(updated 1/24/12)
District Address/Phone/Fax/URL
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235 Spencer Lane • Ypsilanti, Michigan 48198
(734) 481-8200 • Fax (734) 481-8151
http://www.wrcs.k12.mi.us
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| District Mission/Vision |
Mission
The mission of the Willow Run Community Schools is to provide the highest quality education for all students by:
•Offering a challenging and comprehensive curriculum.
•Meeting the diverse intellectual, social and emotional needs of each student.
•Cultivating collaborative efforts between school, family and community partnerships.
•Developing learning communities for continuous improvement that ensures academic achievement by providing the highest standards of instructional practice in every class, every day.
•Being responsible and accountable for the public trust and resources.
Vision
The vision of the Willow Run Community Schools is to prepare students to excel in a global society.
Willow Run Community Schools—Your Community,
Your School District
• Improving test scores, some above state average
• All schools are North Central Association (NCA) Accredited
• Technology driven instruction in air conditioned buildings
• Audio enhanced classrooms in all schools
• Interactive Whiteboards in all schools
• Award winning academic programs: Three Golden Apple Awards, Chamber of Commerce E3 Awards and Middle Cities Education Association winners
• Art, Music and Physical Education instruction district-wide
• Before and after school child care options
• New middle school, new pool, additions to every elementary building and expanded technology across the District as part of a $53 million building program
• Computer workstations in every classroom with internet access
• Mobile computing (laptop carts) with wireless access to the internet in all buildings
• Digital cameras and camcorders available for classroom use
• Robotics
• Flyer TV Production Studio—training students for jobs in the Communications industry
• Computer Aided Design (CAD) instruction beginning in the middle school through high school
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District Facilities and Programs
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Grades Preschool-1st = Primary Learning Center
Grades 2nd-4th = Elementary Learning Center
Grades 5th-8th = Intermediate Learning Center
Grades 9th-12th = High School Learning Center
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District Facts and Figures
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| Willow Run Strategic Planning Task Force In Action! |
Vision, Mission & Core Beliefs (approved by WR School Board)
Strategic Action Plans (pending Board approval)
WR Plan Task Force
• Planning Elements
• Planning Elements part 2
WRCS Plan Notebook
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| Willow Run School, Family and Community Partners |
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Willow Run Community Schools, families, and its surrounding community have been identified as key components in the successful education of our children.
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As we learn and grow as partners, it is crucial that the development of a cohesive “School-Parent-Community-Partnership-Team” be established. The new Advisory Board is excited to begin work with our district.
MISSION/VISION:
COORDINATING COMMUNITY SERVICES TO SUPPORT WILLOW RUN STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES. WE ADVOCATE FOR AND PROMOTE A HEALTHY COMMUNITY.
All are welcome to join! The meetings will be held in the Willow Run Intermediate Learning Center, 235 Spencer Lane, in room 411 beginning at 12:00 noon. Please mark your calendars with the following dates:
- Thursday, February 16, 2012
- Friday, March 23, 2012
- Thursday, April 19, 2012
- Friday, May 18, 2012
For additional information, please contact Laura Frey-Greathouse at 961-6050.
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Meeting Minutes
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| Parent Advisory / PTO Information District-Wide |
| PLC Parent Advisory/PTO Contact Information 2011-2012 |
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| ELC Parent Advisory/PTO Contact Information 2011-2012 |
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| ILC / HSLC Parent Advisory/PTO Contact Information 2011-2012 |
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| Resources For Parents/Guardians |
Listed below are some links that are provided for parents/guardians. We also have additional Parent Resources located on the Parent Information Page.
AYP Information for Parents
http://www.michigan.gov/mde/01607,7-140-22709_22875---,00.html |
MDE Parents & Family
http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-5233---,00.html |
National Network of Partnership Schools
http://www.csos.jhu.edu/p2000/default.htm |
Ypsilanti District Library
http://www.hvcn.org/info/ydl |
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| Parents.com |
FamilyFun |
LeapFrog |
FamilyFun |
| Parenting advice at familyeducation.com |
CyberCitizen |
Detroit Free Press |
National Safe Kids Campaign |
| Ypsilanti Courier |
K-8 Education Place |
Michigan Family Independence Agency |
Asthma and Allergies
Get the latest information on asthma as well as treatments for food, seasonal, latex and animal allergies. You can also find physician referrals and other resources. |
Automobile Safety
Under the Autos section of the Consumer Reports site, find information on the safest new cars, complete with analysis of how well each avoids accidents and protects passengers during collisions. |
Babysitter Training
American Red Cross and American Safety and Health Institute
Both organizations offer courses to train babysitters in basic child care for infants and toddlers, as well as first-aid techniques and emergency care strategies. Use the site directories to find courses in your area. |
Home Security
Protect your home against theft with the Burglary Prevention Council's free Safe and Secure booklet, which includes information on security systems, neighborhood safety guidelines and more. Send a self-addressed stamped envelope to Burglary Prevention Council, 111 E. Wacker Dr., Suite 1800, Chicago, IL 60601. |
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