Dorchester Elementary

Important Forms: If you have not already done so, please complete the following forms as soon as possible:

Picture Day ~ Monday, October 17
Detailed information will be forthcoming.

Start Strong Assessments
October 18 - Gr. 4/5 ELA
October 19 - Gr. 4/5 Math
Woodcliff Middle School

September 29 ~ Sharpe Parent Meeting for 6th & 7th Grade parents 6:30 pm
October ~ 3 Girls & Boys Soccer vs Park Ridge
October ~ 3 Girls Volleyball vs Park Ridger
October ~ 5 Schools Closed Yom Kippur
October ~ 7 Picture Day for Staff & Students

Important Parent Trip meeting for 6th & 7th grade parents Thursday, September 29, at 6:30 pm in the WCMS gym

9th Period Enrichment Program/Registration is now open until October 3rd.

If you have not already done so, please complete the Emergency Contact form as soon as possible. Click here for the form.

Show your SCHOOL SPIRIT! Warrior Wednesdays is every Wednesday; please join Staff & Students and wear you WCMS Warrior colors.

Picture day for Students October 7, 2022
PFA

Pizza
Yesterday was our first pizza day for those who ordered by 9/21. Still interested in ordering but missed the deadline? Visit HERE for more info. Want to serve pizza or be on our sub list at Dorchester and WCMS? Email us at wclpfalunch@gmail.com.

Parking Space Raffle
Tomorrow is the last day to enter our Parking Space Raffle! One free entry for every 3 purchased! Visit wclpfa.com to get your entries. 

Ice Pops
Ice pop sales will be available tomorrow - the upper level by the cafeteria and the lower level by the playground. Ice pops are $1 each - exact change is appreciated!

Birthday Books
Dorchester Parents! Don’t forget to purchase a birthday book for your child. For more information visit HERE. Sale ends 10/7.

Pajama Parade
The parade is on and will continue until October 14. Please donate NEW women's and children's pajamas (any size) to help families in need. Collection boxes will be at the entrances of both schools.

No Fuss Lunch
Ordering closes Sundays at 7pm for the week ahead. However, a limited menu is available for same-day ordering until 8:15am. Service charge applies. Visit HERE for more info.

Save the Date
Mark your calendars for our fall Book Fair 10/12-10/14 and our Trunk-or-Treat 10/28.
WCLEF

Don’t Miss Out! Early Bird Pricing for the 36th Annual Run for Education
The WCLEF's Run for Education is coming up quickly on October 16. Sign up by October 8 to take advantage of early-bird pricing. There will be plenty of fun activities for the whole family - food trucks, bounce houses, vendors, and a DJ. Even if you aren't a runner, come out and support our schools on 10/16! Check out www.WCLEF.com for more details.

WCLEF October Meeting
The WCLEF invites new and returning parents to join our next meeting on October 12 at 7:30 pm. This is your chance to make a direct impact for your child. Not only do we need your support at events, but more importantly, joining our team! Our meetings typically last one hour to one hour and fifteen minutes and include an update from the school district’s administration team. We have options for people to choose to attend either in-person or via zoom. All monthly in-person meetings are held in the WCMS Media Center. Join us at 7 pm for refreshments. For the zoom link, please email info@wclef.com. We hope to see you there!
Community

Pascack Valley's Regional Dance Team is hosting "Tween Scene" for boys and girls in Grades 3, 4, and 5 on Friday, Sept. 30 from 7-9 PM in the PVHS Cafeteria. Cost is $20. Please see flyer for details/sign-up information.

WCL Oktoberfest
Join the town at our annual Oktoberfest (see flyer)THIS Saturday, October 1st from 4-8 PM. Food trucks, music, kids entertainment/inflatables and a "Nailed It" cake competition (see flyer) are just a few of the fun event activities planned! We hope to see you there and that you will join the cake baking fun for some friendly competition!

The Woodcliff Lake Fire Department is hosting their Annual Open House on Thursday, Oct. 13 from 6 - 9 PM, 180 Pascack Road. Please click here for additional details.

WCL 2nd Annual Diwali Celebration
All WCL residents are invited to join the WCL Indian community to celebrate the 2nd Annual Diwali Celebration! This year we are excited to announce it will be held at the WCL Tice Community Center, on October 16th from 4:00-8:00 PM. Please see attached flyer for details. Come experience the taste, sights and sounds and learn what Diwali is as we celebrate the festival of lights! Buffet-style, kid-friendly with dancing and activities-- all are welcome!
Woodcliff Lake School District
134 Woodcliff Avenue Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677