West EL Weekly Update

October 28, 2024

Eureka Math Parent Resources

Our math scholars are working hard at becoming true mathematicians. From Kindergarten - Grade 5 our students are tackling everything from counting and cardinality to place value and fractions. In grades 3-5 we are teaching our students the importance of using an assessment notebook to show their thinking and understanding during check ins and module assessments. For specifics regarding each grade, please visit https://drive.google.com/file/d/10FanoYYxlDXfz1bxaaDMgSjAKKegMWp1/view

Halloween Festivities

We’ll be celebrating Halloween on Thursday, October 31st, for students who’d like to join in. Students (K-5) are welcome to wear costumes if they choose and they should be put on at school. Just a few reminders: costumes should be school-friendly, with no masks or items that represent violence (like fake blood or weapons). Our Halloween parade will begin at 9:30 AM and families are invited to congregate outside of door 8 (bus drop area) and to the left and right of that plaza. Gilbane has been made aware of the parade and we will be marching the children down the secured road. Children are by no means required to participate in either the parade or other activities and will be offered an alternative activity if they wish.

Scholastic Book Fair: November 4, 2024-November 8, 2024

West El will host the annual book fair November 4th- November 8th in our Media Center (2nd floor). Classes will visit the book fair during their normal library time. (Tuesday's classes we be accommodated). Staff are welcome to come any time and families are encouraged to visit during our November 5th Parent Teacher Conferences. For more information please contact J. Marie.lavin@gmail.com or bostonsq@yahoo.com Feel free to shop our site at https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/westelementaryschool53

Let's Talk Redistricting

We would like to thank the community for their attendance and participation at the “Let’s Talk! Redistricting Orientation” held on Thursday, October 24th. To review the presentation, please click here.

We are looking for community feedback as we begin the process of creating a redistricting plan. Either the QR code or this link will open a survey for all in the Andover community to take part. The survey will close on Friday, November 1, 2024.

Andover High School Marching Band Fundraiser

Please consider supporting the Andover High School Marching band. Wreaths, kissing balls and evergreen swags available for delivery!

Help Wanted!

The West Elementary School is presently seeking a building substitute teacher, Instructional Assistants and a Lunch Aide. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more, please contact Dr. Carideo-Cobbs at maryellen.carideocobs@andoverma.us