Last week, our students got an exciting lesson in civics and the voting process! After learning about their civic duties and rights, they officially practiced their civic duty by casting their ballots for the best Thanksgiving pie: Apple, Pumpkin, or Cherry. 🗳️🥧

Thank you so much to Mrs. Jessie for creating such a fun, hands-on learning experience for everyone!
about 3 hours ago, Fred Wild Elementary
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🦃 Thanksgiving Lunch at Fred Wild Elementary! 🍂

Parents of Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, and 4th grade students, join us for Thanksgiving lunch on Tuesday, November 10th!

Lunch Times:

• Pre-K: 10:20 a.m.
• Kindergarten: 10:50 a.m.
• 1st Grade: 12:00 p.m.
• 4th Grade: 10:15 a.m.

Please plan ahead:

🚗 Park in the cafeteria parking lot.

🪪 You MUST bring a PHYSICAL government-issued ID to attend. Pictures of IDs on your phone will not be accepted.

⏰ Arrive 10–15 minutes before your student’s lunch time to allow time for check-in and enjoy the full lunch period with your student.

We look forward to sharing this special time with our Wildcat families! 💙🐾
3 days ago, Fred Wild Elementary
Fred Wild Elementary Thanksgiving Lunch announcement for Tuesday, November 10. Lunch times: Pre-K, 10:20 a.m.; Kindergarten, 10:50 a.m.; 1st Grade, 12:00 p.m.; and 4th Grade, 10:15 a.m. Visitors must bring a physical government-issued ID. Photos of IDs on phones will not be accepted. Park in the cafeteria parking lot and arrive 10–15 minutes before your student’s lunch time. Graphic features a cartoon turkey, autumn leaves, and a blue paw print.
Fred Wild Elementary is thankful for the opportunity to celebrate our School Related Employee of the Year, Ms. Chauncey Allen, and our Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Rodriguez Perez at last night's SUMMIT awards! We also got celebrate as Ms. Allen was selected as the District's School Related Employee of the year! Congratulations to both of these wonderful ladies! Fred Wild is so thankful for you!
3 days ago, Fred Wild Elementary
Mrs. Rodriguez Perez, teacher, and Ms. Allen, Principal's Secretary stand together at the SUMMIT Awards Ceremony. Ms. Allen and Mrs. Rodriguez Perez are both holding their awards.
Ms. Smith, principal, Mrs. Rodriguez Perez, teacher, Ms. Allen, Principal's Secretary, and Mr. Julien, Assistant Principal stand together at the SUMMIT Awards Ceremony. Ms. Allen and Mrs. Rodriguez Perez are both holding their awards.

A couple weeks ago, some of our 5th-grade students had an incredible day hanging out with the Highlands County Sheriff's Office! They spent the day learning how to fish and grill some delicious food.

A huge thank you to the Highlands County Sheriff's Office for dedicating their time, sharing their skills, and making it such a memorable, fun-filled day for our kids! 🌟🎣🍖

4 days ago, Fred Wild Elementary
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Our fourth grade Wildcats had a faBOOlous time reviewing for their math test last week in Mrs. A's room! After all that fun, their math test scores were SPOOKtacular! 👻🐾

5 days ago, Fred Wild Elementary
Four students sit at tables solving math problems.
Two students work to solve math problem posted on ghost. The ghost is taped to a coach.
Student opens a bag with a prize inside.
Student is solving a math problem. The math problem is glued to a cut out ghost that is taped to the wall.
Two students sit at a desk solving math problems.
Student is solving a math problem. The math problem is glued to a cut out ghost that is taped to the wall.
Two students are solving a math problem. The math problem is glued to a cut out ghost that is taped to the wall.
Five students sit on the ground solving math problems on individual sheets of paper.
Student is solving a math problem. The math problem is glued to a cut out ghost that is taped to the wall.
Student is solving a math problem. The math problem is glued to a cut out ghost that is taped to the wall.
🚗📚 Chevy Back to School!

Help support local students in our community!

Now through November 30, test drive a new Chevrolet vehicle, and Chevy will donate $25 on your behalf to support Fred Wild students.

Every test drive helps make brighter futures possible!

