Werner Weekly

Stay up-to-date with the Werner School Calendar

• May 29: Last Day of School (12:13 dismissal)
• August 13: Supply Drop-Off and Meet the Teacher
• August 14: First Day of School (Kindergarten staggered start)

Dear Werner Community,

Congratulations on another fantastic school year! I just want to say "Thank You" for all of your support of our great community and your child. We are blessed by such an involved and supportive community!

As we finish of this school year, I wanted share a few highlights of this year. They are a continued reflection of the great things about Werner and your child.

• Community Events- We had the Fall Festival, Veterans Day Breakfast, International Night, and Donuts with Grownups as a place for our community to come together and connect.
• Enrichment Clubs- We had over fifteen clubs or events for students to participate in to explore their passions and interests.
• Specials Highlights- Our Specials Program is an integral part of a whole child experience and our students were able to participate in field day, art fair, and our music concerts. These events give our students an opportunity to shine and show their skills!
• Fundraising Support- Through our PTA's efforts, our Read-a-Thon fundraiser was a huge success! Over $37,000 was raised to support various needs. We committed about $11,000 to teacher budgets to enhancing their classrooms. We committed $13,000 towards playground enhancements. The initial money went towards soccer goals and new bike racks and we will have a Gaga pit installed later this summer! The rest of the money went towards other school needs like a new laminator. With last year's budget cuts, these all helped support some needs and wants!
• Academic Excellence- We just received the John Irwin School of Excellence Award for 2023 and 2024. This award goes to schools that demonstrate excellent academic achievement in the state. We are still sorting through our spring assessment data, but early indications show that our students are continuing to grow and achieve high standards!
• Volunteers- We had over 3100 hours of service this year from volunteers! We know that many hours are not always recorded either. Thanks for all you that have helped, in any capacity, to support our school! Thanks, also, to our wonderful PTA that have been supportive!

I hope you all have a wonderful summer and time to recharge as a family! See you in August!

Sincerely,

Hayden Camp

• Last Day- Our last day is tomorrow and we will dismiss students at 12:13 pm. Breakfast will be served on the last day, but there will not be lunch. Transportation will be provided to and from school as well. Buses will drop off students about 3.5 hours earlier than normal time.
• Lost and Found- Our lost and found will be cleaned out and donated after tomorrow.
• Yearbook Update- Yearbooks have been distributed. If you have any questions, please email them to: wernerelementaryyearbook@gmail.com. If you missed ordering a yearbook, you can still do that directly to the company (shipping costs to your home will be applied). To still order a yearbook:

• Visit www.treering.com to register your family. If you haven’t purchased a yearbook before, you will need this passcode: 1014056506643352.

• SS Rescue- Two of our former students will be collecting used school supplies as a service project. Please see the flyer below for more information.
• Medication Pickup- If your student has medicine in our health office, please pick it up by the end of tomorrow.
• Report Cards- Students will bring home a copy of the report card tomorrow and it will be available on ParentVUE after 4:00 pm on May 29.
• Werner 2025-26 Back-to-School Information- Information for next year is available in this flyer.
• 2025-2026 School Supply Orders- The smart choice this year is to order EPI school supply packs. Avoid the trips to multiple stores to get all the items on your school supply list. Just order a pack online to get all the teacher approved items and brands for the 2025-26 school year. Order now with our School ID of WER013 at: https://www.educationalproducts.com/shoppacks/
• Save the Dates-- As you are planning, please save these dates for our fall activities:
• Tour de Cat- Aug. 22
• Back-to-School Nights- Sept. 2-4
• Fall Festival- Sept. 19

Dear Werner Families,

We are excited to announce that Werner is transitioning to using the KioskVue system for student check-ins and check-outs. This new system will streamline the process for recording late arrivals and early dismissals, offering families the flexibility to check in or out of school with ease.

How the KioskVue System Works:

• QR Code Scanning: Parents can use the ParentVUE mobile app to display their QR code, which can be scanned by the iPad in the front office. This will quickly record their late arrival or early dismissal.

All options are simple and convenient, ensuring that students' tardiness or early departures are recorded accurately and efficiently.

