Westridge Family Notes
Westridge Elementary School | October 29, 2021
Learning Highlights
Many students enjoyed a StoryWalk outside of Westridge on Friday, October 29th. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
We read, The Tree Lady: The True Story of How One Tree-Loving Woman Changed a City Forever and discussing how Kate showed our Leader in Me trait Begin With the End in Mind. I invite you to ask your child about the StoryWalk on Friday.
A special thank you to Mrs. James for organizing this opportunity!
6th graders helped display the StoryWalk for students!
Scholastic: Kids and Cases Book Fair
We’re excited to invite students to our upcoming Scholastic Book Fair. Hosted by our staff, this event is an opportunity for students of all ages to build their home libraries and further their love of reading. As always, all purchases benefit our school.
Thank you - Mrs. James: Teacher Librarian
Arrival Procedures & Parking Lot
As the weather gets colder, we would like to remind all parents to pull all the way up when dropping off or picking up their children Students should be ready to exit their vehicle, backpack in hand, when their car stops. A quick exit helps to move cars through the line efficiently.
Parking Lot: Please be mindful of the handicap parking in the northwest parking lot. The Operations Department will be repainting the designated areas, and adjusting the signage. There are families and students that need access to those spaces for both the arrival and dismissal times.
Thank you for your support.
Support WR!
Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support Westridge Elementary. Come in to the Chipotle at 490 S 68th St Ste 110 in West Des Moines on Monday, November 15th between 5:00pm and 9:00pm. Bring in this flyer, show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier you’re supporting the cause to make sure that 33% of the proceeds will be donated to Westridge Elementary.
PTA Message
1st & 3rd Wednesday
The third Wednesday of the month, we encourage staff and students to wear Westridge attire or school colors.
Early Dismissals
Don't forget...every Wednesday is an early dismissal at 3:10 pm. This includes the first day of school. Please make necessary arrangements.
Upcoming Dates:
November 2: Fall picture re-takes
Westridge Elementary School
Beth Brewer, Principal
Jeannette Barnes, Assistant Principal
Website: https://www.wdmcs.org/schools/westridge/
Location: 5500 E.P. True Parkway, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Phone: 515-633-5400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wdmwestridge