The Puma Pride
September 13, 2021
Principal's Message
Hello, Willow Dale Families!
It was a pleasure seeing so many parents/guardians virtually on Thursday at Back to School Night. If you were unable to join your class meeting, you can email your child's teacher or check the teacher's website for information.
School is in full swing. We have had a great week of teaching and learning. Benchmark testing will begin next week in grades K-2. The DIBELS (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills) assessments are administered three times this year (fall, winter, and spring). These assessments provide teachers with information to assist them in personalizing learning for your child by identifying areas of support or enrichment. They also measure student growth over time. More information on DIBELS assessments can be found by accessing the Parents Guide to DIBELS. If you have further questions, please feel free to reach out to your child's teacher.
We had quite a bit of excitement this week as we rolled out the Willow Dale School-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention Support Program. Many of our students received a "PawSome" sticker for their positive behavior throughout the assembly. Next week, we will kick off the program, so be on the lookout for those PAWSome recognition stickers!
Please note that Thursday, September 16 is the Yom Kippur holiday and school will be closed. Happy Yom Kippur to our families celebrating.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday at the first virtual Home & School meeting of the year.
Have a PAWSome week!
Sincerely,
Dr. Perkins & Mr. Julius
Website: https://wdes.centennialsd.org/
Phone: 215-441-6093
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Education/Willow-Dale-Elementary-School-331460017756772/
Twitter: @Willow_Dale_ES
P-A-W-S: WILLOW DALE SCHOOL-WIDE POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION AND SUPPORT PROGRAM
Administration, teachers, and staff recognize that a positive school climate is necessary to help students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. An environment in which the behavioral expectations are well established, consistent, and reinforced in all educational settings is important to the educational process.
Willow Dale Elementary School kicked off year three of our School-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention & Support Program (SWPBIS) with a student assembly on September 10. The goal is to facilitate pro-social behaviors throughout the building. The SWPBIS Framework is designed to encourage School Pride by positively reinforcing desirable behaviors in all school environments. Thus, students are recognized by all school staff for demonstrating behaviors leading to a positive learning environment for everyone. Students are recognized or “caught” for positive behavior with both verbal and tangible reinforcements. Students receive verbal praise, public acknowledgment, and/or parent notification of positive behavior. Be on the lookout for a PAWSome sticker and the Prize Patrol with Mr. Julius in his big hat!
Willow Dale P-A-W-S
P- Positive Attitude
A- Act Respectfully
W- Work Responsibly
S-Safe Choices
No School on the following Days in September
- September 16- Holiday: Yom Kippur
- October 11 - In-Service Day
Happy Holidays to our families celebrating!
Meet Willow Dale's newest Speech Therapist - Ms. Reilly
Ms. Reilly Power earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in Speech-Language Pathology from Misericordia University; during graduate school, she completed her clinical placement at Centennial School District, working at Davis Elementary and Klinger Middle School. She is thrilled to continue to help Centennial students meet their speech and language goals at Willow Dale and Log College during this school year.
Lakeside In-School Counselor - Ms. Dolton
2021-2022 Band and Orchestra Program Overview
Band and Orchestra for Fourth and Fifth Graders
Mr. Regosch visited 4th and 5th grade classrooms to talk about our school's band and orchestra program.
This is a link to his GoogleDoc that contains basic information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QROZI-_tmL5t9CEOjlEcn28n5ey6GBnz1RElSjlTNtA/edit?usp=sharing
And here is the official GoogleForm that you can use to sign up! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnrAOIjkn8_guB0UHkdQVp5sUax0PYWjF8RDjwnx5aE5pVlA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Please reach out to Mr. Regosch if you have any questions: regomi@centennialsd.org
Willow Dale is a Title I School
Home and School Mask & Lanyard Sale
HSA will be holding a Puma Pride mask and lanyard sale until September 13th. All items are purchased through Kampus Klothes and are non-refundable.
Home and School Meeting (Virtual)
Meeting Zoom Link:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/72442922250?pwd=NUxCZ2lmUFp0UVR2RFJtVStrTklDUT09
Meeting ID: 724 4292 2250
Passcode: 4WMdz1
Contact the WD H&S Association mailto:willowdalehsa@gmail.com
Monday, Sep 13, 2021, 06:15 PM
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Back to School Picnic
Friday, Sep 24, 2021, 06:00 PM
Willow Dale Elementary School PA, North Norristown Road, Warminster, PA, USA
Safety & Security
Visitors to the school must enter the school’s front foyer (white doors) and ring the bell, located next to the door that leads to the main office. Once buzzed in, our fantastic staff will be happy to serve you!
- Visitors must obtain a visitor’s pass from the main office.
- All visitors to the building must have his/her photo identification card scanned through the Raptor system to ensure everyone’s safety. Please make sure you have your driver's license or state photo ID card available upon entrance. The system will also ask questions related to health and wellness (COVID symptom check).
- Visitors or parents may be escorted to their room where their business or volunteer work is being conducted.
- Students are requested not to bring guests to school unless permission is granted in advance by the principal.
