The Spencer-Westlawn Transformer
Newsletter 2024 Volume 1
Principal's Message
Welcome back students, parents, faculty and staff to the 2024-2025 school year! I am excited to see all of your smiling faces and eager to embark on another year of learning and growth together.
As we approach the end of 1st Quarter, I want to remind each of you of the importance of setting goals, working hard, and being kind to one another. This year, let's challenge ourselves to push beyond our comfort zones, try new things, and support one another in our academic and personal endeavors. I am confident that we have an incredible year ahead of us, filled with opportunities for success and personal development. Let's work together to make the most of this school year and create a positive and supportive environment for all.
I look forward to seeing all that we can achieve together. Welcome back, and let's make it a great year!
Warmest Regards,
Principal Davis
ARI Family & Community Support Resources
Hello Spencer-Westlawn families,
Please scan the QR codes below to take advantage of the valuable resources created by the Alabama Reading Initiative.
Parent Access to Schoology
1st Quarter Ends October 11, 2024
Virtual Day September 30, 2024
Spirit Night October 3, 2024
Stop Bullying Events October 14-18, 2024
Drug Prevention Bus October 15, 2024
Parent Empowerment Sessions October 17, 2024
Report Cards go home Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Coffee with the Principal October 24, 2024
Red Ribbon Week October 21-25, 2024
Drug Free Week October 25, 2024
Trunk or Treat October 31, 2024
Virtual Day November 5, 2024
Fall Festival November 8, 2024
Veteran's Day November 11, 2024
Need help with Basic Facts?
Daily Math Fact Practice
Does your child need help learning their basic facts? The following attachments can be downloaded according to your child's grade level to help them learn their facts. Spend about 15-20 minutes each day practicing. Students that show math fact proficiency will be invited to the Math Fact Proficiency Party on December 8th. This is a party that you DO NOT want your child to miss!
Need help with homework?
HomeworkAlabama.org
Does your child need extra help with homework? Would you like to receive help for your child for FREE? Well look no further than HomeworkAlabama.org! This site offers Free Homework Help, Tutoring and Test Prep for Alabamians. Check it out NOW and click the link below!
The Alabama Literacy Act
Alabama Achieves "I Can" Booklets K-3
The Alabama State Department has developed "I Can" Booklets for grade levels K-3. This is a guide to help Alabama families understand the critical reading knowledge expected to be mastered at the end of grades K-3 by all Alabama students. Click on your child's grade level to unlock the resources.
"I Can" Resource Booklets K-3 (Click the links to find helpful resources.)
Kindergarten I Can Booklet: https://www.alabamaachieves.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ARI_2023213_Kindergarten-Booklet-My-Child-Can-February-2023_V1.0.pdf
1st Grade I Can Booklet: https://www.alabamaachieves.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/ARI_2020-7-31_FirstGradeBookletMyChildCan_V1.00.pdf
2nd Grade I Can Booklet: https://www.alabamaachieves.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/ARI_2020-7-31_SecondGradeBookletMyChildCan_V1.00.pdf
3rd Grade I Can Booklet: https://www.alabamaachieves.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/ARI_2020_7-31_ThirdGradeBookletMyChildCan_V1.00.pdf
School Uniform Information
ALL students should be dressed in their proper uniform each day.
Attendance: Aiming for Perfect Attendance
🗓 Coming Up!
Parent Reminders
Important Reminders
- Read with your child for at least 15 to 20 minutes nightly. Ask the following comprehension questions: Who? What? When? Where? Why? How?
- Practice Basic Facts nightly based on your child's current grade level.
- Practice Sight Words nightly.
- Check your child's grades in Schoology regularly.
- Teacher/Parent Conferences: If you have concerns regarding your child's academic progress please contact your child's teacher via Remind.
💡 Spencer - Westlawn is here to help!
School Contact Information
School Number: (251) 221-1705
Website: https://www.spencerwestlawn.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpencerWestlawn
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpencerWestlawn