
Schools and district offices open to the public on Mon., Aug. 21
As the start of the school year nears on Mon., Aug. 28, Woodland Public Schools welcomes students and their families back to school for the 2023-24 year with the following information, resources, and upcoming events.
School office open dates
Schools and district offices open to the public on Mon., Aug. 21. Regular non-student office hours for each building are as follows:
- District Office and Business Office: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Woodland High School: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Woodland Middle School: 8:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
- All Elementary Schools: 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Stay up-to-date with your Woodland schools
Website
Parents and students needing additional information can visit the district’s website at www.woodlandschools.org.
Social Media:
- Facebook: https://www.fb.com/WoodlandPS
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/WoodlandPS
YouTube
Beginning with the 2023-24 school year, the district will release informative videos. These videos will be posted to the website and the above social media, but also released directly on YouTube at our channel here: https://youtube.com/@WoodlandPS
FlashAlert
The district utilizes the FlashAlert service to send out press releases and important information. Additionally, FlashAlert is the district’s service for releasing alerts for school closures due to inclement weather. You can view releases and subscribe for free alerts at the following link: http://www.flashalert.net/id/WoodlandSD
The entire staff of Woodland Public Schools looks forward to an exciting year and can’t wait to welcome the return of our students for the 2023-24 school year on Monday, August 28!
Back-to-School Event Calendar
Athletic registration now available
Students planning to participate in school athletics need to register in order to participate. Additional information about registration and other requirements is available from the district’s website at: www.woodlandschools.org/athletics
Back-to-School Bash provides free backpacks and school supplies for families in need on Sat., Aug. 12
The Back-to-School Bash is Saturday, August 12 from 3-6 p.m. at Woodland High School located at 1500 Dike Access Road where students can receive free backpacks and school supplies. No advance registration is required.
Medication Check-In
Parents with students requiring medication administered by school professionals check in their medication before the first day of school. School offices open to the public on Monday, August 21.

Columbia Elementary School
Open House – Wed., Aug. 23, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Students and parents can drop in anytime between 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 23 to meet teachers, see their classroom, get any questions answered, and drop off supplies.
Supply Lists
Students can find supply lists for the school year on the Columbia Elementary School website by using this direct link: https://www.woodlandschools.org/ces-supply-lists
North Fork Elementary School
Open House – Wed., Aug. 23, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Students and parents can drop in anytime between 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 23 to meet teachers, see their classroom, get any questions answered, and drop off supplies.
Supply Lists
Students can find supply lists for the school year on the North Fork Elementary School website by using this direct link: https://www.woodlandschools.org/nfes-supply-lists
Yale Elementary School
Open House – Wed., Aug. 23, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Students and parents can drop in anytime between 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 23 to meet teachers, see their classroom, get any questions answered, and drop off supplies.
Supply Lists
Students can find supply lists for the school year on the Yale Elementary School website by using this direct link: https://www.woodlandschools.org/yale-supply-lists

Woodland Middle School
Lunch and Lockers – Thu., Aug. 24, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Lunch and Lockers invites students and their families to a sit-down lunch where students can pick up schedules, meet their teachers, practice opening their lockers (and decorate them) and more. Lunch is provided for free (pick up lunch tickets from homeroom teachers).
Supply Lists
Students can find supply lists for the school year on the Woodland Middle School website by using this direct link: https://www.woodlandschools.org/wms-supply-lists
Woodland High School
Back-to-School Event Calendar
- Tuesday, August 22 – Family Night / Parent Orientation starts at 6 p.m.
- Thursday, August 24 – Beaver Camp for freshman and new students starts at 9 a.m.
Information provided by Woodland School District.
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