Wonderful Wellsville

We wanted to thank all our students and families who donated to help all the animals at Angel's Retreat! We are so proud to say that we raised a total of $432.35! Our grade level winner was grade 2 with a total of $113.96. We are so proud of all our students and families to helping others and we think you are all winners!

We purchased a Vet IV Infusion Pump, dog treats and dog food. The infusion pump is a huge purchase for this facility as many dogs when given to Angel's Retreat are not coming in the best condition and need fluids. This will allow them to get what they need safer and faster.

Let the games begin, Heart Heroes! Kids Heart Challenge is back even bigger and better than before! Sign up TODAY and learn Hands-Only CPR, the warning signs of a stroke and so much more! Register under our school at heart.org/schools and download the free “AHA Schools” app. Next, send 10 emails or texts to family and friends asking for their support! Once you complete Finn’s Mission, you’ll receive your lifesaver cape!

The forms come home on Monday!

If your kids are starting to grow out of any clothes and you would like to donate items. Our nurse's office is looking for the following:

• Girls and Boys Sweat Pants Sizes Small and Medium
• Girls Leggings all sizes

All other donations would go to the Polar Closet.

Thank you for the support!

5th grade families we hope you will come for our Transition Overview for 5th Grade Families here at Wellsville Elementary Cafeteria.

Dr. Sauer, middle school principal, will be here to share out the transition plan and important information as your children move to the middle school.

Wellsville Elementary Cafeteria

Time: 5:00-6:00 PM

Please join our 5th grade teachers to discuss the 5th grade end of the year celebration.

The 5th Grade Celebration is on June 10 in the morning and will be followed by the awards ceremony in the afternoon.

This year our Agricultural Literacy week is March 17-21. We had a great time last year and were so spoiled to have the Northern High School Ag Students create a petting zoo and reach out to our families about the farm equipment. We will not have them with us this year as they will be at Northern Elementary. But this doesn't mean we can't make it special.

If we have any farmers who would like to bring their farm equipment on March 21 and park it in the back lot, we would love for the kids to see it and explore it some throughout the day.

I would love a petting zoo, but we don't have the staff to man that either, and all volunteers would require clearances. If you have your clearances and are interested in bringing an animal on March 21, please email me.

Please email me at mvazquez@northernyork.org or wesoffice@northernyork.org and let us know what you would like to bring for the day.

We will conduct a fire drill the week of March 24-28. This is only a drill and helps our staff and student prepare in the event of an emergency. Our teachers will review what to do during an emergency to support our students. Our number one priority is to always keep our children and staff safe.

The school board meeting will be held at Wellsville Elementary. We traditionally do one on the fall and spring at Wellsville Elementary. Thank you to our School Board for all you do to support Northern and Wellsville Elementary.

The Pennsylvania Department of Education requires that all PSSA testing must be completed online beginning in the Spring of 2026. In order to help us prepare for this transition, NYCSD will pilot online testing at the elementary level in Spring 2025. At Wellville our 5th grade class will take the Math, ELA and Science assessments will be online. We do not believe this will be a huge change for our students as they currently complete some local assessments already. However, we will be providing training for our teachers and students to support them in this required shift.

You are welcome to contact myself or Dr. Meakin if you have any questions about the requirement.

mmeakin@northernyork.org

Grades 3 and 4 will take the PSSA with paper and pencil versions for this year and then we will shift to online next year as required by the state.

Education Trips (Grades 3-5) are not approved during the PSSA window.

Absences/Lateness: Please notify the office if your Grade 3-5 student has an appointment.

Testing Time is scheduled from 9 AM to 12 PM on the days below.

If you have any questions or concerns please reach out. mvazquez@northernyork.org

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.

This is a split position for 4 days at Wellsville Elementary for Physical Education and Health and then 2 days at Dillsburg Elementary to teach health. The position has been posted and we will start interviews in March.

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