Wade King Elementary
March 2021
A Note from the Principal
Hello Wade King Families,
In the last week, we have welcomed back most of our 4th and 5th grade students. It feels so good to have so many students back in the building, and yet, because our classes are kept separate from each other, the building doesn't feel like it's full. As one of our students said as they started in-person learning last week, "It's weird to wear a mask all day... and it's totally worth it." There is a lot of JOY in our school building, from both kids and adults.
One of the things we have changed, to maximize social distancing, is a new dismissal routine. We are currently using announcements to dismiss students to each of our buses and are sending messages to teachers to dismiss students who are being picked up. We will soon be streamlining this routine with a new system that will let us check you in with a family number, at either the main pick-up/drop-off loop in front of the school or at the gate to the lower gravel parking lot. I will be sending out more information very soon!
If you are picking up your child from our pick-up/drop-off loop, please help us keep your child safe by reminding them to WAIT until your car has STOPPED before walking up to your car. We are teaching into this at school, but reminders from you would be great too!
As always, don't ever hesitate to connect with me if you have questions, concerns, ideas, or great stories. I love hearing from you!
With Gratitude,
Stephanie Johnson, Principal
Important Dates For February & March 2021
3/8 Bus Route times could change - more info below
3/8 Virtual Author Visit at 11am with Stuart Gibbs for 4th/5th Gr
3/11 PTA Meeting at 7:30pm via Zoom
3/14 Daylight Savings... clocks spring ahead!
3/18 Parent Connect with Ms. Wakefield at 4:30pm
3/26 Friday Fun Event - more info coming soon
3/31 5th Grade Exhibition Event... virtually!
4/5 to 4/9 NO SCHOOL for Spring Break
Contact Information
Stephanie Johnson (Principal) Stephanie.Johnson@bellinghamschools.org
(360) 676-6470 ext 2400 OR (360) 201-7801
Greg Holmgren (Assistant Principal) Gregory.Holmgren@bellinghamschools.org
(360) 676-6470 ext 2460 OR (360) 961-8539
Jaymie Wakefield (Counselor) Jaymie.Wakefield@bellinghamschools.org
(360) 676-6470 ext 2420 OR (360) 746-5319
Do You Need Tech Support?
Mrs. Hunter and Mrs. Anderson are always ready to help! You can also call our school office at 360-647-6840. Tell them your child's name, teacher's name, the best number to call you at, and as much detail as you can about the problem you are having.
Mrs. Hunter (Library Media Specialist)
Julie.Hunter@bellinghamschools.org
360-255-6872
Mrs. Anderson (Ed Tech Coach)
Hana.Anderson@bellinghamschools.org
360-255-2335
HEALTH ATTESTATION for In-Person Learning
I am grateful for the diligence of our school community, in checking their child daily for symptoms of illness and keeping symptomatic children home from school. All families have filled out our District Health Attestation for their child at least once, as a reminder of the symptoms to watch for. You will receive an email each quarter asking you to fill it out again, for each of your children. If you ever have any questions about whether or not your child can come to school, don't hesitate to call our office at 360-647-6840. We're here to help!
FRIDAY FUN Hat Day
Bus Route Times Could Change - March 8th
You Are Invited - PTA Meeting March11th at 7:30pm
The Wade King PTA has continued to support our school… virtually! You are invited to join their next meeting to share your ideas for family engagement. Do you have ideas for a virtual family night? How could the PTA help families connect and support one another?
Join us on Thursday, March 11th via Zoom to share your ideas and/or hear the ideas of others. The Zoom link for the meeting will be posted on the Wade King PTA website the day of the meeting. Hope to see you online!
If you haven't yet joined our PTA, you can learn more about our PTA and even become a member by visiting their website. Becoming a member does not mean you have to volunteer!
Parent Connection & Conversation with Ms. Wakefield - March 18th at 4:30 pm
Hello Wade King Families!
February's Parent Connection topic was on feelings of anxiety in children. If you wanted to join the discussion and were unable to, I invite you to check out the resources I shared and/or email me. I'd love to connect!
March's Parent Connection topic will focus on a new Parent Resource from Sound Discipline. You can check it out below.
Please join us Thursday, March 18th at 4:30 for Parent Connection to discuss this topic and/or other topics you are wanting support with. This is a time to share questions, struggles, strategies, and resources. Join with this Zoom link.
You can also always connect with Jaymie Wakefield, School Counselor, via Email or call 360-746-5319.
Schoolwide FRIDAY FUN Event - March 26th
At the end of March, we will have another FRIDAY FUN Event, planned by our Student Leadership Team. More information about this even will be coming soon!
Bellingham Community Meals - March 27th
Wade King Clubs WEDNESDAY Mornings
Mrs. Bergquist, Mrs. Barclay, and Mr. Jim help facilitate Wednesday Clubs at Wade King. This is a great opportunity for students to connect with friends. The topics will rotate and are always posted for the following week in our Friday News for Kids. The topics below are for next week.
Wednesdays...
Use this Zoom link to join ANY of these clubs… https://bellinghamschools.zoom.us/j/86382618934
Kindergarten, 1st Grade, & 2nd Grade Clubs
Lego/Building Club from 9:15am-9:45am
Drawing Club from 10:45am-11:15am
3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Clubs
Lego/Building Club from 10:00am-10:30am
Drawing Spring Flowers Club from 11:30am-12:00pm
4th and 5th Graders are invited to Yeti!
Wednesdays at 9:00-9:30am with Mrs. Hunter.
Check your Seesaw for the Zoom link and planned activity for the week.
Meal Boxes... WEDNESDAYS 4:00-5:30pm
Weekly meal box distribution has returned to Wednesdays at the regular 21 locations. Wade King is one of those locations! Drive through our pick up/drop off loop for a FREE 7-day meal box for each child in your family.
If you need additional support, please contact the Family Resource Center now by filling out the help form or calling 360-676-6456. Visit their website for more information on times and locations.
Wade King Family Handbook 2020-21
5th Grade Exhibition
Announcing Our WK Virtual Talent Show!
Ms. Wakefield's ZOOM Office Hours - WEDNESDAYS from 10-11am
Students and families are encouraged to join Ms. Wakefield for her Zoom office hours.
Join with this link!
Mrs. Wakefield's Virtual Counseling Office
Confidential Counseling Connection Form
Ways to Help Our PTA Earn Money
Another way to help our PTA earn money is by linking your Fred Meyers Reward card to Wade King PTA 8.3.37. A percentage of your spending goes right back to our PTA and it does not impact your other rewards.
Safe Schools Reporting and Tip Line
Students, parents or community members who have information, tips, or concerns regarding a safety issue in our schools are encouraged to text or call 844-310-9560 or visit bellinghamschools.org/safe for confidential, anonymous, two-way communication with our safety staff.
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Wade King Elementary School
Email: Stephanie.Johnson@bellinghamschools.org
Website: http://wadeking.bellinghamschools.org/
Location: 2155 Yew Street Road, Bellingham, WA, USA
Phone: (360) 647-6840
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Twitter: @WadeKingElem