Spry Newsletter
February 22nd
Spry Events
February 18-22 - Winter Break - No School
February 25 - 5th Grade Parent Meeting (6:30 pm Spry Aud)
March 1 - Spry Charity Basketball Game (7:00 pm @Schroeder Gym)
March 8 - Spry Musical- Guys and Dolls 7:30 pm @ Spry
March 9- Spry Musical -Guys and Dolls Matinee 2:30 pm @ Spry
March 9 - Spry Musical - Guys and Dolls 7:30 pm @ Spry
March 14 - Spry Jazz Concert @ WSHS
March 18 - Spry Small Ensemble concert 7:00 pm @ Spry
March 22 - March Break NO SCHOOL K-12
NEW Parent Portal Link
After the recent upgrades to Infinite Campus, the link for the parent/student portal has also changed. The new link is:
https://websterny.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/webster.jsp
Spry Drama Production GUYS AND DOLLS JR
SPIRIT WEEK
Mock Interview Volunteers Needed
2nd Marking Period Report Cards
Now that the first semester is complete, WCSD’s parents can print their child’s report card via the Infinite Campus Parent & Student Portal.
First-semester report cards can be printed by all parents, K-12. Here’s how:
Visiting https://infinitecampus.webster.websterschools.net/campus/portal/webster.jsp
Log in to the portal using your credentials
Select your student
For Grades 6 - 12
From the left-hand side menu, select REPORTS
Select the Q2 REPORT CARD for 6-12
Click on the print icon to print your child’s report card.
If you have never logged on to the portal, please contact ICPortal@webstercsd.org. If you would like to receive a paper copy of your child's report card, please contact your school’s main office. Should you have any questions or challenges regarding the portal, please contact ICportal@webstercsd.org.
SCHOOL NOTIFICATIONS
As a reminder, WCSD uses the Infinite Campus Parent & Student Portal Messenger system to send important emails, phone calls, and texts throughout the year, including school closings. Please note that your carrier’s message and data rates may apply if you choose the optional text option. Parents may update email information for their child(ren) through the portal by clicking on the Contact Preferences tab. The tab enables parents to decide the ways they receive important school and district messages and the types of messages they wish to receive. Any changes to existing Parent & Student Portal home address or phone numbers must be made by contacting your school’s administrative offices.
Individuals who need their IC activation code of who have questions should contact ICPortal@webstercsd.org.
NOTE FROM THE NURSE
A reminder about Pertussis (Whooping Cough): Pertussis is always present in the community and usually starts to increase at about the same time as the flu. If your child develops a persistent cough that becomes worse over time, he/she should be evaluated by his/her physician so that the appropriate tests are performed and treatment is initiated.
Students suspected of having Pertussis should not attend school until lab test results come back negative, or for positive results, the student has completed the entire course of antibiotics and has been fever-free for at least 24 hours without the assistance of fever-reducing medication. Pertussis most often occurs in infants and younger children who frequently acquire the disease from older siblings, adolescents, and adults who have a mild disease. While Pertussis most frequently occurs in unvaccinated or under-vaccinated children, it also occurs in school-age children and adults who have had the recommended Pertussis immunizations. For more information: refer to this link to the DOH Fact Sheet: http://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/pertussis/fact_sheet.htm
Washington DC Trip Information
Parent Information - Vaping
Vaping and possession of vaping paraphernalia are not allowed at Spry Middle School; consequences for violating this school rule start with suspension from school and the possible loss of athletics or co-curricular activities. We appreciate the partnership we have with you and ask for your help in educating your child about the health consequences of vaping and to keep these harmful materials out of our schools.
What is Vaping? Inhaling the water vapor produced from a battery-powered, electronic device which heats a flavored e-liquid contained within the device. The e-liquid may contain varying concentrations of nicotine or THC oil (Marijuana).
What are the risks?
- E-liquids (whether containing nicotine or not) contain harmful chemicals; vapor contains chemicals known to cause cancer
- Nicotine is highly addictive and can damage the developing brain
- Less than 1/2 tsp of nicotine-containing e-liquid can be fatal to a toddler
- Youth who vape are more likely to use other tobacco products in the future
Did You Know?
- Vapor contains cancer-causing chemicals (i.e. formaldehyde) and heavy metals (i.e. nickel)
- Up until late 2016, vaping products (devices and liquids) were not regulated by the FDA
- Vaping products are illegal to sell to youth under 21 (18 in some towns), but can be easily purchased online
- Vaping is a $2.5 billion dollar industry in the US; $125 million is spent on advertising—much of it geared toward youth
- 7,700+ e-liquid flavorings exist—many appealing to kids including fruity, candy or bubblegum flavorings; 85% of e-cigarette users aged 12 –17 use flavored e-liquids
- Vaping devices can be used for other drugs like cannabinoids