Brighter Futures Together! ❤️

Fred Wild Elementary School would like to invite you to come out and take a test drive at Alan Jay Chevrolet GMC Cadillac now through November 30. For each test drive taken, Alan Jay Chevrolet GMC Cadillac will provide $25 in sponsorship dollars to Fred Wild Elementary School on your behalf – up to $500.

This sponsorship is in addition to the sponsorship check we’ve already received from the dealership. When visiting the dealership to take a test drive, make sure you mention Fred Wild Elementary School and the Chevy Back to School program to ensure we receive the credit toward our goal.

We need 16 school supporters to complete test drives so we can earn the full $500 available, so we hope we can count on your help!
5 days ago, Fred Wild Elementary
A colorful Chevrolet Back to School promotional flyer with a black chalkboard background surrounded by school supplies, including notebooks, pencils, crayons, paper clips, an apple, a ruler, an eraser, and a blue backpack. Large text reads “Chevy Back to School.” Below, the flyer states: “Test drive a new Chevrolet vehicle now through November 30, and Chevy will donate $25 on your behalf to support local students in your community!” A yellow sticky note in the upper-right corner reads, “Brighter Futures Together!” with a hand-drawn heart.

NOVEMBER'S RESILIENCY WORD OF THE MONTH: GRATITUDE

What is Gratitude?

Being thankful and sharing appreciation with others.

TIPS FOR PARENTS

Encourage your child to identify different ways they can express gratitude. For example, your child can:

  • Make time to help others.

  • Write a note or card to someone who has helped them.

  • Share their appreciation with others.

CHAT ABOUT IT!

Talk to your child about what they are thankful for, and share what you are thankful for with them.

Taking time to recognize the good things in our lives and showing appreciation for others helps children develop gratitude and build resilience.

From the Desk of Mrs. Spencer
FWE Guidance Resource Teacher

5 days ago, SBHC Staff
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Fred Wild Families,
Help us meet our attendance goal! We want 90% of our students to have attended 90% or more of the school year! That means students should miss fewer than 2 days a month on average. When students aren't in class, they aren't learning! We want our Wildcats to be well-educated and have a strong work ethic! Attendance plays a BIG part in this! 🐾💙

🐾 Every Day Matters at Fred Wild Elementary! 🐾

Our schoolwide attendance goal is for 90% of students to attend at least 90% of the school year! That means missing fewer than 18 days throughout the year.

📊 Here's where we stand:

Currently, 71% of our students are meeting our attendance goal.

After 56 school days, approximately 160 students have missed more than 6 days of school.

🌟 A special shout-out to our attendance leaders!

Pre-K: 85% of students are meeting our attendance goal!

5th Grade: 80% of students are meeting our attendance goal!

Way to go, Pre-K and 5th Grade Wildcats! 💙
10 days ago, Patricia Smith
Fred Wild Elementary attendance infographic featuring royal blue, yellow, and pastel colors with a Wildcat paw print decorated with flowers. The school's goal is for 90% of students to attend at least 90% of the school year, meaning they will miss fewer than 18 days. Currently, 71% of students are meeting this goal. After 56 school days, approximately 160 students have missed more than six days. Pre-K and fifth grade are recognized for having the best attendance, with 85% of Pre-K students and 80% of fifth-grade students attending at least 90% of school days so far. The graphic celebrates their success with “Way to Go!” and concludes with the message “Every Day Matters!”
Another big THANK YOU to former Fred Wild teacher, Diana Liles, and Zoila Leon, from the Alpha Delta Kappa Florida Gamma Epsilon Chapter for bringing our teachers and staff some yummy fall treats! (It's not just our students running on a sugar high this week.) 🍬🍫🍭🐾💙
10 days ago, Patricia Smith
A woven basket filled with assorted individually wrapped chocolates and candy sits on a wooden table beside a fall-themed appreciation card. The card reads, “HAPPY FALL! Alpha Delta Kappa, Florida Gamma Epsilon Chapter is a local group of women educators that would like to thank you for your dedication toward building our future leaders.”
Pictured from left to right are Diana Liles, former Fred Wild Elementary teacher; Patricia Smith, Principal of Fred Wild Elementary; Chauncey Allen, Principal’s Secretary; and Zoila Leon, member of Alpha Delta Kappa’s Florida Gamma Epsilon Chapter. The four women smile for a photo in a school hallway. Chauncey holds a card while Zoila holds a decorative gift basket wrapped in clear cellophane.
A huge THANK YOU to the Sebring Elks Lodge, represented by Mrs. Sandy Whidden, and School Board Member Mason Whidden for coordinating and donating school supplies for students and teachers earlier this week! We are so thankful for the generosity of local groups and businesses!
10 days ago, Patricia Smith
Mrs. Whidden, representing the Sebring Elks Lodge (left), Chauncey Allen, Fred Wild Elementary’s Principal’s Secretary (center), and School Board Member Mr. Mason Whidden (right) smile for a photo beside a rolling cart filled with donated school supplies. Mr. and Mrs. Whidden, on behalf of the Sebring Elks Lodge, generously donated the supplies to support students and teachers at Fred Wild Elementary School.
Tomorrow, Friday, October 30th, is our annual Character Parade at Fred Wild Elementary. The parade will start at 8:15am.

