The W.T. White Feeder Pattern continues to have multiple reasons to celebrate! Wesley Stoker, a student at Wither’s Elementary, won first place in the MLK Oratory Competition. I hope you take time to listen to his awesome speech. I was honored to be present when he competed. He was amazing!

We also have reason to celebrate our 200 applications submitted to apply for our 2nd year in the collegiate academy at WTW HS. Students have the opportunity to graduate with an associate degree along with a high school diploma.

In addition, the new PreK wing at Nathan Adams is complete. We will have a ribbon cutting soon and we invite all of our community to attend. Adams also has the district tuition based PreK program on their campus. Parents need to come see the opportunities we have waiting for their children!

One of our biggest advocates in the WTW Feeder, Louisa Myers, has helped us create a college going community in our elementary schools by helping coordinate shirts for every school. The Graduate Together program gives elementary students the understanding that they will graduate high school and the importance of higher education.

Last but certainly not least, we want to thank our amazing Trustee Dr. Flores. Without his vision and support we would not be able to accomplish the great things occurring across ALL of our schools. His support is unmeasurable!

Melody

• Monday, February 5 - Preschool Story Time 10:00 11:00 in the library. All community Preschool aged children are invited to attend.
• Tuesday, February 6 - PTA Meeting, and 1st grade program. 6:00 -7:00 in the auditorium.
• Friday, February 9 - Nathan Adams Family Dance. 6:00 - 8:00 in the gym.
• Tuesday, February 13 - Parent University. 8:30 - 10:00 in the auditorium.
• Thursday, February 15 - Spirit Night at Penne Pomodoro 11551 Preston Road. Let them know you are there to support Nathan Adams and a portion on the proceeds will come back to the campus.
• Thursday, February 22 - Family Math Night. 5:30 - 6:30.
• Friday, February 23 - Coffee with the Principal. 8:30 - 9:15 in the library.

On Friday 1/27 we had our Coffee with the Principal where the topics discussed were:

-Attendance

-Student morning arrival

-Homework/Tutoring

-Parent Portal

-Student Achievement

We also celebrated our Principal Mr. Almaraz’ birthday along with the parents that attended.

Update about uniforms for next year: Students will follow the color scheme. The crest will not be required for next year, but will be required the following year.

*We will be requiring all students to wear a uniform shirt, pants, shorts, or jumpers (khaki,black,navy)

6th-white

7th-gray

8th-Royal blue

*ALL outerwear will need to be gray with no hood.

*Students will utilize zipper binders instead of backpacks. Girls will be able to carry a small purse, and students who bring clothes for athletic (etc) will be able to bring a bag to put in their locker in the locker room.

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