Weekend Wire
October 15, 2023
WESTWOOD ROADRUNNERS
WELCOME TO WESTWOOD!
DATES TO NOTE:
10/17-10/31--Foundation Butter Braid Fundraiser
10/17--Dining 4 Dollars--Perfect Pizza
10/23-10/27--Red Ribbon Week
10/23--Fun Run Kickoff Assembly
10/24--Math Olympiad Launch for 4th & 5th Graders
10/27--Friday Flag
10/27--Make-up Picture Day
10/27--Boo Bash
10/31--Professional Growth Day--Minimum Day 11:45 Dismissal
11/01--Fun Run
11/02--XPloration
11/10--Veteran's Day--NO SCHOOL
11/13--Non-Student Day-Parent/Teacher Conferences
11/14-11/16--Parent/Teacher Conferences-Minimum Days 11:45 Dismissal
11/17--Regular School
11/20-11/24--Thanksgiving Break--NO SCHOOL
HALLOWEEN GUIDELINES
Dear Westwood Students and Families,
As the festive spirit of Halloween approaches, we are excited to see the creativity and enthusiasm our students bring to the celebration. Our primary objective is to ensure that all students enjoy this special day in a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.
To that end, we kindly ask everyone to adhere to the following guidelines when choosing their costumes for any school-related Halloween events:
1. **No Masks:** For the safety of our students and staff, and to ensure everyone can be easily recognized, please refrain from wearing masks. Face paint or makeup is welcomed as an alternative.
2. **Avoid Gore or anything Promoting Violence:** Costumes depicting excessive gore, horror, or violence (including weapons or replicas such as swords or guns) can be misconstrued and lead to unnecessary distress or concern.
3. **Be Culturally Respectful:** Halloween is an opportunity for fun and creativity, not unintentional harm. Please avoid costumes that appropriate or misrepresent cultures, or might be seen as stereotypical or offensive. Let’s celebrate in a way that respects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all members of our school community.
4. **Avoid Overly Loud or Noisy Accessories:** Items that make excessive noise are not allowed. This includes bells, whistles, sirens, or any electronic devices that produce loud sounds.
5. **Modesty Matters:** Costumes should still adhere to the school’s dress code. Please ensure that outfits are not too revealing and suitable for the educational setting.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in ensuring a positive atmosphere for all. If you have any questions or need clarification on what's appropriate, please do not hesitate to reach out to the school office.
Thank you for your ongoing support, and we can't wait to see the creative and fun costumes our students will wear!
Warm regards,
Jennie Mikels
Principal, Westwood Elementary School
This week's character strength is INTEGRITY!
Dear Families,
This week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Integrity. Integrity means you are honest and speak the truth. You present yourself genuinely and sincerely.
Integrity is doing the right thing when nobody is watching. People with integrity practice what they preach and maintain a consistent pattern of behavior aligned with their values. They have the courage not to follow the crowd if it means going against their beliefs. Integrity is closely aligned with the terms of honesty and authenticity. People with integrity tell the truth and have alignment in their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Integrity is vital to individual growth. It is correlated with a multitude of psychological well-being measures. Harmony in your feelings, thoughts, and actions makes you better able to personally grow and achieve goals. Authenticity and a lack of pretense make you more likable and trusted by others, meaning your relationships will benefit.
To practice and encourage the character strength of integrity with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.
Have a wonderful week!
BOO BASH IS COMING SOON
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
WE NEED YOUR HELP!!
This years BIGGEST PTA event is coming up, the BOO BASH!
We need volunteers to help make this event magical. Volunteers get free entry for their families.
This year there are Opening and Closing shifts so that volunteers can enjoy the event with their families.
We need Closing volunteers the most. Thank you for your help.
Sign up HERE: signupgenius.com/go/10C094BAEA628A7FAC52-boobash#/
This year we have split the shifts into 2, 1 opening and 1 closing, so you can spend part of the event with your family. Trunk or treat volunteers should bring their own relief person if desired.
With your help, this event will be GREAT!
Sign up HERE
DINING FOR DOLLARS
YEARBOOK
2023-24 Yearbooks are on sale already! 10% off through the end of September!
About Us
Principal
Email: kholmes@powayusd.com
Website: https://westwood. powayusd.com
Location: 17449 Matinal Road, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: 858-487-2026
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WWESRoadrunners
Twitter: @RoadrunnersWwes
Nondiscrimination Philosophy and Policy Statement
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, immigration status, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For more information, please contact: Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, James Jimenez, Associate Superintendent of Personnel support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128, 1-858-521-2800, extension 2121, jjimenez@powayusd.com. For students, you may contact Title IX Coordinator/504 Coordinator Jamie Dayhoff, Director of Attendance and Discipline, Poway Unified School District, 1-858-521-2840, jdayhoff@powayusd.com.