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SUBJECT: Wildcat E-News: October 2, 2023

Woodrow Wilson High School Wildcat News
October 2, 2023

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WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
A Huge HOCO Thank You

Thank you to all who helped make 2023 HOCO the best ever! 

In addition to Student Council, so many teachers, staff, and parents made this event possible. 

THANK YOU!

If you see Kathy Ruff, please give her a huge thank you and a hug for all of her tireless energy, vision, love, and time! She made the Good Times Roll!

For those who did the 360 video, there is a link to download!

Fall Break

New for the 2023-2024 School Year:

Fall Break

Thursday, October 12th through Monday, October 16th

Texas State Fair tickets will be passed out on Friday, October 6th. 

FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Family and Community Engagement Survey

We Want Your Feedback! 

Please complete the Family & Community Engagement Family Survey to help us serve you better. 

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Socioeconomic Information Request

Parents, if you did not indicate your socioeconomic information during the registration process, please do so at this time.

That is part of how we retain ALL of our teachers. We currently are at 47% completion. Our goal at Woodrow Wilson High School is 100% completion by October 23, 2023. ❤️🤍

Our Title I money depends on it!

Forma Espanola

2023-2024 Dallas ISD All Pro Dad’s Draft Day

Saturday, October 12th

Adelle Turner Elementary School

10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

English Video

Spanish Video

National Merit Semifinalist

More than 16,000 of the high scorers, representing less than 1% of the nation’s high school graduating seniors, qualify as Semi-Finalists in each annual National Merit Program. 

WILDCATS we have a Semifinalist! 

Please congratulate Mr. Riley Adams

We are so proud of you!

Attendance for Credit

Attendance for Credit will be every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning. 

Room 1101

7:45 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.

Remind: @WWHSAFC23

PTA NEWS
Teacher Appreciation

Wildcats! Help us stock the Teacher Snack Bar! 

Show our teachers how much you appreciate them. 

Your donation will help provide a weekly Friday Treat.

Drop your snack(s) off in the Main Office or visit our Amazon and Walmart wish list. 

Join the PTA

Are you looking to

make a difference?

know the school?

have fun?

Then, join the PTA!

SPIRIT SHOP
Sign Up Here for a Shift
PEACE PANTRY
Woodrow Peace Pantry

DID YOU KNOW THERE IS FOOD PANTRY AT WOODROW WILSON HIGH SCHOOL?

THE WOODROW COMMUNITY PEACE PANTRY helps supplement meals and provides healthy snacks and uniforms for our DISD students in need.

Peace Pantry serves ANY students in need. Pick up bags of supplemental food and meal items in RM1103 (The Peace Pantry) after school (open until 5:00 p.m.). No paperwork is needed.

Want to Help?

PERFORMING ARTS
The Nutcracker Short 'N Suite

Nutcracker season is here!!  

Woodrow Dance Company would like to invite our 1st-8th grade littles to perform with us! 

Scan the QR code or click here.

ACADEMICS
OUT AND ABOUT
WoodrowFest

Mark your calendars for October 20th for the 9th annual WoodrowFest.com.

This great charity event was conceived by, organized and run by, sponsored and supported by Woodrow alums, parents and community leaders. 

The event raises money for the over 80k worth of current wWw Scholarship winners. Every year we give out at least four, $5000 yearly scholarships ($5k a year $20k, total per student).

Help support our up-and-coming generations by helping them get that education they need to become leaders in our community. We will update everyone as we go on the many opportunities available to help us raise money for these students. Any and all help is welcome!! 

Lakewood Home Tour

Lakewood Home Tour revealed 6 exquisite Lakewood homes and a stunning featured Candlelight home at the Lakewood Home Tour Dream House reveal this week! We're thrilled to share this exclusive glimpse of what awaits you at this year's tour. 

Here are the 2023 Homes:

7115 Alexander Drive

6605 Bob O Link Drive

7102 Lakewood Boulevard

6930 Lakewood Boulevard

6949 Lakewood Boulevard

7206 Tokalon Drive

*6934 Westlake Avenue (Our Candlelight Home)

Lakewood Home Tour primarily raises funds for Lakewood's Feeder schools in DISD (Lakewood Elementary, J.L. Long Middle School, and Woodrow Wilson High School). 

Here's how you can be a part of this amazing event:

1. Secure Your Ticket: Support the LECPTA by securing your ticket today for just $25! The Candlelight tickets are $40. Your ticket grants you access to all of the incredible homes featured on the tour for the entire weekend.

2. Volunteer Opportunities: Join our dedicated team of volunteers and help make this event a huge success! We have 4-hour shifts available. Sign up with friends for a rewarding and fun experience.

3. Catch the Replay: If you missed the grand reveal last night, don't worry! You can watch the video here to see all the jaw-dropping homes that will be on display.

4. Save the Date: November 11th and 12th- Mark your calendar for a weekend of inspiration and community spirit. We can't wait to see you there!

For more details about the Lakewood Home Tour, volunteering opportunities, and to purchase your ticket, visit lakewoodhometour.com.

Stay connected with us by following @lakewoodhometour on social for the latest updates, behind-the-scenes sneak peeks, and exciting news about Home Tour weekend.

ATHLETICS
Let's Go Tennis

Congratulations to Varsity Tennis on its huge win over Kimball on Monday, September 25th. 

Let's cheer them on as they compete against Hillcrest, W.T. White, and Molina in the District Finals!

Monday, October 2nd

Kiest Tennis Center at 9:00 a.m. 

OTHER HELPFUL INFO
The Answers to All of Your Questions in One Place

Still confused on where to https://www.instagram.com/wearewoodrow/go, what time classes start, or the A/B calendar? No worries!

Although Facebook is used as a source of conveying information, be sure to check out Woodrow's PTA and DISD websites first. Answers to most of your questions can quickly be found on either website! 

Bookmark the websites and these pages for quick and easy reference throughout the year:

Counseling

Bell Schedule

Attendance & Excuse Notes Policies

A/B Calendar

Dress Code

Parking Map

Records, VOE (for licenses), Transcripts

Athletics

*** Executive Director Vertical Team Communication Pathways ***

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Instagram:  @WeAreWoodrow

Twitter/X:  @WeAreWoodrowVT

CALENDAR

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

Upcoming Events
Monday, October 2
4:00p Varsity Tennis District Playoff Finals
Tuesday, October 3
6:30p Volleyball vs. Adamson (BC Night) @ Woodrow (FR/JV 6:30p/V 7:30p)
Thursday, October 5
6:00p Freshman Football vs. Seagoville @ Forester
7:30p Varsity Football vs. Seagoville @ Forester
Friday, October 6
7:30p Varsity Football vs. Seagoville @ Henry Stadium
Monday, October 9
4:00p Varsity Tennis Bi-Districts
Tuesday, October 10
6:30p Volleyball vs. Jefferson @ Jefferson (FR/JV 6:30p/V 7:30p)
Wednesday, October 11
6:00p Freshman Football vs. Hillcrest @ Franklin
7:30p JV Football vs. Hillcrest @ Franklin
Thursday, October 12
Fall Break
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