The Westgate Wire

Get Ready! The Westgate PTA will be hosting the SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR in the Westgate LMC during Parent Teacher Conferences on Friday, February 14th. Be sure to swing by and stock up on new books! And - as always - every purchase at the Book Fair benefits the Westgate PTA.

Students will preview the Book Fair with their classes on February 13th, and families can shop during Parent-Teacher Conferences.

All forms of payment will be accepted, but you can also set up an eWallet for your child in advance to make cash-free purchases. Click the link to access the Westgate Book Fair homepage to preview books and to set up an eWallet: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/westgateelementaryschool5

The annual 5th grade World Language Choice system for current 5th graders is now live. Families received personalized letters with their login info. The window is open from Tuesday, January 21 - Wednesday, January 29th. Please make your choice as soon as possible. Families can reach out to Katie Paulson (kpaulson@sd25.org) with any questions. Thanks!

Please consider participating in our Westgate PTA Dine out fundraiser at Lou Malnati's Monday 1/27/25

It is super simple! You can Dining in, order by Phone Call or Restaurant Website and Westgate PTA will receive 20% of the total order back!

• Dine in - 1050 East Higgins Rd. Elk Grove, IL and mention that you are with Westgate Elementary School
• To order by Phone - Call (847) 439 - 2000 and mention that you are with Westgate Elementary School before placing your order.
• To order from the Website - visit Lou Malnati's Pizzeria online ( Lou Malnati's Online Ordering ) Use the promo code of "GPFUND24"
  

**This does not include 3rd-party delivery apps.

Westgate Cares will be decorating quilt squares to create blankets for children who are critically ill or traumatized through the organization Project Linus. Please join us after school on Thursday, February 20th from 3:35 – 4:30pm for this activity. We have availability for 45 students to join us, so please sign up today! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549AEAC2DA3FC1-54497352-westgate. If you have questions, please email: westgatecarespta@gmail.com

School-age children are susceptible to various common illnesses.

We encourage you to take a moment to review this Information Letter on Common Illnesses for valuable guidance.

To help prevent these illnesses, please remind your child to practice healthy habits, including:

• Washing hands frequently.

• Staying well-hydrated.

• Avoiding the sharing of personal items, food, or drinks.

• Refraining from touching their eyes.

• Covering their mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter as we work together to keep our students healthy and safe.

A mindful manatee at school shows kindness and care for others. This friendly sea animal pays close attention when friends are talking. The manatee shares supplies invites everyone to join in fun activities, and helps classmates. By being patient and understanding, the manatee makes sure everyone feels happy and included. This caring way of being not only builds strong friendships but also helps create a friendly and supportive school where everyone feels important.

• January 31st - Favorite Winter Animal

• February 28th - Pajama Day

• March 21st - Westgate Spirit Wear

• April 25th - Crazy Wear (Hats, Socks, Mismatch, etc.)

1/29-PTA Meeting at 7:00 p.m.

1/30-Second Grade Music Program

2/13-PTA Book Fair

2/13-Valentine's Day Parties

2/14-Parent Teacher Conferences

2/17-President's Day-We do have school!

2/28-Westgate Variety Show at 6:30 p.m.