Dolphin Digest
Weekly Update #21
Week of December 20th, 2021
WMES Parents/Guardians,
Happy Thursday! We are quickly approaching the Winter Break! Please be reminded our last day before break is Wednesday, December 22nd, with a 12:20 p.m. dismissal. Also, the Quarter 2 Interim ends on 12/15, and interims will be emailed to parents (grades 3-5) on 12/21. Please be sure to check PowerSchool (grades 3-5) to see if your child is missing any assignments. You may also reach out to your child's teacher with any questions or concerns.
WMES Book Fair
The Book Fair was a huge success and the children loved purchasing books. Thank you to Carla Beavers and all of our volunteers who made this happen for our school community!
WMES Spirit Week
Dec. 20 - Jingle all the Way! Rock your Santa hats, elf ears, reindeer antlers, festive colors, and jingling bells.
Dec. 21 - Wear your festive gear or holiday colors!
Dec. 22 - Mad about Plaid! Wear your flannel shirt or favorite plaid colors!
TCHD Covid-19 Vaccine Clinics for Children Ages 5-11 -
The state mobile vaccination unit has offered to assist with school clinics for 5-11 yr olds. The date of the first vaccines given at White Marsh was 12/10. 2nd doses are scheduled to be administered at WMES on 1/4/22. Attached is the QR code for that clinic. Having families pre-register will make the clinic go smoother. Because of the limited number of hours, we will only be able to accommodate roughly 20 patients. If you have any questions in the meantime, please do not hesitate to call.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZttLdufpgTpCbxhjZm82Za0acj4H_AHp/view?usp=sharing
Illness
Please be sure to keep your child home if they are not feeling well and let the school nurse and your child's teacher know (Nurse- christa.johns@talbotschools.org). If your child is awaiting COVID test results they should remain at home until they receive a negative test result even if they are not showing symptoms. You will need to forward a copy of the results in order to return to school. TCPS follows strict guidance from the Talbot County Health Department on quarantine procedures when a student is sick or exhibits Covid-19 symptoms. In addition, please make sure you send a parent or doctor's note if your child is absent for any reason.
We are so thankful for our dedicated staff, students, families, and community! Wishing all of our families a great weekend. Go dolphins!!
Ms. Seidel, Proud Principal
Coat Donations!
ATTENTION!
Cold weather is here and we are in need of any donations of gently used or new coats for boys or neutral colors fitting ages 5-10 years old. Please send freshly laundered &/or new coats in a bag with your student or drop them off at WMES. Thank you!
Video Tutorial for TCPS Elementary Parents
Elementary parent video Logging in as your child and viewing an assignment. (on computer)
Elementary parent video Logging in as your child and viewing an assignment. (on iPad)
Accessing the Frog Parent Portal
Signing into Chrome on an iPad
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ha5-OYmi8go
Logging into PowerSchool Parent
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Es3AE3V1z6g
Iniciar sesión en PowerSchool Parent - Español
For help with device issues, please refer families to the campus-based Help Desks.
White Marsh Elementary School: WMEShelpdesk@talbotschools.org
Technicians will be available during normal school hours of operation.
WMES Spirit Wear!!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dGkn_Nu00ROBmbXhwJTliLTBc_ztfrWG/view?usp=sharing
Here Comes the Bus App
The Here Comes the Bus® App will be available to parents of White Marsh Elementary School students mid September! Here Comes the Bus® will allow you to:
View the real-time location of your child’s bus
Access the app from your smartphone, tablet or computer
Receive push notifications or email alerts
Send your child to the bus stop at just the right time, every time
How to get started:
Download the Here Comes the Bus app* or visit herecomesthebus.com.
Click the button.
Enter school code 87314 and click “Next” followed by “Confirm”
Complete the “User Profile” box.
Under “My Students,” click “Add.” Enter your child’s last name and student ID number. The student ID number can be found in the PowerSchool Parent Portal under the Bus Information tab. If you have not yet set up your PowerSchool Parent Portal, please do so using the instructions below. This will be necessary in order for you to access your child’s transportation information in the future.
Once you confirm your information, you’re ready to begin using Here Comes the Bus!
*Available at the App Store and Google Play
Here Comes the Bus® is a registered trademark of Synovia Solutions™ LLC
HARRIS TEETER'S TOGETHER IN EDUCATION PROGRAM!
We need our families to please sign up!!! HARRIS TEETER'S TOGETHER IN EDUCATION PROGRAM!
Earn funds for WMES by linking us to your Harris Teeter VIC card, then shop Harris Teeter brands!
Linking must occur each school year.
Here's the link to register your VIC card: https://www.harristeeter.com/together-in-education
Thank you in advance for your support!
Technology Updates
TECHNOLOGY TROUBLE-SHOOTING TIPS:
If you are having trouble with your device (slow running, not holding a charge, etc), please email wmeshelpdesk@talbotschools.org with the following information: Your name, your school's name, the issue you are having, and your contact information.
VISIT for TCPS Technology Tutorials:
https://www.tcps.k12.md.us/2020-21-news/online-learning-family-tutorials
WMES PTO Updates
*PTO officers:
President/Vice President: Valerie Russ
Treasurer: Lisa Short
Secretary: Carla Beavers
Dedicated Dolphin
This year we are looking for parents, teachers, and community members to nominate a WMES teacher for the Dedicated Dolphin Award. Click on the link to submit a nomination during any time of the year. Dedicated Dolphin Nomination Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScmGYlL6Iw3-iiBgXCU7K2C7Rltl2Y7rBSvA5YN0hgODybeig/viewform
Important Dates
DECEMBER
*12/15- Quarter 2 Interim Ends
12/15 - Student of the Month Virtual Assembly 1:30 p.m.
*12/21- Quarter 2 Interims Issued, Early Dismissal 12:20 p.m. dismissal
*12/23-1/2- TCPS Winter Break
JANUARY
School Board Appreciation Month
3 - Return to school following winter break
9 - Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
17 - Martin Luther King Day, Schools Closed
19 - Public Budget Hearing and Board of Education Meeting
20 - Marking Period #2 Ends
21 - Transition Day, No school for students, Half day for staff
24 through 28 - Junior Achievement for 4th Grade
24 - Marking Period #3 Begins
28 - Report cards issued
FEBRUARY
American Heart Month
Black History Month
Career & Technical Education Month
National Childrens' Dental Health Month
4 - National Wear Red for Cardio Health Awareness Day
7 through 11 - Junior Achievement for 4th Grade
14 - Valentine's Day
18 - Early Dismissal for staff and students 12:20 pm
21 - Presidents Day, No school for staff and students
22 - School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
24 - Interim 3 Ends
28 - Interims due from Teachers
White Marsh Elementary School
4322 Lovers Ln,
Trappe, MD 21673
(410) 476-3144
Come One Come All...to the Greatest School of All!
Grandparent's Club!!!
Connect with Kim Seidel and White Marsh Elementary School
Email: kseidel@talbotschools.org
Website: http://www.tcps.k12.md.us/schools/WMES
Location: 4322 Lovers Lane, Trappe, MD, USA
Phone: 410-476-3144
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/wmes21673/about/?ref=page_internal