KP Connection
January 27, 2017
Lead Learner Highlights
Report cards will be sent home at the end of next week. Please be sure to check in with your child. Many of you have/will be contacted in the next few weeks from your child's morning advisory for a mid-year check in. However, if you have kudos, questions or concerns, we encourage you to reach out to your child's advisory, team leader or teacher.
As we enter into the second half of the year, I want to thank you for your continued partnership. If you have opportunities to support our school through the PTO we are hoping that you will contact Roni Rodman (ronirodman@comcast.net) as we really need parent/caregiver support in a few key areas. In addition, we will need to fullfill a few PTO positions (including that of president) due to families moving on up to the high school.
Need to Know Dates
- 1/27 - Chinese New Year Celebration Dinner - for Chinese students & families: Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet (52 Kane Street, West Hartford) - 5 to 7pm
- 1/29 - KP Cares Penguin Plunge - 9 to 11am
- 1/30 - Algebra 1 Midterms - 8am
- 1/30 - Hall Band Pyramid Concert - 7pm
- 1/31 - KidsLit Quiz 2017 @ CCSU - 5:30pm
- 1/31 - Hall Orchestra Pops @ KP - 7pm
- 2/1 - SEPTO Transition Meeting - Middle to High School - 7PM @ Sedgwick MS
- 2/2 - Middle School Principal Transition Meeting for Parents/Caregivers of 5th Grade Students @ Duffy Elementary - 7pm
- 2/2 - Report Cards Distributed
February Intramural Schedule Below
School Sponsored Family Events this Weekend!
Chinese New Year Celebration Dinner - Tonight- Click Below for More
As part of these celebrations. your teacher has arranged a Chinese New Year Celebration Dinner TONIGHT, Friday January 27, at Hibachi Grill &Supreme Buffet (52 Kane Street, West Hartford). We would love to have you join us at the restaurant anytime between 5:00pm-7:00pm. This is a great opportunity to meet teachers and friends, enjoy Chinese food, explore the Chinese culture and practice the language.
The restaurant has graciously given us a rate of $10.00 per person that includes a dinner meal, a non-alcoholic beverage and tips. No money will be collected ahead of time. Each family will pay directly to the restaurant.
The Penguin Plunge is Sunday!
The Penguin Plunge will be on Sunday, January 29th from 9-11am at Winding Trails in Farmington.
If you are planning to plunge with us, here is the link to register:
https://www.classy.org/team/100390
Please make sure you have joined the "KP Cares" team as part of the registration process.
At least 6 KP staff members are taking the plunge as well as 10 or more students! Bring your families and show your support! All are welcome!
KP Cares hopes to see you there!
Thank you!
School News
Notes from the Student/Family Handbook
What do I do if my child lost something?
Check the lost-and-found. Most lost items end up in the lost-and-found bin in the small cafeteria. Electronics/jewelry/eyeglasses are brought to the office.
Student News
Connecticut Northern Region Middle School Music Festival News
Spelling Bee Winners
The bee will be held in: Hoffman Auditorium in The Bruyette Athenaeum, St. Joseph University 1678 Asylum Avenue West Hartford, CT 06117
West Hartford Unified Sports Basketball 2017
Practices will be held from 5:30-7:00pm in the Sedgwick Gym on the following Sundays: January 29, February 12, February 26, March 5 and, March 12
Basketball Tournament
MONDAY MARCH 13
Smith Middle School Glastonbury, CT
3:00 – 6:00pm
We appreciate your hard work and dedication
And thank you in advance for your continued support of
West Hartford Unified Sports
Sincerely,
Coach Garneau Coach Bowie
Coach Baldwin Coach Gustafson
Mrs. Brezinski Ms. Condon
Parent/Caregiver Resources
Community Events
Free Community Breakfast
The Fern Street Community Kitchen has free community breakfasts for neighbors in need at The Universalist Church, 433 Fern Street, WestHartford. The Community Breakfast is held every other Monday. Foodshare Mobile Truck distributes food from the back parking lot from9:15-9:45AM. Breakfast is served 9:00-10:00 AM.
BREAKFAST DATES: (9:00-10:00 AM)
January 30
February 13, February 27
March 13, March 27
PANTRY DATES:(10:00 AM-12:00 PM)
January 21, February 18, March 18
For more information about the Fern Street Community Kitchen, call 860-233-3669 or email foodsharemobile@westhartforduu.org,
FernStFood@gmail.com, or communitybreakfast@westhartforduu.org
SEPTO News - Transition Planning
Wednesday, February 1 at 7pm
Transition Planning: Pre-School – Elementary – Middle – High – Post Secondary
Please join SEPTO and Pupil Services on February 1, 2017 for the Annual Transition Night. Transition Night is scheduled for West Hartford parents of children transitioning into Kindergarten, Middle School, High School and Post-High School programs. Gretchen Nelson, Director of Pupil Services and school personnel will discuss the transition process and programs available to students receiving special education services at each level.
Parents & Guardians are encouraged to attend if their student is transitioning to a new school Fall 2017 or Fall 2018!
Location: Sedgwick Middle School, 128 Sedgwick Road, West Hartford (Enter through Wardwell Rd entrance)
Wednesday, February 15 at 7pm
Monthly Meeting – Topic TBD
Save the date for our regularly scheduled monthly meeting at Sedgwick Middle School at 7pm in the multipurpose room.
Ongoing
Membership Drive
It’s always the right time to join West Hartford SEPTO! Please register online at www.whsepto.org/membership.html
Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/West-Hartford-SEPTO
"Public Act 16-189
We believe that it is vital for all students in West Hartford Public Schools to be able to efficiently and effectively use digital tools that empower them in all phases of the learning process, including research, problem solving, content creation, communication, and collaboration. We also believe that we must be committed at all times to protecting students' privacy and providing them with a powerful and safe educational experience. To that end, the West Hartford Public Schools follow the legal requirements of Public Act 16-189 to promote the safety and security of all students and staff.
In compliance with Connecticut State Law, we update online programs used within the district that house student data. The programs may be used district-wide, in a very small number of classrooms, or with individual students. The list will be updated each time the district enters into a new contract where student data is housed. For more information on the specifics of Public Act 16-189 and updates of vendor agreements, visit www.whps.org/pa189."