Weekly Update
April 30, 2021
Mission
The mission of Loveland elementary school, in partnership with our actively involved community, is to promote excellence and instill a desire for learning by challenging each individual within a safe, supportive environment.
Loveland's Expectations
Be Safe
Be Respectful
Be Responsible
Dear Loveland Families,
It is hard to believe April has come to an end. We had a wonderful Fun Run event today. The students were very excited to participate and have an all school event.
There is a lot of excitement ahead of us in May. Please continue to review the upcoming events and calendar section of the newsletter. We look forward to sharing an amazing last month of school with all of you!
Ms. Hornung
Outdoor Education (6th Grade ONLY)
On May 5th and 6th, the 6th grade class, Ms. Cramer, Mr. Campbell, Mrs. Gnader, and Ms. Hornung will head to Platte River State Park for two days of classes and large group presentations. This is one of the most memorable experiences of the elementary years. Sixth grade parents-please let classroom teachers or Ms. Hornung know if you have any questions about the upcoming event.
Cockroaches in 6th Grade Science
MIDDLE SCHOOL HEALTH PHYSICAL/IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS
By law, all incoming 7th graders must present evidence of having a complete physical examination, updated immunizations (Tdap is required by state law), and a dental exam prior to entering school. For missing immunizations, state law allows us to accept only valid medical exemption forms, signed by a physician or notarized religious exemption forms. A signed waiver form from parents/guardian refusing to provide physical exam documentation is also required. All forms are available from the District’s ABC Welcome Center on the westside66.net website under the Departments tab > Student Services > Health Forms section.
Physicians may print out results of the physical exam and immunizations on their forms (must have a MD signature) or you may print off a form on the Westside Middle School website under Health Forms, a visit summary is not a physical form. Exams must be completed anytime after March 1, 2021, and before school starts in the fall. Students planning to participate in sports must have a physical dated after May 1, 2021.
If your child has a chronic condition such as asthma, allergy, diabetes, or epilepsy, a health action plan is required. All action plans must be completed and signed by a doctor and may be found on the westside66.net website under the Departments Tab > Student Services> Health Forms section or can be picked up from the WMS main office. I will be checking my email periodically during the summer. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me or contact the main office at WMS for general information.
Robin R. Newcomer, RN
Westside Middle School Nurse
phone 402-408-8652
fax 402-390-6454
Kim Eymann
Westside Middle School
Principal
402-390-8211
Show Choir Camp
Have you always wanted to be a part of Westside show choir? Maybe you want to improve your voice or learn how to shake those bad dancing habits? Sorry parents, this ad is just for the kids. Westside Middle School is hosting their annual summer show choir camp June 7-11 at Westside Middle School for any student entering 6th, 7th or 8th grade in the Fall of 2021. Students will learn to sing and dance a full show as well as gain insights into the audition process for Westside Middle School Show Choir. The registration link and more information can be found here:
Westside Edge Show Choir Camp Webpage
Nick Djernes
Westside Middle School
Vocal Music Director
402-408-8671
Kindergarten Round-Up
Kindergarten Round-Up is Friday, May 7th from 9:30- 11:00 am and 12:30 to 2pm for next year’s incoming kindergarten students. Current kindergarten students will not attend school on Friday, May 7th.
Spring Has Sprung
Mask Update
Flip-Flops and Recess/PE
While flip-flops are very cute and very popular, they present some safety challenges for our students out at recess and on PE days. If your student likes to be active at recess, please consider sending safer shoes for those recess/gym feet!
Symptoms Tracker
Children’s COVID-19 Helpline 402-955-3200
Visit ChildrensOmaha.org/Symptoms to access Children’s COVID-19 Symptom Checker, an online assessment tool developed by Children’s to help parents and supplement our 24/7 COVID-19 Help Line.