- Forgotten books, lunch money, lunches, etc. should be left in the office. We will see that they are delivered to the student.
- If a parent or designated adult is picking a student up from school early, a driver's license is required and the above process (step 2) must be completed to release the student.
Thank you very much for helping us maintain a safe school for our students and staff!
2021-2022 Bus Schedules
Childcare Arrangement Request
Transportation for childcare arrangements must be on a fixed schedule that is consistent from week to week. Transportation arrangements may take a week to arrange; please find alternative transportation for your child(ren) until you are notified of arrangements. Please confirm all arrangements with your child and your child(ren)’s teacher(s).
Please email completed forms to wdattendance@centennialsd.org.
Below is a link to the form.
Back to School Tips from the School Nurse
Going back to school can be exciting and scary at the same time for students. It takes some time to get back into the school routine. It is important to plan ahead. Getting a good night’s sleep and eating a healthy breakfast are key to a child’s success at school. Below are some tips that can make the transition back to school a little easier for students and parents.
Include your child in buying back-to-school supplies, snacks, and clothes.
Review weekday and weekend bedtime and wake-up schedules.
Practice going to bed early 2 weeks before the first day of school.
Lay out school clothes the night before to save time in the morning.
Get school bags, and lunches ready the night before school.
Check the school website daily for breakfast and lunch menus.
Create a family calendar to keep everyone organized.
Designate a specific space to do homework.
Read a book about going back to school.
Remember to have fun family time and enjoy the last days of summer!
Please note that all kindergarten and new students need to provide a copy of their immunizations in addition to a physical and dental exam.
All students entering 3rd grade need a dental exam dated after January 2021.
Please send them to the Willow Dale nurse or scan them to salime@centennialsd.org.
Physical Form
Dental Form
Breakfast and Lunch Information
ALL STUDENTS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A FREE BREAKFAST & LUNCH DAILY
The USDA has extended the waiver to continue feeding under the Summer Programs which entitles all children 18 and under to eat for free. These programs have been extended throughout the entire school year.
Parents, please continue to apply for free and reduced programs, as this helps fund other programs in the district which could benefit families. Now more than ever, we need families to complete the Free and Reduced meal application even though all meals are currently free. Please complete the application today.
Attendance
Children who attend school regularly make the best academic progress, graduate, and go on to successful post-secondary education and/or careers.
Students, who arrive late (after 8:45 am), must report to the office for a late slip. Parents should accompany tardy students to the office to sign in the student.
If your child is going to be absent, please notify the school to let us know.
Reporting Absences
SUBMITTING ABSENCE NOTES
Attendance Notes can be Submitted Electronically via email at WDAttendance@centennialsd.org. Please know you will still receive automated phone calls (to the primary phone listed in Skyward) if you have not submitted an absence note via email on the days your child is absent from school.
**Absence notes must be submitted within 3 days of the student's absence, otherwise, the absence will be recorded as unexcused.
E-Mailing Attendance Notes
- Parents with children in Willow Dale may e-mail attendance notifications/notes to the following address: WDAttendance@centennialsd.org
- E-mail notifications are encouraged on the morning of the absence day. However, e-mailed absence notes may be sent on the day following the absence.
- When sending an absence notification please include the following information:
- Child's Name
- Child's Grade
- Child's Homeroom Teacher
- Date(s) of Absence
- Reason for Absence
- Contact Phone # for Parent/Guardian
- Other Pertinent Information
- While you may still continue to call the school on the day of absence, a follow-up e-mail or a written note is still required for the absence to be excused.
Email: WDAttendance@centennialsd.org
Phone: 215-441-6093
Family Trips Scheduled During the School Year
Dear Centennial Families;
The Centennial School District Board of School Directors approved Policy 204.1, Family Trips Scheduled During School Year.
Although the scheduling of family trips during the instructional year is not encouraged, the Centennial School Board recognizes that students may benefit educationally by accompanying their parent(s)/guardian(s) on trips. The revision to the policy will allow the schools to approve up to five (5) days instead of three (3). Any trip beyond five (5) days will need the approval of the Superintendent.
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) who are requesting approval for a family trip need to complete and submit the attached form to their building principal at least two (2) weeks before the trip.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Dr. Perkins or Mr. Julius.
School Safety Drills
We will practice fire, lock-in, lock-out, and weather emergency drills. These drills may or may not be announced. Unannounced drills more accurately indicate the preparedness of the school and the effectiveness of safety procedures. Your child's teacher will review the exercises and procedures with their classes. Please make the teacher aware of any concerns regarding your child's participation in the safety drills.
The Warminster Director of Emergency Management Services and the Warminster Police Department will be invited to observe our drills and provided feedback for improvement.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Dr. Perkins or Mr. Julius.
Willow Dale Elementary School
Email: perkca@centennialsd.org
Website: https://wdes.centennialsd.org/
Location: 720 North Norristown Road, Warminster, PA, USA
Phone: 215-441-6093
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Education/Willow-Dale-Elementary-School-331460017756772/
Twitter: @Willow_Dale_ES