PAW PRINTS
Winfield Elementary Newsletter - December 8, 2017
Winfield Elementary School Improvement Goals
All students will demonstrate measurable growth and achievement in reading.
All students will demonstrate measurable growth and achievement in mathematics.
Peek At Our Week
Principal Madison
Buddy Bench Installed
Adventures In Babysitting
From the Principal, Mrs. Alonzo
As a busy working mom, with a husband who works too, I can relate to the overwhelming feeling that can wash over at this time of year. I am constantly checking my children's backpacks, rereading school newsletters, and texting friends to make sure I am staying in the loop. Nothing feels worse to me as a parent than missing something important to my children. I did just that this week--I missed RSVPing to one of my daughter's birthday invitations. She was disappointed. I felt like I let her down.
As parents we have to remember to cut ourselves some slack...and sometimes just say NO. It's ok to decline invitations. It's ok to turn in to bed early yourself. It's ok to not feel like a superhero. It's ok to take care of YOU. We work hard as parents to give our children OUR best. That definition of best changes as our needs, wants, and priorities shift. This holiday season please know that what you give your children IS great. It does MATTER. And when we aren't perfect...that's when we as parents model MAKING MISTAKES and FORGIVENESS. Those are two life lessons that will stick with our little ones.
From the Positive Behavior Coach, Mrs. Sims
I am so excited to announce that we now have a “BUDDY BENCH!” With over 500 kindergarten, first, and second grade students; we at Winfield Elementary School are filled with lots of overwhelming emotions from very young children. Not only are these children trying to figure out how to navigate this seemingly gigantic school, learn all the rules, and grow academically; they want (and need) to find friendships to grow socially and emotionally. Many of our students have a difficult time initiating conversations with their peers. They mope about the playground hoping someone will ask them to play. Unfortunately, many times students who are actively engaged in play do not notice these lonely children. A Buddy Bench would help alleviate the anxiety that comes with approaching others. Buddy Benches have been used throughout the world to help eliminate loneliness and foster friendships on the playground. By sitting on the Buddy Bench, a student can non-verbally signal that he/she is looking for someone to play or talk with. Most children of this age like to be helpers and make other people feel included, so I have no doubt that a student sitting on the Buddy Bench will not be lonely for long. A big THANK YOU to the PTO, Kim Neff, and Megan Brock for making this happen!
From the Home-School Facilitator, Mrs. Mucha
It’s snow season and some of our children do not have access to snow pants or snow boots. As you go through yours this season, and would like to donate them, feel free to bring them to Winfield or Jerry Ross. We will find them a home with our students that need a little extra help to be able to play in the snow. Size 5T to adult size XL and shoe size 1 to 9 adult.
Contact Information:
Winfield Elementary- 663-2287 ext 19108
Jerry Ross Elementary- 663-3010 ext 18011
From Our School Nurse, Mrs. Taylor
Letters went home this week for any 1st grade students referred for further evaluation from 1st grade vision screening. If you did not receive a letter for further evaluation your child passed all aspects of the screening. Please contact me with any questions regarding vision screening. Hearing screening will take place for all 1st grade students in the spring.
Please review attached information regarding common issues that are more prevalent in the fall and winter seasons.
https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/lice/head/parents.html
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/season/flu-season-2017-2018.htm
Outdoor Recess Guidelines
Because we have limited protection from the weather in our open playground, we use the guideline of 20 degrees when deciding if we should go outside. This temp includes the windchill, so the air temperature may be closer to 30, but if the "real feel" is nearer 19-20, we will remain indoors. Please know that when we do go outside, students must be dressed appropriately, which included snow pants/boots when there is accumulated snow.
Book Fair Last Call
IMPORTANT HOLIDAY SHIPPING NOTE: Orders are estimated to arrive at school within 5-10 business days after the Online Book Fair ends on 12/12/2017. Please keep this in mind when shopping for the Holidays.
2018-2019 Kindergarten Registration
Registration for Fall Kindergarten classes will be held Thursday, February 15, 2018, and Tuesday, February 20, 2018. The schedule for each elementary building is shown below. Kindergarten students must be five (5) years of age on or before August 1, 2018 in order to enroll for the 2018-19 school year. It is not mandatory for students to come with their parents to registration, but they are welcome.
The following documents are required at the time of registration:
1. Child’s certified birth certificate (not hospital certificate)
2. Immunization record
3. Child’s Social Security Card
4. Three documents from the following are required to prove residency: utility bills (Nipsco, Water), deed or mortgage statement, or Lake County Tax Bill.
5. Driver’s license or state photo ID with the current address.
School, Date, and Registration Time
Lake Street: Thursday, February 15, 2018 from 9:30-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM
MacArthur: Thursday, February 15, 2018 from 9:30-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM
Timothy Ball: Thursday, February 15, 2018 from 9:30-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM
Eisenhower: Tuesday, February 20, 2018 from 9:30-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM
Solon Robinson: Tuesday, February 20, 2018 9:30-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM
Winfield: Tuesday, February 20, 2018 9:30-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM
Please note that kindergarten classes will be held on the day of registration at the individual buildings.
School Hours 9:05 a.m. - 3:44 p.m.
*ALL TRANSPORTATION CHANGES MUST BE CALLED INTO THE OFFICE BEFORE 3 PM.
All children are dismissed through the car rider line. Parents do not come inside the building during dismissal. Please review the Arrival/Dismissal Map here: Traffic Map
Note: If you are a car rider, please prominently display your child's full name in your dashboard each time you pick them up.
The school office is open daily from 7:30 am-4:30 pm. If you have Transportation questions after hours, please call 219-663-1465.
