The Wayne-Westland Wrap Up - November 30, 2023
Greetings Wayne-Westland Families,
Winter has arrived this week with colder temperatures and even some snow. Winter weather can take a toll on school attendance. Snow, ice and rain can make it hard to get children to school. Illnesses such as colds, flu, fevers, and earaches are more frequent in the winter. Here is some information to help keep your children healthy and in school this winter.
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We are excited to start the 2024-2025 school year and look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. Please see the 2024 First Day of School Announcement for more important dates.
Community feedback is vital as we formulate a comprehensive plan to restore our district's financial health and secure long-term sustainability.
We invite you to complete this survey by July 19, 2024 and attend one of our community engagement meetings on the following dates:
Tuesday, July 9, 2024, from 5-7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024, from 5-7:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 11, 2024, from 1-3:00 p.m.
All meetings will be held at the William D. Ford Career-Technical Center, 36455 Marquette, Westland. Please RSVP here so we can plan accordingly.
Each meeting will feature a brief presentation, an opportunity to provide input and ideas, and a Q&A session. For those unable to attend, we will post the presentation on the district website along with a link to the survey.
Thank you for your continued support.
Following a closed session last evening, the Wayne-Westland Community Schools Board of Education voted to place Superintendent John Dignan on administrative leave pending the outcome of further discussions.
The Board has named Ms. Jennifer Curry, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, as the Acting Superintendent. The District’s leadership team will continue to work with the faculty and staff to ensure the positive completion of the school year for all our students, while remaining focused on the strategic priorities of our school district.
Sincerely,
Bradley Gray
Board President
Congratulations to all graduates from the Class of 2024! As you embark on your next educational journey, remember that each day presents an opportunity to make choices. Choose honesty, happiness, and strive to be the best version of yourself. Your actions can inspire those around you to also be their best selves.
Greetings Wayne-Westland Families,
As we approach Memorial Day weekend, it is important to remember that Memorial Day is not only a time for picnics and gatherings but also a solemn occasion to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. It's a time to reflect on their courage, selflessness, and dedication to preserving the freedoms we hold dear.