North Wales Bulletin
February 27, 2023
From The Principal's Desk
Greetings North Wales Families,
Thank you to everyone that participated and came out to our Sports Night! It was the first one we held in that capacity and we had a great time. Thank you to our home and school association for organizing such a fun event. I am looking forward to next year.
Practicing our emergency drills throughout the year is an important priority to ensure the safety of our students and staff. Tuesday, February 28th we are going to have an intruder/lockdown drill.
To celebrare Read Across America Week, what better way to celebrate than to read books and have spirit days. Please see the spirit days below.
I am looking forward to another great week!
Warmly,
Ms. Dana Kenney
Principal
Important Updates For The Week
School Store This Week- Feb. 28th- Mar. 3rd
Our second school store is this week. Students will have time in the morning to puchase items. Please see the dates for each grade level below:
Tues. 2/27: 4th & 5th Grade
Wed. 2/28: 3rd & 6th Grade
Thurs. 3/1: 1st & 2nd Grade
Read Across America Week
March 9th- Parent Teacher Conferences
Weekly Schedule: February 27- March 3
Monday, February 27- Day 3
Tuesday, February 28- Day 4
Wednesday, March 1st - Day 1
Thursday, March 2nd - Day 2
Friday, March 3rd- Day 3
February/March Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Adults vs Kids Sports Night Pictures
School Store Information This Week
SCHOOL STORE is this week!
Each grade (1-6) will have one day to shop:
*4th and 5th grade - Tuesday 2/28
*3rd and 6th grade - Wednesday 03/01
*1st and 2nd grade - Thursday 03/02
*makeup day - Friday 03/03 (for anyone who was absent)
The store is open during morning arrival and will be set up in each grade’s hallway. Items range from $0.25 - $3.00. **CASH ONLY** (Please send cash in with your student on their assigned day if they would like to purchase any items)
Lastly, we are still in need of parent VOLUNTEERS: TWO each for 4th/5th and 1st/2nd and FOUR for 3rd/6th in order to run the store: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/30e0f4ba4a62da5fa7-nwschool
This is a fun way for students to support our Home and School. We look forward to seeing everyone!
7th Grade Course Selection Parent Night
Cultural Highlights For The Week
Women's History
Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society and has been observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987. Women’s History Month 2023 will take place from Wednesday, March 1 - Friday, March 31, 2023.
he National Women's History Alliance designates a yearly theme for Women's History Month. The 2023 theme is "Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories." This theme recognizes "women, past and present, who have been active in all forms of media and storytelling including print, radio, TV, stage, screen, blogs, podcasts, news, and social media."
IRONKnights Triathlon Coming Up!
Registration for this year’s Super Saturday on March 18, 2023 is now open!
Presented by NPAGE in conjunction with the North Penn School District, Super Saturday is an easy way to introduce and excite children's interests in learning about something new. Children in grades K through 6 from all over the community sign up for up to three, 45-minute classes that are taught on a Saturday morning. Class topics are diverse and include new ones like Sodoku, Soul Line Dancing and American Sign Language and more! There is something for everyone! Most of the individuals and organizations who present donate all their time and resources for the benefit of education. The money raised goes to help fund NPAGE activities including school trips, teacher grants, and scholarships.
WHEN: Saturday, March 18, 2023 9 am to 12:15 pm (Check-in from 8:30 am to 8:50 am)
WHERE: Pennfield Middle School
FEE: NPAGE Member: $12, Non Member: $18
TO REGISTER: Go to www.npenn.org/npage and click on Register for Super Saturday. View the event flyer for class options, then click the register button. Registration deadline is March 10.
Questions: Contact AnliWuNash@gmail.com or call (267) 642-1395
Smart Watch/ Cell Phone Reminder
We have seen a growing number of students using electronic devices and sending/receiving text messages throughout the day, which has disrupted the learning environment. Please note, cell phones should be in silent mode or turned off and stored in bookbags throughout the day. Smartwatches should not be used to make calls, send messages, or take photos/videos during the school day. Also, note the school is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal electronic devices. Our school team will be reminding our students of these expectations regarding personal devices.
