The Westmoreland Wrap Up
October 7, 2022
Kindness Through Creatures Program
We are very grateful to the Westmoreland PTO for funding the outstanding program entitled "Kindness Through Creatures". This program visited our school during the National Week of Respect, which could not have been more perfect or timely. This program truly increased our awareness regarding respect, diversity, kindness, inclusion and acceptance.
During this program, students met 4 unique Animal Ambassadors.... Margarita the Tarantula, Bluey the Lizard, Jimmy the Millipede and Herby the Python. We heard the story behind each rescued animal and meaningful discussions took place about acceptance, kindness and any misconceptions we may have about these unique creatures.
After meeting Miss Tina and the Animal Ambassadors, it was amazing to hear students' commentary changing from "Yuck or Ewwww" to "Cool! She's unique and special".
An activity and bookmark was given to each student so they can share what they have learned with their family and ripple words of kindness out into the world.
FLASE Dinner Dance Fundraiser
Socktober
Evacuation Drill
During the month of October, our school will practice an evacuation drill. In the event we had an emergency which would not allow us to return to our school building, we would walk to the Fair Lawn Senior Center. We will be practicing this drill during, the month of October, with assistance from Fair Lawn Emergency Management Services. This is an unannounced drill; therefore, we will not have notice as to when it will occur.
School Picture Day
Mid Autumn Festival
Upcoming Important Dates:
October
10/11: Picture Day
10/12: PTO Meeting, 7pm
10/18: 12:45 dismissal due to Professional Development/No lunch served. Aftercare begins at 12:45
10/24: School Closed for Diwali
10/31: Halloween Parade, 2:15pm