Wildcat Weekly
News from Westfield Elementary: November 8, 2024
Westfield Principal Kristen Ulery
Westfield families:
If your child was absent on the original picture day, or if you would like retakes, picture retake day is on Tuesday, November 12th. If you would like an information form, some are available in the office. Just let you child's teacher or Tessa know that you need one.
Our students have been preparing for Veterans Day with lessons and activities in their classrooms. If you're at the school next week, be sure to check out what the kids made to honor veterans in the hallway by the office. Thank you to all those who have served!
Have a great weekend!
Kristen Ulery
Westfield Principal
Picture retakes on November 12
Please notify your child's teacher if you would like your child to participate in retakes on Tuesday.
Students can get free dental exams at school in November
The DuPage County “Smile Squad” will be offering free dental exams at our school on Wednesday, November 19. This exam will meet the state-mandated requirements for kindergarten, second, and sixth graders. All students can receive a free dental exam and toothbrush. If your child meets financial eligibility requirements, they can also receive a free cleaning, fluoride treatment, and sealants. See the flier and download a permission form: https://bit.ly/3NssH6X Espanol Questions? Contact (630) 682-7400
Music Boosters tree, wreath, holiday décor orders due November 12
Parents and community members can support CCSD 89 musicians by ordering trees, wreaths, and holiday decorations through the D89 Music Boosters Association. The last day to place an order is Tuesday, November 12. Orders will be available for pick up on December 7 at Glen Crest. You can place your order and see images of the items by using this form. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eRbgsH
Socktober results
The Socktober results are in! Westfield donated a total of 445 pairs of socks for DuPage PADS! Lots of people in need will be a little warmer and more comfortable this winter thanks to the generosity of our Westfield families!
Parent Series: An evening with best buddies (November 13)
At 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 13, there will be an in-person screening of the short film “Saving Superman” about Jonathan, a Glen Ellyn resident who has autism spectrum disorder. Johnathan is well-known in the community for serving as Superman in local parades. This evening will also be a celebration of “Best Buddies”, a friendship program for adults with disabilities. This in-person event will take place at Glenbard West High School. Free online event through the GPS Parent Series. More info: https://bit.ly/3YtGsr4
Parent Series: How to limit the toxic influence of social media on teens (November 14)
At noon and 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 14, professor and author Kara Alaimo will discuss how social media may be affecting every aspect of our lives and why so much of the content in our feeds is designed to hold us back. She will share strategies for how we can use the platforms to empower ourselves and others for good. Preview. This free online event is part of the GPS Parent Series. More info: https://bit.ly/3Ao5MXB
Free flu shots available through Jewel-Osco through February
Uninsured and low-income families can receive a voucher for a free flu vaccine at any DuPage County Jewel-Osco until February 25. No appointment or prescription is needed, but supplies are limited. More info: https://bit.ly/3AgjrzF
Health departments are offering tips on how to tell the difference between a cold and the flu and information on the flu vaccine. Your family’s doctor or the school nurse can help resolve any questions. More information about immunization, health, and dental resources is available at: www.ccsd89.org/Page/534
Holiday toy drive
The Glen Ellyn Junior Women's Club is conducting a toy drive to collect new, unwrapped toys to be distributed to kids in Districts 89 & 41 this holiday season. If you are interested in making a donation, there is a collection box in the vestibule at Westfield's main entrance where you can leave new, unwrapped toys for collection. Click on the fliers below for more information.
Upcoming events
November 12: Picture retake day
November 15: First trimester ends
November 15: Preschool developmental screening
November 18: Board of Education meeting, 7 p.m.
November 20: Parent Series: Understanding, preventing addiction, noon and 7 p.m.
November 21: Report cards go home with students
November 21: Parent Series: Ayudar a los adolescentes a gestionar sus emociones, 6 p.m.
November 27-29: No school (Thanksgiving break)
December 4: Parent Series: Reduce parent burnout, raise competent kids, noon and 7 p.m.
December 5: Parent Series: Find your future at college, 7 p.m.
