Woodcrest Spanish Immersion
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February 22, 2023 - NEWSLETTER
Hola familias de Woodcrest,
It looks like we’re in the middle of another snowstorm! We will continue with flexible learning from home tomorrow. All of the learning is asynchronous and will be posted in SeeSaw (K-2) or Schoology (3-4) by 10 a.m. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher or call the main office for support. Our tech support team is also available to assist families with technology issues: 763-600-5555.
It’s the Panthers for a Purpose Week of Giving and there are a variety of activities to get involved in this week. Friday is a Panther Spirit Day. Students can wear their Panther gear or school colors to celebrate their Panther Pride. Check out the newsletter items below for more information on other planned events.
Stay warm,
Jaime Nymann
Principal
Westwood broadcast group bridges learning and community
The results are in! After surveying the entire Westwood Intermediate and Middle School student population Mandarin Orange Chicken was named the favorite lunch choice. The least favorite? Macaroni and Cheese. (Yes, you read that right!)
The survey was a segment included in Westwood’s first-ever Panther News Broadcast. The topic was designed to appeal to the entire community. The broadcast was written, filmed and edited by a group of students who are learning new skills, exploring potential career paths and building community at Westwood.
25 dedicated students are navigating the world of news broadcasting as they develop real skills and create connections school-wide. Read more about their experience and watch the first Panther News Broadcast.
Don’t miss out on “Frozen Jr.” live at the Fine Arts Center
"We can't hold it back anymore!" This amazing cast of young actors is inviting you to join them for a story of true love and acceptance between sisters. Westwood students in grades 7-8 will present "Frozen Jr." on March 2-4. Don’t wait - get your tickets online now!
Panthers for a Purpose Giving Week is Here!
There are many ways to participate in this week of giving and SLP Panther pride. Thank you for your participation and generosity as we support this year's Fund-A-Dream. This year's Fund-A-Dream is Career and College Pathways, courses and programming to support students in exploring potential career paths.
- Show your spirit and submit photos for a chance to win: Dress head to toe in our school colors. Send in photos (pantherfoundation@district16.org) to be entered into a drawing to win a gift card to the Panther Store:
- Thursday, February 23 – White Out
- Friday, February 24 – Panther Spirit Day!
- Browse and bid on silent auction items: The auction officially opened today! Browse more than 300 packages featuring trips, Panther gear, restaurant gift cards, adult libations, unique experiences and MORE! Start bidding now! Visit the Panthers for a Purpose Event Website for details and bidding tips.
- Dine-to-Donate: See a schedule of community restaurants that are partnering with us this week. Dine at one of the four locations during the week, mention the Panther Foundation/SLP and a portion of your sales will go to the Panther Foundation!
Find Panther Party details for Saturday and everything you need to know about this year's event on the Panthers for a Purpose website.
Creating Family Connections
La semana pasada, familias de la clase de la Sra. Hughes vinieron a una presentación de los hábitats creados por los estudiantes para el Tapir Malayo. Nos dio mucho gusto poder tener a tantas familias presentes. Esperamos poder seguir brindando este tipo de oportunidades.
FREE All School Winter Family Fun Night
Join us for an Out of This World Family Fun Night on Friday, March 3 from 6-8 p.m. Practice training for your own space mission, meet CatStronauts author Drew Brockington and hear about writing amazing tales, look up to the stars and make some galactic discoveries!
Scholastic Book Fair
Celebrate "I Love to Read Month" at the Scholastic Book Fair, February 28 - March 3 in the Woodcrest Library. The Book Fair will be open:
- Tuesday, February 28 and Thursday, March 2 from 3:45-6 p.m. before the concerts of students in grades 2 and 4.
- Wednesday, March 1 from 3:45 - 5 p.m.
- Friday, March 3 from 3:45 to 8 p.m. during the Winter Family Fun Night.
We have lots of opportunities to volunteer as a cashier or greeter.
- February 18-25: Panthers for a Purpose Week of Giving
- Tuesday, February 21-Friday, March 3: ACCESS testing for students in grades 1-4
- Saturday, February 25: Panthers for a Purpose Party
- Monday, February 27: Fourth Grade Field Trip to Westwood
- Tuesday, February 28: 2nd Grade Winter/Arts Festival at 2:40 p.m and/or 6 p.m.
- Tuesday, February 28: WCSI Book Fair, 3:45-6 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 1: WCSI Book Fair, 3:45-5 p.m.
- March 2-4: Westwood spring musical - "Frozen Jr."
- Thursday, March 2: Grade 4 Winter/Arts Festival at 10 a.m and/or 6 p.m.
- Thursday, March 2: WCSI Book Fair, 3:45-6 p.m.
- Friday, March 3: WCSI Book Fair, 3:45-8 p.m.
- Friday, March 3: WCSI PTO Free Winter Family Night and Curriculum Session 6-8 p.m.
- Thursday, March 9: End of Trimester 2
- Monday, March 6-Thursday, March 9: ACCESS testing for kindergarten students
- March 10-20: No school, spring break
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