West Haven Highlights

We hope everyone had a wonderful and relaxing fall break and that you were able to have a great meeting with your child's teacher during conferences.

The weather is finally starting to cool and the leaves are starting to change colors. It looks like fall may finally be here. Once the weather starts getting colder please encourage students to bring a sweat shirt or a coat as students continue to go outside for recess.

We recently completed our safety meeting with the police department. An outcome of that meeting was that we needed to create a change in our morning procedures. It was determined that it would be safer to keep the front doors locked and have our students who join us for breakfast come in to the building through the cafeteria doors on the south side where we have supervision. We ran this on a trial basis first which we realize should have been communicated better. After the trial it was determined that our students and our school are safer when we have our breakfast students entering through the cafeteria doors. We recognize safety is not always convenient but we appreciate our families being flexible with this change to help keep our students safe.

Students who do not eat breakfast should join their classes in the back of the school as usual where we have morning supervision. When the first bell rings at 8:30 students will be let in to their classes and students who are still being dropped off can then come through the front doors. They will need to press the button to be let in. We are carefully monitoring everyone who enters the school to ensure our students and school enivornment are safe at all times. Students will be let in. Staff involved in this process have been trained and understand the new procedures. Thank you for your patience as we continue to work together to ensure the safety of our students.

On those extra snowy, wet, or extra cold days, we will have signs out and will be bringing students in through the main doors and cafeteria doors. They will not have to wait outside.

Halloween Parade: At West Haven, we have a parade for students to share their costumes with other students. Students arrive to school dressed in their costumes (see costume requirements below.) Later in the morning students will have a parade with their classes through the other classrooms of the school. The parade is only for students as we will jump back into learning right after. Students have the option of changing into regular clothes for the remainder of the day. We know this process may be different than the traditions of other schools.

Save the Date: We have a skate night planned for October 28th from 5:00-8:00

Stay Connected,

Mrs. Geisler

Subject: Halloween Costume Guidelines

Dear Parents,

As we approach Halloween, we’re excited to see our students celebrate with creativity and fun! To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, please review the following guidelines for Halloween costumes:

1. Cultural Sensitivity: Please avoid costumes that are culturally inappropriate, stereotypical, or racially insensitive.

2. Focus on Fun: Costumes should be fun and lighthearted. We ask that political themes be avoided.

3. Age-Appropriate: Remember that students of all ages will see your child’s costume. Costumes should not include blood, gore, or other disturbing elements.

4. Handheld Accessories: To prevent loss and accidents, please do not send your child with any handheld accessories. Costume accessories resembling weapons or deemed dangerous are not allowed.

5. Face Paint and Masks: Face paint should be applied at home and kept minimal for recognizability. Masks and full face coverings are not permitted, as they can hinder visibility and identification.

6. Dress Code Compliance: Finally, all costumes should align with our school dress code.

These guidelines are in place to ensure the safety and comfort of all our students. If a student’s costume is deemed inappropriate, they will be asked to remove it and may be sent home.

We appreciate your support in making Halloween a safe and enjoyable experience for all our students. Thank you for your cooperation!

Sujeto: Reglas con los disfraces de Halloween

Queridos padres,

A medida que nos acercamos a Halloween, estamos emocionados de ver a nuestros estudiantes celebrar con creatividad y diversión! Para asegurarnos que es una experiencia segura y agradable para todos, por favor revise las siguientes pautas acerca de los disfraces de Halloween:

1. Sensibilidad Cultural: Por favor evite disfraces que son culturalmente inapropiados, estereotipos, o insensibles al racismo.

2. Enfocarse en lo divertido: Los disfraces deben ser divertidos y alegres.Les pedimos que todo tema político debe ser evitado.

3. De acuerdo a la edad: Recuerde que estudiantes de todas las edades verán los disfraces de sus hijos. Los disfraces no deben tener sangre,cosas violentas, o otros elementos inquietantes.

4. Accesorios de mano: Para prevenir pérdidas y accidentes, por favor no mande a su hijo(a)con ningún accesorio de mano. Accesorios de mano que se parezcan a armas o presenten cualquier peligro no está permitido.

5. Pinturas de cara o máscaras de cara: La pintura en la cara debe ser aplicada en la casa y mantenerse simple para poder ser reconocidos. Máscaras y cubrirse la cara no está permitido ya que cubre la visibilidad e identificación.

6. Código de Vestimenta: Finalmente, todos los disfraces deben ir de acuerdo al código de vestimenta de nuestra escuela.

Estas pautas están aquí para asegurar la seguridad y comodidad de todos nuestros estudiantes. Si el disfraz de un estudiante está considerado inapropiado, le pediremos que se lo quite y tal vez sea enviado a casa.

Apreciamos su apoyo para crear una experiencia agradable y segura en Halloween para todos nuestros estudiantes. ¡Gracias por su cooperación!

Veterans are invited to eat lunch with their student(s). The student can introduce their veteran to their class before lunch. Veterans will then follow the class to lunch. They are welcome to a school lunch, paid for by the school, or they can bring their own lunch.

The Parent/Student handbook has been updated to reflect current policies and procedures of Weber School District and West Haven. Please take a minute to review the handbook and reach out if you have any questions.

Until the option is available in Powerschool to excuse absences, you are welcome to use the form below to also excuse absences. You are also welcome to continue calling in absences. We appreciate the communication with our families.

Oct. 28th - Picture Retake Day

Red Ribbon Week- Crazy Sock Day

Skate Night at Neptune Skating 5:00-8:00

Oct. 29th - Red Ribbon Week- Wear Red Shirt/Clothes

Hawk Watch Activity

Oct. 30th - Red Ribbon Week- Crazy Hair Day

Oct. 31st - Red Ribbon Week- Halloween Costumes

Nov. 1st - Professional Development Day NO SCHOOL

Nov. 3rd - Daylight Saving Time Ends

Nov. 4th - PTA Meeting 3:30-4:30

RSVP to Veteran Lunch is due

Pictures for Wall of Honor (Veterans) are due

Nov. 5th - Election Day

Nov. 8th - 6th Grade Science Fair

Nov. 11th - Veteran's Day- Veteran's Day Lunch

Nov. 18th - Community Council 4:00-5:00

• You can schedule a meeting with me by emailing: cogeisler@wsd.net

Email: kahowell1@wsd.net

cogeisler@wsd.net
Website: http://westhaven.wsd.net

Location: 4385 South 3900 West

West Haven, UT 84401

Phone: 801-452-4960