West September 13
FinalForms & Immunizations
If you haven’t done so already, please log into your FinalForms account to review information, make any necessary changes, and sign off for the new school year. This includes verifying that your child's immunizations are current and that all required documentation is provided.
For safety reasons, students who have not met these requirements by Monday, September 23, will not be permitted to attend school until their forms and immunization records are up to date. For detailed information on immunization requirements, please refer to the Events & Reminders section below.
Rooms
Make sure to join your child's teacher on Rooms! You can find Rooms in the Midview Schools app. It's a great way to stay connected to your child's classroom, receive important updates, and message with the teacher, among other features. If you are having trouble connecting to Rooms, please don't hesitate to contact your child's teacher or our front office for help.
PBIS T-Shirt & Mums Fundraiser
West Elementary is excited to offer two fundraisers for families to get involved in! All proceeds will benefit our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program, which encourages our students to be Ready, Responsible, and Respectful. More information can be found under the Events and Reminders section. Thank you for your support!
West Elementary Fundraisers
Shirt Fundraiser
Show your West pride with our new apparel! We're offering t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, and crewnecks available for purchase through this link.
- Sale Dates: September 9th - September 30th
- Delivery: Orders will be delivered to the school and sent home with your child in mid-October. Be sure to include the student's and teacher's name at checkout and select Midview School Fundraiser - Delivered to school.
Mums Fundraiser
Order your Mums this fall with West Elementary! Please place your orders online or have your student return their form (sent home last week) to their homeroom by 9/20/2024. Mums will be available for pick up on 10/4/2024 from 12:00-3:00 PM at the Midview West Playground. The top-selling student and the top-selling classroom will all earn a prize!
Third graders had an exciting introduction to STEM class during the first week of school, highlighting the importance of STEM education in elementary settings. Engaging students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fosters critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills from a young age.
In this class, students were introduced to the engineering design process through a collaborative, hands-on activity. They took on the challenge of building a perch to help "Harry" see around the classroom, with the goal of raising him as high off the table as possible while ensuring his safety. This activity not only encouraged teamwork and communication but also allowed students to explore engineering concepts in a fun and meaningful way, laying the foundation for future learning in STEM fields.
At Midview West, our amazing TECH teacher, Mrs. Shinko, works with students to transform them into morning news anchors. Each day, two students collaborate to design a script and deliver the morning news to the school community. This hands-on experience not only enhances their communication skills but also fosters teamwork and creativity.
On Fridays, the students take it a step further by creating a video version of the announcements, which is shared with all homeroom classes. This format allows students to watch a recap of recent West events and participate in various activities.
Be sure to check out our newsletter to catch a glimpse of our first broadcast in a few weeks!
Rhonda Blackburn, Educational Monitor
Years in the district: I started as a bus monitor in 2013.
What excites me most about my job: I love seeing the students smile when they get off the bus each morning! Also, I enjoy seeing how much the students learn and grow each year.
What are some of your hobbies/interests outside of your career: My favorite thing to do is go to the Guardians games. My family also enjoys watching football (Go Steelers!) and going on trips.
A few of my favorite things include: I love dinners with my family and Pepsi!
What is most important to me in my role: The most important thing to me is making sure students and staff members feel important.
Teresa Carnes, Educational Monitor
Years in the district: I have worked for Midview for over ten years!
What excites me most about my job: I really enjoy working with all of the students and getting to know them. Building relationships with our students is incredibly rewarding.
What are some of your hobbies/interests outside of your career: In my spare time, I enjoy spending quality time with my family and friends, as well as watching sports.
A few of my favorite things include: Lawson's chip dip and Fritos!
What is most important to me in my role: The most important part of my job is being there for the students and supporting them. Whether it's giving them a hug, cheering them on, or just being someone they can talk to, I want to create a safe and friendly space for all of our students.