The Wildcat News
Western Hills Magnet Center - November 6, 2019
Principal's Message
Thank you to all who came out and made our 1st quarter conferences a success. Out of almost 350 students we had 293 families attend over the course of the two days. We know family engagement and involvement is a key factor in student success and thank you for being an important member of your student's educational team.
We had a grand time at the Harvest Festival on October 31st. There were so many fun and creative costumes of both the staff and students. A big thank you to the PTO for putting together great games and activities for all of our students...lots of FUN was had by all!!
Second quarter is underway and we will continue to work hard each and every day to make a difference with our youngsters. Here are some ways you can help too!
+Read, read, read. Read with your child or have him or her read every day!!!
+Make home a place for learning. Set up a quiet study area for homework.
+Make school important. Insist on good attendance, respectful behavior and
punctuality.
+Ask your child about school each day!
+Find time tor some physical activity together: take a walk, dance to music, run or jog,
a run, ride a bike or play at the park while the weather is nice!
Along with second quarter comes cooler weather as fall turns into winter. Please make sure your children are dressed appropriately for school. Western Hills students are outside in the morning before school and at dismissal. We also go outside after lunch for recess unless it is raining, snowing, or subzero weather! Coats, mittens, and hats are a necessity for cooler weather. Thanks for your help!
Also continue to check Friday folder contents, weekly papers, student folders, and assignment notebooks. All of these school-to-home communication forms help you to stay informed about your child’s education. Remember… when home and school work together, SUCCESS happens! Together we can make a positive difference in the lives of our children!
Mark your calendars….Come join us for our 1st PTO Turkey Bingo Family night on Thursday, November 21st beginning at 6 pm. Also students will be out for Thanksgiving Recess November 27th – 29th.
Mrs. Harbison
Welcome to our new 6th Grade Teacher - Mrs. Amill
Mrs. Amill has been teaching for OPS for 17 years. This is her first year at Western Hills. She likes the people here, "the teachers, administrators and students have all been very kind and welcoming. My class in particular has created a family environment where we look out for each other and have each other's backs!" Mrs. Amill feels her teaching super power is "creating positive relationships"-- where everyone can be themselves and accept our differences.
Outside of school she loves spending time with her family. Her kids are very involved in athletics which keeps them quite busy. She is also a lover of the outdoors, camping, fishing, hiking and snow skiing. We are so glad Mrs. Amill has joined our Western Hills family this year!
Martial Arts Classes at Western Hills - Preview Class - 11/5/2019
Time: 4:15 - 4;45
Cost: Free (we will offer sign ups at the pre-view class) **official class starts 11/11
Click on the button below to access the flyer.
** Parents musty accompany children, or be present to pick them up after the class**
Attendance Calls
Interested In Paying for Lunch Online?
Did you know you can pay for your child’s lunch online? If you have access to a computer visit the OPS webpage... Select Parents and then select Pay for Lunch. Once there you can create a new account and begin.
Is there an Omaha Public Schools teacher that deserves recognition?
A great teacher can turn a geography lesson into an exciting adventure or make a passing conversation become a life lesson. Our Western Hills community is fortunate to have so many great teachers! It’s why the Alice Buffett Outstanding Teacher Award was created more than 25 years ago—to recognize those teachers who have gone above and beyond to help their students in the classroom and in life. Nominate an OPS Teacher for this award, and tell us what he or she has done that has made a difference. Make your nomination by January 15, 2020 at http://buffettoutstandingteachers.org/
News From the Counseling Corner
Did you know we have a Zen Den at Western Hills?
November Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program
The theme for FFVP in November is healthy foods that might be served at your Thanksgiving meal. Here are the foods that will be served in November for our fresh fruit and vegetable program:
11/5 - Green Beans
11/7 - Pear Halves
11/12 - Potato Pieces
11/14 - Pomegranates
11/19 - Turnips
11/21 - Cranberries
Western Hills PTO - Activities and Information
R.O.A.R. PLEDGE
Did you know that every morning students recite our Western Hills pledge?
I am a Wildcat
I Respect people, places and things,
I Only use kind words and actions,
I Always do my best, and
I am Ready and willing to learn,
I am a Wildcat,
Hear me ROAR!!!
Ask your child to practice saying the ROAR pledge and ask what the pledge means to them.
School Portrait - Make Up Session
Wednesday, Nov 6, 2019, 08:30 AM
Western Hills Elementary School, Western Avenue, Omaha, NE, USA
Grade 5 - Fontenelle Forest
Wednesday, Nov 6, 2019, 09:15 AM
Fontenelle Forest, Bellevue Boulevard North, Bellevue, NE, USA
Grade 5 - Fontenelle Forest
Thursday, Nov 7, 2019, 09:15 AM
Fontenelle Forest, Bellevue Boulevard North, Bellevue, NE, USA
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