What You Need to Know:

• ParentVUE Access: Ensure that you have access to the ParentVUE app, as this will allow you to view your child’s QR code. If you have any trouble accessing your account or need assistance, please contact the front office.

We hope this new system will provide a more efficient and user-friendly experience for all families. If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact the school.

Thank you for your continued support!

We often get questions about our staff and their favorite things (for appreciation, etc.). You can access those remotely at Staff Favorites. This list is also under the "About Us" tab on our school website.

Throughout the year, we ask our community for photos that could be used for our yearbook and/or social media. This relates to school events only (e.g. classroom parties, field trips, school events, spirit days and enrichment opportunities). You can upload pictures to our 2024-2025 Werner Photo Album throughout the year. Please be mindful to not include photos of students that may not have permission.

Dear Werner Families,

As the PTA begins planning for the next school year, we’d love to hear from you! Which events did you and your Wildcats enjoy the most? What would you like to see return for the next year?

Your feedback is incredibly valuable in helping us create fun, meaningful experiences for our students and Werner community.

We also want to remind everyone that these events are only possible with the help of volunteers. Whether you have an hour or a few, your time and talents make a big impact!

Please take a moment to share your thoughts and let us know what you want to see most for the next school year! Together, we can make it another amazing year at Werner!

https://forms.gle/x9oppPt4xvq8Vwqs6

Thank you for your support,

Werner PTA

PTA Needs

With the school year coming to an end, PTA is looking to fill some open board positions in addition to event assistants! Interested? Just click on the link below to join the PTA team.

https://evite.me/buQtUMUcYd

The Werner Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) plays a crucial role in supporting our school, teachers, and most importantly, our students. We are dedicated to fostering a positive and enriching environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

JOIN THE WERNER PTA

From our annual Fall Festival to this year's Read A Thon, we have some memorable events planned and would love your help. Although membership doesn’t obligate you to volunteer hours or attend meetings, we always love to meet more of our Werner community and have your support in any way you can give it.

• Sign up for the PTA HERE to receive a free Werner yard sign & notifications of upcoming events.
• *****New this year***** Wildcat Spirit Wear is launching with new shirts, hoodies, and stickers! Visit our Givebacks website HERE for a one stop shop for everything your PTA has to offer.
• For any questions please email the PTA at ptawernerelementary@gmail.com

FREE MONEY FOR YOUR SCHOOL! Did you know there are ways to donate money to the school by doing things you already do? - If you shop at King Soopers with a loyalty card they will donate to Werner when you sign up here.

- If you like to eat out, the PTA hosts Werner Dines Out once a month and the restaurants we partner with will donate back to the school anywhere from 10-15%!

- American Warehouse is now offering rewards back to Werner for any purchase you make throughout the whole year. Just mention Werner at checkout!

Your Werner PTA

Follow us on FACEBOOK to stay engaged with school events, Werner families, and see what the PTA is up to!

Your 2024/2025 PTA Board

PTA President | Gladys Kanode

PTA Vice President | Caitlin Papp

PTA Treasurer | Patti Haswell

PTA Secretary | Juliana Potts

PTA VP of Community Programs | Marissa McNulty

PTA Past-President | Nicole Kidd Connect with us at PTAWernerElementary@gmail.com

There Is No Wrong Way to PTA. How Do You PTA?

Thank you for supporting the Werner Elementary PTA!

Welcome to the Poudre School District (PSD) Community!

We are excited to welcome back our returning families and to greet those who are new to PSD. Our district is built on a strong, collaborative spirit that truly feels like family. We are committed to supporting your students academically and helping them find a genuine sense of belonging.

Preparing for the 2025–2026 School Year:

Please review the important information below for a smooth transition. If you have questions or need assistance, contact us at info@psdschools.org or 970-490-3609.

Helpful Resources:

• Transportation – Don’t Miss This Step!
  Planning for your student to ride the bus to their neighborhood school? Be sure to apply for busing — it’s required!

• The application window opens April 28th and closes July 15th.
• If you do not apply during this time, your student will not be assigned to a bus until after the school year starts.
• To avoid delays, get your application in early by clicking on this link

• Online Registration: Register your student for their neighborhood school at olr.psdschools.org. Determine your student's neighborhood school here.

