The Tiger Times
November 22, 2019
West Newton Elementary
Email: sstrube@decaturproud.org
Website: decaturproud.org/westnewtonelementary
Location: West Newton Elementary School, 7529 Mooresville Road, Indianapolis, IN, United States
Phone: (317)856-5237
Twitter: @WNTIGERS
MISSION
VISION
A Note from your Principal
Dear West Newton families,
Our Rock focus (school goals) for this quarter have been:
· Content Vocabulary – clearly defining what our state standards are asking students to do
· Interventions – meeting the needs of each student
· Engagement – what learning looks like for our students
Students and staff are looking forward to our Thanksgiving Break with our families as the brief respite helps everyone recharge as we prepare for the end of the semester. I am thankful for the wonderful community of West Newton Elementary and the amazing families. Thank you for sharing your student with us and I wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving!
With Tiger Pride,
Principal Strube
GYM NEWS
From the gym…
This month, in November, we’re doing a three-week unit on team handball. It’s an Olympic sport and plays somewhat like a combination of basketball and soccer. Many of the students enjoy this unit. If you would like to see what team handball is about, check out this YouTube video link of the USA Team Handball team: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6RcTHNlxto.
Finally, November is a time of reflecting on the many blessings that we’re grateful for, and one of those blessings at the top of my list is our students. They make me smile, laugh, challenge me, and sometimes grow my patience, but I can’t imagine being anywhere else. Thank you for sharing your children with me! I’m honored and humbled by your trust! Mrs. W
A NOTE FROM THE NURSE
The days are getting chillier as fall continues to winter! It is VERY important that your children are dressing appropriately to prevent any health issues related to the cold! Please make sure they are coming to school with a jacket/coat as they will still continue to go outdoors for recess if weather permits. As the temperature continues to drop, please also make sure your child has appropriate head gear on such as stocking caps and/or scarfs (FYI-heat is released thru your head)! Also make sure they are wearing gloves during very low temperatures to help prevent frost bite! Remember, just because it’s not snowing does not mean the cold cannot do damage to your little ones!! As always, THANK YOU for helping to keep all our tiger cubs healthy and ready to learn! J
Paige Ison, RN
THANKSGIVING BREAK ~ NO SCHOOL
Yearbook Student Activities Picture Day ~ December 4, 2019
Winter Concert ~ December 12, 2019
POPCORN FRIDAY ~ 12/13/19
LOST and FOUND
West Newton PTO ~ Events at a Glance
DECEMBER
Saturday, 7th / 9:00 - 1:00 - - - Winter Wonderland
Monday 9th - Friday 13th / 8:30 - 1:30 - - - Secret Santa Shop
Friday, 13th / 6:00 - 8:00 - - - Movie Night
JANUARY
Tuesday, 7th @ 6pm - - - PTO Meeting
Friday, 17th / 6:00 - 8:00 - - - Movie Night
DCHS Baseball Winter Clinic
HOMEWORK HIGHLIGHTS
Practice equals mastery ~ students will gain confidence and show success in the classroom. If you need help with ideas and/or strategies, contact your child's teacher.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
To complete the volunteer form now - click here
The application can also be found at www.decaturproud.org
Click on the tab 'Families', then 'Volunteer' to submit an electronic form.
Don't have a computer, not a problem. Volunteer forms are available in the school office.
For more information contact:
Bev O'Toole 317-241-0183 or botoole@msddecatur.k12.in.us
NOW HIRING SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
Our students need you!
*We CDL Train*
Contact our Transportation Department
317-856-8060 or apply online at http://www.decaturproud.org/
Decatur Township Library Cards
Decatur Township has entered into a partnership with the Indianapolis Public Library. Through this partnership, every year we provide the library with a list of our students, and they match the list with their database of patrons. If a student does not currently have a library card, they will be issued one. This program has been very successful in our schools and in other districts in Indianapolis.
The special card students receive will give them access to all of the library’s digital materials, such as databases of magazine and journal articles, downloadable ebooks, emagazines and audio books. In addition, it will give them very limited access to physical items, such as regular books. Of course, you can change this to a full access card by visiting your library. This is an outstanding opportunity for your student. If for any reason you do not wish for your child to participate, please contact our school office for paperwork to opt out.
Any questions or concerns about the program can be directed to Lynn Hodgkin, Elementary Media Coordinator, at 317-856-2221.
CANVAS Parent Instructions
DECATUR PROUD LICENSE PLATES
BOX TOPS for EDUCATION
Clipping Box Tops for Education is an easy way to help earn cash for our school. Each one is worth 10¢ for our school! Just look for the pink Box Tops on hundreds of products. All you have to do is clip them and send them to school. Your child can earn personal rewards and rewards for their class or grade level when they bring in Box Tops! For more information on Box Tops, including a list of participating products, go to BTFE.com. Be sure to sign up as a member (it’s free!) so you can check out our school’s earnings details and get access to coupons and bonus offers. You can also download the Box Tops Bonus App to earn even more money for our school.
Thank you for your support!