May 22, 2023

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FROM THE PRINCIPAL

This week is ACP testing.

THERE WILL BE NO EARLY PICK-UP/RELEASE!

FROM THE PTA PRESIDENT

Woodrow makes me wish I was in high school again. At the Spring Game, I was standing behind a group of tired and sweaty football players who had taken a knee to hear Coach Fish give a heartfelt summary of their year when it hit me. Standing alongside a large group of parents, fellow students, alumni, teachers, and coaches, who are all out on the field to show support, I was reminded that most high schools aren’t like this. I know mine certainly wasn’t.

While I know I can’t turn back time and be 16 again, I must say it’s been a joy to experience Woodrow from the perspective of a parent volunteer this year. Working to ensure all of the things that make this school so exceptional continue to remain available to our children has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Volunteering alongside some of the most dedicated parents I’ve ever met, coming from all areas of our feeder pattern and all walks of life, has me convinced our school will flourish for years to come. Our school and our PTA have survived a couple of incredibly challenging years, and we are only just beginning to see the growth and achievement we are capable of when our parents, teachers, and students all work together to keep Woodrow as strong as it has always been. Under the guidance of the incoming President, Pennie Marshall, next year promises to be even better than this one!

I am so very grateful to all of my fellow PTA Members who served our school this year. I won’t lie, I’ve never been more excited for a summer break, but I’ve also never been more excited to see what a new school year brings. Just know that when we return to school in August the PTA will be there, as always, to make sure everyone at Woodrow has the information and support they need to make their school year the best ever!

Warmest Regards,

Kathy Ruff

2022-2023 PTA President

SUMMER PLANNING

Women in STEM

The Perry Outreach Program is a free, one-day, hands-on experience for high school women who are interested in pursuing careers in medicine and engineering. Students will hear from women leaders in these fields and try it for themselves by performing mock orthopaedic surgeries and biomechanics experiments.

The Perry Outreach Program is currently seeking applicants for its Dallas program. Participants should be students who gender-identify as women or nonbinary in grades 10 and up with an expressed interest in science, medicine, and/or engineering. Applicants should fill out the online application in advance of the September 21, 2023, deadline.

Information on the Perry Initiative

Application

THE LATEST FROM WOODROW

2023 Yearbook Distribution

Yearbooks are scheduled to arrive Friday, May 26th!

Senior Distribution and Signing:

After Graduation Rehearsal on Friday, May 26th

Underclassmen Distribution and Signing:

After the 4A Final Exam on Friday, May 26th at 2:30 p.m.

More Updates & Information

Summer/Fall 2023 Spirit Shop Information

We will set up a couple of times during registration in August for in-person shopping only. So stay tuned!

See you in August!!

Brick Campaign

Help support Woodrow by purchasing a commemorative brick!

The Class of 2003 installed the first commemorative bricks and benches in our horseshoe to create a Woodrow “Walk of Pride” seating area. You can purchase a brick for a student, an alumnus, your favorite teacher, or your class.

Orders are taken during the school year through the end of May. Installation will happen over the summer break.

Pricing: Current students can purchase a brick for $45. Once a student has graduated the price of the bricks will increase to $90.

Keep in mind that this is a Fundraiser and there is a limited amount of space in our courtyard.

Purchase a Brick

CLASS OF 2024 NEWS

Information for Rising Seniors

Rising Seniors - Here is the link to all of the info you need to stay informed over the summer and next year. Be sure to read over it a few times before school starts so you don't miss anything important!

Job for Rising Seniors

Rising Seniors, have double early release senior year? Interested in a fun job after school working with kids each day? Want excellent pay?

FOL Sports is hiring counselors for our after-school program each school day at Lakewood Elementary starting August 14th. We pay $20/hour and are looking for reliable, fun and engaged high school seniors to work 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. each school day on the Lakewood Elementary campus. Our program gets elementary kids outside and playing every day. We are taking applications for after-school counselors now.

APPLY HERE

CLASS OF 2027 NEWS

Incoming 2023-2024 Students

Incoming Wildcats!

It's time to join the world of Woodrow Communications for the Class of 2027!

Here's how to do it:

1. Join the Remind Classroom for your class! Students and Parents should join!

2. Register your family on the Woodrow PTA Website! Be sure to register your student for the Class of 2027 graduation year so that you are signed up to receive newsletters for incoming freshmen!

3. Join the Woodrow Wilson HS Insider Page on FB!

4. Contact your Class Communicant, Sarah Ringwald, if you have questions!

We're so excited for you to join the Woodrow Family!

ATHLETICS

Summer Workouts

Summer Strength and Conditioning is back courtesy of Woodrow Athletics!

Sign-Up

2023 Woodrow Football Kids Camp

Woodrow football kids camp is right around the corner!

We can't wait for your child to join us this summer for WOODROW FOOTBALL KIDS CAMP! Camp cost will be $50 for the week and will be due during day 1 check-in.

Camp registration includes a daily snack, water and a Woodrow Football t-shirt.

Join us on June 7th! 🐾🏈

CALENDAR

Click on each event below to see details. View the complete calendar on the Woodrow PTA site.

Upcoming Events

Monday, May 22

ACP Testing

6:00p Dual Language Induction Ceremony

Tuesday, May 23

ACP Testing

9:00a ACP Testing (1B & 2B)

Wednesday, May 24