
All school and district offices open to the public as of Mon., Aug. 22
As the start of the school year nears on Tue., Aug. 30, Woodland Public Schools welcomes students and their families back to school for the 2022-23 year with the following information, resources, and upcoming events.
All school offices open to the public on Mon., Aug. 22
All school and district offices open to the public as of Mon., Aug. 22. 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 Woodland schools
Parents and students needing additional information can visit the district’s website at www.woodlandschools.org. In order to stay up-to-date on the latest news events at Woodland Public Schools, follow the district’s Facebook page at www.fb.com/WoodlandPS, follow the district’s Twitter account at www.twitter.com/WoodlandPS, sign up for weekly feature stories from Woodland Schools Weekly at https://goo.gl/4pVZ91, and receive district news alerts from Flash Alert at https://goo.gl/GAUtDx.
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 2022-23 school year on Tue., Aug. 30!

Back-to-School Event Calendar
Athletic Registration (WMS / WHS) 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. 20
The Back-to-School Bash is this Sat., Aug. 20 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. This event is possible thanks to grants from local businesses as well as generous donations made by area churches and communities.
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 Mon., Aug. 22.
Columbia Elementary School
Drop-In/Drop-Off Event – Mon., Aug. 29, 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 Mon., Aug. 29 to meet teachers, see their classroom, get any questions you may have answered, and drop off supplies.
Supply Lists
Students can find supply lists for the 2022-2023 school year on the Columbia Elementary School website by using this direct link: https://www.woodlandschools.org/ces-supply-lists
North Fork Elementary School
Drop-In/Drop-Off Event – Mon., Aug. 29, 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 Mon., Aug. 29 to meet teachers, see their classroom, get any questions you may have answered, and drop off supplies.
Supply Lists
Students can find supply lists for the 2022-2023 school year on the North Fork Elementary School website by using this direct link: https://www.woodlandschools.org/nfes-supply-lists
Yale Elementary School
Drop-In/Drop-Off Event – Mon., Aug. 29, 4 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Students and parents can drop in anytime between 4 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Mon., Aug. 29 to meet teachers, see their classroom, get any questions you may have answered, and drop off supplies.
Supply Lists
Students can find supply lists for the 2022-2023 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. 25
Lunch and Lockers returns to in-person this year with a sit-down lunch where students can pick up schedules, meet their teachers, practice opening their lockers (and decorate them), register for athletics, and more. Lunch is provided for free (pick up lunch tickets from homeroom teachers).
Your event time is determined by the first letter of your last name:
- Last names starting with A-L may attend between noon p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- Last names starting with M-Z may attend between 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Supply Lists
Students can find supply lists for the 2022-23 school year on the Woodland Middle School website by using this direct link: https://www.woodlandschools.org/wms-supply-lists
WMS Athletics
- Mon., Aug. 22: First practice for Cross Country, Football, Golf (Boys), Volleyball
- Mon., Aug. 29: First practice for Soccer (Girls)
Woodland High School
Back-to-School Event Calendar
- Tue., Aug. 23 – Family Night / Parent Orientation starts at 6 p.m.
- Thu., Aug. 25 – Beaver Camp for freshman and new students starts at 9 a.m.
WHS Athletics
- Wed., Aug. 17: First practice for Football
- Mon., Aug. 22: First practice for Cheer, Cross Country, Dance, Golf (Boys), Soccer (Girls), and Volleyball
Information provided by Woodland School District.
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