Whiteley Wildcat Update
February 21, 2020
It was a short week but a week filled with learning. It was great to walk into classrooms and have students share their writing ideas with me as they worked from their drafts into their final published copy. In math classes, many grade levels are learning about measurement, area, capacity, and fractions. Many of our 3rd grade classrooms were able to dissect owl pellets this week. This is a favorite activity of many of our students and during this activity they are able to connect not only what they learned in their lessons but also form the visit with the Owl Man!
PBIS Highlight-SEL
During the month of February students are participating in social emotional learning (SEL) lessons focused on situational appropriateness. Students are learning to use responsible decision making at home and at school. In primary classrooms students participated in whole class lessons discussing appropriate responses at home and at school. The intermediate classrooms collaborated in small groups to analyze specific situations and appropriate responses. In addition to a monthly social emotional topic students also practice mindfulness activities. This month students learned “blowing bubbles.” This tool allows students to let go of worry and be present in the moment.
Registration Is Now Open
Online registration is now open for all students attending District 15 schools in the 2020-21 school year!
We opened registration earlier this year to allow families more time to complete the process. Please visit www.ccsd15.net/registration for information and instructions on how to register your child. If you are having trouble completing the process, please contact your child’s school office for assistance
News from our Nurse
It is the time of year with sniffles, coughs, and colds. You may be finding yourself reminding children to cover their cough, and wash their hands. The nurse has some information in regards to the flu for parents to read. The information has been attached within this email.
Upcoming Events
February 28th-Spirit Day – Wacky Hair Day
March 10th-Spring Pictures
March 13th-Spirit Day –Twin Day
March 13th-Fun Fair-5:30-8:00 p.m.
March 16th-5th/6th Chorus Concert
March 18th-PTA Meeting @ 7:00p.m.