Welcome to Walnut Heights!
Home of the Cougars
A child-centered, academically challenging environment that cultivates character and celebrates learning.
It’s a great time to be a cougar!!
The first thing to do is get connected! Be sure you are receiving school email communications from your child’s classroom teacher and our weekly, Wednesday eNews from me. You can find the most up-to-date calendar and information about all our upcoming events there. The PTA executive board has worked hard to update the PTA website with calendar reminders, volunteer opportunities and the very popular digital directory. The PTA is for everyone & we hope at least one adult in your household will join us! It takes all of us – the amazing staff, the PTA and the support of WCEF, our education foundation, to bring a rich educational experience to life.
There will be many exciting events and activities this year including the very popular ice cream social & costume swap, carnival and international celebration, to name a few!
Important Information for the 2024-25 School Year
- Student assignments will be available on August 9th in AERIES. Please note that teachers work hard to create classes that are best for all students, therefore requests for class placement changes will not be granted.
- Welcome Back Day is August 12th: Walk our campus, get information about enrichment programs, learn about volunteer opportunities, and more. All families are welcome to participate. Class lists will be posted! If you have not yet proven residency, bring your documents this evening.
- The first day of school is Wednesday, August 14th, a regular late-start Wednesday. All students begin their day at 8:55am. Plan to stay for a few minutes for a cup of coffee and school year kickoff with the Principal!
- Free breakfast and lunch for all students. Breakfast will be served in the MPR every morning starting at 7:45am. (Wednesdays at 8:30am) Lunch is also provided daily for all students.
- There are no classroom supply lists. Students will need a pair of sturdy shoes, backpack, snack and water bottle.
- Visitors on Campus: ALL volunteers & visitors on campus MUST sign in at the school office and display a visitor’s badge.
Save the date for Back to School Night, Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Note that this is an adults-only evening. No childcare is provided, nor playground supervision.
We will be sharing more information prior to the start of the school year; please watch your email in the coming weeks.
The school office is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm daily. We are here to help!
Thank you, stay cool and welcome back!!
Amy Romem, Principal
Veronica Carrillo, Office Manager
