Please stop by the WPC food pantry between 12 and 4 today!
Hello!
There will be no afterschool programs or Y program tomorrow due to the half day.
Hello! The Gaver Field Trip will be arriving late around 3:45 today- this will affect dismissal of students in PreK, K, 1st and 2nd. Thank you for your patience!
Hello! Reminder: WPC has a half day tomorrow 10/17 and no school on Friday 10/18! Thank you!
Great Morning Wildcat Family! This is a reminder that there will be NO afterschool activities today due to our staff meeting and family engagement night. Please go directly home and come back at 5:30 for Lit for Literacy! See you then!
Book Fair Next Week! Students can bring their money and Ms. Antonsen will pick students up from their classes in the morning to make their purchases. Each student will be given a receipt. If you want students to purchase particular items, please send a note with that information.
Today, we became aware that there was an incident in our school's neighborhood.
School staff responded immediately by contacting Baltimore City School Police. The school was put on lockdown to ensure safety. All afterschool clubs and activities were canceled today. If you have questions, please contact me.
Students at Lois T. or Walter P. Carter EMS qualify for a free laptop and internet service.
Families must be willing to join a series of online classes for Social Emotional Learning and Digital Literacy.
Please do not request another if you have already filled this out. One per household-Requests will be filled first come, first served.
https://forms.gle/mA43JtjGB3E7HYkC6
Join us for a spook-tacular evening at our Trunk or Treat, where families can enjoy festive fun, creative costumes, and candy-filled trunks! Bring the whole family for a safe and exciting way to celebrate Halloween together as a school community. You must register in advance!
https://bit.ly/WPCTrunkorTreat
Join us for an exciting Glow in the Dark Lit for Literacy Night, where reading comes to life with fun, interactive activities! Bring the whole family for a night of glowing adventures that will spark your child's love for books and learning. October 15th at 5:30! Register now!
bit.ly/2425WPCFEN
Please join us for our 1st Wildcat Parent Meeting of the school year on Wednesday at 5:30. Join us to have your voice heard and help shape important decisions for our children's school year. Your involvement makes a real difference, and together, we can create a stronger school community! https://bit.ly/WPCParent
Dear Parents or Guardians,
Today, your child received a letter with the specific shots that they still need updated. Please check with your child for that letter.
Immunizations (also called vaccinations and sometimes “shots”) are an important part of keeping your child healthy. State law also requires them for students in PreK through 12th grade.
Our records show that your child may not have had their immunizations. or that these immunizations will soon be out of date:
Meningococcal (MCV4)
Tetanus, Diphtheria and Acellular Pertussis [Tdap] (Dtap)
MMR
Varicella
HepB
Polio
If your child has had these immunizations, please make sure we have an updated copy of the immunization record as soon as possible.
If your child does not have proof of the required immunizations, please provide an appointment slip from the doctor’s office or the health department, or a written statement from you giving the date that the child will receive the immunization(s).
Your doctor or clinic can give your child the necessary immunizations. The Baltimore City Health Department (410-396-4454) can also give you information about locations for immunizations.
If you need additional information about vaccinations, please contact 0134 Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle at (410)396-6271.
Thank you for taking care of this important part of your child’s health, and making sure your child is ready to start the new school year.
Immunizations (also called vaccinations and sometimes “shots”) are an important part of keeping your child healthy. State law also requires them for students in PreK through 12th grade.
If your child has had these immunizations, please make sure your child’s school has an updated copy of the immunization record. Mandatory vaccinations years are typically PreK, kindergarten and 7th grade.
Look forward to receiving a letter with the needed vaccinations if your child is missing their updated shots. Those children who have not received updated vaccinations could result in exclusion from school until those vaccinations have been updated.
Final Update to today's Evacuation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rtB5GnZQ8HKcNFsfR52Mr91yF7ewV7HZ/view?usp=sharing
Walter P. Carter was evacuated at 10:30 a.m. due to a report of a gas smell in the cafeteria. The fire dept arrived and declared the building safe for return at 10:45 a.m. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Please contact me directly at 667-434-1658 or jneldridge@bcps.k12.md.us with questions.
WPC Fundraiser- Slice the Price Card! Buy a large pizza at menu price and get a large pizza FREE! The cost of the card is just $20! Use the card as many times as you would like until 6/30/25. The card is great for parties! Buy 10 large pizzas, get 10 large pizzas FREE!store.dominos.cards/43854
Good morning, Wildcat family!
We are aware of the recent social media post and your concerns for student safety. We are collaborating with BCPSS Police to assess the potential threat that has impacted multiple schools. We are treating this matter seriously and are taking precautionary action. Please read attachment.
Please join us for our first monthly parent cafe! During the cafe you can:
-Meet with the Principal and Members of the Admin Team
-Connect with Other Parents
-Learn How to Support Your Child's Growth
-Learn about Local Resources for your Family
Hello! The Wildcat Parent Committee will be meeting on October 9th @ 5:30pm. This is the 1st one of the year and we'd love to see a lot of new and old faces! We will be meeting once a month.
Greetings Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle School community,
To keep you informed when events impact our students' health and safety, we have an update about some social media posts that have come to our attention.
We recently learned of posts on Instagram about violence against our school, and a potential prank involving a fire alarm. While we have not verified the threat, we take such comments seriously. School staff immediately notified City Schools Police and other and will continue to work with them to keep our school safe.
Rest assured, we will continue to take all necessary steps to ensure the safety of our students and staff. We understand that recent events have heightened everyone's emotions and concerns for their wellbeing. Please speak with your children and encourage them that report any suspicious activity -- if you see something, say something. Please remember, our best defense against such threats is our community.
We are working closely with the City School Police to ensure that we can continue our work and provide a safe learning environment for everyone. We are moving forward with our normal school day, and we appreciate your support. If you have questions or concerns, contact me at 410-396-6271.
Sincerely,
Principal Eldridge
