One School One Book!
We hope you are enjoying some quality family time reading "A Boy Called Bat"together. Our hope is that this program will not only provide a common experience for everyone, but that it will promote a love of reading for each child at Whitney Elementary since it is such a vital skill that everyone needs to succeed.
We hope that when we are done with our One School/One Book reading of "A Boy Called Bat" our families will continue to read aloud together each night for 10-15 minutes. The improvement in students' reading skills is amazing when families read together for that little bit of time each night. Take turns choosing titles, use different voices for different characters, have your children read aloud to you on long car trips, or even on the way to and from sports and music practices after school.
Please note: the second week of trivia questions will be due on TUESDAY, MARCH 15th (not on Monday the 14th), since Monday is an asynchronous day.
Mr. Schibley's March Guidance Newsletter
Whitney 2022 Virtual Talent Show
OST Testing Dates for Students in Grades 3, 4 & 5
Spring testing will be here before we know it. We want to provide you with these dates because it is important that your child is in school on their assigned testing date prior to the start of the test. Students tend to do their best when their routine is consistent. We recognize that you are not able to control everything, but if you could be cognizant of these dates when making appointments, coming in late, etc. we would appreciate it. Note: If a child is late to school on a testing day, they are not able to enter the classroom if the test has already started.
***All Testing Starts at 9: 30 a.m.***
ELA - Gr. 3 on Paper March 30th and 31st
ELA - Gr. 4 March 30th and 31st
ELA - Gr. 5 March 30th and 31st
Math - Gr. 3 on Paper April 12th and 13th
Math - Gr. 4 April 12th and 13th
Math - Gr. 5 April 12th and 13th
Science - Gr. 5 April 27th and 28th
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Woo Hoo, Mrs. Kuznik! Mrs. Kuznik is such a fantastic team player! She has stepped up to fill in for Mrs. Fathauer while she is on maternity leave. Even more importantly, when recognized with the Woo Hoo Cart, she danced right along with the kids in the cafeteria. Woo Hoo! | Woo Hoo, Mrs. Shaneyfelt! Mrs. Shaneyfelt is one of our fantastic special education aides. She works with kids throughout the building to support their learning needs. She also coordinates our p.m. carpool lane. Woo Hoo! | Woo Hoo, Mrs. Laux! Mrs. Laux is one of our stupendous second grade teachers. Her students enjoy learning in her classroom and Mrs. Laux's sense of humor. Woo Hoo! |
Woo Hoo, Mrs. Kuznik!
Woo Hoo, Mrs. Shaneyfelt!
Woo Hoo, Mrs. Laux!
Student Council Spirit Days
3/11:Orange Out for Leukemia Awareness (Ties into the Penny Wars_
3/17: Wear Green for St. Patrick's Day
Say Something week:
3/21: Monday-Wear Blue
3/22: Tuesday-Wear Sunglasses
3/23: Wednesday-Wear Clothing with Words
3/24: Thursday-Wear Red
3/25: Friday-Wear Whitney or Strongsville Apparel
Would you like to follow Whitney Elementary on Twitter.... (Repeat Item)
Strongsville Public Library
***Please note the following March 2022 events being held on ZOOM virtually and presented by the Strongsville Branch Library. Registration and an email address are required for all events in order for us to send you the Zoom invitation. Please call (440) 238-5530 to register or for more information. Customers may also visit www.cuyahogalibrary.org to register and to see more library event information.
Cuyahoga Works – Need help with your resume or interview skills? A Cuyahoga Works Career Counselor will be at the Strongsville Branch on Thursdays from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. to meet with individuals in need of job search assistance. For more information, visit https://cuyahogalibrary.org/Services/Cuyahoga-Works.aspx To schedule an appointment, please call (216) 475-2225.
English as a Second Language. IN PERSON Thursdays & Fridays from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Aspire Greater Cleveland is once again teaching IN-PERSON classes to help non-native speakers learn English and validate their skills. Students must attend an ESOL/Citizenship orientation session before beginning ESOL or citizenship classes. If you are interested in attending these ESOL classes, please call Aspire at 833.277.4732 to register.
Computer Classes
Cuyahoga County Public Library offers computer classes for beginners to advanced. Classes are currently being held in-person as well as some VIRTUALLY which requires a web browser and an internet connection. There is no additional software to download. Google Chrome is the recommended browser. A valid email address is required for registration. Registrants will receive an email with a link to join the class at least an hour before the start time. Registration opens 30 days before the start of the class and closes prior to the start of the class. To see a full class list, descriptions, and to register, please visit
https://www.cuyahogalibrary.org/Events/Computer-Classes/2021-Virtual-and-In-Person-classes.aspx
Strongsville Branch in-person classes:
Tuesday, March 15th / 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Internet Basics.
