Wilson September 2023 eNews
September 2023
Important back to school information
Prepare for the upcoming school year, complete back to school verification now
It’s important that families also login to complete back to school forms online before the first day of school. (Also known as “Back to school verification.”) This step ensures that our school has access to emergency contact information for the safety of each student, and allows you to access important class schedules and teacher assignments, attendance, school handbooks, progress reports and grades in the coming weeks.
If you need help finding your login/password, call 763-506-HELP for assistance.
Parents and guardians, for the safety of our students and patrols, please review our dismissal map below. PLEASE NOTE - there is NO parking on Sunny Lane. To pick up students, please drive through the parent pick up line (option #1) or park at Sunny Acres and walk to pick up your student (option #2). Parent pick up students will remain by door #2 until picked up by a parent/guardian. Thank you for keeping our students safe!
Upcoming events
Sep. 5 - First Day of School
Sep. 14 - Family Welcome Back & Curriculum Night (5:00-5:30, 5:30-6:00 in classrooms - 6:00-7:30 outside in back)
Sep. 27 - Fall Individual Picture Day
Oct. 5 - PTCO Meeting 6:00 - 7:30pm
Oct. 10, 12, 16 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
Oct. 18 - 20 - No School
Oct. 27 - Halloween Big Parade of Little People
A message from the principal
Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year!
We are looking forward to a great start to our school year and welcoming back all of our Whirlwinds!
Please mark down Thursday, September 14 on your calendars. We have our annual Welcome Back Night for all families. From 5:00-5:30 and 5:30-6:00, you will go to your student's classroom and hear from the teacher about this upcoming school year. You will also get a meal ticket in the classroom. From 6:00-7:30, you will be able to come out back and get food (free with the meal ticket), have fun on the playground, talk with staff, dance to the DJ music and celebrate the kick-off to our school year with our community. It is always a fun event and we can't wait to see everyone. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs to find a spot on the grass to enjoy the evening.
Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend,
Chris Forrest, Principal
Wilson Elementary
Cellphone policy
There are no cellphones or smart watches allowed at Wilson during the school day (9:10-4:00).
We understand that some families may want their student to have a cellphone or smart watch for before or after school. These devices are a distraction to student learning. If a student has a cellphone or smart watch, they will be required to turn it in to the main office for safekeeping during the school day. They will be able to pick it up at the end of the day.
Attendance information
Student absences can be reported via the Web (you will need to know your parent account information) or via the ParentVUE Mobile App. Follow these instructions to report an absence.
You will still be able to contact the attendance line at 763-506-4706 to report an absence 24/7.
If your student will be late or absent, you must enter attendance online or by calling in order to have your students' absence counted as excused.
Each day that your student will be late or absent, you must enter attendance online or call the attendance line in order to have your students' absence counted as excused. Please DO NOT email your child's teacher with attendance information.
Wilson PTCO News
School voices, opinions, ideas WANTED!
Help us kick off the school year by sending the PTCO your email so that you can be contacted for ONE TIME volunteer events or attend a PTCO meetings(October 5th, November 2nd, January 4th, February 1st, April 4th, May 2nd). Meeting times have changed and are now from 6:00-7:30pm in the Media Center and school age childcare provided.
Have an idea for a family event or fundraiser? We want to hear it!
IMPORTANT Fundraising Information:
APEX Fun Run is back with a Kick Off date of September 26! Apex combines fitness, fundraising and leadership into a powerful united event that builds your funds and your students’ character education.
Funds from Apex help support
*classroom resources for teachers
*T-shirts for all students
*Movie Night
*DJ for family engagement nights
*safety patrol supplies and party
*5th grade moving on party & yearbooks
*Teacher appreciation
*End of trimester student celebrations
And lots more...
PTCO will have TWO main fundraisers this year:
APEX (see above)
Art to Remember (https://arttoremember.com/) - custom keepsakes you can order created with your child's artwork. Look for more information from your classroom teacher in November.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement:
● Dinner for teachers: during conferences (October/February) sign up to decorate/set up, bring an item, or clean up. Watch for a sign up genius
● Attend ONE PTCO meeting and have your ideas heard
● Box Top Coordinator: From home help promote and submit box tops for the Box Tops for Education Program
● PTCO Board Secretary: Attend and take notes at the SIX PTCO meetings during the school year
● PTCO Board Vice President: Attend and provide support at the SIX PTCO meetings during the school year
Questions contact Vanessa Lark: wilsonanokaptco@gmail.com
Volunteer news
Wilson needs Volunteers! Wilson needs you!!
Please take a few minutes to fill out the volunteer paperwork for Wilson
Wilson Volunteer Application & Background Check Release Form
I look forward to working with you this school year.
Parenting education and family resources
Anoka-Hennepin offers parenting classes and resources. Supporting Wilson as our Parent Educator is Nichol Michels. Additional information and resources can be found on our district web page.
Hello!
With summer ending, families are having to restart their routines to help their days run more smoothly. Whether it is their morning, afternoon or evening routine, here is September's Parent Press on Routines. Hopefully this parent press offers ideas and strategies for families to jump start their school year!
Regards,
Nichol
Wilson students/family apparel
Wilson apparel is available to all students and families. There are many fun items to choose from. If interested, please visit our vendor Innovations Plus. Orders can be placed at anytime during the school year.
This e-newsletter is published by Wilson Elementary School, supported by the Anoka-Hennepin communication and public relations department. Questions, comment or concerns about the school e-newsletter? Contact us.