Webber Elementary Newsletter

Greetings Webber Elementary Students and Parents,

We are really getting into the swing of things now! Our fundamental goal as a system includes creating a positive environment and a culture for learning. School is a place where students should feel welcomed - the classroom a place where they feel a sense of belonging. Learning can be hard work and even frustrating at times. When students assume their role as learners and put forth a strong effort, we know that achievement can be realized. I'm pleased to report we are making great progress on those fronts, attributed to the hard work of our students and staff. Thank you.

Learning is also fun - we are an elementary school after all! Certainly, laughter, joy, and smiles are not in short supply around here. Those are all telltales, indications that we are celebrating success and achieving the goals described above.

Speaking of FUN, the Webber PTO is hosting "Movie Night" on Sunday, September 22 at Wildwood Ampitheatre. Gates open at 5:00 p.m. and the movie will begin at 5:30 p.m. Donations are accepted for admission. Next Wednesday, September 25, we have Picture Day here at Webber. See the flyer and additional information in this week's newsletter.

This Sunday is also the Autumn Equinox, the "official" start of fall. Of course, we've been enjoying warmer-than-average temperatures of late. That said, be sure that students are bringing appropriate outerwear clothing so they can be comfortable when we begin experiencing colder temperatures.

If the Lions get back into the win column, we'll rock our gear on Monday!

Also, please remember to communicate with the Webber staff (classroom teacher) when your child is going to be absent, including an email to Lyla Dyer (lyla.dyer@lok12.org).

Thank you so much for your support. Have a wonderful weekend.

Tony Palmeri

Principal, Webber Elementary

Pre-orders for school pictures can be made by visiting www.kaiserstudio.com. Use the school ID code: 24WEBBER25

Flyer is provided below:

Parents - For students in grades first through fifth, Lake Orion Community Schools utilize the Social, Academic, and Emotional Behavior Risk Screener (SAEBRS). The screener is valuable for collecting trend data and assessing individual student needs. The screening window will run from 10/7 to 10/11. For more information regarding SAEBRS, please review the letter provided below.

Thank you for following the procedures that have been communicated previously. We encourage pick-ups to be conducted in the loop and parents should remain in their vehicle. If you are utilizing the lower parking lot, be mindful that our overflow traffic "snakes" through the lot. Be patient and wait for traffic to clear before attempting to back out. Those following the designed traffic pattern have priority. Procedures provided if you would like to review.

Welcome back to the 2024 – 2025 school year!

Mrs. Burks and Mrs. Mucci are hoping to start a Garden Club/Webber Beautification program this year along with our fabulous PTO. Come join Mrs. Burks and Mrs. Mucci in late October/early November when families, students, and teachers could serve Webber by raking leaves, trimming trees and decorative grasses, picking up garbage, and pulling weeds. Be on the lookout for more information near the end of October!

LOCS is hosting Parent University" information sessions focused on early (K-1) literacy and phonics at each elementary in the district (all sessions are the same). Parent U will be here at Webber on October 15, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. For more information, or to explore alternate dates at one of the other buildings, review the flyer attached below.

The WONDERFUL Webber PTO have some very fun events coming up.

Movie Night is this Sunday, September 22 at Wildwood Ampitheater. Gates open at 5:00 p.m., movie plays at 5:30 p.m. Donations accepted for admission.

Dine-to-donate at "On the Border" on Thursday, September 26. 20% of sales go to the PTO Crew. Plus, you deserve a break from cooking diner 😊

"Boo" Fundraiser - Beginning 9/30. More information will be provided in next week's newsletter!

Spirit Wear Store - will open September 22. Access link will be provided

Flyers available below for all PTO Events

See below!

Up-to-date menus are available on the LOCS website: https://www.lakeorionschools.org/departments/food-nutrition/menus-and-nutritional-information

September 20 - August Birthday Lunch with Mr. Palmeri

September 22 - Webber PTO Movie Night (See flyer above)

September 22 - Spirit Wear Sales - Online Store Opens

September 25 - School Pictures!

September 26 - On the Border Dine to Donate Fundraiser (20% proceeds go to Webber PTO). See flyer above

September 27 - September Birthday Lunch with Mr. Palmeri (invites coming soon)

September 30 - PTO "Boo" Fundraiser Begins. Sign-up and more info coming soon!

October 2 - Mumkin Fundraiser flowers are delivered

Throughout the school year, if you would like to recognize a staff member from Webber, we encourage you to submit a Distinguished Dragon nomination. The intent of the Distinguished Dragon program is to ensure that staff members who go above and beyond their regular duties are appreciated. The additional effort or support can range from helping an individual to helping a group or any effort that seems worthy of praise.

The staff member can be nominated by a student, parent, community member or a colleague by completing the form at LakeOrionSchools.org/DistinguishedDragon. We ask for the submitter's name and contact information to follow up with specific questions if necessary. Please make sure to select the appropriate school/department form so the message is routed in the proper direction.

Please complete the form entirely so the individual can be appropriately honored for their contributions.