Parents attending the parade should park in the front parking lot and will be signed in at the gate to the parent pick-up line parking lot. Please remember to bring a physical government ID. Pictures of IDs will NOT be accepted. Arrive early in order to ensure we get you scanned in, in time for the parade.

Students' costumes should not be scary, bloody, gory, or include weapons or masks. Students should also wear clothes beneath their costume, so that they can easily change after the parade.
11 days ago, Patricia Smith
Colorful Fred Wild Elementary Character Book Parade flyer featuring the school’s Wildcats paw print logo, books, stars, and illustrations of children dressed as different storybook characters. The parade takes place October 30th and begins promptly at 8:15 a.m. Students may dress as their favorite book characters, but costumes must be school-appropriate and age-appropriate. Masks, swords, and gory costumes are not permitted. Parents attending must park in the staff parking lot and show identification.

💙🐾 Principal Appreciation 🐾💙

💙🐾 Principal Appreciation 🐾💙

We had a great week showing our appreciation to our fearless leader at Fred Wild Elementary! Thank you, Ms. Smith, for your willingness to always go above and beyond. We are so grateful for the time, heart, and energy you pour into our school, staff, and students every single day.

We appreciate you! 💙💗🏫

17 days ago, Fred Wild Elementary
Principal Month
🚗 Fred Wild Elementary PTO Test Drive Fundraiser!

Fred Wild Elementary PTO invites families and community members to visit Alan Jay Chevy in Sebring and take a test drive to support our school!

For every test drive completed, Alan Jay Chevy will donate $25 to Fred Wild Elementary PTO, up to a total of $500.

When visiting the dealership, be sure to mention Fred Wild Elementary PTO and the Chevy Back to School Program so your test drive counts toward our fundraiser.

📅 Fundraiser Deadline: Monday, November 30

📍 Location: Alan Jay Chevy Dealership in Sebring, Florida

Thank you for supporting Fred Wild Elementary!
17 days ago, Patricia Smith
Blue and white Fred Wild Elementary PTO Test Drive Event flyer featuring a blue sports car and the Fred Wild Elementary Wildcats paw print logo. The flyer invites community members to test drive a vehicle at Alan Jay Chevy in Sebring. For each test drive, the dealership will donate $25 to Fred Wild Elementary PTO, up to $500. Participants must mention Fred Wild Elementary PTO and the Chevy Back to School Program. The fundraiser ends Monday, November 30.
🐾❤️ FWE RED RIBBON WEEK ❤️🐾

📅 October 26–30

🦸‍♂️ Be a Hero, Stay Drug Free! 🦸‍♀️

Join us for Red Ribbon Week as we celebrate making healthy, drug-free choices! ❤️🎗️

🔴 MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 — Red Out: Stay Drug Free!
Everyone wears red to start Red Ribbon Week off strong! ❤️👕

🎨 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27 — Be You Day!
Wear a shirt that represents your favorite hobby or color! 🌈🎨

🏈 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28 — Team Up for Your Future!
Wear your favorite team jersey or matching colors with friends! 🤝💙

