Swanson Weekly Update
September 23, 2022
National Banner Unified Champion School
Congratulations to Swanson and all the other Westside schools on being recognized as National Banner Unified Champion schools!
This honor, recognizes an organization’s commitment to inclusion by achieving ten set standards of excellence developed by leaders in education and Special Olympics, including ongoing efforts to connect students with and without intellectual disabilities. Westside is the first district with elementary schools who has earned this honor, believed to be the first multi-school District in the state to receive this honor, and possibly the first multi-school District in the country to receive this honor.
We are honored to be named a National Banner Unified School! We are proud that inclusion and belonging are at the forefront of everything that we do. Please be sure to join us during the Homecoming Pep Rally on October 7th, for a special presentation of the banner.
To read the full press release, please click the button below.
Parent-Teacher Communication
Sept 30 - Movie in the Park
Come enjoy an outdoor movie and concessions on the grassy hill behind Swanson. Bring your whole family and a blanket or chairs to sit on! Concessions open at 6:30, Movie begins at 7:00 pm. Sign up to help here: https://swanson community club.membershiptoolkit.com/volunteer/97924
Oct 3 - Community Club Meeting
We hope you can join us for socializing and a smidge of fun activity planning at Casual Pint (8718 Countryside Plaza) on Oct 3rd from 6:30 - 7:30 pm.
Oct 7 - Homecoming Parade
We look forward to adding a float for Swanson this year! The Homecoming theme is "Rock & Roll". Kim Pape & Christy Havens are leading the charge for Swanson. Please sign up here if you would like to participate by decorating the float or marching/riding in the parade: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0545a8a82ba75-swanson
Be sure to visit our Swanson Community Club website for easy access to the:
- Family Directory
- Activities Calendar
- Spirit Wear Store
- And More!
https://swansoncommunityclub.membershiptoolkit.com/
Oct 13 - Conference Dinner Provided to Teachers
We are looking for a parent willing to help organize dinner this year for our wonderful Swanson teachers and staff while they work late for conferences. You get to work with a veteran parent who's been doing it many years now. Email or text Jacque Torson (afjacque@gmail.com or 719-332-5009) if you'd like to help!
Oct 28 - Halloween Parade
We are looking for a parent willing to help organize volunteers to decorate tables and hand out candy during the school Halloween Parade on Oct 28 at 2:30pm. Email or text Jacque Torson (afjacque@gmail.com or 719-332-5009) if you'd like to help!
Be sure to visit our Swanson Community Club website for easy access to the:
- Activities Calendar
- Spirit Wear Store
- And More!
WE-SIDE UNIFIED ACTIVITIES - NEXT EVENT: FISHING
We hope that you'll consider joining on Saturday, September 24th for Unified Fishing at Towl Park. The WE-SIDE Unified program promotes opportunities for acceptance, inclusion, and friendship between students with and without intellectual disabilities. Click the image below for more details about this fun event!
Westside Homecoming Parade
HOMECOMING SCHEDULE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7th
- Elementary schools will dismiss at 12:30 (lunch will be served before dismissal)
- Westside MIDDLE School will dismiss at 1:00 (lunch will be served)
- Westside High School and West Campus will dismiss at 1:10 (lunch will be served)
- The Homecoming Parade will begin at 1:30 using a route throughout the neighborhood by Westside High School.
- Exit East/Main Parking Lot (turning right) and proceeding south on 85th Avenue to Hickory Street; turn right (west) on Hickory Street and head West to 88th Street; turn right on to 88th Street and head North to William Street. Parade Ends at 88th and William Street (entry to South Student Parking Lot).
- The Pep Rally and a special district-wide celebration will take place at the football field at approximately 2:30 after the parade ends back on campus.
- Club 66 will be open from this early dismissal time through normal operational hours at all sites.
- Buses will run accordingly at the adjusted dismissal time. There will be no activity buses that run at a later time after the parade/pep rally.
Battle of the Books
Mark your calendars to join us for the 2022 Battle of the Books on March 25, 2023 at Westside Middle School!
This annual Westside district tradition provides an opportunity for teams of 3-5 students in 4th-6th grade to participate in a quiz bowl-style competition where they answer questions based on content from the 2022-2023 Golden Sower nominees.
Visit our FAQ or rules page for more information about the event. Team registration begins October 7!
Email is a great way to communicate with your child’s teacher. The Westside format is as follows:
lastname.firstname@westside66.net
Sample: harr.jennifer@westside66.net
TO REPORT ABSENCES...
CALL:
Office - 402-390-6485
(Available 24 hours a day)
You are welcome to leave a message with your child’s name and reason for the absence
Calendar Reminders
September 30 Movie in the Park Night
October 3 Community Club Mtg., 6:30 pm
October 7 Early Dismissal K-6th 12:30pm
October 13 Parent/Teacher Communication Conferences
October 13-17 No School for students
October 28 Halloween Parade and Parties 2:30
Welcome to Swanson! Home of the Superstars!
The Mission of Swanson School, as a dynamic community alliance and model of innovative education, is to support and empower all learners to achieve academic excellence.
Swanson's Expectations
- Be Safe
- Be Respectful
- Be Responsible
Email: harr.jennifer@westside66.net
Website: swanson.westside66.org
Location: 401 South 86 Street Omaha NE 68114
Phone: 402-390-6485
Facebook: facebook.com/SwansonElementary
Twitter: @swansonstars66