid Mayor for Toledo:
DASH from Monac!
Dash will serve with fellow Kid Council Members:
Violet - Hiawatha
Lexi - Meadowvale
Ezra - Meadowvale
Savannah - Shoreland
Charlotte - Shoreland
We are so proud of you!
STAFF SHOUT:
"Nick Hartman is a PHENOMENAL part of our WLS Warehouse team! He's easy going and has a calming presence, with a work ethic that is second to none! He's reliable, trustworthy, and makes sure our cafeterias have what they need, when they need it. Our students and staff can always expect a warm smile and the offer of a helping hand from him. Thank you for all you do, Nick! You are appreciated!"
If you know this rockstar, you know that kindness is the first thing you notice.
We are so lucky to have Nick!
WLS has 4 schools in the running for
BEST ELEMENTARY and Whitmer is up for BEST HIGH SCHOOL!
YOU CAN VOTE ONCE PER DAY!
https://toledoblade.secondstreetapp.com/Readers-Choice-2025/
*The church parking lot on Alexis Rd will NOT be open tomorrow for parking or dropoff, as part of the city project. The Washington parking lot WILL BE reopened for Tuesday 3/18/25. Thank you for your patience as we navigate this construction.
We could NOT be prouder to announce that our Media Arts students won 1st place in the Broadcast News Production Team Event in Columbus! They will head to compete in the National BPA event in Orlando, Florida in May.
Congrats to Mikayla, PJ, Trinity and TJ!
We are also proud to announce that Caleb Elliot finished in the Top Ten of his event: Management, Marketing and Human Resources Concepts!
These Panthers have found potential career paths in our Career Tech program and are SHINING in their skills!
*IMPORTANT REMINDER*
STAFF SHOUT:
"I would like to have the office staff of the CTC (Thom Ziems, Jen Dayvolt, Trish Pakulski, and Becca Lee) get a shout out for their hard work and love for the CTC staff. They always help us out."
This group cares LOUDLY for their team!
PARENT SHOUT:
"Miss Jacob did something so small for my daughter but it was SO big to her. She’s been struggling with confidence lately and Miss Jacob gave her a “Fearless” Friendship bracelet on Friday Friendship Bracelet day! She told her it was because she was fearless to ride her horse. It boosted her confidence so much and she wore it proudly the next day at 3rd Grade Boost Camp! Thank you for taking the time to do the little things, Miss Jacob. They mean so much! ❤️🖤"
Ms. Jacob is the perfect balance of relationship/rigor and we are SO BLESSED she chose WLS!
Eat some grub and help our club!
Meadowvale Parent Club Night is tonight!
4-10pm
PARENT SHOUT:
"I would like to shout out Whitmer distance track coach Eric Browning. Last night after practice my daughter left her Stanley in her unlocked locker by mistake. She didn't notice til this morning, after which she was devastated and went to school feeling really blue.
Well Coach Browning, who does not even work in the school, found it after she left last night and got up extra early today and was at the school waiting for her with her cup.
It's little things like this that's so big to our kids, that shows the love WLS teachers/coaches have for our kids that make me proud to be a 3rd generation Panther family. He could have waited till after school at practice but instead went an extra mile to make my kiddo smile!"
What a selfless, kind gesture! 🥰
Please join us for a blood drive at Whitmer on Saturday, March 29, (9 am-2pm)! Visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule an appointment. The American Red Cross has lost over 10,000 liters of blood donations because of the wildfires, so help 2 WHS Seniors meet their goal!
March is National Nutrition Month - a time to remember to take care of our families and ourselves by practicing healthy eating habits. The staff at Whitmer Health Center are here to help with questions you may have or assist with resources regarding your family’s nutrition needs. Please contact us at 567-389-4796 today.
