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Hello Ford Students and Families!
We are currently in the final stretch of our school year, and it has been an amazing year with remarkable outcomes. At this point, our students have accounted for 3624 post-secondary credentials earned. A total of 5012 work-based learning experiences for our Career and Technical Education (CTE) students. These experiences have included presentations, field trips, industry professional evaluations, job shadowing, job opportunities, and pre-apprentice programs. It's truly incredible!
Additionally, we have 66 students pursuing apprenticeship programs, 78 students enrolled in certificate programs, 132 students working towards associate degrees, 298 students aiming for bachelor's degrees, and 184 students entering the workforce directly. This represents a diverse mix of students, each on their unique pathway.
Knowing that our students have their "next steps" in place is outstanding. I hope the energy and enthusiasm continue, and that their passion and determination lead to successful opportunities. I genuinely look forward to hearing about their achievements!
Kind regards,
Stephanie Bigelow, M.A., L.P.C.
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Dear Wayne-Westland staff and families,
As part of the District’s continued commitment to transparency and providing updates regarding Wayne-Westland Community Schools, we are reaching out today to let you know about the Board of Education’s intentions related to identifying our next superintendent and advancing the educational goals of the District.
Administration

Contact Us
William D. Ford Career-Technical Center
36455 Marquette
Westland, MI 48185Phone: 734-419-2100
Fax: 734-595-2265
Office Hours
7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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30 July
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BUSting with Learning - Bright Futures at Franklin 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMBUSting with Learning - Bright Futures at FranklinDate: Jul 30Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMLocation: Franklin Middle School 33555 Annapolis Street Wayne, MI 48184Cost: FREECalendar: District Calendar
Rescheduled from 6.28.23
Wayne-Westland Community Schools is loading up the buses with books, school supplies, games and much more. Throughout the summer, kindergarten through 8th grade students can visit the bus for FREE hands-on activities and cool stuff at each stop. Check out the schedule here: https://tinyurl.com/9xf54b3e
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BUSting with Learning - Taft-Galloway Elementary 11:00 AM to 12:30 PMBUSting with Learning - Taft-Galloway ElementaryDate: Jul 30Time: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PMLocation: Taft-Galloway Elementary 4035 Gloria, Wayne, MI 48184Cost: FREECalendar: District Calendar
Wayne-Westland Community Schools is loading up the buses with books, school supplies, games and much more. Throughout the summer, kindergarten through 8th grade students can visit the bus for FREE hands-on activities and cool stuff at each stop. Check out the schedule here: https://tinyurl.com/9xf54b3e
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BUSting with Learning - Roosevelt-McGrath Elementary 11:30 AM to 1:00 PMBUSting with Learning - Roosevelt-McGrath ElementaryDate: Jul 30Time: 11:30 AM to 1:00 PMLocation: Roosevelt-McGrath Elementary 36075 Currier, Wayne, MI 48184Cost: FREECalendar: District Calendar
Wayne-Westland Community Schools is loading up the buses with books, school supplies, games and much more. Throughout the summer, kindergarten through 8th grade students can visit the bus for FREE hands-on activities and cool stuff at each stop. Check out the schedule here: https://tinyurl.com/9xf54b3e
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26 August
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First Day of Classes - Half Day (K-12 Students)Date: Aug 26Calendar: District Calendar
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29 August
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No School (Labor Day Recess)Date: Aug 29Calendar: District Calendar
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