Welcome To The World’s Greatest Elementary School Taft-Galloway
Mission Statement
The vision of Taft-Galloway Elementary is to create an engaging and safe school that inspires growth and learning for all
Vision
Taft-Galloway takes PRIDE in being:
Productive
Role models for others
Individuals
Dedicated to learning
Exceptional leaders.
Taft-Galloway Latest News
Subscribe to RSS Feed for Taft-Galloway Latest NewsTaft Tiger Newsletter: April Edition
Farewell to Mrs. Alicia Donahee and Welcome Ms. LaDonna Walker!
We are grateful to Mrs. Alicia Donahee for her dedicated service as our secretary over the past few years; her hard work and commitment have been vital to our school community, and we wish her the very best in her next chapter. At the same time, it is an absolute pleasure to extend an extremely warm welcome to our new secretary, Ms. LaDonna Walker. We are thrilled to have her join our team and can’t wait for her to experience the heart and energy of the "World's Greatest Elementary School."
Important Dates & Reminders:
- April 29: No School for Students (Staff Professional Development)
- M-STEP Testing: Assessment season for grades 3–5 begins this month.
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Care Solace Article: Enjoy Summer
Hello, Summer!
As the sun starts to shine brighter and the days grow longer, it's the perfect time to pause, recharge, and soak up all the goodness that summer has to offer. While you're planning your adventures, be sure to make space for your mental and emotional well-being, too.
Sinking Fund Renewal on the August 4, 2026 Ballot
Wayne-Westland Community Schools will have an initiative on the August 4, 2026, ballot asking voters to consider a renewal of the district’s Sinking Fund.
Meet Up and Eat Up Program Details
Wayne-Westland Schools announces the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program for children.
Free meals will be made available for children 18 years of age and under or persons up to age 26 who are enrolled in an educational program for the mentally or physically disabled that is recognized by a state or local public educational agency. The meals will be provided without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service.
Meals will be provided Monday through Thursday only at the sites listed below. No program June 29 - July 3, 2026. Look for the Meet Up and Eat Up sign posted at the entrance.
Meet Up and Eat Up Program Flyer
Wayne-Westland Community Schools 2026 Summer Food Service Programs
Additional Kindergarten Roundup Dates Available Coming Up
- Wednesday, April 15th 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Hamilton Elementary
- Thursday, April 30th 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Walker-Winter Elementary
- Thursday, May 7th 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - P.D. Graham Elementary
- Tuesday, June 9th 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Wildwood Elementary
In case you were unable to attend our Kindergarten Round-Up, Wayne-Westland Community Schools will host Young 5s & Kindergarten Registration Nights. Please see our Kindergarten and Young 5s page for more details.
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Administration
Contact Us
Taft-Galloway Elementary
4035 Gloria
Wayne, MI 48184
Phone: 734-419-2760
Fax: 734-595-2588
Attendance Line: 734-419-2767
Student Hours
Full Day: 9:10 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
AM Half Day: 9:10 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
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9 June
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Half Day (Y5-12 Students) Last Day of ClassesDate: Jun 9Calendar: District Calendar
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16 June
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BUSting with Learning - Stottlemyer 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMBUSting with Learning - StottlemyerDate: Jun 16Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMLocation: Stottlemyer Early Childhood 34801 Marquette Westland, MI 48185Cost: FREECalendar: District Calendar
The Wayne-Westland BUSting with Learning Bus is back again on Tuesdays and Wednesdays this summer! Stop by any location during the time slot for some free learning activities for students in PreK-5th grade. Please note activities during each theme will not change so you only need to attend one location for each rotation.Check out the schedule here: www.wwcsd.net/BUSting2026
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BUSting with Learning - Wildwood Elementary 11:30 AM to 1:00 PMBUSting with Learning - Wildwood ElementaryDate: Jun 16Time: 11:30 AM to 1:00 PMLocation: Wildwood Elementary 500 N. Wildwood, Westland, MI 48185Cost: FREECalendar: District Calendar
The Wayne-Westland BUSting with Learning Bus is back again on Tuesdays and Wednesdays this summer! Stop by any location during the time slot for some free learning activities for students in PreK-5th grade. Please note activities during each theme will not change so you only need to attend one location for each rotation.Check out the schedule here: www.wwcsd.net/BUSting2026
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BUSting with Learning - Hamilton Elementary 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMBUSting with Learning - Hamilton ElementaryDate: Jun 16Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMLocation: Hamilton Elementary, 1031 Schuman, Westland, MI 48186Cost: FREECalendar: District Calendar
The Wayne-Westland BUSting with Learning Bus is back again on Tuesdays and Wednesdays this summer! Stop by any location during the time slot for some free learning activities for students in PreK-5th grade. Please note activities during each theme will not change so you only need to attend one location for each rotation.Check out the schedule here: www.wwcsd.net/BUSting2026
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BUSting with Learning -Schweitzer Elementary 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMBUSting with Learning -Schweitzer ElementaryDate: Jun 17Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMLocation: Schweitzer Elementary, 2601 Treadwell, Westland, MI 48186Cost: FREECalendar: District Calendar
The Wayne-Westland BUSting with Learning Bus is back again on Tuesdays and Wednesdays this summer! Stop by any location during the time slot for some free learning activities for students in PreK-5th grade. Please note activities during each theme will not change so you only need to attend one location for each rotation.Check out the schedule here: www.wwcsd.net/BUSting2026
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