1. In-Person Registration: Elementary schools will have registration days on Thursday, July 31, and Friday, August 1. Contact your student's school for more information.
2. Summer Break: Some schools may be closed during summer break, and online registrations may not be processed until staff returns. For help, contact PSD Records at psdrecords@psdschools.org or 970-490-3142.
3. Families with students already enrolled and continuing in PSD for the 2025-26 school year do not need to register their students.

• ParentVUE: Access your student's grades, schedules, attendance, and more.

• Visit ParentVUE for details.
• Summer Break: Some schools may be closed during summer break. For help, contact PSD Records at psdrecords@psdschools.org or 970-490-3142.

• School of Choice: Apply for your student to attend a school other than their designated neighborhood school at soc.psdschools.org. Learn more on the PSD School Choice Process page.

• Summer Break: Some schools may be closed during summer break, and school choice applications may not be processed until staff returns. For questions about School Choice, contact choice@psdschools.org or 970-490-3203.

• High School Transcript/Graduation Verification: Submit requests at psdschoolsco.scriborder.com. Find more information on the Student Records and Transcripts page.

• General Information and Additional Resources: Visit the PSD District website for more resources.

1. Programs and services for students with disabilities: Integrated Services page.
2. Support for students and families through state & federal funding programming: Language, Culture, and Equity Department page.
3. Programs to benefit students’ physical and mental health as well as 504 and health care action plans: Student Support Services page.

Once again, welcome to PSD! We’re so happy to have you as part of our community and we look forward to seeing all that you’ll accomplish.

Sincerely,

Poudre School District

• PSD sends frequent emails to currently registered volunteers, but those are getting lost in some recipients' junk mail folders. If you are registered as a volunteer with PSD, please check your junk mail & mark those sent by "Volunteer Coordinator" as safe to receive.

• For those who are not yet registered to volunteer but want to help in our schools please visit - Volunteer Registration

One of many ways information is shared is through the PSD Now community newsletter, which features timely information about the latest happenings in the district. This is emailed to families and interested community members about every other Thursday.

Here is the most recent newsletter of PSD Now. For archived newsletters and information about how to sign up, go to: https://www.psdschools.org/department/communications.

Hey parents and caregivers! We know that you support your child’s learning in every way possible. Poudre Libraries are here to support you! The library will promote reading, learning, and family fun through our free SUMMER ADVENTURE.

ADVENTURE ON!

The free, all-ages Summer Adventure encourages curiosity, and provides exciting opportunities to learn, play, and read together. Studies show that children who read or are read to during the summer more effectively retain the learning progress they worked so hard to achieve during the school year. Over the summer, it’s important for kids to build a consistent reading routine, explore the world around them, and have fun. That’s why we have created a Bingo Board of activities that are fun to complete AND help kids practice reading, science, technology, art, math, and health.

To accompany them on their adventure, kids and teens get a free book of their choice to keep just for signing up for the challenge! Upon completing at least one Bingo, kids and teens can pick a second book.

Families can track their progress through Summer Adventure digitally or on paper. To participate digitally, download the Beanstack Tracker app from the Apple or Google Play store or visit our Beanstack website at PoudreLibraries.beanstack.org. The website is available in multiple languages with the Google Translate button at the bottom right of the screen. To participate on paper, pick up a printed Bingo Board from any library location starting May 1 (available in English and Spanish).

Save the Dates

May 1 – Pre-registration opens on the Beanstack app and online at PoudreLibraries.beanstack.org

May 27 – The SUMMER ADVENTURE begins! Sign up and collect your free book from any library location (while supplies last).

June 1 - Programs and events start. Join us for energetic storytimes, interactive performances, and hands-on explorations!

Keep in mind: Summer Adventure is not just for kids! Research shows that kids benefit when adults model reading and learning, too. That’s why the adventure is for the whole family -- kids, teens, and grown-ups! Read and complete activities together, then count it on everyone’s Bingo board.

Gear up for a summer of adventure! See you at Poudre Libraries!

An award-winning neighborhood school in Fort Collins, Colorado

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Phone: (970) 488-5550

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