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Winfield Elementary Newsletter - January 5, 2018
Winfield Elementary School Improvement Goals
All students will demonstrate measurable growth and achievement in reading.
All students will demonstrate measurable growth and achievement in mathematics.
From the Principal, Mrs. Alonzo
The start of a new year is a great time to review our safety procedures. Please take a look at Winfield's Top Ten list for arriving and exiting school safely. All are very important!
- Students ENTER the building through the CAR RIDER LINE. If you pull up after 9:03, you will need to park and walk your child in. They are marked tardy at 9:05.
- Students EXIT the building through the CAR RIDER LINE. Parents do not come into the office to pick children up unless there is a scheduled appointment. This should be a once-in-a-while occurrence, not every day.
- The CAR RIDER LINE is a DOUBLE LINE. Cars do not merge until the final light pole.
- Cars ENTER THE LOT from the SOUTH entrance during arrival/dismissal time. This prevents cars from blocking the BUS entrance (the NORTH entrance).
- All cars have NAMES DISPLAYED IN FRONT WINDOWS. If you need a new sign for your car, please stop in the office!
- Baby it's cold outside! Make sure your student has a HAT, GLOVES, and COAT each day. It's cold entering and exiting the building. Boots (and shoes to change into) are great as well!
- Practice PATIENCE in the line. Be courteous to others when merging. We move as quickly as we can while promoting safety for all.
- Please refrain from using CELL PHONES while the line is in motion. When all drivers are alert and focused, we can move through arrival/dismissal quickly and safely.
- CAR RIDER CHANGES are called into the office by 3pm. Don't assume that an email to a teacher during the day will make it's way to the office. The best way to ensure your child's name is televised at the end of the day is to call the office!
- KEEP OUR AIR SAFE FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF! Idling cars (even in this COLD weather!) are prohibited near school buildings. If your car is not in motion, it must remain turned off. Smoking is also prohibited on school property. This includes inside of vehicles on our premises.
Thank you for making our 2018 a safe one for our school!
Winfield Elementary- 663-2287 ext. 19001
From the Positive Behavior Coach, Mrs. Sims
Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
Over the next several weeks, I will be sharing information about the importance of social emotional learning in elementary schools and how it correlates with academic success. Social emotional learning focuses on how one is able to manage their emotions and respond to other’s emotions. At Winfield Elementary, we pride ourselves on the education of the whole child. We strive to inspire our students to maintain positive relationships while in pursuit of academic excellence.
Contact Information:
Winfield Elementary- 663-2287 ext. 19602
From the Media Center, Mrs. Poer
Students who are working on AR goals are able to work towards a DOUBLE DONUT PARTY! Any student who doubles their teacher set AR goal will earn a ticket to the event. We will be celebrating on January 19th at 9:15 am. All AR points must be earned by 12:00 pm on January 11th to qualify!
Contact Information:
Winfield Elementary- 663-2287 ext. 19111
From the School Nurse, Mrs. Taylor
The flu season is upon us! Please be sure to keep your child home from school with a fever above 100.0. They should not return to school until fever-free (without the use of Tylenol/Advil) for 24 hours. It can also be helpful if cough persists to give a long acting cough medicine in the morning before school. This will help prevent continuous coughing during class time. Please keep in mind that any medicine (prescribed by a doctor or over the counter) cannot be given at school without a doctor’s order and a parent note. This includes cough drops, cough medicine and nasal sprays. Please feel free to contact me with any questions regarding sending medications to school.
Please review attached information regarding common issues that are more prevalent in the fall and winter seasons:
https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/lice/head/parents.html
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/season/flu-season-2017-2018.htm
Contact Information:
Winfield Elementary- 663-2287 ext. 19081
Help us celebrate our GREAT TEACHERS...
Students, parents, and fellow colleagues can access The Times Teacher Appreciation Form at www.nwitimes.com/forms/teachers_appreciation/ and nominate a teacher who excels in the classroom. Nominators are kept confidential…their information is not printed in the paper.
Loads of Lost & Found!
Outdoor Recess Guidelines
Because we have limited protection from the weather in our open playground, we use the guideline of 20 degrees when deciding if we should go outside. This temp includes the windchill, so the air temperature may be closer to 30, but if the "real feel" is nearer 19-20, we will remain indoors. Please know that when we do go outside, students must be dressed appropriately, which included snow pants/boots when there is accumulated snow.
2018-2019 Kindergarten Registration
Registration for Fall Kindergarten classes will be held Thursday, February 15, 2018, and Tuesday, February 20, 2018. The schedule for each elementary building is shown below. Kindergarten students must be five (5) years of age on or before August 1, 2018 in order to enroll for the 2018-19 school year. It is not mandatory for students to come with their parents to registration, but they are welcome.
The following documents are required at the time of registration:
1. Child’s certified birth certificate (not hospital certificate)
2. Immunization record
3. Child’s Social Security Card
4. Three documents from the following are required to prove residency: utility bills (Nipsco, Water), deed or mortgage statement, or Lake County Tax Bill.
5. Driver’s license or state photo ID with the current address.
School, Date, and Registration Time
Lake Street: Thursday, February 15, 2018 from 9:30-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM
MacArthur: Thursday, February 15, 2018 from 9:30-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM
Timothy Ball: Thursday, February 15, 2018 from 9:30-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM
Eisenhower: Tuesday, February 20, 2018 from 9:30-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM
Solon Robinson: Tuesday, February 20, 2018 9:30-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM
Winfield: Tuesday, February 20, 2018 9:30-11:00 AM & 1:00-3:00 PM
Please note that kindergarten classes will be held on the day of registration at the individual buildings.
