Worthington Park Shark Sentinel

Friday, February 18th, 2022

Dear Worthington Park Families,

What an exciting week at Worthington Park Elementary! We kicked off the week with Valentine's Day celebrations on Friday and Monday and ended the week with a return to snowy mornings and an amazing FUNdraiser night from our PTA on Thursday night with Hot Chicken Takeover. While we are sad to be closed this coming Monday, we are excited to welcome the kids back on Tuesday and have an action-packed week.


Have a wonderful and safe weekend! Please take a few minutes to review the information below and GO SHARKS!


-Principal Garrity

(pgarrity@wscloud.org)

(614) 450-5500

School Closed on Monday

Just a reminder to all families that Worthington Park Elementary and Worthington Schools will be closed on Monday, February 21st in observance of President's Day. We look forward to reopening on Tuesday, February 22nd.

Read Across America Week 2/28-3/4

It is that time of year again! Worthington Elementary Schools are gearing up to celebrate Read Across America Week. Read Across America Week is an annual celebration of all things reading where teachers, librarians, educators, and families celebrate the power of books and build awareness around programs that support students from all communities.


At Worthington Park, we will celebrate Read Across America with a different theme each day during the week of February 28th. Please see the attached flyer if your child would like to participate.

Heading to Middle School Next Fall? Open House 3/1

Worthingway Middle School

What: 6th Grade Orientation

When: Tuesday, March 1st, 7-8:30 pm

Where: Worthingway Middle School (we will start in the school gym)


The Worthingway Middle School Staff is excited to welcome our incoming Cardinals!! Please join us on Tuesday, 3/1 from 7-8:30 pm. We will have a brief introduction in the Worthingway gym. From there, families and students will be able to tour Worthingway, meet teachers, and ask questions. We look forward to seeing you on March 1st!


Perry Middle School


What: 6th Grade Orientation

When: Tuesday, March 1st, 7:00 pm

Where: Perry Middle School



If your family lives in Perry Middle School's attendance area (Slate Hill Home School) your child is set to attend Perry Middle School next Fall. Perry is also having an open house on March 1st. Please join Mrs. Robertson-Perry Principal & the staff as we welcome the next class of Wolves to Perry!

After Schools Snack with Worthington Libraries

Worthington Libraries are happy to announce that the library has been working with Children’s Hunger Alliance and have just been approved to offer shelf-stable after schools snacks! Available now, each Worthington Libraries location will offer snacks for children up through age 18 (19 if still in HS) from 4-5 pm Monday through Friday. The snacks will be "grab and go" and not to be eaten in the library.


See you at the library!

Worthington State of the Schools

Dr. Bowers and the Worthington Board of Education invite you to join us for the Worthington State of the Schools Event. This is a great opportunity to hear about all of the amazing things happening in Worthington Schools.



Wednesday, March 9th at 6:30 p.m. at Worthington Kilbourne High School

Kindergarten Registration 2022-2023


In November, the Worthington Welcome Center started enrolling students for Kindergarten for the 2022-2023 school year.

Here are important dates to know:

  • RIGHT NOW :) - Kindergarten enrollment is open
  • February 25, 2022 - Final Day of Welcome Center appointments before the All-Day Kindergarten lottery
  • March 4, 2022 - Schools needing lotteries will be announced on the Worthington website
  • March 11, 2022 - All-Day Kindergarten Lottery
  • March 14, 2022 - Information on lottery, waitlists and enrollment options sent to parents


You can find more information and start the process here at the Worthington School's Website: https://www.worthington.k12.oh.us/domain/746

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Important Dates to Remember

Monday, February 21: No School (President's Day)

Friday, February 29th: Worthington Park PTA Skate Party 5 pm- 9 pm

Monday, February 28th-March 4th: Read Across America Week

Tuesday, March 1st: Middle School Open House (Worthingway & Perry Middle School) 7-8:30 pm

Wednesday, March 9: State of Schools Presentation Worthington Kilbourne High School at 6:30 pm

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Skate Zone 71 Fundraiser

When: Friday, February 25th

Where: Skate Zone 71

Time: 5 pm - 9 pm

Cost: $2 admission $4 skate rental


Proceeds from the event go to supporting the Worthington Park Parent Teacher Association and your students!


If you misplaced your flyer, please see the attached one here with more information about the Skate Party!

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