WILLOW GROVE WEEKLY UPDATE
GRIZZLY STRONG!
GRIZZLY STRONG NEWS FOR THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 16th!
REMINDER: FIRST TRIMESTER PROGRESS REPORTS
Our first trimester of learning will end on November 20, 2020. Due to the change in our school year and learning models, our conference week will look different than in past years. Normally, teachers meet with each students' parents/guardian to discuss academic, work habits, and behavior progress during the first trimester of learning. However, this year, teachers will be conducting a limited number of conferences on Monday, December 7th, via Zoom meetings. Students who are meeting or exceeding standards may not necessitate a conference at this time. December 7, 2020 will be a non-student day and students will not attend school on this day.
In order to maintain the routines and learning in the AM/PM and VLA model, we will not be providing minimum days during conference week as we have done in the past. Since there is only one day designated for progress report conferences, teachers will only be able to meet with a limited number of students. For those students not receiving a conference, teachers will include comments on the progress report. All students’ progress reports will be available on December 9th via ParentVUE in Synergy. Directions for accessing the progress report via Synergy will be forthcoming.
Thank you for your support and understanding.
STUDENT COUNCIL SPIRIT DAY!!! NOV. 20TH!!!
Next Friday November 20th is our first Disney Spirit Day! Did you know that Mickey Mouse's birthday is November 18th, and he will be 91 years old? So, dust off those Mickey ears and wear them on Friday! Whether you're virtual or on campus, show some school spirit and wear anything you like that's Disney themed.
PLEASE LEAVE FURRY FRIENDS AT HOME
If you are walking your child to school or picking them up on campus, please leave your precious furry friend at home. We do not allow dogs on campus for overall safety reasons. Thank you for your help!
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NEWS FROM PTA
Adopt a Family
As you all know this year has been a challenge for everyone. This year has hit some of our Willow Grove Families especially hard. This year we are doing our adopt a family a little different and just asking for Gift cards and the meal donation.
Willow Grove PTA has set up a sign up genius asking for donations to help out the families in our Willow Grove community in need this holiday season. We have slots for gift cards ranging from $10-$100 from various stores.
We also have a sponsor a meal slot this year. The meals are pre-made and come frozen. PTA has teamed up with Ralphs to hold meals for our families. If you wish to sponsor a meal, you would sign up on the sign up genius, go to the Service Deli in Ralphs in 4S Ranch and tell them you would like to purchase a meal for the Willow Grove Elementary PTA, under Tristan. All meal bundles include: Bone in Whole Turkey, Green Bean Casserole, Sweet Potato Casserole, Old Fashioned Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, 12 ct. Kings Hawaiian Rolls, Turkey Gravy, and a Pumpkin Pie. Meals will then be disbursed to the families on December 11th.
To sign up please click https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EAAA92AABFC1-adopt
All Gift cards should be dropped off at the office to Julie by 3:00pm on December 4th. The Sponsored Meal needs to be paid for by December 4th as well.
If you have any questions please email tristanmiller5@gmail.com
Grizzlies Got Talent
Don’t forget to submit your video by 11/27/2020 to WGVarietyShow@gmail.com. Videos should be in MP4 or MOV format are preferred. Cell phone videos are fine but may have to be converted if they are too long to be sent via email. Any questions, please send us an email at the above address.
When emailing your video/picture, please write in the subject heading: Child’s Name, Grade and Teacher.
****Along with your video, please send a picture of your child (in costume if possible). This picture will go in the yearbook. Go to www.willowgrovepta.org for all the details.
Please consider becoming a PTA Member and help us build our rainbow!
Individual memberships are only $20 each.
Joining is now easier than ever: Go to www.willowgrovepta.org and click memberships to get started.
Why join the PTA when our kids are learning from home?
The purpose of the PTA is to create a community and connect children and families together. More than ever, this connection is vital to the emotional and mental health of our kids.
How can we connect kids when they aren't in school?
With your membership and donations, the PTA is ready to help our kids connect with each other through a variety of online and interactive virtual experiences including science, art, Grizzlies Got Talent and a Fall Harvest Drive-by Parade. Over the summer, the district repaved the playground blacktop. We will use your membership and donations towards repainting the blacktop, supporting teachers, replacing playground equipment (i.e. soccer nets) and making sure it's ready when the doors of Willow Grove open again. Membership is open to everyone! Each person in the family can become a PTA member—parents, grandparents, educators, students and friends. Becoming a member doesn’t require you to volunteer, though we always welcome your time and talent!
Don't forget to ask your employer to match your donation. See if your company is on the corporate matching list. If you see them on the list, contact your HR or Corporate Giving department and let them know you would like them to match! We are only as strong as we are united.
NEWS FROM WILLOW GROVE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION
Flippin Pizza Dinner Night
Need some new dinner ideas? How about a "Take Out Tuesday Pizza Night” at Flippin Pizza? Flippin Pizza also offers a take home pizza kits, complete with fresh dough, sauce, and mozzarella. Maybe add some yummy wings or meatballs to your order? Place your pick up or delivery order all day on Tuesday, November 17 and 25% of your purchase will be donated to the Willow Grove Educational Foundation. Be sure to mention you are participating in the Willow Grove dinner night. Flyer is attached.
Save the date! December 1st is #GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday is a day where we show up, give back, and unleash our generosity to transform our communities and the world. On Tuesday, December 1st, please consider being part of the global generosity movement by “Giving at the Grove.” Every dollar raised funds programs for our grizzles to ensure educational and enrichment opportunities remain at Willow Grove. Together we give. Thank you for your support!
Corporate Matching: Double Your Dollars
Do you match? You can DOUBLE the impact of your Grizzly Growth Fund donation with a MATCHING GIFT from your employer. Many San Diego companies will match your donation. To find out if your company is one of them, contact your Human Resources department. This is a great way to double your contribution to the Grizzly Growth Fund, without it costing you anything. It’s free money. All you have to do is ask for it! Many companies have a “matching” program where they will match some portion of their employee’s contributions to special or non-profit organizations such as the WGEF. We thank you and your firm for your partnership in our community.
HOME OF THE GRIZZLIES!
Email: ahuff@powayusd.com
Website: https://www.powayusd.com/en-US/Schools/ES/WGES/Home
Location: 14727 Via Azul, San Diego, CA, 92127
Phone: 1-858-674-6300
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WillowGroveElementary
Twitter: @WGGrizzlies