School Hours 9:05 a.m. - 3:44 p.m.
*ALL TRANSPORTATION CHANGES MUST BE CALLED INTO THE OFFICE BEFORE 3 PM.
All children are dismissed through the car rider line. Parents do not come inside the building during dismissal. Please review the Arrival/Dismissal Map here: Traffic Map
Note: If you are a car rider, please prominently display your child's full name in your dashboard each time you pick them up.
The school office is open daily from 7:30 am-4:30 pm. If you have Transportation questions after hours, please call 219-663-1465.
Attendance
School Attendance: 95.4%
Kindergarten: 93.8% First Grade: 96.2% Second Grade: 96.0%
Important Dates
January 2017
5th-end of month- mClass Testing
6th- Parents Night Out @ Midwest Gymnastics 7:00-9:00 pm
10th- Wildcat Wednesday
11th- Half Day Dismissal @ 12:14 pm
12th- NO SCHOOL; Teacher Work Day
15th- MLK Day; SCHOOL IS IN SESSION
19th- Double Donut Day
24th- PTO Meeting @ Jerry Ross- 4:15 pm
25th- Student of The Month Breakfast
February 2017
6th- Half Day Dismissal @ 12:14 pm
14th- Valentine Celebrations (as determined by teacher)
15th- Midterm Q3 Progress Review
19th- President's Day No School; Possible Make-Up Day
20th- Kindergarten Registration for 2018-2019 (9:30-11 & 1-3 pm)
Student Birthdays
If you choose, non-food items may be substituted your child may commemorate their special day by bringing a small treat for their classmates (pencil, bookmark, sticker, etc.), dedicating a book to the classroom (and placing a special birthday bookplate inside), or you may purchase birthday ice cream tickets for the class to be served in the cafeteria.
We do invite all students to visit the office on their special day for a treat from the staff!
From The Cafeteria, Mrs. Smith
Meal Prices
Student Breakfast: $1.50 Student Lunch: $2.25
Adult Lunch: $3.25 Milk Only: $0.40
Funding Cafeteria Accounts
Send cash or check payable to Winfield Elementary Cafeteria in a sealed envelope with your child' name, teacher, $ amount, and "Cafeteria" clearly written on the front. Payments may also be made online by visiting www.mymealtime.com. The required passcode is the same as the child's Student ID in RDS.
Next guest lunch day: Friday, February 9th
Only one guest per student is permitted. Student may only dine with his/her parent or guardian. No siblings. No fast food. Thank you! All visitors must have ID and be checked in through SafeVisitor.
Birthday Ice Cream
Orders must be sent in to the cafeteria one week prior to the date it will be served. Tickets are $0.75 per child. Please call the cafeteria to place your order.
Contact Information:
Winfield Elementary- 663-2287 ext. 19603
Cafeteria Menu- Week of January 8-11
Monday
Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza OR Breakfast Bar/Cereal
Lunch: Pretzel & Cheese Sauce OR Fruit & Granola Yogurt Parfait, Silly Dilly Green Beans, Fresh Vegetables, Crazy Applesauce, Fresh Fruit, Milk
Tuesday
Breakfast: Pancake Wrap OR Chocolate Chip French Toast
Lunch: Walking Taco/Regular Taco OR Cheesy Beef Nachos, Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, Rocket Red Peppers, Golden Peaches, Fresh Fruit, Milk
Wednesday
Breakfast: Egg & Cheese Sandwich OR Breakfast Bar/Cereal
Lunch: Breaded Chicken Sandwich OR Pizza, Corn, Sliced Cucumbers, Mandarin Oranges, Fresh Fruit, Milk
Thursday
Breakfast: Egg & Cheese Burrito OR Whole Grain Donuts
Lunch: NO LUNCH SERVED; Half Day
Friday
NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS; TEACHER WORK DAY
Daily Lunch Option: Sliced Ham on Fresh Baked Sub Bun OR Turkey Chef Salad
Winfield/Jerry Ross PTO News
PARENTS NIGHT OUT!
Join us on Saturday, January 6th from 7-9 pm for the next night out at Midwest Gymnastics. The cost is $10 per child, with half of that going right to the Winfield/Jerry Ross playground fund.
BOX TOP CONTEST
The second Box Top contest ends Friday January 26th, 2018. We are collecting Best Choice UPC labels. Each UPC earns the schools 3 cents. Aunt Millie's School Spirit UPC earns the school 5 cents each.
BOX TOP APP-DOWNLOAD!
You can download a Box Top Bonus App and scan in your bar codes directly! Visit the link HERE to join! Walmart is offering an incentive to buy 5 items and earn 50 bonus Box Tops. See the information HERE!
PTO MEETING
The next PTO meeting is scheduled for January 24th at 4:15 pm. We will meet in the Jerry Ross library. Join us!
SCRIP ORDERS
We are taking orders for the next batch of SCRIP cards! If you purchase gift cards, the school earns a portion back! Take a look at the document below for complete details, including ordering instructions! You can purchase gift cards for your everyday needs: groceries, gas, and more!
Extracurricular & Community News
Winfield Elementary
Email: jalonzo@cps.k12.in.us
Website: www.cps.k12.in.us/Domain/843
Location: 13128 Montgomery Street, Crown Point, IN, United States
Phone: 219-663-2287
Twitter: @WinfieldElem