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"Knightly" News
Washington Street Elementary - September 22 , 2023
Upcoming Events:
September
25-29: Scholastic Book Fair
26: Picture Day
28: Fall Fest - 5:30-7:00 p.m.
29: Clifford Day in Kindergarten
30: Creative Arts Festival, Downtown Otsego
30: Elementary Cross Country Pups Race - 3 p.m.
October
2: School Custodian Day!
6: Kindergarten to Gull Meadow Farms
6: Popcorn Friday
6: Progress Reports & Dashboards Sent Home
9: PTO Meeting, WSE Media Center, 4 pm
20 & 23: Fall Break - No School
Join us this Sunday for the Otsego Aquatic Center Open House!
Save the Date - Fall Festival
Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 28 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. for our annual Fall Fest! There will be a free hot dog dinner, hayride, an opportunity to sign up for WatchD.O.G.S., and lots of outdoor activities for the entire family! In addition, the Scholastic Book Fair will be open in the Media Center. Please RSVP to this event!
Check out the WSE Scholastic Book Fair!
WSE is hosting a Scholastic Book Fair from Sept. 25th - 29th! It will also be open for shopping during our annual Fall Fest, from 5:30-7 p.m., on September 28. Please stop in and check it out!
Click Here to enroll your student in eWallet or order online.
Remind
Counselor's Corner
Building Empathy
As you are probably aware, Otsego Public Schools is a Capturing Kids Hearts (CKH) School. The CKH word of the month for September is Empathy. Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Some people may naturally have more empathy than others. However, research shows that empathy can be enhanced, learned, and practiced. The following are a few tips to help foster a more empathic environment at home.
Model Caring for Others: Show concern for people outside your circle. Give the letter carrier a bottle of water on a hot day. Talk to strangers in the grocery line. Don’t judge others and talk negatively about neighbors, or other people you know.
Model Good Listening Skills: In this busy, technologically driven society we are often multi-tasking instead of giving our full attention when listening to others. So, actually, listen. Let your body language and facial expressions convey that you are listening by nodding and offering plenty of uh-huhs. Don’t interrupt.
Be Forgiving: Remember forgiveness is not about the other person. It’s about how you act and feel. Let your child see you being the bigger person. Don’t hold grudges or seek revenge.
Challenge prejudices and stereotypes: Encourage your kids to be inclusive with all types of people. It is important to talk about race, prejudice, and stereotypes.
Encourage Responsibility: Let your children participate in the home. Give them chores and teach them life skills. Let them join you in your community and volunteer activities. Don’t discourage their desire to help others, even strangers - while teaching a healthy balance between kindness and safety.
**Adapted from an article from greatschools.org
Popcorn Fridays
Mileage Club
WSE Mileage Club takes place on Tuesdays and Fridays, during lunch recess, in the bus loop! Parents are welcome to walk/run at Mileage Club too! Please park and sign-in near the Bus Loop.
Creative Arts Festival - Saturday, September 30th
What is Capturing Kids' Hearts?
Picture Books to Teach Empathy
“The Invisible Boy” by: Patrice Barton “You, Me, and Empathy” by: Jayneen Sanders “Come With Me” by: Holly McGhee “Little Blue Truck” by: Alice Schertle “Be Kind” by: Pat Zietlow Miller “I am Enough” by: Grace Byers “Enemy Pie” by: Derek Munson “Each Kindness” by: Jacqueline Woodson “I am Human” by: Susan Verde “Listening with My Heart” by: Gabi Garcia “Kindness Rocks” by: Sonica Ellis “The Rabbit Listened” by: Cori Doerrfeld “The Invisible Boy” by: Patrice Barton
Bulldog PRIDE
Congratulations to the following students for being selected as their classroom PRIDE winner for the week!
P - Positive Attitude
R - Responsible Actions
I - Integrity Within
D - Determination to Succeed
E - Expect Excellence
Kindergarten: Norah Buris, Amethyst Aukerman, Emma Warren, Blake Montague
1st grade: Camdon Vansparrentak, Arlen Holmes, Lucy Kowalski
2nd grade: Diesel Horman, Cooper Handlogten, Kaylyn Ross
3rd grade: Emily Todd, Luci Blekes-Nadohou, Zoey Maccune
4th grade: Alexa Andrade, Hayden VanderKlok, Taylor Arnsman
5th grade: Emalyn Wyiie, Isaiah Bushee, Chase Gleason
Washington Street Elementary
Attendance Line: (269)694-7880
WSE BASE: (269)694-7835
Email: jknight@otsegops.org
Website: http://wse.otsegops.org/
Location: 538 Washington Street, Otsego, MI, United States
Phone: (269) 694-7800
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