Notes from Split Rock Elementary

The weather has certainly shifted, but our work habits and vision remain steady! Our students have done an amazing job this week, working hard and having fun while doing it. As we approach Thanksgiving Break next week, we are finishing strong and with a sense of purpose.

As we conduct Parent-Teacher Conferences over the next few days, it is essential that all families are aware of their scheduled time and date. These conferences are a valuable opportunity to connect and strengthen the school-home partnership, ensuring our Wildcats continue to thrive. Our Family- School Relationship survey will be available to take at Split Rock as well. See more information below.

A reminder that attendance is extremely important for a child’s learning and development. While Monday and Tuesday are half days, they are still critical times for instruction and learning. Let’s make the most of the time we have together by ensuring all students are present and ready to engage.

Wishing everyone a restful weekend!

BE AWESOME!

Mr. Kimpland

The following dates half - days for our students. Monday, November 25 & Tuesday, November 26. Please remember to send a note if your child's dismissal routine will change for those days. Thank you!

Our District values your feedback! On December 2, 2024 we will be asking you to take a brief survey to tell us about your experience with the West Genesee Central School District. To ensure we continue to provide high quality, rigorous learning experiences that meet the needs of our learners and prepare them for college and career, we need your feedback. We thank you in advance for your thoughtful responses as they inform our Strategic Planning decision-making processes. The survey window will be open from December 2 - 16, 2024.

Positive Action and Wildcat Spirit

Purpose

Encourage and reward positive behavior and action among students, fostering a supportive and respectful school environment that aligns with our “Wildcat Way!”

• Be Present

• Be Respectful

• Be Responsible

• Be Safe

Classroom Awards

“Pack Awards”

• Golden Broom (classroom cleanliness)
• Golden Tray (classroom behavior in the cafeteria)
• Golden Whistle (classroom recess behavior)

Individual Awards

“Wildcats of the Month”

• Recognizes and celebrates students who consistently act as great role models while demonstrating outstanding effort and hard work.

Congratulations to the following students! Kehlani Ackerley, Brooke Nugent, Oliver Hubbard, Mickayla Marburger, Sofia Moskvin, Ian Wilson, Frankie Coles, Jordan Roche, Daniel Chmut, Rory Mossotti, Evelyn Davis, Aviannah Pugh, Nate Rosenberg, Christina Froio, Mamoon Hussein, Micah Crane, Zoey Card.

Congratulations to the following classes!

• Golden Broom (classroom cleanliness) Mrs. Jones' Class
• Golden Tray (classroom behavior in the cafeteria) Mr. Donaldson's Class
• Golden Whistle (classroom recess behavior) Mrs. Carbone's Class

With the winter season approaching, all families will have a long break from school to prepare for and many will be celebrating holidays.

During this time, families may experience stress and uncertainty. Through community partnerships and generous community members, Split Rock is able to provide assistance to families in need. If you would like to sign up to receive support, please reach out to me directly by calling, emailing or messaging through ParentSquare.

Please know all information is kept private and confidential. Thank you and have a safe and fun winter season!

Megan Giannino
ADA-PEP School Counselor
mgiannino@westgenesee.org

(315) 487-4656

Cooler and damper weather is upon us! Please make sure to send your child to school in appropriate attire: jackets, hats, gloves, boots and sneakers to change into.

Accidents and spills happen. I have very limited change of clothing left here at the nurse’s office.

Please send a change of clothing for your child to keep in their locker or class.

There has been an influx of children affected with upper respiratory infections caused by a bacterial infection requiring antibiotics. It is certainly tough to distinguish viral vs. bacterial without testing, so if your child does develop a fever and upper or lower respiratory symptoms (cough, shortness of breath, congestion), consult with your family Doctor if further treatment is needed. Additional info can be found by clicking here.

As a reminder, students should not be in school if they have:

• Fever at or above 100 degrees
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea

In general, your child should be without fever, vomiting, or diarrhea for 24 hours with no use of medication, before they return to school.

Attendance/Absence: ParentSquare will send a notification mid morning if your child is absent that you will be able to reply with a reason, you must wait for that notification to come through. If you do wish to let us know prior, feel free to send me a message on ParentSquare. Click here for additional info regarding reporting attendance.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to me anytime with any concerns.

Brendan Hind, RN

bhind@westgenesee.org

(315)487-4658

ParentSquare Tip: How to Streamline your Post Feed

Is your ParentSquare post feed cluttered? Would your feed to show only the schools you choose?

Here is how:

Using a Web Browser

1. If you have children at more then one school, you can switch to a different school. Click Switch School in the upper left and choose the school that has the class you want to view.
2. Click the drop-down arrow next to My School, Classes, And Groups in upper right.
3. Select the class or group.

Using the ParentSquare Mobile App

1. Tap the three bars at top left.
2. Tap Classes to view the class posts. Tap Groups to view group posts.
3. Select the class or group name.

You can submit your child’s absence reason through ParentSquare. You must wait for a notification from ParentSquare (via text, app notification or email) confirming your child’s absence before providing the reason.

You have until the end of the school day to submit the reason via ParentSquare. If you miss this deadline, please contact the school directly or send a note with your child.

From the Website:

• Click “Send Note to School”

• Enter the reason for the absence

• Click submit to send it directly to your school’s attendance office

Parents Night Out is a Split Rock PTO fundraiser. Sign up today!

Spiritwear is now available to be ordered year round! Please click below to visit the website and place your order today!

Any questions, contact Kathleen Kolb at kkolb@westgenesee.org.

The cooler weather is upon us! Please keep in mind that our students will continue to go outside for recess daily. If the temperature is 20 degrees Fahrenheit or above, recess can take place outside. If the temperature is below 20 degrees Fahrenheit (this includes factoring in the WINDCHILL), recess will be indoors. Students should always have appropriate clothing for the weather each day: Coat, boots, snow pants, hat, and gloves.

**Also, please remember to LABEL your child's cold-weather clothing. You will be so glad you did!

Announcements about school closings, delayed openings, or early dismissal will be posted on the News Headlines section of the District website home page. They will also be broadcast on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and the following stations which you can access by clicking here.

Also, ParentSquare communications software allows us to send emails, texts, and make phone calls. (Phone calls will be used for emergency situations only.)

Parent/Guardians and staff will NOT need to sign-up to receive information from schools that you are registered for in Schooltool. (You will have the option to opt-out if you choose not to receive emails, texts, and/or phone calls. To receive texts, you also have to opt-in per the instructions in the Tips article below. )

Kindergarten Registration for the 2025-2026 school year will open on December 4, 2024 and will go until March 28, 2025.

Watch for registration information on the Central Registration webpage. If you have any questions, email the Central Registrar at centralregistrar@westgenesee.org, or call Central Registration at (315) 487-4683.

When registering, parents/guardians should be prepared to upload the following:

• Two proofs of residency (i.e. mortgage or property statement or signed lease agreement, utility bill )

• proof of age

A physical examination and proof of immunizations are also required for entry into kindergarten and a dental certificate is requested for entry into kindergarten. These examinations should be done up to one year prior to the first day of school. Children who enter kindergarten this fall must be five years of age on or before December 1, 2025.

To access the most updated health requirements click here.

Monday, November 25- ELEMENTARY Half-Day Dismissal -Parent/Teacher Conferences

Tuesday, November 26- ELEMENTARY Half-Day Dismissal -Parent/Teacher Conferences

Wednesday, November 27- Friday, November 29-Thanksgiving Recess- NO SCHOOL

Monday, December 2- Grade 2 Hospitaland Field Trip

Tuesday, December 3- Grade 2 Hospitaland Field Trip

Wednesday, December 4- Grade 2- Hospitaland Field Trip

Thursday, December 5- Grade 3 & 4 Winter Concert 7 pm WGHS