Casey Families,

Please keep an eye out for information regarding our Parent Conferences in November. Informational letters have been mailed and should arrive in your mailboxes within the next few days. It’s important to take a moment to review the details, as there have been a few changes this year, including a shift from student-led to a traditional teacher-led conference format. For added convenience, a digital version is also attached to this newsletter.

I’m excited to update you on the progress of our Character Education Wednesday program! So far, students have been engaged in mini-lessons focused on important traits like the Other People Mindset, Curiosity, Teamwork, Open-Mindedness, Being Present and Attentive, Integrity, and Creativity. Teachers have been impressed with the high level of student participation, and the morning discussions around these traits have been both insightful and meaningful.

Lastly, I want to express how proud I am of our school community during Unity Week. The overwhelming generosity and support for Keeley’s mission have been truly heartwarming, and we are so grateful for your donations.

Thank you for your continued partnership,

Dr. Curella, Principal

Technology and Engineering Teachers Jeff Addison and Adam Zubricky created an unforgettable experience for our students with the launch of their rockets. Their hands-on approach not only captivated the students’ imaginations but also provided them with a valuable opportunity to apply the principles of engineering and physics in a real-world setting.

Are you a 7th or 8th grader and interested in doing more amazing projects like this? Join the Technology Student Association! Compete against schools from across Western New York and unleash your creativity through woodworking, electronics, 3D printing, laser cutting, robotics, and more! The club meets Thursdays after school until 4:30 in room 130.

Main Office: (716) 626-8585

Attendance: (716) 626-8579

Health Office: (716) 626-8580

Guidance Office: (716) 626-8575

Fax: (716) 626-8562

EARLY RELEASES

If you are picking up your child for an early release that has been arranged with attendance, you will need to come into the Casey Main Entrance to sign your child out. Please remember to send in a note for early releases, late arrivals, and absences. You can also report your student's attendance by logging into WITS and clicking on the Daily Attendance line on the homepage.

DROPPING OFF FORGOTTEN ITEMS

If you are dropping off an item for your student, please ensure the item is labeled with the student’s name. For your convenience, post-it notes are available in our lobby across from the green drop-off carts. For sanitary reasons, we ask that any clothing items or shoes be placed in a bag before dropping them off. Your cooperation is appreciated.

VISITORS TO CASEY

All District buildings, including Casey Middle School, are using the RAPTOR system to sign visitors in/out. All visitors must enter the building at the main entrance on Casey Road. Please be prepared to show government issued ID, such as a valid driver’s license, upon entering Casey. We will scan your ID and issue a visitors badge to be worn for the duration of your visit.

PARKING LOT REMINDER

Please avoid parking in the bus loop in front of the main entrance during morning arrivals (8:30-9:00am) and afternoon dismissal (3:15-3:45pm) so that your car does not get trapped by the buses coming into the loop. If you are coming to the school during these times, please park in the lot just north of the bus loop near the 5th grade wing.

Upstate Images will be here only in the morning of 11/5 to take make-up photos. Click or scan the QR code and use code: casey24 to order photos for your student(s). If you need another copy of the flier to make a cash or check payment, you or your student may request one from the Main Office. If you are having your photo retaken, please remember to bring back any original photos and/or proofs that you may have already received. These will be handed in to the photographers at the time of the retake.

• 10/29 -North HS Trunk or Treat
• 11/1 - No School in observance of Diwali
  
• 11/5 -Picture Retakes / Make Ups
• 11/8 -End of Marking Period 1
• 11/11 - No School in observance of Veteran's Day
• 11/15 - Casey PTSA 5th & 6th Grade Activity Night
• 11/21 - Evening parent-teacher conferences by appointment
• 11/25 - Half Day for Students, 12:15pm Dismissal / Afternoon & evening parent-teacher conferences by appointment
• 11/28 & 11/29 - No School - Thanksgiving Recess

This year's PTSA Council Holiday Craft Show will take place December 7th (10am-4pm) & 8th (10am-3pm) at Heim Elementary and Heim Middle Schools. This craft show has a long community history in Williamsville and is the primary fundraiser for our annual scholarships. The PTSA Council is looking for volunteers to help with the event. Volunteers earn free entry into the craft show before or after their shift, or on the opposite day. CLICK HERE if you'd like to help out!

We have limited spots for student crafters on Sunday! For students who would like to participate in the show, please CLICK HERE to fill out the student application.

Many of our Casey clubs are already underway, but it's not too late for you to join! Some may be starting later in the school year. You can explore all of our club offerings on WITS or by clicking the image below! Reach out to club advisors with any questions.

We are looking for a volunteer to collect submissions for this year's Reflections program.

What is Reflections? It is a national program that encourages students of all grades to and abilities to explore the arts! Each year students are asked to reflect on a theme and create original works of art in the areas of dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts.

This year's theme is: Accepting Imperfection

If anyone is interested in chairing this program, please email PTSA co-president Lindsay Mang at lindsaymang@hotmail.com.

It will be held 11/4 - 11/17 and take place entirely online! We will send more information and a link for ordering very soon!

Get excited for a fun night celebrating your start to an amazing school year! Come play lawn games, join the glow dance party, sing some Karaoke, play 3v3 basketball, make a bracelet or just come have some pizza and hang with your friends!

• Friday November 15
• 7:00-8:30pm
• Casey Middle School
• Wear NEON or WHITE!

We are also looking for a few more volunteers! Sign Up HERE!

The PTSA School Store will be open for students on select Fridays during lunches! Located just outside of the cafeterias, students can buy pens, pencils, erasers, stickers, and so much more!

Upcoming Dates:

October 25

November 8

November 22

Collect Dash’s Receipts and support our students!

Send receipts to the main office to Andrea Kulka.

Dash’s donates $2.50 for every $100 spent!

Click the image below to join or renew your membership for the 2024-2025 school year.

You can join anytime all year long!

President Lindsay Mang (lindsaymang@hotmail.com)

President Christy McCarthy (christym381@gmail.com)

Membership VP Cheryl Rode (cherylrode01@gmail.com)

Treasurer Liz Cercone (enc1026@gmail.com)

Corresponding Secretary Jackie DiNunzio (jackiedinunzio@gmail.com)

Recording Secretary Amy Newkirk (amyenewkirk@yahoo.com)

SEPTSA Rep Amy Newkirk (amyenewkirk@yahoo.com)

PTSA Council Rep Andrea Smith (ascooper3@yahoo.com)

Board Liaison Mark Manna (mmannaboe@williamsvillek12.org)

Meeting dates/times are subject to change.

Please check the PTSA website for the most up-to date information.

November 13, 2024 @ 7pm

January 8, 2025 @ 7pm

March 12, 2025 @ 7pm

April 23, 2025 @ 7pm

May 14, 2025 @ 7pm

CLICK HERE to join Williamsville SEPTSA! See below for the SEPTSA Newsletter as well as some fliers.