Family News

One thing that sets us apart from other schools is our 30 year partnership with M&T bank. This partnership with M&T Bank is the heart of an initiative that grew into Buffalo Promise Neighborhood (BPN), which M&T brought to the city in 2012. The BPN initiative now includes schools and cradle-to-career support services for students and families.

This past week we were excited to be a host spot for the "Billieve Together" Playoff Rally for the Buffalo Bills because of this partnership.

The “Billieve Together” Playoff Rally is part of M&Ts Bank’s “Football Brings Us Together” campaign – a community-focused initiative launched by M&T to celebrate Buffalo’s diversity and the values and passions that bring Bills fans together. The campaign also promotes Bills players’ unique bond with their fans – which grows year after year. M&T Bank and the Buffalo Bills have partnered for decades to uplift the community and bring Bills fans closer to their team.

Please share the link with anyone looking for an excellent school for their students next year. Westminster is doing great in our Academics. When compared to the K-8 Buffalo Schools, Westminster scored 1st in Science, 2nd in ELA, and 3rd in Math. We also did better than many other Charter Schools, such as CSAT, Elmwood Village Hertel, Buffalo United, and King Center, to name a few. The application link is below. If you have a rising Kindergartener please apply for them to secure their spot. If your child is currently enrolled you do no need to complete an application.

For every family you recommend who applies for next year you will be entered in a drawing for a $100 gift card.

https://forms.gle/sYyTWP8FzSbLJYESA

Our next PAC meeting will be held on Thursday, January 16th, from 5:30–6:30 PM. Your input

and feedback are always welcome.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83767790799?pwd=HubNaVpejiBJU9EcAbiGzjQPtcO3zn.1
Meeting ID: 837 6779 0799
Passcode: 828121

Some Items on the Agenda:

Can/Bottle Drive (Proposed dates: January 6th–January 20th)

• Volunteers are needed to help collect and drop off donations.

School Dance (MAY– Grades 6–8)

• We are forming a planning committee.

• Chaperones will be needed on the night of the event.

• Proposal: Valentine’s Dance/ Flower Fundraiser.

Uniform Exchange (Ongoing)

• We are collecting gently used uniforms, including shirts, sweatshirts, and pants.

• Donations can be dropped off at the main office.

• Larger sizes are especially needed.

If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me,

Candice McFoy, at 716-846-9901 (text/call) or cmcfoy0609@gmail.com.

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to Westminster Community Charter

School. Wishing you a season filled with warmth, laughter, and cherished moments with your

loved ones.

Sincerely,

Candice McFoy

President, Parent Advisory Committee

Westminster Community Charter School

• Establish routines: Set consistent bedtimes, wake-up times, and morning schedules to ensure your child is well-rested and prepared for school.

• Plan ahead: Pack backpacks, choose clothes, and prepare breakfast the night before to avoid morning rush.

• Communicate with the school: Stay informed about school policies, attend parent-teacher conferences, and promptly contact the school if there are any attendance issues.

• Address concerns: Talk to your child about any anxieties or challenges they might be facing at school that could affect their attendance.

• Make school appealing: Discuss positive aspects of school with your child, highlight interesting activities, and encourage involvement in extracurriculars.

• Monitor attendance: Regularly check your child's attendance record and discuss any absences with them.

• Reinforce positive behavior: Acknowledge and praise your child's good attendance, and consider setting up small rewards for consistent school presence.

• Limit unnecessary absences: Avoid taking your child out of school for minor reasons, like doctor appointments that can be scheduled after school hours.

• Set expectations: Clearly communicate the importance of regular attendance and discuss consequences for excessive absences.

January 6 - Kindergarten and Grade 8 UB Science Field Trip

January 7 - Grade 1 and Grade 7 UB Science Field Trip

January 8 - Grade 2 and Grade 6 UB Science Field Trip

January 9 - Grade 3 and Grade 4 UB Science Field Trip, Bills Day, All students can wear Bills Gear or Red, White and Blue

January 10 -Grade 5 UB Science Field Trip

January 16 - Bingo Night 5:00-6:30 pm, PAC Meeting 5:30-6:30 pm

January 20 - No School, Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 21 - Home Basketball Games 4:30

January 22 - Math Interim Grades 3-8

January 23 - End of 2nd Quarter, Home Basketball Games 4:30

January 24 - Kindergarten Field Trip

January 28 - ELA Interim Grades 3-8

January 29 - No School, Lunar New Year

January 30 - Lockdown Drill

February 3-7 - i-Ready Winter Diagnostic all students K-8

February 5 - 2 Gen Family Event 4:00 pm

February 8 - Super Saturday 9:00-11:30

February 17-21 - No School February Break

February 26 - WCCS/M&T BOARD MEETING-LOCATION-ONE M&T PLAZA 2:30 pm

February 28 - Black History Showcase 9:00-10:30 am

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With your support, we look forward to building on our school’s 30-year history

of educating our community’s children. With your help, we can grow our pride!