Notes from East Hill Elementary

Dear East Hill Families,

I hope this message finds you all well and enjoying the spring season. As we reflect on another eventful week at East Hill Elementary, I want to extend my gratitude to our incredible community for your ongoing support and involvement.

First and foremost, a heartfelt thank you to all the families who attended our East Hill Open House this past Wednesday evening. It was truly inspiring to see our school buzzing with excitement as students proudly showcased their projects. Your presence and encouragement mean the world to us, and we are grateful for your continued partnership in your child's education. I also want to express our appreciation to everyone who took advantage of the shuttle bus service to attend the event. Your commitment to participating in school activities is commendable, and we are grateful for your efforts to make the evening a success. A special thank you to St. Joseph's Church for graciously allowing us to utilize their parking lot, which ensured smooth transportation for all.

Furthermore, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our dedicated PTA for organizing an unforgettable Educator Appreciation Week. From the delicious treats and coffee served from the food truck to the heartfelt messages adorning our walkways, and the excitement of the gift card raffle, every gesture was deeply appreciated. Your love and support truly make a difference in the lives of our staff, and we are grateful for your generosity.

Additionally, I want to thank the PTA for their hard work in organizing our successful book fair. Your commitment to promoting literacy and providing enriching reading materials for our students is invaluable, and we appreciate all that you do.

In other news, our third and fourth grade students showcased their hard work during the NYS math assessment this week, and our kindergarten students enjoyed a delightful visit to the zoo. They also had the privilege of learning about weather from meteorologist Kate Thornton, enriching their understanding of the world around them.

Looking ahead, our grade 3 and 4 chorus, orchestra, and band have been diligently preparing for our upcoming concert on Monday evening at 7:00 pm at the WGHS Auditorium. It promises to be a memorable event, and we hope to see you there to support our talented students.

As always, please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, concerns, or feedback. Your involvement and support are deeply appreciated, and together, we can continue to make East Hill Elementary a place where every child thrives.

Love,

~Susan

Addie Wojtaszek, Hannah Majewski, Ariel Russell, William Tran, Leila Kapic, Kieran McGriff, Sinead Landers, Dylan Bucktooth, Cameron Crockett, and Elijah Morgan

The Annual School District Board of Education Election and Budget Vote will take place from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 in the West Genesee High School Auditorium Lobby.

You are eligible to vote on May 21, 2024 if you are a U.S. citizen, 18 years or older, and have been a District resident for at least 30 days prior to the vote. No pre-registration is required although personal identification may be requested at the polls. Questions? Call the District Clerk at (315) 487-4563.

Residents who will not be in the area on May 21, 2024 may apply for an absentee ballot at the District Office. If the absentee ballot is to be mailed to the voter, the application must have been submitted at least seven days prior to the vote. If the absentee ballot is to be picked up by the voter in person, applications will be accepted until May 20, 2024. Absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 21, 2024.

The Communicator Budget Edition is available from the website my clicking here.

Next week is an overview of the Positivity Project's Other People Mindset. Click here for all of the character strengths definitions.

West Genesee Wildcat Olympics is on May 30th this year. Here is a link to purchase t-shirts for friends and family to support your Wildcat. We've opted for a lighter weight shirt this year.

The WG PTA/PTO District Council will be collecting gently used winter gear for West Genesee families in need. Drop off your coats, snow pants, hats, gloves and boots in the blue bins located at all schools within the District until May 17, 2024.

Questions about this program can be emailed to: westgennydistrictcouncil@gmail.com

Superintendent David C. Bills announced at the last Board of Education meeting that due to the unused emergency closing days and as per contractual agreement, a “give back" day will be Tuesday, May 28, 2024. There will be no school on this day.

Do you have a child that is starting kindergarten in Fall 2024? On May 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the WGHS LGI, there will be a panel of Kindergarten teachers and support staff sharing tips and tricks for parents to help their children get ready for the Kindergarten school experience. We would like to extend an invitation to all parents of incoming Kindergarteners for 2024-2025 to attend this event.

The end of year is fast approaching - it's time to order t-shirts! These will be worn to the Ultimate Goal field trip on June 20 as well as for the moving up celebration. This event will be held on Friday, June 21 at 1:30pm in the East Hill gymnasium for the 4th grade parents/guardians only. More info will be coming soon!

We are pleased to announce that all students enrolled at West Genesee CSD will be able to receive a FREE breakfast and lunch meal at school beginning December 1.

This implementation is a result of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) expanding access to the federal Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). CEP allows eligible schools participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs to offer school meals at no charge to all students.

What does this mean for your child(ren) attending the school(s) identified above?

Effective 12/1/2023, all students enrolled at West Genesee CSD will be able to receive one free breakfast and one free lunch each school day regardless of the family’s household income. Milk is free with a full meal. No further action is required of you.

If you have any further questions, please contact Food Service at 315-487-4661.

Please click here to read a message to parents about free meals for students.

• May 13 - Grades 3 & 4 Spring Concert - 7 pm - WGHS Auditorium
• May 21 - Grade 4 Visits WGIS
• May 21 - Budget Vote - 6 am - 9 pm - WGHS Auditorium Lobby
• May 21 - Kindergarten Readiness Panel - 7 pm - WGHS LGI
• May 22 - Grade 4 Parent Night at WGIS - 6-7 pm
• May 22 - Board of Education Meeting - 6 pm WGHS
• May 24, 27-28 - No School