Wagner-Holt Email Template

Dear ORCA Families,

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend and had the chance to reflect on all the things we are grateful for, including the opportunity to learn and grow together as a community.

As we move forward through this season, we want to remind you of the continued importance of consistent school attendance. Regular attendance helps your child stay on track academically, build meaningful social connections, and develop positive routines that will serve them well beyond the classroom.

We understand that occasional absences are sometimes unavoidable. If your child will miss school, please be sure to notify the office as soon as possible. When possible, we encourage scheduling appointments outside of school hours to minimize disruptions to their learning.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership in supporting your child’s education. Together, we can continue to foster their success and growth.

Warm regards,
Mrs. Herrera
Principal

Breakfast: 7:40 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. All meals are free to all students.

School Starts: 8:10 a.m.

Dismissal:

Kinder: 11:50 a.m. Minimum Day: 11:50 a.m.

1st-2nd: 2:15 p.m. Minimum Day: 12:11 p.m. (Front Gate)

3rd: 2:15 p.m. Minimum Day: 12:11 p.m. (Waudman Gate)

4th-6th: 2:21 p.m. Minimum Day 12:20 p.m. (Waudman Gate)

December:

Minimum Day: Wednesday, Dec 11th

Big Smiles Dental: Thursday, Dec 12th

Spirit Week: 12/16/24 through 12/20/24

Make-It-Take-It-Night: Thursday, December 19th 5:00-6:00

Minimum Day: Friday, December 20th

Winter Break: December 23, 2024 through January 3, 2025

Kinder: Minimum Day: 11:50 a.m.

1st-2nd: Minimum Day: 12:11 p.m. (Front Gate)

3rd: Minimum Day: 12:11 p.m. (Waudman Gate)

4th-6th: Minimum Day 12:20 p.m. (Waudman Gate)

Dear Parents,

We are excited to share that our Turkey Trot was a great success! The students had a fantastic time running and participating in this friendly competition. We are proud to announce that we had 16 first-place winners and 30 second and third-place winners — what an amazing effort from all of our participants!

It was wonderful to see the enthusiasm and school spirit throughout the event. We are already looking forward to next year’s Turkey Trot and hope to be able to invite parents to come and cheer on their children as they race!

Thank you for your continued support, and we can’t wait to make next year’s event even bigger and better!

Warm regards,

Mrs. Herrera & Mrs. Berry

Dear Parents,

We are excited to announce that Big Smiles Dental will be visiting Wagner Holt on Thursday, December 12th to provide free dental care for students. This is a great opportunity to ensure your child’s dental health is in top shape!

If you would like your child to receive dental services, please complete the online registration at www.MySchoolDentist.com. For any questions or assistance, you can also reach Big Smiles Dental at 855-482-8639.

Additionally, registration forms are available in the main office during regular business hours (7:30 AM – 2:30 PM).

Don't miss out on this opportunity for your child to receive important dental care!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

At Wagner-Holt, we are proud to uphold our ORCA expectations, which guide students to be their best every day. We ask for your support at home in reinforcing these expectations. By discussing these guidelines regularly with your child and modeling these behaviors, you can help them understand the importance of being a safe, responsible, and engaged member of our school community.

Together, we can ensure that Wagner-Holt remains a positive environment for learning and growth. Thank you for being an essential part of our ORCA family!

1. Organized

   • Arrive at school on time and report to the correct location.
   • Keep toys, sports equipment, and valuables at home.
   • Wear closed-toe shoes and follow the dress code.

   Responsible & Respectful

   • Follow directions the first time they are given.
   • Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
   • Show empathy and kindness toward others.
   • Be honest and trustworthy.

   Community & Engagement

   • Cooperate and show consideration for others.
   • Be polite, encouraging, and supportive of classmates.

   Achievement

   • Strive to improve and be a better ORCA every day.

   Safety

• Walk bikes, scooters, or skateboards on campus.
• Report unsafe or inappropriate behaviors to an adult immediately.
• By following these expectations, we create a community where everyone feels safe, valued, and ready to achieve great things!

Dear Parents,

To ensure a smooth and safe drop-off and pick-up experience for all, we kindly ask you to follow these protocols:

1. Parking: If you are waiting to pick up your child, please park your car. This helps maintain the flow of traffic and avoids congestion.
2. No Blocking: Please do not block the handicap parking spaces or stand on the driveway, as these areas need to remain accessible at all times.
3. Pick-Up Location: Wait for your child on the sidewalk by the main gate.

Thank you for your cooperation and helping us create a safe and efficient environment for everyone.

As we continue into the second quarter, we want to emphasize the importance of safety for all our students. We’ve observed some students crossing Waudman Avenue outside of designated crosswalks while rushing to their vehicles.

Ensuring the safety of your child remains our top priority. We kindly ask you to encourage your child to use the crosswalks and avoid jaywalking, as it significantly reduces safety risks.

Thank you for your cooperation in creating a safer school environment.

Every school day is a chance for your child to grow, learn, and shine! 🎉 Each day is packed with fun lessons and activities that help build important skills and knowledge. When they’re in class, they’re making big strides toward success and staying on track in their learning journey.

Let’s keep teaming up to make every day an amazing one for our students! Thank you for being such a fantastic part of their educational adventure—we couldn’t do it without you! 😊✨

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