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Rockbrook's Monthly Newsletter | April 2022 Edition
Autism Acceptance Month & Light it Up Blue!
While Autism Acceptance day lands on a weekend, we want to show our support at Rockbrook for inclusion, belonging and dignity. On Monday, April 4th, wear blue and/or puzzle designed prints, a popular symbol showing support and acceptance for individuals with Autism.
Further resources can also be accessed from the UNMC, Monroe-Meyer Institute (click here). Community events include:
- Bob Shines for World Autism Day! - see the Bob Kerry Bridge lit up blue!
- The Common Senses Festival sneak peek before it opens to the public! KANEKO, 1111 Jones Street Omaha, NE
- The I Spy Billboard Contest on Facebook (click for details)... and much more!
Check Out What's Happening In EY!
Parents,
We know it's hard to think about school supply shopping. That is why we are so excited to announce a new partnership with 1st Day School Supplies!
This year, 1st Day School Supplies is going to help parents and teachers get the exact supplies needed for next school year without the headache of shopping at WalMart, Target or Staples.
We have personally found 1st Day School Supplies to be convenient, easy and hassle free! Plus, they have guaranteed competitive prices on the highest quality brands, including the germ fighting brands like Purell and Lysol. Why not check school supply shopping off your list now! You can make your purchase right now, get started by clicking the link below:
NSCAS - Nebraska Annual State Testing
Check Out These Current and Former Bulldogs!
Local FIRST Lego League (FLL) Team Gizmo Gang won the First Place Champions Award and the Robot Performance Award at the Nebraska State competition. The Champion Award is presented to the team that demonstrates having a balanced, strong performance across all judging categories – Core Values, Robot Design, Innovation Project, and Robot Performance.
Gizmo Gang will advance to the FIRST Championship World Festival in Houston where they will compete against 100 teams from around the world. In addition, the teams Innovative Project, earned the Global Innovation Award Nomination. The team has been invited to participate in a separate competition showcasing their innovative project for the opportunity to be chosen for a separate 20 team global competition later this summer.
Team members include two Westside Middle School 8th Graders, Liam C. and Aaron T., Henry T. from Westside, Rockbrook Elementary and Grace W. from OPS.
The Rockbrook Read-A-Thon, Time to Turn In Forms!
Drop Off and Pick Up Times
Breakfast: Students may enter at 8:05am
Drop Off: Students may arrive at 8:10am
(Please do not drop students off before this time unless they are coming in to eat breakfast.)
School Entry: Teachers bring students in at 8:20am
Our School Day Begins at 8:30
Dismissal: Regular Dismissal is at 3:30pm, 3:00 on Wednesdays (starting 1/20)
Water Bottle Reminder
A reminder that due to health precautions we currently do not have drinking fountains available to students. We ask that students bring a water bottle with them daily. Especially as we approached dry, winter air, keeping well-hydrated is important. When students do not have a water bottle with them one is provided, however, we need your help to ensure we do not run out of our reserve supply. Please be sure to send a clean water bottle with your child each day and remind them to bring it home for regular cleaning.
ROCKBROOK PBIS SKILLS Mar. 28th - Apr. 1st
Each week we focus on a Social Skill and a School-Wide Expectation as a part of PBIS (Positive Behavior in School) program. Reviewing these expectations and using similar language at home can help to reinforce your child making positive choices both at school and home.
Rockbrook is Hiring!
Kindergarten Enrollment for District Residents
Do you live in the District and have a child who will be ready for Kindergarten this fall? Do you know of other Westside residents with children who will be ready to start school in August?
Kindergarten enrollment for 2022-23 school year begins January 24. Parents of eligible students should go to westside66.org to begin the enrollment process as early as possible on or after January 24. Students entering kindergarten for 2022-23 must be five years old by July 31, 2022. Parents may opt to hold their children out of kindergarten for an additional year. However, Nebraska state law mandates that a child who reaches six years of age prior to January 1 of the then-current school year must be enrolled in school.
If you have questions, you may call the Westside Welcome Center at 402-390-2100.
Requirements for Early Admission to Kindergarten
In accordance with Nebraska Statute 79-214, the Westside Community Schools allows for admission of children residing in the District as early entrance kindergarteners through a locally designed testing program. Children of District residents who wish to be tested for early entrance must turn five between August 1 and October 15, 2022. For further information regarding early entrance to kindergarten, please call 402-390-3303.
Welcome to Rockbrook Elementary - Home of the Bulldogs
The mission of Rockbrook Elementary School, a diverse community of learners, is to foster learning by providing a quality educational experience within a secure and challenging environment.
Email: rockbrook.66@westside66.net
Website: http://rockbrook.westside66.org
Location: 2514 South 108th Street, Omaha, NE, USA
Phone: 402-390-6475
Facebook: facebook.com/RockbrookElementary
Twitter: @Rockbrook66