Mustang Bulletin
May 6, 2024
Summer 2024
Dear West Wing Community,
We are thrilled to announce our updated mission statement: Mustangs: Learn. Grow. Succeed.
Our dedicated staff has worked diligently to craft a mission statement that reflects our unwavering commitment to every student at West Wing. This new statement encapsulates our goals and values, highlighting our focus as a professional learning community to foster an environment where all students thrive.
Mustangs: Learn. Grow. Succeed. embodies our belief that every student has the potential to excel academically, develop personally, and achieve success. We are dedicated to providing the support and resources necessary for each student to realize their fullest potential.
Here’s what this mission means for our community:
Learn: We are committed to creating a rigorous and engaging educational experience that promotes curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of learning.
Grow: We believe in the importance of personal growth and development, helping students build grit and the resiliency they need to navigate life’s challenges.
Succeed: We aim to empower every student to achieve their personal best and prepare for future success, whether in higher education, their careers, or their personal lives.
As we move forward with this mission, we encourage everyone in our community—students, parents, staff, and stakeholders—to join us in embracing and promoting these core values. Together, we can create a supportive and thriving environment where every Mustang can learn, grow, and succeed!
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in making West Wing School a place of excellence and opportunity for all students.
Sincerely,
Shelly Schubert
Principal
West Wing Receives A-Rated Banner at Governing Board Meeting!
Summer Math & Reading Challenge!
All Math and Reading Logs must be turned in by August 5, 2024. Students can turn in their logs to their teacher. Thank you!
Welcome Mr. Thomas Hancock, West Wing Assistant Principal!
Dear West Wing Community,
Please help us give a warm Mustang welcome to our new assistant principal, Mr. Tomas Hancock!
About Mr. Hancock:
I am originally from Michigan and attended Michigan State University. My wife and I have 4 children (3 girls and a boy) in our home from age 15 to 9. I am blessed to be back as a site administrator. My favorite sport is ice hockey, which I played for 12 years.
I am very excited about my first year serving the entire Mustang educational community as the Assistant Principal at West Wing School! I have been in education for 20 years. I have been a site leader as an Assistant Principal and Principal. I have taught 6th grade, 4th grade, and middle school. I have a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership and Teacher Supervision and certificates for Teacher, Principal and Superintendent.
I cannot wait for the new school year to start so our ENTIRE school community can learn and grow together at West Wing School! Let’s Go Mustangs!
Congratulations Mrs. McDermott!
Crossing Guard Needed
BMX Air Show
Thank you PTSA!
We would like to thank our PTSA for a wonderful assembly the last week of school! Students learned about bike safety, kindness, and commitment!
Congratulations to our promoting 8th Graders! #Alwaysamustang 🐎
Order Supply Kits by July 1!
Parents, the BEST way to buy school supplies for next year is with our partner, 1st Day School Supplies. Get the exact supplies your teacher requested packaged all in one beautiful, newly redesigned box. They only sell the highest quality branded products like Ticonderoga, Elmer's, Crayola, and Fiskars... GUARANTEED! Plus, you will be amazed at how much money you save compared to shopping at Walmart, Target, and Amazon, up to 30%. Buy your 1st Day School Supplies kit today before it’s too late. 1st Day School Supplies is the BEST way to buy back-to-school supplies. Order Now!
Free Summer Meals
We have limited open enrollment spots open for the 24-25 school year!
7th Grade Project Based Learning!
Students in seventh grade participated in a project based learning activity that culminated with a door decorating contest between the four homeroom classes. Congratualations to Ms. Patena's students on their Japan door!
Follow the Official West Wing School Social Media Accounts!
West Wing Athletics
Dear 7th and 8th Grade Parents,
If your student will be trying out for any season of athletics next school year, please consider getting their physical completed over the summer. You can also follow the directions below to register your child now and avoid the rush before your season begins!
West Wing Library
Follow The West Wing Way show Respect, Compassion and Integrity!
Classroom Expectations
- Treat others the way you want to be treated
- Communicate effectively
- Work together
- Listen attentively
- See something, say something
Calendar Corner
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
- 3:00-5:00 PM - Meet the Teacher Night
Thursday, August 1st , 2024
- 1st day of school!
West Wing School
PreK-8
Challenging today's students to achieve excellence through strong academics, athletics, and the arts.
Proud Home of the Mustangs!
An A+ School of Excellence
"A" Rated by the Arizona Department of Education
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Attendance Line 623-376-5090
Main: 623-376-5000