Attendance
School Attendance: 94.8%
KDG: 94.3% First Grade: 96.3% Second Grade: 94%
Important Dates
December 2017
19th- Last Day before Winter Break
20th-31st- Winter Break
January 2017
1st-2nd- Winter Break
3rd- RETURN TO SCHOOL
5th- mClass Testing Begins
6th- Parents Night Out @ Midwest Gymnastics 7:00-9:00 pm
11th- Half Day Dismissal @ 12:14 pm
12th- NO SCHOOL; Teacher Work Day
15th- MLK Day; SCHOOL IS IN SESSION
Student Birthdays
If you choose, non-food items may be substituted your child may commemorate their special day by bringing a small treat for their classmates (pencil, bookmark, sticker, etc.), dedicating a book to the classroom (and placing a special birthday bookplate inside), or you may purchase birthday ice cream tickets for the class to be served in the cafeteria.
We do invite all students to visit the office on their special day for a treat from the staff!
From The Cafeteria
Meal Prices
Student Breakfast: $1.50 Student Lunch: $2.25
Adult Lunch: $3.25 Milk Only: $0.40
Funding Cafeteria Accounts
Send cash or check payable to Winfield Elementary Cafeteria in a sealed envelope with your child' name, teacher, $ amount, and "Cafeteria" clearly written on the front. Payments may also be made online by visiting www.mymealtime.com. The required passcode is the same as the child's Student ID in RDS.
Next guest lunch day: Friday, January 5th.
Only one guest per student is permitted. No siblings. No fast food. Thank you!
All visitors must have ID and be checked in through SafeVisitor.
*Please note- NO GUEST LUNCH IN DECEMBER due to Holiday Program.
Birthday Ice Cream
Orders must be sent in to the cafeteria one week prior to the date it will be served. Tickets are $0.75 per child. Please call the cafeteria to place your order.
Positions Available in Food Service
The CPCSC Food Service Department is looking for team members in several buildings. Please visit the corporation website to apply, or contact the department at 662-6480.
Cafeteria Menu- Week of December 11th-15th
Monday
Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza OR Breakfast Bar/Cereal
Lunch: Pizza Slice OR Fruit & Granola Yogurt Parfait, Silly Dilly Green Beans, Fresh Vegetables, Crazy Applesauce, Fresh Fruit
Tuesday
Breakfast: Pancake Wrap OR Chocolate Chip French Toast
Lunch: Walking Taco/Regular Taco OR Cheesy Beef Nachos, Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, Rocket Red Peppers, Golden Peaches, Fresh Fruit
Wednesday
Breakfast: Egg & Cheese Sandwich OR Breakfast Bar/Cereal
Lunch: Breaded Chicken Sandwich OR The Superman (burger with cheese/ketchup baked inside), Smiley Fries, Sliced Cucumbers, Mandarin Oranges, Fresh Fruit
Thursday
Breakfast: Egg & Cheese Burrito OR Whole Grain Donuts
Lunch: Pretzel & Cheese Sauce OR Hot Dog (Chili/Cheese optional), Corn, Crispy Garden Salad, Chunky Pineapple, Fresh Fruit
Friday
Breakfast: Whole Grain Muffins OR Yogurt/PopTart
Lunch: Bosco Sticks w/Marinara, Roasted Carrots, Fresh Broccoli Florets, 100% Fruit Juice, Fresh Fruit
Daily Lunch Option: Sliced Turkey on Fresh Baked Sub Bun OR Chicken Chef Salad
Winfield/Jerry Ross PTO News
CONGRATULATIONS PIE SELLERS!
Top sellers are being treated to a Pizza Party with the Principal on Monday, December 11th. They will enjoy their special treat during lunchtime!
Kindergarten winners
Blake Fosnaugh (39)
Nathaniel Salgado (27)
Isabella Thompson (20)
Paisley Cilek (19)
Sophia Cozart (17)
Madison Kirk (16)
Jack Evener (12)
Michael Keller (10)
Lucas Casey (10)
Lia Paramantgis (8)
Brian Baum (8)
First Grade Winners
Ava Loya (30)
Cade Poparad (18)
Stefan Ristevski (18)
Sheniya Neal (16)
Bailey Schaafsma (14)
Liliana Maldonado (10)
Evan Orga (9)
Hailey Shallon (7)
Evie Jones (6)
Second Grade Winners
Alexia Vega (49)
Jeremiah Biancardi (20)
Crystal Sadural (19)
Leina Doneski (12)
Elizabeth Alderfer (11)
Aubrey Parrillo (10)
Kingery Pate (10)
Javier Salas (8)
Isaac Moore (7)
Reagan Smith (6)
Hannah Miller (6)
BOX TOP CONTEST
The second Box Top contest ends Friday January 26th, 2018. We are collecting Best Choice UPC labels. Each UPC earns the schools 3 cents. Aunt Millie's School Spirit UPC earns the school 5 cents each.
McSCHOOL NIGHT
Adalyn and Colin Johnsen were the winners of the November McSchool Night contest. There will be no McSchool Night in December.
PARENTS NIGHT OUT!
Join us on Saturday, January 6th from 7-9 pm for the next night out at Midwest Gymnastics. The cost is $10 per child, with half of that going right to the Winfield/Jerry Ross playground fund.
Extracurricular & Community News
South Shore Arts- Munster Classes
South Shore Arts- CP Classes
YMCA Lock-In
Winfield Elementary
Email: jalonzo@cps.k12.in.us
Website: www.cps.k12.in.us/Domain/843
Location: 13128 Montgomery Street, Crown Point, IN, United States
Phone: 219-663-2287
Twitter: @WinfieldElem