What's up at Western?

Dear Western Families,

When family and staff plan together, great things happen! Our Annual Santa Sale and Holiday Happenings is a prime example of this. Everyone came together to create something memorable and special for our students. Thank you to all that participated!

This week, our 5th graders also decorated the town tree, and sang for the Tree Lighting. It was a great kick-off to the holiday season.

This upcoming week is also going to be UNFORGETTABLE! Our Drama club will be performing for the students during the day and for their families in the evening on Wednesday and Thursday. We all wish them the best as they've worked so hard on their performance of "A Christmas Carol".

We will also begin exploring the topic of "problem solving" as we strengthen our conflict resolution skills. We have a lot to do in school this month. Hope to see our students every day!

Looking forward to a great week!

-Dr. Bagley

The original lunch menu that was printed and sent home included offerings for Friday, 12/22... however we don't have school on that day. I don't want that to confuse anyone regarding the day our Winter break starts. The corrected menu is linked above. Our last week of school for December runs from 12/18 - 12/21. Thank you!

Dear Choral and Recorder Students,

It’s time for Western Coventry Elementary School to present our upcoming “Holiday Concert.” This is a great opportunity for all of my students to perform. I hope that everyone will take this opportunity and make every effort to attend and spread some “Holiday Cheer!” Your child has worked very hard and I am very proud of all of them!

Information Is As Follows:

Where: Western Coventry Elementary School Gymnasium

4588 Flat River Road Coventry, Rhode Island, 02827

When: Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Time: Performance is 6:30pm-7:30pm. *All students should report to Choral Room at 6:00pm*

Dress: White Tops and Black Bottoms and dark shoes if possible. Black sneakers are

acceptable. Ladies may wear black pants, jumpers or skirts.

Donation: Please bring one (1) can or box good for the Coventry Food Pantry.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to call me at school (401) 397-3355 or email: dinittomaria@conventryschools.net

Thank you for all of your support!

Musically Yours,

Maria Di Nitto

Drama: Fall Drama Club - Grades 4 & 5 Rehearsals:

This club meets Tuesday and Thursday 3:00 - 4:30

Evening Performances December 6 & 7 (Each family will be assigned one evening to attend)

Chorus Club: This club is for those in Grades 3-5 who signed up. Students should be dropped off at 7:30 am at Western every Thursday morning.

Golden Tickets have been distributed! Each Western student has their individually numbered golden ticket. Remember to keep your ticket handy and keep checking to see if you are a winner. Winning ticket announcements will be announced each week on WPRI-12 during their 4:30pm broadcast. I will also publish the winning numbers here each week in the newsletter. Winning tickets receive:

• Winning schools receive a $5,000 grant!
• Winning students receive a $500 grant, which they can give to their school or a non-profit of their choice.
• See more information on The Feinstein Website

Are you looking for something special to celebrate your child’s birthday this year? You can order a Spirit Stick Birthday bag and send a spirit stick home with all their classroom friends! Spirit sticks are fun tags with pictures and sayings that kids love to collect! Each $15 birthday bag will include one random spirit stick for each child in the classroom to take home, including the birthday child.

If interested in ordering, submit payment via cheddar up or by sending the attached form back to school with payment in the form of cash or check for $15 made out to WCCO. Please have your order submitted the month PRIOR to your child’s birthday. Late orders will be fulfilled but cannot be guaranteed to be delivered on the chosen delivery date. Any questions please email birthdayspiritsticks@gmail.com

https://spirit-stick-birthday-bundles.cheddarup.com

Join the PTO!

We invite each and every one of you to consider joining the PTO this year. Whether you have a few minutes here and there to spare or are looking for a more substantial commitment, your participation will be greatly valued and appreciated. By joining the PTO, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Stay informed about school activities, policies, and opportunities for involvement.
• Collaborate with a group of parents who share a common goal of supporting our school.
• Contribute your unique skills, talents, and ideas to enhance the educational experience for all students.

Next Meeting: Wednesday, December 20th at 6:30 (childcare available)

Location: Western Coventry Cafeteria

Minutes from the last PTO Meeting: October 18th Minutes

Check out the PTO on Facebook (WCCO Facebook Page). Membership is free and there are many ways to help and support our great school.

For families that need before and after school care, the Westwood YMCA offers a program that is housed right at Western Elementary. Participating families can drop their students off as early as 7:00am, and the latest after school pick up is 6:00pm. For more information or to sign up, email ccalligano@ymcapawt.org, visit https://ymcapawtucket.org/westwood-ymca/ or call 401-397-7779.

Please also see Coventry District Calendar

• December 19th Holiday Chorus Concert 6:30 pm
  
• December 18 - 21: Holiday Spirit Week
• December 20th: PTO Meeting at 6:30
• December 22nd-January 1st: Winter Break
• January 2nd: Return to School
• January 15th: No School (Martin Luther King Day)
• January 24th: Half Day for Students (Teacher Professional Development)
• February 19th - 23rd: February Break