West Godwin Weekly

Wednesday, Jan 24 - Early Release

Wednesday, Jan 31 - Early Release

Wednesday, Jan 31 - Family Math Night 5:00-6:30 pm

Wednesday, Feb 14 - Early Release

Friday, Feb. 16 - Principal's Coffee - 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday, Feb 21 - Half Day 12:00 pm

Thursday, Feb 22 - Friday, Feb 23 - NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, Feb. 28 - Kindergarten Registration - 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, Mar 6 - Early Release

Wednesday, Mar 6 - Family Reading Night - 5:00-6:30 pm

Wednesday, Mar 20 - Early Release

Wednesday, Mar 27 - Early Release for Parent Teacher Conferences

Thursday, Mar 29 - Half Day - 12:00 Dismissal

Friday, Mar 30 - NO SCHOOL

Monday, Apr 1 - Friday, Apr 5 - Spring Break - NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, Apr 17 - Early Release

Friday, Apr 19 - Principal's Coffee - 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday, May 1 - Early Release

Wednesday, May 22 - Early Release

Friday, May 24 - Half Day 12:00 pm

Monday, May 27 - NO SCHOOL

Thursday, May 30 - All School Picnic during lunch

Friday, May 31 - Half Day 12:00 pm - Last Day of School

January/February 2024

Mrs. Jenkins:

Hello West Godwin! I am so excited to be back at West so we can enjoy music together! We have been warming up our singing voices and our listening ears! We are practicing listening for the beat and pitch in our songs as we move our bodies to match what we hear. Make sure you ask your students to sing our “Hello” song for you! If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at jenkins@godwinschools.org. I would love to hear from you.

Mrs. Johns:

I hope all of our West Godwin families enjoyed a nice holiday season and that your 2024 is off to a great start! (Besides all of the wacky winter weather!) In Physical Education classes, we are “kicking off” our foot skills unit -- students will learn basic soccer footwork including dribbling, trapping, passing and kicking. After practicing our skills, we will use them in various games like dribble tag, striker ball, four goal soccer and sideline soccer. Following that, we will begin our hand skills unit on ball handling and dribbling/striking and will incorporate activities using basketballs and badminton equipment. Students will also get to play some fun tag games and Fitness Bingo to burn some extra energy to get through these long, cold winter days!

Ms. Matelski:

Welcome back! I hope everyone enjoyed their winter break and the additional snow days! This month we will be revisiting different concepts learned in the beginning of the school year such as; parts of a book, Authors/ Illustrators, Fiction vs. Nonfiction, characters, setting and plots of a book! We have been discussing the importance of choosing that GOOD FIT BOOK using the “I PICK” method - thinking about the Purpose, Interest, Comprehension and Know most of the words! Cozy up with a good book this chilly winter and use the 5 finger method for retelling a story - 1. Characters 2. Setting 3. Problem 4. Events (beginning,middle, end) 5. Solution.

Ms. Carter:

Hello everyone! I hope you all are staying warm and enjoyed the holidays. Through December, we focused on respect in Kindergarten Connect. Students learned the golden rule, treat others the way you want to be treated, and we focused on how we can be respectful while playing with friends. For January, we are focusing on having a growth mindset. Kindergarteners will practice affirmations in Connect, and engage in organized play as they are encouraged to support each other's growth mindset. Furthermore, our lovely play therapy team from Playground GR will still be joining us weekly. Please know if you have any questions or concerns, you can reach me at darbi.carter@godwinschools.org. I would love to chat with you all! Happy 2024.

As a Title One school, our building receives funding from the federal government to support instruction. In order to receive that funding, we must communicate specific information with our families. Linked below is a letter letting you know that, at any time, you may request information about the qualifications of the staff working in our building. If you have any questions regarding this process, please do not hesitate to reach out to our State and Federal Programs Director, Mary Lang. She can be reached via email at lang@godwinschools.org or by phone at 616-252-2030.

WEST GODWIN Parents Right to Know

Join us on Wednesday, January 31st for our Family Math Night! Learn some fun new math games and activities to play with your children. Our math stations will be available from 5:00-6:15 on Wednesday night in the Gym. Please park in the BACK of school and come join in the fun!

It's that time of year again! As we head into winter and colder days ahead, please be sure to dress your child appropriately for the weather! Students go outside daily if the temperature is above 16 degrees and the wind chill is above zero.

Winter clothing to stay warm:

• Coat
• Hat
• Gloves
• Snow Boots
• Snow Pants
• Scarf

Please contact the school and ask for Sarah Schantz if your child is in need of winter gear.

Drop-Off -Students can be dropped off in the rear lot off of 36th street between 8:15 am and 8:30 am. Staff will call you forward to the flag and open the door for your student.

For safety, we ask that you and your student remain in your vehicle until staff directs you to the drop-off area. Please have your child’s coat on and additional items ready prior to pulling into the drop-off zone.

Pick-Up- Students can be picked up in the rear lot off 36th street at 3:30 pm. Please remember to have your student information sign at your window.

Please pay close attention to security officers and staff directing traffic daily. For safety please follow directions of staff during pick-up and drop-off and practice slow speeds through the student drop-off pick-up zone.

Please observe the Right Turn Only Sign as you exit the parking lot. Attempts to turn left have resulted in some extremely close calls when entering traffic on 36th street.

At Godwin Heights we believe that all students possess the ability to learn, to experience personal success, and to be productive citizens. Godwin Heights Public Schools deliver quality education enabling each student to work cooperatively and to participate in our diverse, democratic society

Mrs. Mary Lang lang@godwinschools.org

• Principal

Mrs. Casey Kroll

• Assistant Principal casey.kroll@godwinschools.org

Ms. Lindsay Visser lindsay.visser@godwinschools.org

• Secretary

Ms. Veronica Castro veronica.castro@godwinschools.org

• Secretary

Website: www.godwinschools.org
Location: 3546 Clyde Park Ave SW, Wyoming, MI
Phone: (616) 252-2030
Facebook: facebook.com/westgodwinelementary

The Godwin Heights Public Schools Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis or religion, race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its program, activities, or employment. Further, it is the policy of this District to provide an equal opportunity for all students, regardless of race, color, creed, age, disability, religion, gender, ancestry, national origin, place of residence within the boundaries of the District, or social or economic background, to learn through the curriculum offered in the district. For concerns or questions regarding the above discrimination statement, contact the EEOC Compliance Officer at 15 – 36th Street SW, Wyoming, MI 49548. Telephone: (616)252-2090. If your questions are not adequately addressed, refer your concerns to the President of the Godwin Heights Board of Education, 15 – 36th St SW, Wyoming, MI 49548.