Tiger Times
Summer Edition
2021-2022 School Year
Attendance Line Main Office
(402) 390-6480
Attendance Email
Early Ed/Club 66
(402) 390-8203
Message from Ms. Patterson...
Dear Families- I hope this newsletter finds you enjoying your summer and staying cool.
I would like to welcome our new families and teachers! We are excited to meet you and welcome you into the Sunset family. We will miss Mrs. Carroll, Ms. Assman and Mr. Mantzaris as they pursue new adventures. We welcome Mrs. Connolly (K), Mrs. Frost (4), Mrs. Ashley-Carnes (4), Mr. Clark (PE) and Ms. Gartner (EL) as they join our ever-growing team!
Our Back to School night will be on Thursday, August 12th from 5:30-6:30pm, at Sunset Hills. We are asking that families with the last names of A-K come from 5:30-6:00 and families with the last names of L-Z come from 6:00-6:30. This will also be a night to meet your teacher, see your classroom, meet classmates and find out about volunteer opportunities through our Community Club (parent/teacher organization). Feel free to bring your schools supplies that night.
Information on how to access class placement, for 1st-6th graders, will be sent out on Aug. 9th.
We do not have information about mask wearing at this time. We will follow district protocol once it is announced.
Enjoy your last weeks of summer. I look forward to seeing you all and hearing about your adventures! If you have any questions in the meantime, please email me at patterson.michelle@westside66.net
Ms. Patterson
Kindergarten thru 6th grade Back to School Sneak a Peek Night @ Sunset Hills
August 12th, 2021 5:30 pm-6:30 pm
Last names, A-K 5:30-6:00 pm
Last names, L-Z 6:00-6:30 pm
*Back to School Supplies can be brought that evening
August
12-Sneak-A-Peek, 5:30-6:30 pm
17-FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL, 8:30 am
17-Don & Millie's Night, 4-9 pm
31-Elementary Instrumental Music Curriculum Night & Parent Meeting at WMS, 6:30-7:30 pm
September
6-Labor Day-NO SCHOOL
7-Community Club Meeting, Media Room 6:30 pm
16-Curriculum Night/Edgerton Night
17-Spirit Day
21-Don & Millie's Night, 4-9 pm
24-PICTURE DAY
October
13-Parent/Teacher Conferences, 4 pm-8 pm
14-Parent/Teacher Conferences, 8 am-4 pm
14/15-Intercession-NO SCHOOL
18-Professional Learning-NO SCHOOL
19-Don & Millie's Night, 4-9 pm
22-Spirit Day
28-Parent Smart Generation Presentation, 6-7
Save the Date!
Kindergarten Parent Party
Thursday, August 26th, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunset Hills Pavilion
More info & RSVP here: https://sunsethillscommunityclub.membershiptoolkit.com/calendar/event/13038281
Join us for our first Sunset Hills Community Club Meeting of the 2021-2022 school year!
Tuesday, September 7th 6:30 p.m.
Sunset Hills School Library
Attention Fifth Grade Students and Parents
You are invited to BE A PART OF THE MUSIC! This fall, you will have the opportunity to do what so many successful students have done before you by being a part of Band and Strings! In the first three weeks of school we will be visiting all the buildings, demonstrating the instruments, and giving students the opportunity to select an instrument of their choice. We will have a parent meeting about our program on Tuesday, August 31 at 6:30 pm at Westside Middle School. All are welcome to attend to learn about elementary instrumental music and meet the teachers. We are excited to introduce your child to the world of instrumental music!
The Elementary Instrumental Music Staff
Gail Carpenter-Johnson, Michael Freeman, Viktoria Matheson and Ken Meints
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
Morning Arrival
Wednesday Dismissal
Attendance
This includes:
•Late Arrival-include lunch preference
•Absence-include reason for absence
•Early pick up/appointments
•Change of pick up arrangements
If your student is not in their classroom by 8:30 am they must come to the main office to sign in or they will be counted absent. Students coming or going during the day for appointments, illness, etc also must sign in and out through the main office.
Sunset Hills Community Club
If you had signed up last year you will need to review and update your account to re-activate it, you will be able to use the same login.
Access the site here & be sure to bookmark it:
Drop Off and Pick Up
Pick up/ Drop Off Main Door – 1st – 6th grades
Morning: Students may be dropped off between 8:20-8:30am at the front entrance. If your child is eating breakfast, they may be dropped off at 8:10am. There will be adult supervision from 8:10-8:30am.
Dismissal: Students will exit the building at 3:30pm (except for Wed 3:00pm). Parents enter the pick-up lane near the pool and queue up in the lane, nearest the sidewalk, to wait for students. We ask that if you are in the pick-up lane, you do not exit your vehicle. Parents may park in the lot in designated spots, if they choose to exit their vehicle. Please DO NOT park along the one way drive.
(Please see map below for traffic flow.)
Pick up/ Drop Off Kindergarten Door
Morning: Kindergarten students, and siblings, may be dropped off between 8:20-8:30am at the Kindergarten door (west side of building). If your child is eating breakfast, they may be dropped off at 8:10am at the main entrance. There will be adult supervision from 8:15-8:30am.
