Wonderful Wellsville

Thank you to all the families who came out to cheer on our Northern Boys Varsity Basketball Team. They needed our support with a nail biter of a game, coming down to the last 10 seconds. Northern was victorious and so was Wellsville Elementary. We were the most charitable in helping to stock the shelves for New Hope and our cheering on was point as the Trophy is coming back home to our building.

The best part of the night was seeing our children and families coming together to have a great night.

Our elementary students have come together to create a pep band. They are able to practice their skills, spread cheer, and support our high school basketball team. WAY TO GO!

The completion of these packets will serve as instructional attendance for Snow Day 2-5.

We have had Snow Day 2 on January 8 and used Packet A (Thank you to all our families and students for working so hard to complete these packets. You did great work!)

Future Snow Days:

Packet B - already sent home on November 22

Packet C and D are being sent home today, January 17.

Please place them in a location that makes sense for you. Because it's only mid-January we do feel we may need them. As we encounter winter weather and potential closures in the future, we will continue to stay in communication with families through each step of the way.

Our Elementary One District One Book is an exciting initiative that aims to promote literacy and love for reading among elementary school students. In this program, all elementary students in the district are encouraged to read the same book at the same time, creating a sense of community and shared experience. The selected book is carefully chosen to be age appropriate and engaging, capturing the interest of young readers. Throughout the program, students participate in various activities and discussions related to the book, fostering criterial thinking and comprehension skills. This initiative not only enhances reading skills but also encourage a lifelong love for books and learning. Our Northern York County Elementary Schools One District One Book is a wonderful opportunity for students to come together, explore new worlds, and develop a deeper appreciation for the power of literature.

On January 31, each family will receive a copy of our super secret book. If you have siblings in the building it will go to the oldest sibling. These books were purchased compliments of our amazing PTO. Thank you! Our children will also receive a letter and a reading calendar on January 31 so you can read with your child(ren) each night. Students will have an opportunity to earn prizes with trivia each day and we will complete our book by the end of February. We hope you enjoy the book as much as we do!

Hello Wellsville Families,

I will be taking a leave of absence for several weeks due to a family health issue. I am planning to return in mid-March. During the time I am away, I will not be responding to phone messages or emails. If you have any concerns while I am away, please contact Mrs. Vazquez or your child’s teacher. They will do their best to help you, or they will contact another elementary counselor in the district if necessary. Classroom counseling lessons will continue each month via videos that I have made.

I hope you have a wonderful winter, and I will see you in the spring.

Sincerely,

Mrs. O’Toole

I will be taking on some of the responsibilities that Mrs. O'Toole had. I will be visiting and checking with students. Our teachers will continue to support our students in class as well. If you do need something or have concerns, please reach out so we can support.

An essay contest for Elementary Students focused on civics, citizenship, and the concept of "We the People" - which are the the first three words of the Preamble to the United States Constitution.

The essay prompts is: "How did our Nation's Founders envision "the People" when they drafted the Constitution, and how should we interpret their vision in our country today?

For more information about the essay contest, please visit the Third Circuit Court of Appeals website at https://ca3ccrofl.powerappsportals.us/ or contact 267-299-4306

PTO Board:

Co-Presidents: Kristen Louder and Jenelle Hood

Vice President: Jillian Roof

Secretary: Briana Smith

Treasurer: Jen Latchaw

Help up fund Raise while you shop! All year long!

It’s easy—and it works. By using gift cards to pay for everyday (and not-so-everyday) expenses, you can help us earn percentages back on your purchases. Raise Right will give the percentage back to our PTO for every gift card purchase you make. These can be purchased online and delivered right to your house.

Simply create an account, and use our enrollment code to start purchasing gift cards.

Giant foods, Weis, Target and many more!

Our Northern York County School District website is a wonderful resource for this information. Click the links below for the most up to date information and to access flyers and other opportunities for student engagement pre and post school hours.

As the crispness of fall settle in, we want to remind everyone to please dress your children in appropriate attire for the cooler weather. Morning and evenings can be quite chilly, and layering is a great way to ensure that our students stay comfortable throughout the day.

Please consider sending your child to school with:

• warm jackets or coats
• sweaters or hoodies
• long pants
• closed toe shoes or boots
• hats and gloves on particularly cold days

We want our students to enjoy the outdoor activities and recess while staying warm and cozy. Thank you for your continued support in preparing our children for the changing seasons!

Wellsville Elementary is a Title 1 School which means we receive Federal Title 1 funds to to assist students in meeting state achievement standards. Throughout the school year, we will provide you with important information about these services and your child's education.

• Below you will find a letter that lets you know about your right to request information about the qualifications of the classroom and building staff working with your child.
• You will also find our Parent and School Compact, Parent and School Engagement Policy, Resolution Process for ESSA Programs, and Right to Know Letter using the blue hyperlink below.

Transportation and Dismissal:

If you are not able to reach us at the school, please contact:

(Monday-Tuesday) Mrs. Esser at 717-432-8691 ext 1116.

(WEdnesday- Friday) Mrs. King 717-432-8691 ext. 1108

They will also have a direct line to our buses and can support you.

Our number one priority is to always get your students back home safe to you. Thank you from Wellsville and our Transportation Department.

New Hope Ministries would like to share with the Wellsville community, that their Mobile Food Pantry comes to Wellsville First United Methodist Church, the first Tuesday of every month from 3-4pm. Just show up and get food if you need! If you have any questions please reach out to them at 717-432-2087

NYCSD has partnered with Care Solace to support the well-being of students, staff, and their family members. Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential care coordination service that can help you find mental health or substance abuse treatment options matched to your needs regardless of circumstance.

Care Solace has Care Companions (customer service) available 24 hours/7 days to assist students, staff, and their families. Care Solace is not a treatment provider. Rather, it acts as a care coordinator by connecting the user to the provider.

If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider:

• Call 1-888-515-0595,
• Visit www.caresolace.com/northernyork and click the “Search On Your Own” button, or
• Visit the Care Solace link found on our District Homepage: https://www.northernpolarbears.com/Page/14714

Mrs. Heather O'Toole, school counselor, can provide any additional information. Please reach out to her at hotoole@northernyork.org or X 1636 with questions.

Below is a copy of our NYCSD Strategic Plan. If you have not have a chance to review it, we welcome you to take a look at this time. Each year we review and work to make improvements, gather feedback, and adjust to support our families, students, staff, and community. Our plan is based off of a shared partnership with home, school and the community. review here.

Taking care to honor the strengths of our district, Superintendent Mr. Kirkpatrick and Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Meakin, along with our Strategic Planning Committees, sought to garner feedback and insight on areas for District growth and refinement.

We look forward to keeping you updated, as well as, partnering with you on this blueprint for district and building action.

We have one open position in our MDS classroom. The pay is $140/day. This is a full time position.

Website: https://www.northernpolarbears.com/Domain/606
Location: 1060 Zeigler Road, Wellsville, PA, USA
Phone: (717) 432-8691 ..1600
Twitter: @WESpolarbears