We thank all of our families for their continued support and cooperation in limiting disruptions to the classroom.
Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
School Nutrition Services is Hiring
School Nutrition Services is Hiring!
Part time SNS Kitchen Assistants and Cafeteria Monitors
-Convenient daytime hours around student school day
-Summers, nights, weekends and holidays off
-Part time and substitute hours available
-Advancement opportunities
-$50 sign-on bonus after 25 days worked
$15.31/hour starting rate
Click HERE to see all open positions and apply today!
PSSA Testing Dates
ELA Testing: 4/24, 4/25, 4/28
Math Testing: 5/1 and 5/2
4th Grade Science Testing: 5/3 and 5/4
Makeups: 5/3, 5/4 and 5/5
Notes From The Health Suite
On April 7th, 2023, the Dental Hygiene Kids Clinic at Montgomery County Community College will provide a free dental exam, teeth cleaning, x-rays, sealants, and fluoride treatment for ages 1-17 from 8am-12pm & 1pm-5:00pm. To schedule an appointment, please call 215-641-6483 or sign up through their website mc3.edu/dental-clinic by March 10, 2023. They ask that a parent chaperone the student during the appointment and also complete the dental/ medical history packet. For additional information regarding their program at Montgomery County Community College, please click on the following attachments. They will also complete the mandated dental forms needed for school. Thank you!
Margaret M. Cox BSN, RN, CSN
Arrival and Dismissal Reminders
Please review the arrival and dismissal detailed procedures:
Home and School Information
The Guidance Corner
The Guidance Corner on the North Wales Elementary School site has a TON of information for parents. Ideas on how to help your child make friends, how to talk to kids about difficult subjects, how to get through homework more easily, what to do if your child is anxious, and where to get help during a family crisis can all be found here. We hope you will check it out often!
Parent Volunteers for the Library
We are looking for volunteers to assist in the library. If you are interested in helping out and you have your current clearances, please complete the google form below.
PUBLICITY REFUSAL FORM
Photos, videotape footage and personal interviews with North Penn students who are involved in various school-related activities are often used as part of the district's community relations efforts including district publications, North Penn Television programs; the NPSD social media pages such as Twitter, Facebook, and the NPSD Mobile App; NPSD advertisements and on the district's website.
If you do not want photos, videotape footage or interviews featuring your child used in district publications; North Penn Television programs; the NPSD social media pages such as Twitter, Facebook, and the NPSD Mobile App; NPSD advertisements; and on the district's website, please complete the link below.
Parent Communication Chart
NORTH WALES ELEMENTARY IMPORTANT APPS FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS TO HAVE
HOW TO REPORT ABSENCE, TARDINESS, AND/OR EARLY DISMISSAL
QR Codes for Apps- Apps For Parents to Download
Reports must be made by 9:30am. A "Safe at Home" call will be attempted for students who are marked absent by the teacher.
PREFERRED METHOD: Using your mobile device, download and install the SchoolMessenger app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store (or use the website https://go.schoolmessenger.com). The first time you use the app/website, select Sign Up to create your account using an email address we have on file for you. Select Attendance then Report an Absence, Tardiness, and/or Early Dismissal. (Please note: if you know your child will be out of school ahead of time, you can preschedule the absence using the app.)
North Wales Supplies List
Family Tech Support
If you are new and need a Chromebook or are in need of a repair to your child's Chromebook please visit the Technology Departments Website for more information on pick-ups and repairs.
Looking Ahead
Thursday, March 9th - Early Dismissal ( Parent Teacher Conference)
Wednesday, March 15th- Spring Picture Day
Monday, March 20-24th: Scholastic Book Fair
Tuesday, March 21st - YA/NW Band Spring Concert
North Wales Elementary
Website: https://northwales.npenn.org/
Location: 201 Summit Street, North Wales, PA 19454
Phone: 215-699-4471
Twitter: @NWelementary