IMPORTANT DATES…
Dec 22 – Student Recognition Assemblies
Dec 25-Jan 1 – Holiday Break, NO SCHOOL
NEW PHONE NUMBER…
Our old phone number (792-9601) no longer works. Please use the new
phone number (360-1130).
CELEBRATION TREATS…
In keeping with the District’s Wellness Policy 7751, we
do not allow candy or home prepared products to be shared or served to
the whole class. Some alternative options might be
to purchase a book for the class, stickers, pencils, bookmarks, etc. If
you have any questions, contact the school nurse. You can access
the complete policy at www.skschools.net. Thank
you for your consideration. This includes holidays!
STUDENT SHADOWING…
In preparation for our SALT visit next year, and as part
of our on-going efforts for education excellence at West Kingston School, teachers
and other adults in the school are taking part in “Student Shadowing”. This
provides an opportunity for the adults to see their school from a student’s
point of view.
The adult is paired up with a student for a 2 to 4 hour
period of time to take part in all of the activities the student does during
that time. The adult asks questions as to how the student knows what
to do, or where do they go for help, how do they know if they are doing it
correctly, etc. Students being shadowed have taken home and returned
permission slips informing parents. We will be doing further shadowings
as well as other activities as a “self study”.
PTO NEWS…
After School Art Club
Registration for JANUARY ART CLUB is underway. This session will
run Wed., January 10, 17, 24 and 31. Please returned signed registration
forms and payment by Thursday, December 21st. Financial aid is
available; please contact Mrs. Nettik.
Shopping/Gift Cards
Our shopping card order and delivery are complete! Thanks
to all who participated in this fundraiser which resulted in over a
$1500 profit for the PTO. Thanks to Patty Reardon and her committee
for a fantastic job!
Hawk Gear
All Hawk Gear has been delivered. Thanks to Deb Sprague and Kathy
Fogarty for chairing this activity! Another clothing sale will
be held in the Spring.
Celebration Book Club
The Celebration Book Club is an on-going book fundraiser for our school
library. It is a great way to celebrate a special birthday, holiday
or special achievement or event in your child’s life. Forms
are available in the office if you need one.
Spanish Classes
Hola! Registration for our second session of Spanish classes is
underway. Classes will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30 and
Feb. 6 & 13. The fee is $55 ($100 for two siblings). Financial
aid is available; contact Mrs. Nettik. Please return the signed
registration forms and payment by Thursday, December 21st. Class
size is limited to 15 students.
Cultural Arts
Thanks to Marybeth McGreen for organizing the performance of The Wompers
last week. It was a very entertaining performance. Look
for other events to be coming in the New Year.
Skating Party
The PTO will be sponsoring a WKES family skating party in late January. This
will be a fun activity for a cold winter night. More details to
follow after vacation.
FROM THE NURSE…
Just a reminder – if your child has had any medical changes (new
medicine, change of medicine, new diagnosis, etc.), please notify me
as soon as possible. This information may be crucial in your child’s
care at school and is important for me to know. Thanks!
CHARACTER ED…
The following students received the “Bee Respectful” award
this past week: Mrs. Whaley’s entire 4th grade class, Thomas
C., Luke M., Lauren R., and Nicole M. Thanks for your continuing
efforts to make WKES the best it can be!
BEST WISHES FOR A HAPPY AND SAFE VACATION TO ALL!!!