The Puma Pride
Week of March 18, 2019
Message from the Principal
Hello Willow Dale Families!
Happy spring! We are looking forward to the first day of spring on Wednesday, March 20. There was quite a bit of excitement this week, especially in the kindergarten, first grade, and second-grade hallways with leprechauns on the loose in the classrooms. On March 14, Pi (π) Day was celebrated in the fifth-grade math classrooms.
The March Madness basketball Tournament is off to a good start. All of the teams played well. Congratulations to the winning teams and good luck this week as you move to the championship round.
Our classrooms continue to visit the Planetarium to learn more about the solar system and are making connections to the science they learned in the classroom.
Students in grades 3, 4, and 5 started a new Khan Academy Challenge. Please encourage the students to work on their assigned modules at home. Our recent NWEA MAP data showed that students who worked on Khan Academy for 30 minutes or more per week showed the most growth in math. Congratulations to all of the students who met their goals and completed or exceed their grade level! Keep up the awesome work!
We are looking forward to recognizing our parents who have taken on the Khan Academy Challenge. If you need more information about the parent or student challenge, reach out to Mr. Corey to get started (coreco@centennialsd.org).
The Harlem Wizards versus the Dunkin' Dales tickets are selling fast. To purchase tickets, see below.
Don't miss out on the Gals and Pals event on Friday evening, March 22. Mr. Julius and I are anticipating a fun night with the Willow Dale girls and their special guests.
Enjoy the spring weather ahead. Have a great week!
Cathy Perkins
Parent Khan Academy Challenge
March Madness Championship Game
The District Championship Game will be held at McDonald Elementary on Wednesday, March 27 at 4 PM.
Guys and Gals Sweet Heart Dance
Dunkin' Dales versus the Harlem Wizards- Tickets Selling Fast!
Save the date! On Thursday, March 28th, at 6:30 PM Willow Dale staff members will be facing off against the Harlem Wizards. Come to William Tennent and watch our "Dunkin' Dales" play an epic game of basketball. Tickets will be sold prior to the event for $8.00 a person. Night-of-event tickets will be $10.00 a person. Refreshments and merchandise will be available for purchase at the game.
https://harlemwizards.thundertix.com/orders/new?performance_id=2171585
Be a Superhero! Help Support Autism Awareness!
Family Paint Night Fundraiser
Friday, April 12, 2019 from 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Are You in Need of an Easter Meal?
2019 PSSA Dates
All elementary schools will administer the PSSA on the following schedule. More information will be forthcoming.
- English and Language Arts--April 23 to April 25, 2019
- Math--April 29 & April 30, 2019
- Science (Grade 4 Only)--May 1, 2019
Make-up Testing Windows
- ELA, Math, Science-Through May 3, 2019
Guys and Gals Event (dance - for female students)
Friday, Mar 22, 2019, 06:30 PM
Willow Dale Elementary School, North Norristown Road, Warminster, PA, USA
Dunkin Dales vs. Harlem WIzards
Thursday, Mar 28, 2019, 06:30 PM
William Tennent High School, Centennial Road, Warminster, PA, USA
Open House and Young Authors Night
Thursday, Apr 11, 2019, 05:45 PM
Willow Dale Elementary School, North Norristown Road, Warminster, PA, USA
Family Paint Night Fundraiser
Friday, Apr 12, 2019, 06:00 PM
Willow Dale Elementary School, North Norristown Road, Warminster, PA, USA
Bus Change Request Procedures
If on a single occasion, your child must ride a different bus at dismissal due to an emergency/childcare purposes, the following must be done to facilitate the change:
- Requesting parent must send written notice (email or note) to the student’s teacher with the following information:
- Identify the bus (by number) in which the student will need to ride that day
- The reason for the request
- Name and address of the childcare provider
The childcare provider/parent must also send written notice to the student’s teacher advising of the childcare arrangement for that day.
The notes will be reviewed and signed by the principal and forwarded to Transportation to put the temporary bus change in effect.
Childcare Arrangements forms are only required for the following needs:
Any ongoing childcare needs that follow a specific schedule
Late arrival and early dismissal arrangements
Thank you for your continued support in following these procedures!
March Rotation Calendar
Willow Dale Elementary School
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Email: perkca@centennialsd.org
Website: https://www.centennialsd.org/Domain/692
Location: 720 North Norristown Road, Warminster, PA, USA
Phone: 215-441-6093
Twitter: @Willow_Dale_ES