PTA newsletter link: https://www.wileypta.org/pta-newsletter

School Appropriate Halloween Attire

Friday, October 31, is Halloween, and students are welcome to wear costumes to celebrate! Please remember that all costumes must be school-appropriate — nothing scary, violent, or culturally insensitive. Costumes should not include items that resemble weapons or any props that could disrupt learning. Let’s keep the focus on fun, creativity, and kindness as we enjoy a safe and festive day together!

Connect withTalkingPoints

Connect with classroom teachers via TalkingPoints. TalkingPoints allows teachers to communicate with parents via text messages easily, including parents who speak languages other than English. TalkingPoints is a two-way, multi-lingual platform that allows teachers and parents to communicate in over 100 languages. Teachers use a web or mobile application to send messages to parents who receive them in their home languages as text messages or through the parent mobile app. Parents can reply in their own languages because TalkingPoints will automatically translate it to English for teachers. The software will sync directly to parent contact information in our student information system, Infinite Campus. 

• Interested in the app? Get started here. 

• Learn more about shared messaging for families. - This may be necessary if both parents are not receiving talking points. 

• How to change your home language in the mobile app.

Family Resource Support
We want to ensure our families are supported with resources in our community. If your family has a need in an area, please complete the form linked here: Family Resource Form.

Based on your responses, we may need to gather additional details to best accommodate your needs. For specific or immediate concerns, please reach out directly to school administration, your child’s homeroom teacher, or our new social worker, Jane Hartley (jehartley@wcpss.net).

We are here to partner with you and connect you to the resources you need.

Arrival && Dismissal Safety Reminder
The safety of our students and families during arrival and dismissal is our top priority. We ask that all families be mindful of pedestrians and traffic patterns when arriving and leaving school.

As a reminder:

Families should wait at the top of the parking lot until 8:45 AM for arrival and 3:30 PM for dismissal before entering. This allows others to safely enter and exit the parking lot before carpool begins and ends.

Walker families are encouraged to use the carpool line if parking is unavailable or if parking rules cannot be followed. Please also be mindful not to block neighborhood driveways.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us keep everyone safe.

Volunteer Registration & Renewal for 2025–26

All WCPSS parent and community volunteers must register through the MyVolunteer system. On the site, you’ll find the required disclosure forms, the WCPSS Volunteer Agreement, and a summary of your rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Be sure to include your name, contact information, and social security number when registering. If you don’t have a social security number, please contact volunteers@wcpss.net.

 

Once your registration is complete, the system will notify you when you’re approved.

Volunteer Renewal: If you were approved for the 2024–25 school year, renewing for 2025–26 is quick and easy. The renewal window is July 1–October 31, 2025.

Start your registration or renewal here: MyVolunteer Login 

Excused Absences for Religious/Educational Reasons 

As you plan for the school year, please submit requests for excused educational or religious absences at least 2–3 weeks in advance of the requested dates. Per policy, excused educational absences must involve experiences comparable to school-based learning and must be educational in intent from the start. To verify the experience, students may be asked to complete an academic assignment such as a journal entry, reflection, project, or presentation. Please note that family trips or vacations not designed as educational experiences will not be excused. Use the linked form to submit your request well before the planned absence. Typically excused educational absences are reserved for extended absences (4 days or more)  and not one or two days before a weekend. 

Teacher Shout Out 

This year we want to share and shout out all the amazing things that Wiley teachers are doing for your students. If you have an amazing story to share or just want to tell a teacher how much you appreciate all they do, use this link:  Comments will be shared with the teacher and the Wiley staff. 

Wiley PTA

Fall Book Fair Opens Monday!

We’re excited to partner with Quail Ridge Books for our Fall Book Fair, taking place in the Media Center from Oct. 27-31. Help make the magic of reading possible for every student by donating to the Wiley PTA Book Fairy program. This program ensures that all students who wish to choose a new book from the fair can do so.

 

We also need volunteers to make the fair a success! Please consider signing up for a time slot during the event—it’s a fun and rewarding way to support our students.

Wiley Spirit Day at Irregardless

Mark your calendars for our next Wiley Spirit Day at Irregardless on Wednesday, Nov. 4! Enjoy a great meal while supporting our school — 5% of all sales will benefit the Wiley PTA. Lunch runs from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and dinner from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Grounds Volunteers Needed
Calling All High Schoolers: Help Wiley and Earn Service Hours

Do you have a high schooler or know one in need of service hours? Wiley PTA is launching a Junior Sustainability Committee this spring! We’re inviting high school students to help with grounds work at Wiley every weekend in April and early May, with two-hour volunteer shifts available. It’s a great way for older students to give back to their elementary roots—plus it helps keep our campus looking beautiful for our Wiley students!

 

Know a teen who may be interested? Share this opportunity and sign up here.

Want to Know What’s Happening at Wiley?

Stay connected by following Wiley PTA on Instagram and Facebook for reminders, updates, and highlights. Visit www.wileypta.org to explore our calendar of events - the easiest way to see all school and PTA activities in one place. While you’re there, you can also shop our Wiley Wear, join or renew your PTA membership, and access the Family Directory. Be sure to check back often so you don’t miss a thing!

Lost and Found

Please check the latest Lost and Found items. Students can look during lunch, and parents are welcome anytime during school hours. Remember to label belongings—labeled items are never donated. Thanks for helping us keep things organized!

Wiley Foundation/CRF

The 2025 Wiley Soirée Auction is LIVE!

Our Raise the Spirits online auction is now open! Bid on unique Wiley-led teacher experiences, local favorites, and other one-of-a-kind items to support the Wiley Elementary Foundation and the Cecilia Rawlins Fund. Don’t miss your chance to win big and do good!

The auction will close at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25.
Start browsing and bidding now: 2025 Wiley Soirée Auction

Wiley Soirée

Join us Oct. 25 from 7-10 p.m. for a festive, adults-only night out downtown just before Halloween, benefiting the Wiley Foundation and the Cecilia Rawlins Fund. These organizations not only enrich every child’s experience at Wiley but also provide vital support for families facing unexpected hardships, reminding us that no one in our community stands alone. Come dressed up, soak in the downtown vibe and enjoy an evening of connection with the parents, teachers, community members, and friends who make Wiley and the Raleigh community so special. Click here for tickets and sponsorships!

Paint the Rock!

Big occasion coming up? Reserve a date to celebrate and paint the rock! The entire year is open. Sign up here!

Upcoming Dates - Traditional Calendar