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WELCOME TO WEALTHY ELEMENTARY

Where Kindness Is Magic

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WELCOME TO WEALTHY ELEMENTARY

Where Kindness Is Magic

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WELCOME TO WEALTHY ELEMENTARY

Where Kindness Is Magic

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WELCOME TO WEALTHY ELEMENTARY

Where Kindness Is Magic

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WELCOME TO WEALTHY ELEMENTARY

Where Kindness Is Magic

Upcoming Events

Latest News

WECC Preschool & Child Care Registration Open Now!

Build your child's foundation at WECC!

Registration for Woodcliff Early Childhood Center's 2026-2027 preschool and child care programs is open now! Visit egrps.org/preschool for more information and to register. 

WECC is a tuition-based center, meaning there are no residency restrictions to attend. Priority will be given to current WECC families who complete their registration by February 16, 2026. 

Contact Courtney Van Heck, Director of Early Childhood, at cvanheck@egrps.org with any questions. 

 

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Valentine's Day Party Reminders

This week, classes will hold Valentine’s Day activities. To remain consistent with our policy regarding food in the classroom, we strongly recommend that non-food-based treats be considered if your child chooses to give valentines to his or her classmates. If valentines are sent that include candy or pre-packaged treats, those items will be placed in backpacks to be enjoyed at home. Please refer to the Parent Handbook for additional information regarding food in the classroom and thank you for helping keep all students safe. 

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HURRAH! Invitations Going Out This Week

Check your mailbox or your child's Friday Folder this week for your invitation to HURRAH!, the East Grand Rapids Schools Foundation's fundraiser of the year.

HURRAH! will be Saturday, March 28 from 8-11pm at Silva and you won't want to miss it. Tickets to this extremely popular event have sold out the last few years, and this year HURRAH! promises to be even bigger. The Big Room at Silva is unlike any other venue in Grand Rapids. You have to see it to believe it.

We'll have a a DJ, dancing, apps, treats, and drinks. Plenty of surprises too. Get your tickets or be a sponsor now!

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Save the Date - Camp East Registration Opens March 2!

Registration for the Camp East Summer 2026 child care program opens March 2, 2026! 

Camp East is Woodcliff Early Childhood Center's (WECC's) Summer Child Care Program. This exciting summer program is based around weekly themes which support and enhance children’s physical, intellectual, artistic, and social-emotional growth and development. 

If you would like to be added to the Camp 2026 interest list, please email Director Courtney Van Heck at cvanheck@egrps.org. For more information and to register on March 2, visit egrps.org/campeast and click the "Camp East" tab. 

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Program Highlights

Wealthy Wizard Walk

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Wealthy Wizard Walk

The Wizard Walk is Wealthy Elementary PTO’s annual and only fundraiser that takes place throughout Gaslight Village in May.  Our Wizards are a rainbow of smiles as they walk to support their school and the many programs Wealthy Elementary PTO provides. The success of the past events has enabled the PTO to sponsor many programs, in whole or in part, such as visiting authors, Bright Star Theatre productions, kindergarten chicks, classroom grants, and more!

Mystic Lake Camp

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Mystic Lake Camp

Wealthy fifth-grade students start the year with a two-night stay at Mystic Lake in Clare, MI. In addition to experiencing hands-on science lessons, students also bond together through team-building challenges, nature hikes and canoeing, and all the challenges that make up a classic camp adventure. The interpersonal threads that tie together on this trip bind Wealthy fifth graders for the rest of their final year of elementary school, and beyond.

Elementary Musical

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Elementary Musical

The elementary musical is a very special opportunity in which every student can be involved! Students in grades K-1 are able to learn a song and dance and perform live on stage at the start of the show. Second graders have the added opportunity to make a cameo appearance. Students in grades 3-5 may showcase their singing and acting skills on stage or work behind the scenes helping with costumes, artwork, setting the stage, lights and sound, directing peers, and more! This is a wonderful opportunity for the entire Wealthy Elementary school community to work and grow together!

Student Leadership Team

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Student Leadership

“Making a difference in our school, community, and world.”

Student representatives are elected from grades 3-5 to serve their fellow students in a multitude of student activities. These students plan and execute the Veterans Day assembly, Kids Food Basket sack supper collection, movie night, spirit days for Hearts of Gold and Homecoming, and school supply donations to other schools in the county. We are so proud of these student leaders!