❄️All events at Wright Elementary have been cancelled for tonight (12/11/25). There will be no 2nd/3rd musical tonight. Please stay safe and warm! ❄️
❄️It’s time for the Wright Jets’ 10 Days of Celebration!❄️
Remember to check our dress-up schedule as we countdown to winter break! Let’s finish 2025 with reindeer fun and holiday cheer! 💚✈️
👉 Share your appreciation of staff members here: https://forms.gle/EWLQBV8yB2MoUkx5A
Submit by Friday, November 14th
💚🇺🇸 Wright Elementary Veterans Day Program 🇺🇸💚
Yesterday, Wright Elementary students proudly led a special Veterans Day program in partnership with the Shelby County High School MCJROTC and choir. The event concluded with all students performing two musical pieces in unison to honor our veteran guests. Veterans in attendance left with a student made card as a heartfelt thank-you for their service. ❤️🤍💙
💚✈️At Wright Elementary, our amazing staff go above and beyond to support students and create a positive environment every day and we want to celebrate them! ✈️💚
If a teacher, paraeducator, speech pathologist, nurse, custodian, bus driver, counselor, office staff, administrator, etc.. has made a difference for your student or our community, we’d love to hear about it!
👉 Share your appreciation or a special story here:
https://forms.gle/EWLQBV8yB2MoUkx5A
Submit by Friday, November 14th
Because recognition matters, let’s show our staff how valued they are! 🙌
En la escuela primaria Wright, nuestro increíble personal se esfuerza al máximo para apoyar a los estudiantes y crear un ambiente positivo todos los días, ¡y queremos celebrarlo!
Si algún profesor, auxiliar docente, logopeda, enfermero, conserje, conductor de autobús, orientador, personal administrativo, etc., ha marcado la diferencia para su hijo o nuestra comunidad, ¡nos encantaría saberlo!
👉 Comparte aquí tu agradecimiento o una historia especial:
https://forms.gle/EWLQBV8yB2MoUkx5A
Fecha límite de entrega: viernes 14 de noviembre
¡Porque el reconocimiento importa, demostremos a nuestro personal lo valiosos que son!🙌
Creativity takes center stage with Mrs. McEmber, our incredible Music Teacher and Head of Drama! She is always dreaming up new and exciting ways to showcase our Jets’ talents. Whether she’s directing a show-stopping musical or performing in the community, Mrs. McEmber’s passion, skill, and dedication shine brightly for all to see.
We are so thankful for her commitment to inspiring our students and encouraging every Jet to soar to new heights! 💚✈️
🎀Red Ribbon Week- October 27th-31st🎀
✈️💚Lets celebrate making safe choices!! 💚✈️
Monday, October 27th- From Head to Toe, I’m Drug-Free!
- Everyone wears crazy hair and silly socks!
Wednesday, October 29th- We’re RED-y to live Drug-Free!
- Wear red to support making healthy choices!
Friday, October 31st- Learning is My Superpower- I’m Too Smart to Start Drugs!
- Let’s have a vocabulary parade! Each student will create a costume to illustrate their word. The student’s outfit can be any creative interpretation of his or her word. Please ensure costumes are appropriate for school and allow for easy movement. NO WEAPONS, MASKS, or OVERLY SCARY elements should be included.
🎭 Calling all 2nd–5th grade Wright Elementary actors!🎭
Don’t miss this fantastic audition opportunity for The Best Christmas Pageant Ever at Shelby County High School!
Auditions will be held Thursday, October 9th, from 4:00–5:30 PM at the SCHS Auditorium. No preparation needed, just come ready to shine!
Let’s see our talented Jets take the stage! 💚✈️
Today, we give a huge THANK YOU to the incredible custodians who keep our beloved old school spotless, safe, and welcoming every single day. Your hard work often happens behind the scenes, but its impact is felt everyday.
From early mornings to late nights, you go above and beyond to make sure our learning environment is clean, cared for, and ready for anything. Your dedication, kindness, and attention to detail do not go unnoticed and we are truly grateful. 💚 ✈️ 🤍
Mr. Green's dedication to the students, staff, and families at Wright Elementary is truly unwavering. He places a strong emphasis on academic growth and student engagement, always striving to create meaningful learning experiences. Beyond the academics, he leads with heart and purpose, consistently working to make Wright the very best it can be for every student.
Thank you Mr. Green for all you do! 💚✈️🤍
💚✈️ Today, Wright Elementary wants to send a HUGE thank you to our amazing PTO!! Whether organizing events and fundraising or supporting teachers and creating lasting memories for our students, your dedication, time, and heart make a world of difference in our school.
We are so grateful for everything you do to help our students soar! 💚✈️
Wear Navy and\or Gold tomorrow (Friday Sept. 19th) to support SCHS homecoming!!💙💛🚀
PRINCIPAL PERSPECITVE: Seth Green is excited about what's going on at Wright Elementary School. Every year, they find new ways to expand learning outside of the classroom, as well as inviting families into their students' learning environment. Find out about what's on the horizon for the Jets as Mr. Green gives us an behind the scenes look in this week's "PRINCIPAL PERSPECTIVE".
We are blasting off into a night of fun, friendship, and fabulous storytelling — TONIGHT in our very own New York City (a.k.a. Wright Elementary) for Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All!
Join us from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM as we dive into the whimsical world of Magnolia and her sock-tacular adventures with her quirky crew of pals!
Get ready for excitement, laughter, and a whole lot of unfolding magic — we can’t wait to see YOU!
Our pilots (aka Mr. Green and Mr. Hash) have a message for you:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BZ53V9E_lrhbGMYbOei7vnNpB95EcxEa/view
One School, One Book Kick Off will take place at Wright Elementary on August 26th at 6pm. Join us in this interactive experience as we explore New York City with the characters from Magnolia Wu Unfolds it All!
Dr. Matthews welcomes Shelby County Public Schools back for a wonderful school year! Watch the recap at the link below.
Link (YouTube)