WHS Principal Post September 2016
Monthly Principal Newsletter
September Welcome
Dear WHS Families,
It is hard to believe that September is now upon us! Time is flying by. I want to thank you all for the warm welcome that was given to me as I transitioned back to this amazing school. We have lots going on here at WHS in the days to come! Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns! It is my sincere goal to work in partnership with you for the academic and social emotional success of our WHS students!
Coming Soon! "Star Constellations" at WHS!
In the beginning of October, we will begin our WHS Star Constellation program! The word constellation is defined in the following way:
This will be an exciting way for us to build relationships with students throughout the school! Stay tuned for more information.
MAP Testing in September!
Throughout September-- MAP Testing: All students in grades K-5 will be assessed in the areas of math and reading using our computer- based MAP assessment. Students will either go to the computer lab, or test using Chromebooks in their classrooms. This is a district-wide assessment that we use to monitor student growth. The data from this assessment is used to identify students for either additional support or enrichment opportunities. MAP Assessment results will come home for your review prior to parent conferences in November.
#whs44 and #WeAre44
Follow us on Twitter! The easiest way for you to have a window into the happenings at WHS is through the use of twitter. Simply search "#whs44" and you will see all the tweets connected to WHS. You may also choose to follow individual teachers or staff members. If you are interested in checking out happenings across the district by searching "#WeAre44"
The use of Twitter is completely optional! Here in D44 and at WHS we believe that modeling the appropriate use of social media is helping our students along the path of digital citizenship. Please do not hesitate to ask if you have any questions!
September Dates to Note:
- MAP Testing - September 8th- 30th
- Friday, 9/9 PTA Movie Night- Zootopia, WHS Gym, 6:15- 8:15 pm
- Tuesday, 9/13 PTA Coffee, WHS All Purpose Room (A.P.R.), 9:00 - 10:00 am
- Wednesday, 9/14 Picture Day at WHS!
- 9/19- 9/30 WHS PTA "Walk & Roll", walk or bike to school!
- Monday, 9/19 WHS Buddy Bench Dedication, 3:30 pm
- Tuesday, 9/20 WHS PTA Meeting, LRC 7:00 pm
- Wednesday 9/21- EARLY RELEASE DAY, School ends at 1:15 pm.
- Wednesday 9/21- C.A.P. (Child Assault Prevention) Parent Presentation- Madison School, 6:30 pm
- Friday 9/23 - WHS PTA Run/ Walk on the WHS campus! 4-8pm
Ga Ga Ball at WHS!
The Ga Ga Ball pit is now installed at WHS! This addition to the fabulous WHS Learn and Play Gardens was made possible by the WHS PTA! Our students thank you tremendously!
WHS Buddy Bench
A HUGE Thank You goes out to the Grade 5 Junior Girl Scout Troop 42013 for the very generous donation of our WHS "Buddy Bench".
How it works:
-Go sit on the Buddy Bench if you’re looking for someone to play with
-Go sit on the Buddy Bench if you want to start a new game or if you want to meet someone new to play with
-Go sit on the Buddy Bench if you’re feeling lonely, left out or want to talk
Check out this link to learn more about what a "Buddy Bench" is! http://buddybench.org/
Our First EARLY RELEASE DAY is coming soon!
Please mark the dates below on your calendar! Students will be dismissed at 1:15 pm on Early Release Days.