Western Parent Newsletter

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we welcome March, I want to take a moment to share some personal news. Beginning next school year, I will be transitioning to a new role at the district office. While I am excited about this opportunity to serve our students and schools in a different capacity, this move is bittersweet. Western Elementary has been my home, and serving as your principal has truly been one of the greatest joys and honors of my career.

Every day, I am inspired by our amazing students, dedicated staff, and supportive families. Watching our students grow and succeed has been such a privilege, and I will forever cherish the relationships and memories we have built together. I am, however, committed to finishing this school year strong and ensuring a smooth transition for our community.

I am also thrilled to announce that Ms. Kati Ferrell will be stepping into the role of principal for the 2025-2026 school year. Ms. Ferrell brings a wealth of experience, enthusiasm, and a heart for students that I know will be a perfect fit for Western Elementary. Over the coming months, we will work closely together to ensure a seamless transition, and I am confident that our school will continue to thrive under her leadership.

Thank you for allowing me the privilege of serving as your principal and for your continued support in making Western Elementary a place where students thrive. Be sure to check out the important dates and updates in this month’s newsletter—we don’t want you to miss a thing!

Much love,

Cheryl McChargue

Make sure to order your 2024-2025 Western Yearbook online by March 7th!
Orders available online only:
https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09859806

Please click the link for your child's grade level to RSVP for the student led conferences.

5th grade: 8:10-8:45: https://forms.gle/tTwecY8nhVcQ2MAH6

3rd grade: 9:00-9:30: https://forms.gle/WyXZWgSZpg6SQ3MQA

4th grade: 10:00-10:30: https://forms.gle/UTHswcMmcgrMYiBA6

1st grade: 11:00-11:30: https://forms.gle/W2msRhQ3JvDY1w1e9

2nd grade:12:00-12:30: https://forms.gle/WjhHDczEssTHaxXB8

Kindergarten: 1:00-1:30: https://forms.gle/qALG41abSBihbyfg8

March:

12th-Literacy Luau/Student Led Conferences (Parents are invited to attend student led conferences)

Last day to register for Prek

13-14th-Teacher workdays (no school for students)

13th-Prek drawing for 25-26 school year

21st-Career Day

26th-Fun run Kickoff

28th- Popcorn and Pickles

April:

4th-Fun Run

7th-11th- Spring Break

TBD-Popcorn and pickles/Spring Pictures

May:

5/5-5/9-Teacher Appreciation Week

16th- prek, 2nd, 1st grade awards programs

19th- kinder, 3rd and 4th awards programs

20th-5th grade graduation

21st-Field Day (parents are invited)

22nd-PBIS Water Day (for students who earned this)/5th Grade Fun Day

• All transportation changes MUST be made in writing. We will not be taking phone call changes. This is for the safety of our students. If there is an emergency, you can email the front office at: westernfrontoffice@cowetaschools.net before 1:00. We will call to verify and let the teacher know. If we do not reply or call to verify, you will know we did not get the message. At times, we lose internet access

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Email: cheryl.mcchargue@cowetaschools.net
Website: www.schoolname.org
Phone: 770-254-2790