December 5: Parent Series: Encuentra tu futuro en la noche universitaria, 7 p.m.
December 10: Parent Series: Skills for better grades, less stress, noon and 7 p.m.
December 11: Parent Series: Preparing students with disabilities for college, noon and 7 p.m.
December 13: Glen Crest winter chorus concert at Glen Crest, 7 p.m.
December 16: Board of Education meeting
December 17: Parent Series: Strengthening teen socialization skills, noon and 7 p.m.
December 19: Parent Series: Estrategias para ayudar a familias y adolescentes sanos a prosperar, 7 p.m.
December 23-January 6: Winter break
Family Bingo night on November 15
Please join us for Family Bingo Night from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on November 15.
The cost is $5 per person and includes pizza, pop, and a reusable bingo card. We will have prizes available for the winners. Hope to see many of you there!
Registration forms have been sent home with students.
Restaurant Night- Noodles & Company November 19 4pm-8pm
Westfield’s PTC will receive 25% of all proceeds for orders from 4pm-8pm
on November 19. Order online or in person.
Noodles & Company
706 Roosevelt Rd
Glen Ellyn, IL
Spirit wear stickers & magnets now available
PTC has magnets & stickers available for purchase at Westfield's front office. Magnets are $10 and stickers are $3. Shirts and sweatshirts will be on sale at PTC sponsored events.
Save the date...Upcoming PTC events
Nov 15 - Family Bingo Night, 6-8 p.m. at Westfield
Nov 19 - Noodles & Company Restaurant night, 4-8 p.m.
Nov 21 - PTC meeting, 7 p.m. in LMC
Dec 6 - Movie night 6-8 p.m.
Dec 11 - School store during lunch recess
Dec 14 - Winterfest 1:00 p.m.
Stay connected with the Westfield PTC
Please feel free to connect with the PTC via:
- Our private group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/417506058937748/
- Our updated website: http://www.ccsd89.org/westfieldPTC
- Our email: westfieldptc@gmail.com
Students, families can report crises and threats through Safe2Help
Students and families can confidentially call, email, or text the Safe2Help tip line to report bullying, threats, or classmates in crisis. Students or families can call (844) 4-SAFE-IL, which is (844) 472-3345; text SAFE2, which is 72332; email Help@Safe2HelpIL.com; or submit tips through the online form. Safe2Help submissions are monitored every hour of every day. More info: https://bit.ly/3BPxObO
Need tech support for your CCSD 89 device? Use this site
Families that need support for iPad or Chromebook issues should use the district’s online help system. Enter your contact information and some details about the problem at: https://bit.ly/89techsupport
Stay connected with CCSD 89 and Westfield
Stay connected with the latest news by following Community Consolidated School District 89 on Facebook (facebook.com/CCSD89), Twitter (@CCSD89), and YouTube (www.youtube.com/@CCSD89). You can also follow Westfield on Twitter at @Westfield89
Most recent fliers:
See all the CCSD 89 community fliers at www.ccsd89.org/backpack
Wheaton Briarcliffe Youth Baseball
Glen Ellyn Public Library November youth programs
Smile Squad free dental exams in CCSD 89 (November)
Christmas on State Street history presentation (November 23)
Free Thanksgiving dinner (November 28)
Free flu vaccine at Jewel-Osco (through February 28)
Support group for families of children with autism
Metropolitan Family Services free preschool
Programas gratis educación preescolar
Free groceries through Northern Illinois Food Bank
Westfield Elementary School
Attendance phone: (630) 858-2770
Online backpackEmail: info@ccsd89.org
Website: www.ccsd89.org/westfield
Location: Westfield Elementary School, Mayfield Lane, Glen Ellyn, IL, USA
Phone: (630) 858-2770
Facebook: facebook.com/CCSD89
Twitter: @westfield89
Families can call school’s main number to report an absence
Parents who need to report their student’s absence can call the school’s general number, then press 1. To reach the nurse, press 2. The main office can be reached by pressing 3.