Wolverine Families,

Thank you to all of our families who joined us for Back-to-School Night! It was amazing to see so many families on campus and the strong sense of community we have at Woodcrest. Your involvement and support make a difference!

Our first Spirit Week was also a lot of fun! We loved seeing our students participate and show their Wolverine pride. Let’s keep building our school spirit, getting involved, and challenging ourselves to reach new levels of Wolverine pride!

Picture Day – Thursday
Students will take their school pictures during their PE class period.

Monday, September 7 – No School
School will be closed in observance of Labor Day.

School-Wide Expectations

As we continue establishing strong routines, teachers may email home a Low-Level Referral when a student is not following school expectations. These referrals are intended to keep families informed and allow us to work together to help students make positive choices before behaviors become more serious.

Thank you for partnering with us by reviewing our school-wide expectations with your student:

BE RESPECTFUL • BE RESPONSIBLE • BE SAFE

Expectations can be found in the student agenda and on our school website.

Thank you for your continued support and for helping make Woodcrest a positive, connected place for all students.

Go Wolverines! 

This Week: August 31 to Sept. 4th

• Monday, 8/31: Dismissal 3:15pm
• Tuesday, 9/1: Early Out: Dismissal at 2:18 PM
• Wednesday, 9/2: Wear Gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness, Dismissal 3:15pm
• Thursday, 9/3: Picture Day, Pictures taken during PE class Period, Dismissal 3:15pm
• Friday, 9/4: Woodcrest Spirit Day- Wear spirit shirt or Black and Purple, Dismissal 3:15pm
• No School on Monday, Sept. 7th: Labor day

Go Wolverines!

2026–2027 School Year | Keep the Momentum Going!

Dear Students and Families,

We had an amazing Spirit Week last week! It was great seeing our Wolverines participate, have fun, and show their school pride. As we begin Week 4, let’s keep that same energy going by staying connected, making positive choices, and taking responsibility for our academic success.

CLOTHING DRIVE – LAST WEEK TO DONATE!

Our Clothing Drive ends this Friday!

Have gently used clothing you no longer need? Bring your donations to school and drop your bags off in the front office.

ACADEMICS – KNOW WHERE YOU STAND

Four weeks into the school year is a great time for students to check their progress.

This week:

• Check Aeries and know your grades.

• Review Teams and/or OneNote for assignments and class information.

• Write homework and important dates in your agenda daily.

• Complete missing assignments as soon as possible.

• Talk with your teacher if you don’t understand something.

• Use Paper, our free 24/7 online tutoring resource, when you need extra support.

Don’t wait for a low grade to ask for help! Taking responsibility early makes it much easier to get back on track.

PBIS – THE WOODCREST WAY

Our Wolverine expectations apply every day and everywhere!

BE RESPECTFUL
Use kind words, listen to others, respect personal space, and take care of our campus.

BE RESPONSIBLE
Bring your ID and materials, arrive to class on time, complete your assignments, and take ownership of your choices.

BE SAFE
Walk on campus, keep hands and feet to yourself, make safe choices, and report concerns to an adult.

Continue earning PBIS Spirit Points through positive choices, participation, attendance, school spirit, and involvement.

Spirit Week may be over, but Wolverine Spirit happens every day!

MENTAL HEALTH & SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT – CHECK IN WITH YOURSELF

By Week 4, schedules are getting busier and academic expectations are increasing. This is a good time for students and families to check in:

How am I doing?

• Am I getting enough sleep?

• Am I managing my time?

• Am I feeling connected at school?

• Do I have an adult I can talk to?

• Am I asking for help when I need it?

Students, if you are feeling overwhelmed, worried, having friendship difficulties, struggling academically, or simply need someone to talk to, come see Miss Torres or Ms. Morales Garcia.

You don’t have to wait until there is a big problem to visit your counselor. We are here to support you!

COMMUNITY & SCHOOL CONNECTION – OPPORTUNITIES FOR TEENS

Our communities of Ontario and Chino have resources and opportunities designed specifically for teens and families.

ONTARIO
The Ontario City Library offers dedicated teen spaces and programs that support students’ academic, recreational, and career goals. Ontario students ages 13–17 can also participate in teen volunteer opportunities where they can gain experience, develop leadership skills, and make new connections.

The De Anza Community & Teen Center provides additional opportunities for teens, including recreational, wellness, enrichment, leadership, and social activities.

CHINO
The Chino Experience Teen Center serves students in grades 7–12 and provides a supervised environment where teens can participate in activities, spend time with peers, and get involved in their community.

Chino’s Teen Opportunity Program (TOP) also provides students ages 13–18 in grades 7–12 with opportunities to volunteer in City programs and special events while developing leadership and interpersonal skills.

THIS WEEK’S COMMUNITY CHALLENGE

Do something that makes your school or community better.

Donate • Volunteer • Participate • Help Someone • Show Kindness

WEEK 4: STAY FOCUSED • STAY CONNECTED • GIVE BACK

Let’s continue building a school community where Wolverines take care of themselves, take care of each other, and take pride in their school and community.

BE RESPECTFUL • BE RESPONSIBLE • BE SAFE

With care,

Miss Torres & Ms. Morales Garcia
School Counselors

isabel_torres@chino.k12.ca.us
B_MoralesGarcia@chino.k12.ca.us

Service-Learning Project: At Woodcrest Junior High School, we believe that ALL students can have an impact on their school, their community, and ultimately their world. Students are encouraged to volunteer their time and record their service on a sheet provided in the agenda. Students are recognized based on the hours of service given. Each Student is encouraged to complete 5 service hours.

Service Awards

Service Award of Merit: five hours of documented service

Service Award of Distinction: fifteen hours of documented service

Service Award of Honor: thirty hours of documented service

In the Agenda on page 27 there is information and ideas of service hours that can be conducted throughout the year and on page 28 there is a sample log. Students need to turn in their log to Ms. Torres by April 30th.

Dear Woodcrest Families,

To help keep our students safe, please follow our designated drop-off and pick-up procedures:

South Side (Bon View Entrance)

• Enter from Bon View (next to Liberty Elementary).

• Pull forward toward Campus before stopping.

North Side (Driveway Past the Gym)

• Enter the driveway past the main office and the gym.

• Continue down the second driveway and follow the loop to exit.

Front of the School (Campus Street)

• You may use the pull-in section along Campus Street for drop-off or pick-up.

• This is not part of the driveway.

🚫 Not Allowed

• No drop-off or pick-up in the driveway directly in front of the office.

• No parking in school parking spaces for drop-off or pick-up.

• No stopping or parking in the private community across from the school.

  • This is private property, and the community has informed us that vehicles will be towed or ticketed.

Why This Matters
Students use the crosswalks in our parking lots, and unauthorized driving through these areas creates safety hazards.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping all Wolverines Respectful, Responsible, and Safe!

Students were provided with a badge holder and lanyard for their student ID. If a student loses their ID, a replacement ID may be purchased for $5.00.

Students are welcome to use their own lanyard and badge holder if they prefer. If the school-provided lanyard or badge holder is lost or damaged, families will need to provide a replacement.

Please help your student keep their ID secure and bring it to school each day.

If ID's are forgotten a loaner ID will be provided in the office, if it becomes a pattern parent will be contacted and progressive discipline will be followed.

Donations can be dropped off in the office. Students will receive 5 to 10 pts for donations.