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Dear Woodley Hills Family,
The first week at Woodley Hills has been exciting! Students are learning routines and procedures, getting to know their teachers, and making new friends.
As a friendly reminder, parents will not be permitted to walk their child to class unless it is their child's first day of school. Please be prepared to say goodbye at the door.
Sincerely,
Dr. LaChelle R. Williams, Principal
Mr. Brandon Davis, Assistant Principal
August 29 - September 1- Labor Day Break
September 4 - Back to School Night; (6:00 pm - 7:30 pm)
September 9 - No School (Special Election)
September 17 - Early Release Wednesday (dismissal at 12:30 pm)
September 23 - No School (Cultural Observance- Rosh Hashanah)
Transportation
- Please be patient with the transportation schedule as some needed adjustments are made during the first week of school.
- Those students eligible to ride the school bus will receive a letter indicating their bus stop and time.
- Please report to the bus stop at least five minutes prior to the listed time.
- Students are required to board and depart the bus at the assigned stop to prevent overcrowding on buses. Any changes require permission from the office.
- If you require a change in transportation, such as riding a different bus or meeting a parent at Kiss-N-Ride, please message your child’s teacher on the morning of the change. If a student is visiting a friend, both students must bring permission notes from their parents.
- In order to ensure that your child arrives home safely, all bus changes need to be made by 3:00 pm that day.
Arrival Procedures
To ensure safety for our students, we ask parents to remember the following:
- Doors open at 8:25 am. Students should not arrive before 8:25am.
- For the first days of school, staff members will assist children in finding their classrooms.
- As a safety measure, we ask that all Kiss-N-Ride students be dropped off at Entrance #4.
- If you arrive after 8:45 am. and the Kiss-N-Ride has closed, please park your car, and walk your students to the main office.
- Students arriving after 8:45 am. need to report directly to the office to receive a tardy pass.
- When escorting your child into the building, please use the crosswalk.
- Families are not allowed to walk their students to class in order to prevent disruptions to classroom routines.
Dismissal Procedures
Dismissal begins at 3:25 pm. We implement a staggered dismissal beginning with Kiss and Ride, walkers, and SACC students. Kindergarteners must be met by an adult either at the school door if they are walkers or at the bus stop if they are bus riders.
Families, if you have not received confirmation from the student's teacher by 2:45 pm on how the student is going home if they are going home a different way, please call the school office (703) 799-2000 by 3:00 pm. to inform the office how the student is going home.
If parents need to pick up their children prior to dismissal, they need to do so BEFORE 3:15 pm. After 3:15 pm., parents will need to wait for the 3:30 pm. dismissal. This will cut down on students missing valuable information at the end of the day as well as the confusion caused by escorted students traveling to and from the office.
Kiss and Ride
Please follow the Kiss and Ride Line at the school entrance. Staff will be there to call for your student.
Schoology
Catch Up on Your Child’s Classwork in Schoology
Teachers use Schoology to post their classroom materials online; to provide a secure forum for students to discuss their ideas and collaborate on projects; and to assign and collect homework electronically. It helps students stay organized, and it keeps the class connected.
A Schoology Parent Account gives you access to:
- Your child’s classes.
- Your child’s upcoming assignments.
- School, class, and group announcements.
To access Schoology, parents will need to have an active SIS/ParentVUE account. Get more information on how to login and use Schoology.
New School Year, New Strategies: How to Prepare for the Best Back-to-School Start
September 5, 10-11:30 am
Start the school year strong to set the tone for a great year. This webinar covers strategies to instill confidence at the start of the school year, how to increase your child's likelihood of good grades in the first quarter and beyond, how to effectively prepare for a new routine and establish a motivated, positive outlook as a family. Recommended for families of elementary, middle, and high school students.
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Together is Better: Building Collaborative Relationships Between Caregivers and Educators
September 12, 10-11:30 am
Research shows that when families partner with their children’s school, their children have more positive school experiences and academic success. Join us for some tips on how to build a strong collaborative relationship with educators as your child embarks on this new school year.
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Worried Parents, Anxious Kids: How to Help Your Student Manage School-Related Anxiety
September 19, 10-11:30 am
Anxiety rates in children are at an all-time high, and it's getting in the way of schoolwork. When kids feel anxious, their happiness, well-being, and ability to learn can all suffer. With the right tools, parents can help their kids thrive - academically and emotionally. In this webinar, Educational Connections Founder and President Ann Dolin, M.Ed. And Executive Function Coaching Rachael Moss, MA, M.Ed. will share insights on:
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- The connection between anxiety and executive function skills (and why it matters)
- How to nurture a growth mindset and reduce school-related stressors
- Research-based communication techniques to support your child through fear and worry.
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Mount Vernon High School Athletics Pyramid Appreciation Nights
- Tuesday, September 2nd – Boys and Girls Varsity Volleyball Double-Header (Boys at 5:30 pm and Girls at 7:30 pm)
- Friday, September 19th - Varsity Football vs. Centerville HS (7:00 pm)
- Tuesday, September 30th – Varsity Field Hockey vs. Justice (7:00 pm)
PLEASE NOTE:
- ALL Students wearing their Woodley Hills school shirt will get into the game FREE with a paying adult.
- Paying Adult must remain with and be fully responsible for their child.
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