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6th

Save the date - Sixth Grade Promotion Ceremony, Monday, June 10th at 10:00 am. 


Note from Dr. Sheers

A huge thank you to our amazing PTA, class parents, and all who recognized our staff during teacher/staff appreciation week.  We are so incredibly grateful for all you did to help our wonderful staff feel appreciated!  

We have a lot going on in the next few weeks including opportunities to volunteer (Field Day) and attend EOY celebrations too! 

We welcome our parent volunteers to join us on June 7th at 8:15 am in the cafeteria for a community breakfast. Please RSVPby June 1st.


Important Information

Retirements
Please join us in celebrating a few retiring Mustangs: Janet Woolf (Kindergarten Instructional Assistant), Harriet Otchere (custodian) and Nazifa Sediqi (Instructional Assistant).

Family Ambassadors Wanted
In pursuit of this goal, we are seeking Family Ambassadors.  The Family Ambassadors will welcome new families in their chosen grade level and offer support as they familiarize themselves with WSES and their grade level. If you're interested on becoming a Family Ambassador, kindly fill out this form. An informational meeting will be held in the Fall.

Patrol Application 2024-2025, Due June 12th
We are excited to announce that it's time for our safety patrol sign-ups. If your child is interested, please take a moment to fill out the form linked below. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0Vv7gXudvNs9IEvKEVs1r6q_t1KB5fgN0ws3bf_bShO58gA/viewform?usp=sharing

Selection process involves students completing the Google form to indicate their interest in becoming a Safety Patrol, teacher recommendations, and a review of citizenship grades from the current school year.

For students who apply but are not initially selected, they will be placed on a waitlist based on the specific area of need, whether it be for walker or bus duties.  If you have any questions or require further clarification, please feel free to reach out to me Wfaleman@fcps.edu.

Field Day
This year’s Field Day for grades K - 6 will be held on Friday, May 31st. We have been working hard to teach all the games and make sure students have all the information they need. I want to thank everyone who signed up to volunteer.  All slots are now full!  We couldn’t do this without your support.

Below is some information concerning the event for your child: 

  • 3rd - 6th grade Field Day will take place in the morning from 9:20 am - 11:40 am
  • K - 2nd grade Field Day will be in the afternoon from 12:40 pm – 2:30 p.m.
  • Students should bring a water bottle for them to carry from one station to the next (no Gatorade, Juice, or Soda, only water please). 
  • Students wear a hat to help with the sun.
  • Please put sunscreen on your child!

Career Day - FINAL DAY TO SIGN UP!
We are excitedly preparing our first Career Day Fair at West Springfield. We would be honored if you could participate as a guest presenter to showcase your profession.

  • Date: Tuesday, June 4
  • Time: 2:00 - 3:00
  • Location: West Springfield ES
  • Audience: Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Grade Students

Please let us know if you can join us by completing this google form.

Memorial Day Holiday
All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, for the Memorial Day holiday. Learn about the history of Memorial Day. See the complete school year calendar.

Parent Volunteers
WSES is fortunate to have individuals, groups, and organizations who contribute time and energy to students as volunteers. Because student safety is of utmost importance, we ask that our volunteers complete the following prior to volunteering:


Save the Date

May 27 - Memorial Day Holiday

May 31 - Field Day

June 4 - Career Day 2:00 p.m.

June 7 - Volunteer Breakfast 8:15 am

June 10 - 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony 10:00 am

June 12 - Patrol Applications Due


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