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WPE Community Newsletter - Week of April 24
Whispering Pines Elementary
We are PREPARED, We are RESPONSIBLE,
We OWN OUR ACTIONS,
We are UNIFIED, We are DISCIPLINED
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Email: wpe_connect@humbleisd.net
Website: https://www.humbleisd.net/Domain/1690
Location: 17321 Woodland Hills Drive, Humble, TX, USA
Phone: 281-641-2500
Twitter: @HumbleISD_WPE
WPE Vision:
Planting seeds, growing leaders🌿
A Word from the Administrators
Good Afternoon Families,
Check out the special last minute deal on yearbooks! Flyer below
As we move into the final 5 weeks of the school year I want to put out some reminders.
Dismissal- please do not pull into the front parking lot to pick up your child if you are not a bus/daycare/or approved because of a special situation. Buses are being blocked by cars and we have had two different collisions with bus vs. car in the last few weeks. If you need to pick up your child early please do so prior to 2:45 pm. It is very challenging to try to retrieve your child(ren) from dismissal areas after 2:45pm.
Please be mindful of how fast you pull into the parking lot on both sides. We have staff monitoring the entrances to insure that we can be safe and effective and we have had some near misses with cars speeding through the entrance past staff members.
Lunches - We are unable to accommodate 'door dash' or any other food delivery group. Please do not send any food delivery group to bring food for your child for lunch. PLEASE.
During STAAR testing (see calendar above) the campus is closed to visitors as schedules will be adjusted and we are maintaining district guidelines for testing requirements.
Be on the look-out for information from your child's teacher regarding end of the year family picnics and EOY conferences. We will also be posted information regarding your child next grade level on the website so be on the look-out!
Mrs. Myres and Mrs. Anaya
Please do not reply to this email. It is not monitored daily. Instead reach out directly to Wendy.Anaya@humbleisd.net or Celeste.Myres@humbleisd.net
WPE Important Information
UPCOMING EVENTS
APRIL
YEARBOOK ON SALE $18: 4-23 through 4-29
25: 5th Science STAAR
26: 5th Science STAAR make-up day
26: Administrative Professional Day
26: 5th Science STAAR Make-ups for absent students
27: Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast (see flyer below)
MAY
5: School Lunch Hero Day
6: Humble ISD Fine Arts Festival- see flyer below
8th - 12th: Teacher Appreciation Week
12: National School Nurse's Day
12: National Receptionist Day
17: GT Campus Expo 5:30-6:30pm
18: National Speech Pathologist Day
22: 3rd Grade End of Year Picnic- info coming in May
23: 5th Grade End of Year Awards Ceremony and Celebration- Info coming in May
24: Pre-K End of Year Picnic
2nd Grade End of Year Picnic
Kindergarten Performance and Picnic
25: 1st Grade End of Year Picnic
4th Grade End of Year Picnic
26: Last Day of School EARLY RELEASE 12:00
STAAR Testing Information ⭐⭐⭐⭐3rd - 5th Grade Parents
STAAR Testing will be taking place on the following dates:
4/25 5th Grade Science STAAR
5/2 5th Grade Math STAAR
5/3 4th Grade Math STAAR
5/4 3rd Grade Math STAAR
The campus will be closed to visitors on these dates. If your student is testing please make sure they have a good breakfast or get them to school by 7:45am to eat the campus breakfast, and have them to school on time. This test has been redesigned and the time limit has been removed. While most students will complete the test within 3 hours, they are allowed the entire day if needed. Please try to avoid picking your child up early on days they are scheduled to test. We will provide one snack and one water to each student. If you would like to send an additional snack, you are welcome to do so. Please try to send something healthy that can be eaten easily without a mess (ex. berries, grapes, cubed cheese, pretzels, beef jerky, etc.).No Takis or Cheetos etc. or liquid snacks such as fruit cups or pudding since it can compromise the technology used for testing. If you would like tips for helping prepare your student ahead of the test, check out How to Help My Child Prepare a couple of weeks in advance.
https://www.texasassessment.gov/staar-prepare
TEA page for parents
Thank you for partnering with us to help your child succeed!
COUNSELORS CORNER
Check out our 4th Quarter Counselor Newsletter
Great 8 Skill - Social Awareness - A child's capacity to interact with others in a way that shows respect for their ideas and behaviors, recognizes her/his impact on them, and uses cooperation and tolerance in social situations.
News from Nurse Lindsey
To get our students successfully through the STAAR test there are some test taking strategies you can implement at home.
1. A good, full night of sleep prior to the test. Eating a well balanced dinner followed by a full night of sleep gets the body and brain rested and ready to tackle the test.
2. Turning off the devices before bed. Reduce stimulation and the urge to stay up late on phones and tablets by turning them in to parents and powering them off.
3. Prep everything the night before. Locate all clothing and supplies and lay them out the night before. This can help reduce stress and save time in the morning.
4. Get to school a few minutes earlier than usual. This provides plenty of time for the restroom and to get settled and focused on test taking.
5. Parents/Families this one is for you! PUMP UP YOUR STUDENT! Providing your student with encouraging words and confidence will help to motivate them to truly do their best!
A. Lindsey Ferrell, BSN, RN, NCSN
Whispering Pines Elementary
(281) 641-2505
Order your Yearbook TODAY!!!
Hardcover = $25
Zoom current events insert = $3
Yearbook Stickys = $3
YBPay ID Code: 14419123
SCHOOL MARQUEE CELEBRATE YOUR STUDENT
This is not limited to birthdays only. If you are wanting to celebrate any accomplishments for your child, please feel free to reach out.
Please complete this form and return it to the office with $5 (cash only)
Names are displayed for one week, Monday through Friday.
This is a fundraiser for Whispering Pines Elementary PAC (Parent Advisory Committee)