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Important Dates
Jan 16th - NO SCHOOL (Teacher Workday)
Enjoy family time
Jan 19th- MLK DAY (no school)
Use the day to think about making a difference
Jan 20th -Start of S2/Q3
We are halfway there, ready for new goals
Jan 22th - Principal's Coffee
@8:45am Face To Face at WES
Feb 9th - CCR Training No School
Enjoy Family Time
Early Dismissal Every Thursday @1:30
Winter Weather Reminder
Cold temperatures are here to stay! Please be sure students come to school dressed for winter weather.
Reminder: No jacket = no recess.
We want everyone warm, safe, and comfortable during outdoor play.
Questions and Comments
+49 (0)63171066800
DSN 414-7802
Attendance via email wiesbadenesattendance@dodea.edu
Registrar via email wiesbadenesregistrar@dodea.edu
WES Families,
I hope this message finds you well. As we embark on the third quarter of the 2025-2026 school year, I want to express my gratitude for your continued support and commitment to your child’s education. The school year is progressing steadily, and your partnership remains essential to student success.
As we move into the final stretch of the year, it's a great time to connect with your child's teacher to review progress and identify any areas for additional support. Working together, we'll help your child finish strong. If you have concerns, please contact the teacher.
ClassLink Reminder
Earlier this school year, teachers shared information about ClassLink, our school’s secure online learning platform. ClassLink provides access to your child’s digital classroom tools, learning materials, and instructional resources. Families can access it at:
https://www.dodea.edu/offices/it/classlink. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher.
Teacher of the Year Nominations
We are proud of the outstanding educators who serve our Wiesbaden students each day. If you would like to recognize any teacher on our staff, you are invited to submit a nomination for DoDEA Teacher of the Year using the following link:
https://www.dodea.edu/education/teachers-administrators/teacher-year-program/nomination-form
Your words of appreciation go a long way in celebrating the dedication and impact of our teachers.
We would also love the opportunity to connect with you in person. Please join us for our next Principal’s Coffee on January 22 at 8:45 a.m., face-to-face here at Wiesbaden Elementary School. This is a wonderful opportunity to ask questions, share ideas, and continue building strong partnerships together.
Thank you to our teachers, students, and families for your continued dedication and teamwork. Strong partnerships between home and school make a powerful difference, and together we are helping every child grow, learn, and succeed.
We are especially grateful to our teachers for their commitment to academic excellence and to our families for the support you provide each day—through communication, encouragement, and engagement. Your partnership strengthens our school community and helps ensure that every student finishes the year with confidence and pride.
We look forward to the exciting learning still ahead and appreciate all you do to make Wiesbaden Elementary a place where students thrive.
Principal Harwell
2025–26 Cohort / Studio Spelling Bee Results
We are thrilled to recognize the classroom winners and runner-ups from this year’s Cohort and Studio Spelling Bee. These students demonstrated impressive spelling skills, perseverance, and confidence.
Cohort & Studio Winners and Runner-Ups
- 3A – Charles: Winner Hazel North | Runner-Up Benjamin Ge
- 3B – Plucker: Winner Luke Morris | Runner-Up Suriya Sar
- 3C – Schultz: Winner Colette Woodard | Runner-Up Ezekiel Knutson
- 3D – Seich: Winner Noah Rosenberg | Runner-Up Cairo Quintal
- 3E – Thibodeaux: Winner Max Primicias | Runner-Up Maddie Studerus
- 3F – Townzen: Winner Maclane Kopiaz | Runner-Up Logan Barron
- 4A – Borowicz: Winner Dominic Zachary | Runner-Up Emma Rosenberg
- 4B – Curry: Winner Charlotte Terry | Runner-Up Brody Thompson
- 4C – Peacock: Winner Ellie Yu | Runner-Up Josie Nicasio
- 4D – Rhoten: Winner Elliott Park | Runner-Up Pizzaz Howze
- 4E – Whitcomb: Winner Alexander Romero | Runner-Up Alexander Wilson
- 5A – Ashcraft: Winner Jack Zakholy | Runner-Up Cypruss Huff
- 5B – Kuhar: Winner Lindsey Bri | Runner-Up Natalie Riddell
- 5C – Castillo: Winner Ethan Park | Runner-Up Nicolas Linton
- 5D – Perez: Winner Darryll Rideout | Runner-Up Nathan Johnson
- 5E – Singleton: Winner Violet North | Runner-Up Madeline Garza
Primary Grade Spelling Bee Winners
- 1st Grade: Winner Stanley Adams | Runner-Up Mario Barajas
- 2nd Grade: Winner Wolfgang Muramoto | Runner-Up Sophie Riddell
We also want to recognize all of our first- and second graders who participated this year — your courage and effort made this event a success!
