Winter Hill Wildcat Weekly
October 13 2023
Principal's Message
It was another great week here at the Edgerly and Capuano. The weather was beautiful and we were able to have outdoor recess all week. The kitchen at Edgerly is up and running and we are now serving the same hot lunch as the rest of the district - Pizza day is back to Wednesdays!
Next week, we will have our first coffee hour. All are welcome to join us on Friday at 8:15 (either on the Otis Street play area or cafeteria depending on weather) to learn about our ELA and literacy curriculum. Thank you to the PTA for providing the refreshments.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Update from the PTA
Minutes of
Winter Hill Community Innovation School PTA
General Membership Meeting
October 5th 2023
PTA President Uma Murugan called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. A quorum was established with 16 PTA members in attendance.
President Murugan reported PTA’s vision & priorities for the year which include Principal’s Coffee Hours, classroom/grade projects, adaptive supports for AIM, Newcomer Academy, and enhancing opportunities to build collaboration and community across grades and programs.
President Murugan reported PTA’s activities & successes to date, including a summer fundraiser, submitting two grants (Whole Foods & NPTA), making progress on writing two SAC grants, and two restaurant fundraisers. President also noted the challenge of bringing the WHCIS community together to build collective power.
President Murugan reported an upcoming event: Wildcats vs Hawks basketball tournament.
PTA Treasurer Fran Carino reviewed the budget. There was a motion to approve the budget. The budget was approved by the majority. The budget is as follows:
Balance as of October 4th, 2023 $6606.69
Family Supportive Services Fund $3160.00
MPTA Member Dues $ 414.00 + more being collected
Principal’s Coffee Hours $ 500.00
Moving Forward Ceremony Grade 8 $3,500.00
New funds need to be raised for:
Grade Projects $7,750.00
Teacher Appreciation TBD
Fundraising Chair Tara Barreira reported plans for this school year, with a goal of raising $15,000. Fundraising Chair Barreira called for volunteers to assist with a number of upcoming fundraisers including WHCIS Calendars, Parent Happy Hours, employer donation matching, and more.
Prepared by Cassie Walston, WHCIS PTA Secretary
Healey Hawks vs Winter Hill Wildcats
Basketball Tournament
Teachers vs. Teachers
Who will come out on top?
Tickets are $5 per individual or $10 per family.
“Pay what you can” and “Sponsor another family” options available.
Click or scan the QR code to purchase.
October 26th from 4:30pm to 6pm.
@ the Healey Schoolyard behind the school building
Health Screenings
Please find a letter about health screenings here in all languages. Grades PK-7 all languages
If you would like your child to opt-out of screenings, please complete this form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemzDhKqStow7DsShItYRM3jmJWa5gVjwk0tSOC_lqEp8-sJA/viewform.
Coffee Hours
Each month, from October - May, we will host a coffee hour for parents and caregivers to discuss various topics.
All are welcome! Interpretation will be provided.
We will alternate between mornings (8:15 - 9:00) and afternoons (1:45 - 2:30). These will be held at the Otis Street Play Area (weather permitting) or in the cafeteria.
- October 20, 2023 8:15 - 9:00 --> ELA Curriculum: Come learn about our literacy and ELA (English Language Arts) curriculum and how families can support students at home
- November 17, 2023 1:45 - 3:00 --> Community Resource Fair: Come find out what resources are available in the community (This event will be longer and in the music & after school rooms.)
- December 15, 2023 8:15 - 9:00 --> Meet Our School Counselors: Come learn about the role of counselors in our school
- January 19, 2024 1:45 - 2:30 --> Online Safety: Come learn about how to keep students safe on the Internet
- February 16, 2024 8:15 - 9:00 --> Math Curriculum: Come learn about our math curriculum and how families can support students at home
- March 15, 2024 1:45 - 2:30 --> Summer Programming & Preparing for the Next School Year: Come find out what programs are available for students over the summer and how to support students transitioning to the next grade
- April 26, 2024 8:15 - 9:00 --> Autism Awareness & Acceptance: Come learn about autism, our AIM (Adapt*Include*Motivate) Program for students with autism, and acceptance for neurodiversity
- May 17, 2024 1:45 - 2:30 --> Supporting Healthy Lifestyles & Good Nutrition: Come learn about activities and supports for students to choose healthy activities and foods
Thank you to the PTA for sponsoring these coffee hours and your generous donations of coffee and snacks!
Wildcat Blog
We feature a different class on our Winter Hill Wildcat Blog each week.
This Week: Ms. Murphy
Next Week: Ms. Justin & Ms. Salazar
Important October Dates
October 19, 2023 - Governing Board Meeting @ Edgerly in Library 6 - 7:30 PM
October 20, 2023 - Principal Coffee Hour 8:15 - 9:00 AM @ the Otis Street Play Area
October 25, 2023 - Early Release Day
*PK dismissed at 11:30
*Kindergarten dismissed at 12:15
*Grades 1 - 8 dismissed at 12:00
Somerville Public Schools Calendar can be found here.
Winter Hill Community Innovation School
115 Sycamore Street
Somerville, MA 02145
School: 617-629-5680
Cell: 781-227-7861