🚀 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 — Future Hero Day!
Dress for your future career or wear college gear! 👩‍⚕️👨‍🚒🎓

👻 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 — Drugs Are Scary!
Join us for the character parade! 🎭 Please remember: No scary costumes! Bring a change of clothes to wear after the parade. 👕🎒

🎗️ Let's work together to make healthy choices and stay drug free! ❤️🐾

#FWERedRibbonWeek #BeAHeroStayDrugFree
19 days ago, Fred Wild Elementary
Red Ribbon Week
Tomorrow is early release day! Students who have paid to participate in Rock the Crocs may wear their crocs to school tomorrow. You can still pay to participate tomorrow and every early release day🐊🐊
26 days ago, Fred Wild Elementary
Rock the Crocs
Join us on Friday, October 30th for our Character Costume Parade!

Students:
Costumes should be appropriate for school - no masks, gore, or weapons. Please wear school clothes under your costume.

Parents:
The parade will begin at 8:15am, so please arrive early and make sure to have a physical government ID. Pictures on phones will not be permitted. Please park in the staff parking lot. You will be scanned on to campus at the gate that leads to the parent pick-up area.
27 days ago, Patricia Smith
Character Book Parade: On October 30th Students can dress up as their favorite character from a book. Attire must be school appropriate: masks, swords, or gory costumes are not permitted. Parents must park in the staff parking lot for this event and must show ID. Parade will start promptly at 8:15am.
🌟 Students of the Month – September 🌟

Huge congratulations to our September Students of the Month at Fred Wild Elementary! These outstanding students went above and beyond by spreading kindness across our school. Thank you for showing everyone what true kindness looks like! 💙🐾🎉
28 days ago, Fred Wild Elementary
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Boo Bash Dance Canceled

Unfortunately, due to low ticket sales, our Spooktacular Boo Bash Dance scheduled for Thursday, October 29, has been canceled.

Families who have already purchased tickets will receive refunds.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to celebrating with our Wildcat families at future events!
28 days ago, Patricia Smith
Graphic stating Spooktacular Boo Bash Dance Canceled
We would like to extend a big thank you to Sheriff Blackman for swearing in and pinning our 2026-2027 Safety Patrol students. We are also super proud of each of our Safety Patrolers. They are already doing a fantastic job keeping Fred Wild safe and running smoothly!
about 1 month ago, Patricia Smith
Sherrif Paul Blackman pins a safety patrol student and Lieutenant Gunn hands out Sheriff's Department challenge coins to other safety patrolers.
Sherrif Blackman swearing in the 2026-2027 Safety Patrol students at Fred Wild Elementary
Sheriff Paul Blackman pins the Safety Patrol Captain at the pinning ceremony
Sheriff Blackman, Lieutenant Gunn, Mrs. Kaseman, and Fred Wild administrators pose with the 2026-2027 Fred Wild Elementary Safety Patrol students.

October’s Resiliency Word of the Month: Honesty

This month’s Resiliency Word of the Month is Honesty, defined simply as telling the truth.

Here are three quick tips for parents to help foster honesty at home:

  • Recognize and celebrate instances of honesty: Acknowledge when your child shares something they are struggling with or tells you the truth about a mistake that might upset you.

  • Praise truth-telling, even when it’s hard: Reaffirm their effort with positive phrases like, "It’s brave to be honest—I’m proud of you for telling me."

  • Chat about it: Share a personal story about a time when telling the truth was difficult for you and why it ended up being the best decision.

— From the Desk of Mrs. Spencer, FWE Guidance Resource Teacher

about 1 month ago, Patricia Smith
October's resiliency word of the month: honesty, telling the truth. Tips for Parents: Recognize and celebrate instances when your child displays the trait of honesty. FOr example, when your child tells you something he or she is struggling with or when your child tells you the truth about something he or she did that could upset you as a parent. Praise truth-telling, even when it's hard: celebrate when your child tells the truth, especially if it's uncomfortable. "It's brave to be honest." "I'm proud of you for telling me." Chat about it: Explain a time when it was difficult for you to tell the truth and why being honest was the best decision. From the desk of Mrs. Spencer FWE Guidance Resource Teacher