First Grade Participants
Stanley Adams, Evan Nolan, Hendrix Kennaley, Everett Smith, Sophie Johnson, William Williams, Mario Barajas, William Woodard, Clara Osgood, Nathaniel Kelley, Saya Brooks
Second Grade Participants
Lincoln Dively, Sophie Riddell, Bethy Hartley, Immanuel Sturgil, Desmond Holder, Dorian Holder, Natalie De’Castro, Sunav Shrestha, Corwin Randle, William Smither, Wolfgang Minamoto, Arie Skye, Leonardo Flores, Amelia Pitts
We are incredibly proud of all our students for challenging themselves and representing Wiesbaden so well in this year’s Spelling Bee!
GO Kerrigan
At last week’s swim meet, Kerrigan Plumley, Ms. Rhoten’s 4th grade class, won 1st place in the 200 meter and 50 meter freestyle events and qualified for 3 events at the upcoming Europe swim championships in the Netherlands!! Congratulations Kerrigan!!
SAC NEWS
The SAC is looking ahead to the 2026-2027 school year, and parents and teachers are working together to help ensure a seamless first week for new and returning WES students. If you'd like to share your ideas on how to make that happen, let us know, and we will notify you of the next meeting date. We hope to see you there! POC: SAC Vice Chair, Daphne.Townzen@dodea.edu
Dental Screenings will take place for all WES students at the end of January. If you wish for your student to opt-out of screening, please notify the school nurse at amy.zesiger@dodea.edu.
Please keep your student home if he/she is sick. This includes: vomiting, diarrhea, rash, pink eye, flu/flu-like symptoms, and fever (temperature of 100.0 F or greater). Students are not allowed to return to school until they have been free of vomiting, diarrhea, and/or fever for 24 hours WITHOUT fever-reducing medication (Tylenol or Motrin). When you notify the school of your student's absence at WiesbadenESAttendance@dodea.edu, it would be helpful to include the school nurse at amy.zesiger@dodea.edu so illnesses can be tracked. If you would like more details, please visit School Nursing Services | Wiesbaden Elementary School | DoDEA.
Please continue to diligently check your child's head for lice. Lice are more prevalent during cold months and among preschool and elementary age children. Remind your children to avoid sharing hats and other head/hair accessories. If your child has lice, it is important to NOTIFY THE SCHOOL NURSE, at amy.zesiger@dodea.edu. Medication can be obtained free of charge at the base pharmacy, or it can be purchased at the Exchange or German pharmacy (Apotheke). For treatment to be successful, nits must be brushed out daily after the first medicated treatment AND a 2nd treatment MUST be given 7-10 days after the initial treatment to break the life-cycle of the lice. Bedding and clothing should be washed in hot water, and combs/brushes should be deloused in boiling water for 5-10 minutes. For more information, visit HeadLice.Org.
📘 Registrar’s Corner — “Start the Year on the Right Paw!”
- If your family is preparing for a PCS (Permanent Change of Station), please notify the school as soon as possible so we can prepare records. This gives teachers and the registrar enough time to prep all important notes and documents.
- A new year means a fresh start! Please verify and ensure to send updated addresses, phone numbers, or emergency contacts anytime changes occur. This helps us reach you quickly when needed and keeps every student safe as we kick off the year strong.
- Q3/S2 start date is January 20th and Second semester early withdrawal May 8th
PTO upcoming De-Tail-sss! 🐾
- January 19: No School - (MLK DAY)
- January 23: Popcorn Friday & Rock the Red
- January 23: WES School Bee
- February 6: Jammin N Jammies Night
- February 10-12: Read A Thon rewards in full swing
YEARBOOK
Click the link below to pre order yearbooks. If you have a 5th grader, use the same link for fifth grade dedications. Wiesbaden Elementary School PTO - Yearbook & Dedications
Spirit Wear
Show your spirit from lanyards to sweaters we have so many options. Our newest item is our cozy Dachshund blanket with two different styles. Wiesbaden Elementary School PTO - Spirit Wear
Here is the menu shared with us from Linq Connect. Be advised we do not get updates when there are changes to the menu. That has been a struggle at time for students and while we understand we need to remember those changes are possible and prepare your student for that. We encourage you to use the linq connect app or website to get accurate menus and changes.
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| Grade | Regular Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| K - 5 |
0745am 0805am 0805 a.m. - 1430 p.m. |
K-5 Student supervision Instruction begins at 0810 a.m. |
| Sure Start | 0900 a.m. - 1430 p.m. | Instruction begins at 0900 a.m. |
| Admin & Office Staff | 0730 a.m. - 1530 p.m. | Students arrive at 0800 a.m., Instructional Day 0810 - 1430 p.m. |
| It is the responsibility of the parents or guardians to notify the school every time a student is absent. |
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The daily schedule at Wiesbaden Elementary School is as follows:
Kindergarten through Grade 5:
- 0745 Students Line Up with Morning Bell
- 0810 Students are Tardy-arrivals after this time require check in at the front office
- 1430 Dismissal for K-5
Every Thursday is an early dismissal at 1330. No after school clubs/activities will occur on Thursday. Half Days have a dismissal time of 1055. No lunch is served on half days.