Dismissal: Students will exit the building at 3:30pm (except for Wed 3:00pm). Older siblings of Kindergarten students will be also asked to exit at the Kindergarten door.
Parents enter the pick-up lane near the pool, drive around the west parking lot and queue up in front of the K door to wait for students. We ask that if you are in the pick-up lane, you do not exit your vehicle. Parents may park in the lot in designated spots, if they choose to exit their vehicle. Please exit the parking lot to your right and follow the traffic out.
(Please see map below for traffic flow.)
Student Calendar
Breakfast/Lunch Information
Free Meals, Free/Reduced Applications Available
ALL Westside Community Schools students will receive FREE meals (breakfast & lunch) for the 21/22 school year. Meals are funded by the US Department of Agriculture, as an extension of waivers issued to provide safe, healthy food for children during the COVID-19 pandemic. •If your child orders extras or a la carte items, those items must be paid for.
An important note: if you qualify for Free or Reduced Meals, please fill out an application with Westside Community Schools! While meals are free for all students this school year, your application will ensure student benefits including discounts on computers, transportation, summer camps and more.
CLICK HERE to fill out your application.
MySchoolBucks
Advantages of using MySchoolBucks:
- View your student's meal purchases
- See current account balance at a glance
- Automatic reminders when student or staff balance gets low
- Schedule recurring payments and never worry about lunch money again
Click on the link to access: www.myschoolbucks.com
Getting started is a simple three-step process!
1. Download the app or visit the MySchoolBucks homepage and click on “Sign Up Free”.
2.Create a user profile with your email address, establish a password, and set up your security questions.
3. Add a Student to your account using the student’s name, date of birth, and/or student ID number. (Some schools and districts may require either the student’s date of birth or student ID number. If you need assistance with your student's ID, please contact their school.)
Now you’re ready to make payments!
MySchoolBucks Parent Support
1-855-832-5226
support@myschoolbucks.com
Online lunch menu may be viewed here: https://schools.mealviewer.com/school/SunsetHillsElementarySchool
Download the Westside Community Schools App!
The Westside Community Schools App is now available in the Apple Store and Google Play! Search Westside Community Schools, and you will see the Starman logo, signifying our app!
This is a free download for anyone with a smart phone or device. It draws data directly from Powerschool and our new websites, to compile all kinds of information for our families from lunch menus to news items and information, to calendars and posts from our social media.
Returning Student Registration
Returning Student Registrations for 2021-2022 MUST be completed for each currently enrolled student returning to Westside in August. Thank you to all of our families who have already completed this important process!
TO GET STARTED
- Log into your PowerSchool Parent Portal. (CLICK HERE)
- Select the student you wish to register along the top.
- Select the Student Registration icon on the left side for 2021-2022.
- Agree to the terms and conditions.
- Click Begin Forms.
PROBLEMS WITH POWERSCHOOL?
- If you aren't able to retrieve your log in credentials using the Having Trouble Signing In link on the Sign In page, please email powerschool.support@westside66.net for assistance.
Medication/Health Office
The health office must have a written, signed and dated Medication Authorization form from the parent or guardian requesting that his/her child be given medication during the school day (prescription or over-the-counter). This form is available in the office.
All medication must be brought to school and taken home from school by a parent. It must be in the original container, labeled with the child’s name, date prescribed, name of medication, directions for use, dosage information and the time the medica- tion is to be given.
Cough drops, and any over-the-counter medication must be in the original box/package, and a Medication Authorization form must be filled out. These medications are kept in the health office.
Scrapes and cuts are washed and bandaged, if needed. We do not and cannot use any ointment or cleaning product on an individual. If an injury is severe or questionable, a parent will be contacted.
All medication, including cough drops, must be picked up by a parent at the end of the duration. We will not send any medica- tion home with a child.
Dress Code Expectations
In order to ensure a positive learning environment where all feel comfortable and respected, please follow our dress expectations. We expect our students to wear clothing that:
Is clean, safe, and in good condition. Is considerate of others.
Is free of advertisements, graphics or language on drugs, alcohol, tobacco or violence.
Covers appropriately. Halter tops, bare shoulders, spaghetti straps, backless tops and short shorts are not acceptable.
Students will be asked to call home for a change of clothing if not dressed properly.
Personal Property Reminder
Students are reminded that all personal items, such as skateboards, ipods, toys, footballs, basketballs, etc., are not to be brought to school unless specifically requested by the classroom teacher. These items are costly and could be damaged or lost.
After School Plans
Please remember that after school plans should be made in the morning. Students are expected to be off school grounds by 3:45 pm (3:15 pm on Wednesdays). Each child should know what the after school plan is. Students going home with another child after school should make plans ahead of time.
Please remember to notify the school if there is an unexpected change of after school plans for your child. If you know in the morning, a note to the teacher and main office is always appreciated. We appreciate your cooperation in making sure your child is safe.
DON & MILLIE'S NIGHT
FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
Need Additional Support?
QUICK LINKS
Sunset Hills Elementary
Email: patterson.michelle@westside66.net
Website: https://sunsethills.westside66.org/
Location: 9503 Walnut Street, Omaha, NE, USA
Phone: (402) 390-6480
Twitter: @SunsetHills66