Wednesday, March 16th / 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Word 1.
Storytimes:
Zoom Virtual Toddler Storytime. Wednesday, March 2nd, 9th, and 16th from 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
In-person Toddler Storytime. Ages 19 – 35 months with caregiver. Wednesday, March 30th / 10:00 – 10:25 a.m. or 11:30 – 11:55 a.m.
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories. Group is small and registration is required. Please register each child separately. Only the participating child and one caregiver will be admitted to the program (no siblings, please), due to social distancing space requirements. In-person programs may be held over Zoom if required by CDC and CCPL guidelines. Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture this program’s effectiveness. Learn more about parent options at www.cuyahogalibrary.org/parent-options.
Zoom Virtual Storytime Preschool Age 3-5. Tuesday, March 1st, 8th, and 15th from 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. and Tuesday, March 29th from 11:30 a.m. – 12:00.
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
In-person Preschool Storytime. Ages 3-5 (Not yet in kindergarten with caregiver.) Monday, March 28th from 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. and Tuesday, March 29th from 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories. Group is small and registration is required. Please register each child separately. Only the participating child and one caregiver will be admitted to the program (no siblings, please), due to social distancing space requirements. In-person programs may be held over Zoom if required by CDC and CCPL guidelines. Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture this program’s effectiveness. Learn more about parent options at www.cuyahogalibrary.org/parent-options.
Zoom Virtual Storytime Baby & Me. Wednesday, March 2nd, 9th, and 16th from 3:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
In-person Baby & Me Storytime. Birth – 18 months with caregiver. Thursday, March 31st / 10:30 – 10:50 a.m.
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories. Group is small and registration is required. Please register each child separately. Only the participating child and one caregiver will be admitted to the program (no siblings, please), due to social distancing space requirements. In-person programs may be held over Zoom if required by CDC and CCPL guidelines. Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture this program’s effectiveness. Learn more about parent options at www.cuyahogalibrary.org/parent-options.
Zoom Virtual Family Storytime. Thursday, March 3rd, 10th, 17th and 31st from 7:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
Studio Orientation. Saturday, March 12th from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. / VIRTUAL or Monday, March 21st from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. / IN-PERSON.
Have you ever thought about recording your own music, making a video, digitizing memories and more? The Strongsville Branch Library is home to both Audio and Video Recording studios that can help you do just that! You must go through an orientation to use the spaces. Patrons 11 & up can participate in the orientation and must turn in the User Agreement form at the branch for the orientation to count. Register online to attend the virtual or in-person sessions.
Wednesday Evening Book Discussion. Wednesday, March 16th / 7:00 p.m. IN PERSON.
Our Wednesday Evening Book Discussion meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Strongsville Branch Library. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be Matrix by Lauren Groff. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk of the Strongsville Branch Library.
Blood Drive. Friday, March 18th / 10:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
In just an hour of your time you can help save up to three lives. Make sure hospital patients get the treatment they need. Donate blood today. For more information or to make an appointment, visit www.redcrossblood.org or call the American Red Cross at 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).
Scout’s Playlist. Tuesday, March 22nd / 7:00 p.m. VIRTUAL.
In this virtual even Scout's Playlist, audience members will get to know the various personalities of Maycomb County through discussions of the contemporary music that Harper Lee's beloved characters would likely have listened to. We will listen to famous recordings and explore the historical, social, and political contexts for music representing Scout, Atticus, Calpurnia, Tom Robinson, and the Ewells. Presented by Stephanie Ruozzo, Education and Engagement Associate at Cleveland Opera Theater.
Register online to receive the Zoom link to participate.
Celebrate National Goof Off Day. Ages 5 – 8. Thursday, March 24th / 7:00 – 7:45 p.m. IN PERSON.
Enjoy goofy stories, make a goofy craft, and guess what--- you get to be GOOFY! Did you know that there really is a National Goof Off Day, which is on March 22? We will have lots of goofy fun!
Celebrate Unicorns. Ages 5 – 8. Saturday, March 26th / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. IN PERSON.
Join us over the rainbow for a magical celebration of all things unicorn. Come dressed in your rainbow finest to listen to unicorn stories, do a unicorn craft, and dance like a unicorn. Please register only the child attending.
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion. Monday, March 28th / 2:30 p.m. IN PERSON.
The Monday Afternoon Book Discussion meets at 2:30 p.m. in the Library on the 4th Monday of each month. No registration required. New members always welcome. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be The Island of Sea Women: a Novel by Lisa See. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk.
