 Dr. Reid, Superintendent of FCPS, visited WSES students and staff on our first day of school!
Note from Dr. Sheers
I wanted to remind our families about the FCPS policy on Smart Watches and Cell Phones in elementary school. The following will be enforced by the school:
- Phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Cell phones may be used on campus before and after school only.
- Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
- Students are prohibited from using phones, tablets, and other mobile devices in restrooms and locker rooms, unless there is a medical necessity or emergency.
- With the approval of the principal or their designee, teachers may allow usage of cell phones for instructional activities where they are the most appropriate tool; however, one-to-one FCPS devices should meet most needs.
Online Verification Update (OVU)
The 2024-25 Online Verification/Update (OVU) packet is available in ParentVue. Please log in to ParentVue to verify your student’s emergency contact information. Instructions and detailed information are available at the following sites: SIS ParentVUE Online Verification/Update (OVU) Packet. Parents should contact the school directly for data corrections that they are not able to update or submit a Parent Support Request ticket for technical assistance in ParentVUE.
Parent Digital Consent
Student consent forms currently on ParentVUE were moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC).
Families can log in to the PDC using their ParentVUE credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child. School staff will have access to view consent status and edit consent with permission from the family.
https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/digital-resources/consent
Student Arrival
Starting Monday, students are to walk to their classrooms without parental support.
Interest Survey – Loving Solutions Workshop
Mustang Families – We Need Your Input! We are conducting a survey to see if there is interest in a free, 10-week family workshop called Loving Solutions. Below is a brief description of the program. Please complete this short survey by Friday, August 30, to let us know if attending this workshop would benefit you and your family. *This is not a registration form*
Description of the Loving Solutions Program: This fall, the West Springfield Pyramid Schools will be hosting the Loving Solutions family workshop. This 10-week interactive workshop was designed specifically for parents raising strong-willed children between 5 and 10 years old. It focuses on a behavioral model to help parents motivate their children to do constructive tasks and manage unwanted behaviors. This program will be offered in a hybrid model – the first and last sessions will be in person, and the middle 8 sessions will be held virtually. The sessions will be held on Monday nights, beginning September 23rd and ending December 16th. Express interest here: https://forms.gle/Bcywv1Z3azC9tA3r8
Volunteer Opportunities
We welcome parent volunteers in the classroom and school in a variety of capacities (i.e. guest reader, library helper, cafeteria helper, assist during Language Arts, etc.). If you have any interest in volunteering, please let me know when and in what capacity you can help by filling out this Google Form. All volunteers must review the WSES Volunteer Procedures and complete the agreement form before volunteering.
Parent Handbook
Our Parent Handbook is linked here with frequently asked questions on our website here.
School Picture Day
School Picture Day is coming Friday, September 20, 2024. Picture day serves as an opportunity to capture your child’s current grade in school. Each child will be photographed, but if your child is out there will be a makeup/retake day. A pre-order link will be shared soon, and you will have the opportunity to order before or after picture day.
New Attendance Reporting Feature Launching in ParentVUE
How to Report an Absence Through ParentVUE
Student Lunch
Online payment for student fees and school store items are available through the MySchoolBucks School Store.
Free and Reduced Meals
Families can apply here.
Community Flyer Distribution
West Springfield Elementary School offers the opportunity for nonprofit organizations to make their materials available to students and parents. Fliers will be sent home in student’s backpacks. Fliers, sorted into 24 groups of 28, need to be at the school by 12:00 p.m. on the Friday before the below date.
For more information, review here.
Save the Date
Friday, August 30 and Monday, September 1 - Student Holiday
Monday, September 16 - Three Hour Early Release at 12:30 pm
Thursday, September 19 - Back to School Night (adult only)
- 5:30 - 6:15 Kindergarten and First Grade
- 6:15 - 7:00 Second, Third Grade and Fourth (*time change for 4th)
- 7:00 - 7:45 Fifth and Sixth Grade
Friday, September 20 - Fall Picture Day
Wednesday, October 9 - Walk to School Day
WSES 3-Hour Early Release Mondays:
- September 16
- October 21
- November 18
- February 10
- March 10
- April 21
- May 12
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