Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a visionary leader who dedicated his life to justice, equality, and the power of love to bring about change.
At Wellford Academy, we strive to live out his dream by fostering kindness, inclusion, and respect in our school community every day. Together, let’s continue to work toward creating a brighter future where every voice is heard, and every dream is valued.
Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Wolfpack! 🐾
Fresh and flavorful fun! 🌿 Kindergarteners at Wellford Academy teamed up with Mrs. Sill to make homemade salsa using cilantro grown right here in our very own Hydroponic Farmstand. Hands-on learning has never been so tasty! 🌱🍅
Reminder: In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be no school on Monday, January 20. Enjoy the long weekend, and we look forward to seeing our Wolfpack back on Tuesday!
4K STEM in Action! 🐻❄️ Mrs. Cielinski’s 4K students have been exploring what animals do in winter! In the science center, they’ve been learning all about bears and hibernation. Using their creativity and problem-solving skills, students designed caves and dens on paper, then brought their ideas to life using materials like magnet tiles, cubes, cotton balls, and popsicle sticks. Their designs turned into some amazing bear shelters! Great job, future engineers!
🌱 Fresh and Local! 🌱
Mrs. Sill and Ms. Hill treated our 5th graders to a special experience today by sharing fresh lettuce grown right here at Wellford Academy in our very own Hydroponics Farmstand! Students got a firsthand look at the benefits of sustainable farming while enjoying a healthy, homegrown treat. Way to go, Wolfpack, for cultivating learning and wellness! 🥬
🤩Congratulations to our Top Cub Club award winners from December in grades K4-2 🎉🐾 These students have demonstrated outstanding achievements and leadership. Keep up the amazing work, Wolfpack! 🐺✨ Sofia Pshichenko, Kyla Odom, Dahlila Calvert, Bethany Wright, Ruthie Gregory, Daisy Mae Oltz, Kalum McArthur, Harlem Jay Samuel, Jackson Cooke, Ahmani Yem, Cassidy Drummond, Mia Crosby, Valenina Sanchez, Allie Stinson, Zion Garrett, Zoie Underwood, Aubree Basto, Bodhi Beall, Nicol Ortiz-Chicas
❄️ Teachers at Wellford Academy enjoyed a festive Chat and Chew today! A big thank you to our third-grade teachers and Ms. S for providing delicious snow-themed snacks to brighten everyone’s day. ☃️❄️
Ms. Horne and Mrs. Joyce’s fourth-grade students had an amazing time exploring and learning at Roper Mountain Science Center today! From hands-on activities to exciting exhibits, it was a day filled with discovery and fun!
🤩Congratulations to our Top Cub Club award winners from December in grades 3-5! 🎉🐾 These students have demonstrated outstanding achievements and leadership.
Keep up the amazing work, Wolfpack! 🐺✨
Drew Matthews, Arthur Petrichko, Lillian Wright, Leah Marroquin-Berrios, MaryLeigh Gregory, Saidi Ongolo , Ellyanna Vazquez-Maldonado, Carter Dearman, Benjamin Randolph, Alex Reshnyuk, Vlad Pshichenko, Zyrek Whittington, Justice Hopkins, Skyelyn Smith, Izzie Inman, Harlym Ballenger
All District Five schools will be on NORMAL schedule for Tuesday, January 14. Thank you for your patience and understanding through this winter weather season. We look forward to seeing all students & staff bright and early tomorrow morning!
Out of an abundance of caution, all District Five schools will operate on a two hour delay on Monday, January 13..❄️
Due to this weekend's winter weather, ice still remains on roadways in outlying parts of our district. A two hour delay allows for more visibility for our buses, and all drivers.🚌🚗
Elementary schools will begin at 9:30 a.m. and middle & high school at 10:15 a.m.⏰ School buses will run two hours later than their normal pick up times.🚌. We look forward to seeing all students and staff tomorrow! #WeAreD5
Wellford families, we hope you’re having “snow” much fun on this snowy day! ❄️ Share your favorite snow day pictures with us in the comments below—we’d love to see how you’re spending this wintery day! Stay safe and warm!
🌨️❄️ Snow Day Challenge Alert! ❄️🌨️
Mrs. Moore has created some fun and exciting challenges for you to try out during our snow day! 🐾❄️ Show us how you're spending your day—whether you're building a snowman, creating snowy art, or curling up with a good book! 📸 Share your pictures in the comments below.
We can’t wait to see how our Wolfpack is making the most of this snowy day! 🐺☃️
Due to a winter storm watch issued by the National Weather Service, all District Five Schools and offices will be closed on Friday, January 10. ❄️ Friday, January 10 will be an e-Learning day for all District Five students. 💻 This decision was made in the best interest of safety for all D5 students and staff, as snow, sleet and ice is predicted by late Friday morning, and roads will likely be unsafe for buses, families or student drivers to travel 🚌❄️🚗 Teachers will be in touch with students regarding all e-Learning assignments 📚📝. All after school and weekend activities are also canceled.📆 We appreciate your patience and understanding, as safety is always our top priority in District Five!
Due to a winter storm watch issued by the National Weather Service, all District Five Schools and offices will be closed on Friday, January 10. ❄️ Friday, January 10 will be an e-Learning day for all District Five students. 💻 This decision was made in the best interest of safety for all D5 students and staff, as snow, sleet and ice is predicted by late Friday morning, and roads will likely be unsafe for buses, families or student drivers to travel 🚌❄️🚗
Teachers will be in touch with students regarding all e-Learning assignments 📚📝. All after school and weekend activities are also canceled.📆
We appreciate your patience and understanding, as safety is always our top priority in District Five! #WeAreD5
📸 Smile, Wolfpack! 📸
Class Picture Day is tomorrow, Thursday, January 9! Please note that only whole group class pictures will be taken—no individual pictures this time.
Make sure your student comes to school ready to shine with their class! 🌟
🎉 Congratulations, Ms. Shenouda! 🎉 Join us in celebrating Ms. Shenouda as our January Most Valuable Educator (MVE) at Wellford Academy! 🏆 Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to our Wolfpack make such a difference every day. We’re so proud to have you on our team! 🐾❤️
🐾🎉 Welcome back, Wolfpack! We’re so excited to kick off a new year of learning, growing, and making memories together. What was your student's favorite part of coming back to school? 🖍️📚 Let us know in the comments below!
📣 Welcome Back, Wellford Wolfpack! 🐺
We hope everyone had a fantastic break and is ready for an exciting new year! Just a friendly reminder that students return to school tomorrow, January 7. We can't wait to see all of your smiling faces and jump into a wonderful semester of learning and fun. See you bright and early tomorrow! 🌟📚
👏🐾 A big shoutout to our hardworking Paw Patrol members who celebrated their efforts with a fun-filled party today! 🎉🎁 They enjoyed games, snacks, and some well-deserved downtime.
A special thanks to our amazing PTO and the Shaw family for donating gloves and rechargeable hand warmers to keep our team warm and ready for action! 🧤🔋
We’re excited to welcome new team members in January and are so grateful for this dedicated group helping keep Wellford Academy safe and secure. ❤️🐺
