WESTBROOK NEWS & UPDATES
MAY 2023
WESTBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Important Upcoming Dates
May 1 - No School - Teacher Work Day
May 4 - Family Engagement Night (Reschedule of Amazing Arthur the Magician) @ 6pm
May 5 - Fun Run - 2:00-3:30pm
May 9 - Community Club Meeting @ 6:30pm
May 16 - Family Engagement Night - 6pm
May 19 - Parent Picnic at Westbrook during regular lunch time
May 23 - Talent Show - 2:30pm
May 26 - Last Day of School (12pm Dismissal)
Fun Run
Parents are welcome to come join our Fun Run and cheer on your student(s). Students will be running around the softball fields to the West of our building. We encourage you to park in the softball parking lots off of Western.
K/1st/3rd runs from 2:00 to 2:20
5th/6th runs from 2:25 to 2:45
2nd/4th runs from 2:50 to 3:10
If you haven't registered yet, please do so and share with friends and families so that they can pledge money to your student! Register here: Booster
Parent Picnic Info
On Friday, May 19th, we will be hosting our parent picnic. Parents will be able to come eat lunch with their students on the hill to the West of school. Your student will eat during their regular lunch time and parents have the chance to join them for lunch. Parents will be responsible for bringing their own food. Students will get a hot dog sack lunch.
Lunch Times:
Kindergarten - 11:10-11:30
2nd Grade - 11:20 - 11:40
1st Grade - 11:35 - 11:55
3rd Grade - 11:45 - 12:05
4th Grade - 12:05 - 12:25
6th Grade - 12:25 - 12:45
5th Grade 12:45 - 1:05
Reach out Mr. Stevens if you have any questions.
Dress Code Reminders
As it gets warmer, please remember to talk with your students about appropriate dress at school. Things that we reiterate to students as the weather gets warmer is to remember that the bottom of the shirt needs to meet the top of the pants, tank top shoulders need to be two finger-widths wide, and short length needs to be appropriate.
Resources for Parents
We are just a few weeks away from the start of summer break 2023! While this time of year brings excitement and anticipation, it can also lead to feelings of anxiousness and uncertainty for students and their families. The Child Mind Institute reports that kids, particularly those students with mental health issues, benefit from structure. The school year provides this structure and routine naturally, whereas the summer months tend to be more relaxed and flexible. While the break is often enjoyable, it can also lead to frustration, panic, and the always popular, “I’m bored.” Luckily, there are some simple ways to merge structure and routine with fun and spontaneity while also keeping students’ bodies and minds healthy and prepared for the upcoming school year. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Child Mind Institute outline several ways to make this happen including setting goals, giving students new responsibilities, and creating fun opportunities for learning. The Child Mind Institute article also includes suggestions for students with disabilities and/or mental and behavioral health challenges. A "Summer Bucket List" graphic is also attached. Please visit the links below to learn more.
https://www.cdc.gov/healthyschools/features/active_summer.htm
https://childmind.org/article/strategies-for-a-successful-summer-break/
