Casey Families,

As we step into October, we’re excited to kick off several fun fall events! Be sure to mark your calendars for the following:

• 7th/8th Grade Dance hosted by Student Government on October 18th
• North High School’s Homecoming celebrations from October 21st-26th
• Unity Week from October 15th-18th

For Unity Week, we’re thrilled to announce a special partnership between Casey's Wellness Team and Keeley Noworyta, a childhood cancer survivor who supports children battling cancer and critical illnesses by providing comfort tote bags. To help Keeley’s mission, we’ll be collecting cozy blankets, journals, games, and other items to brighten hospital stays. Donation tables will be set up at the main entrance from October 15th-18th, and we’d love your support in making a difference!

Additionally, we are looking for parent representatives to join two key school-based committees: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Communications. If you're interested or would like more information, please reach out to me via WITSmail.

A special thank you to the Wilcox, Pulaski, Bakshi, and Perumandla families for generously sponsoring our October faculty meeting and treating our amazing teachers to some delicious goodies. Your support and thoughtfulness mean so much to all of us!

Thank you for your continued partnership,

Dr. Curella, Principal

Main Office: (716) 626-8585

Attendance: (716) 626-8579

Health Office: (716) 626-8580

Guidance Office: (716) 626-8575

Fax: (716) 626-8562

EARLY RELEASES

If you are picking up your child for an early release that has been arranged with attendance, you will need to come into the Casey Main Entrance to sign your child out. Please remember to send in a note for early releases, late arrivals, and absences. You can also report your student's attendance by logging into WITS and clicking on the Daily Attendance line on the homepage.

DROPPING OFF FORGOTTEN ITEMS

If you are dropping off an item for your student, please ensure the item is labeled with the student’s name. For your convenience, post-it notes are available in our lobby across from the green drop-off carts. For sanitary reasons, we ask that any clothing items or shoes be placed in a bag before dropping them off. Your cooperation is appreciated.

VISITORS TO CASEY

All District buildings, including Casey Middle School, are using the RAPTOR system to sign visitors in/out. All visitors must enter the building at the main entrance on Casey Road. Please be prepared to show government issued ID, such as a valid driver’s license, upon entering Casey. We will scan your ID and issue a visitors badge to be worn for the duration of your visit.

What's going on:

Casey & our Wellness Team are partnering with our own Keely Noworyta. Keely was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma when she was 8 years old. She received so much love and support during her journey. She was inspired to give back! She provides tote bags or backpacks filled with items to comfort kids fighting cancer or other critical illnesses.

How to Donate:

Students/Staff can drop off donations at our designated drop off area in front of the library.

What to Bring:

Art supplies, lip balm, craft kits, travel games, card games, soft blankets, fidget toys, stress balls, headphones, puzzles, puzzle books, Play-Doh, fun pens or markers, comfy socks, coloring books, journals, snacks -especially lollipops.

• 10/14 - No School for Indigenous Peoples' Day/Italian American Heritage Day
  
• 10/18 -SGA Grades 7-8 Dance
• 10/21 -WSCD Family Flu Clinic
• 11/1 - No School for Diwali
  
• 11/5 -Picture Retakes / Make Ups
• 11/8 -End of Marking Period 1
• 11/11 - No School for Veteran's Day

This year's PTSA Council Holiday Craft Show will take place December 7th & 8th at Heim Elementary and Heim Middle Schools. This craft show has a long community history in Williamsville and is the primary fundraiser for our annual scholarships. The PTSA Council is looking for volunteers to help with the event. Volunteers earn free entry into the craft show before or after their shift, or on the opposite day. CLICK HERE if you'd like to help out!

We have limited spots for student crafters on Sunday! For students who would like to participate in the show, please CLICK HERE to fill out the student application.

Have you seen what kind of fun clubs are happening at Casey? These extracurricular activities offer your child a chance to build positive relationships and feel connected to our school community. You can explore all of our club offerings on WITS or by clicking the image below! Reach out to club advisors with any questions. We encourage your child to get involved and make the most of the exciting opportunities Casey has to offer!

We are looking for volunteers who would be interested in sponsoring our Casey Middle Faculty Meetings each month!

What: Any quick breakfast items of your choice - Muffins, pastries, bagels, fruit, doughnuts, granola bars, coffee

When: Faculty meetings are held once a month @ 7:45am

Where: Casey Middle Library

Why: To show our appreciation for all of the wonderful Casey staff and all that they do for our kids.

How: Use the sign up link below to pick a date that would work for you! Families can drop off their donations the day before (to the main office) or the morning of the faculty meetings they sign up for, or they can come set it up in the library and mingle with the staff before their meeting officially begins.

CLICK HERE to volunteer!

Get excited for a fun night celebrating your start to an amazing school year! Come play lawn games, join the glow dance party, sing some Karaoke, play 3v3 basketball, make a bracelet or just come have some pizza and hang with your friends!

• Friday November 15
• 7:00-8:30pm
• Casey Middle School
• Wear NEON or WHITE!

We are also looking for a few more volunteers! Sign Up HERE!

The PTSA School Store will be open for students on select Fridays during lunches! Located just outside of the cafeterias, students can buy pens, pencils, erasers, stickers, and so much more!

Upcoming Dates:

October 11

October 25

November 8

November 22

Collect Dash’s Receipts and support our students!

Send receipts to the main office to Andrea Kulka.

Dash’s donates $2.50 for every $100 spent!

Click the image below to join or renew your membership for the 2024-2025 school year.

President Lindsay Mang (lindsaymang@hotmail.com)

President Christy McCarthy (christym381@gmail.com)

Membership VP Cheryl Rode (cherylrode01@gmail.com)

Treasurer Liz Cercone (enc1026@gmail.com)

Corresponding Secretary Jackie DiNunzio (jackiedinunzio@gmail.com)

Recording Secretary Amy Newkirk (amyenewkirk@yahoo.com)

SEPTSA Rep Amy Newkirk (amyenewkirk@yahoo.com)

PTSA Council Rep Andrea Smith (ascooper3@yahoo.com)

Board Liaison Mark Manna (mmannaboe@williamsvillek12.org)

Meeting dates/times are subject to change.

Please check the PTSA website for the most up-to date information.

October 16, 2024 @ 7pm

November 13, 2024 @ 7pm

January 8, 2025 @ 7pm

March 12, 2025 @ 7pm

April 23, 2025 @ 7pm

May 14, 2025 @ 7pm

CLICK HERE to join Williamsville SEPTSA! See below for the SEPTSA Newsletter as well as some fliers.