Whitney Wolverines Community News

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للترجمة إلى اللغة العربية: انقر فوق "ترجمة النشرة الإخبارية" في المربع الأسود على الجانب الأيمن من الرسالة الإخبارية. من قائمة "تحديد اللغة" ، اختر "العربية".

Kutafsiri kwa Kiswahili: bonyeza "Tafsiri jarida" kwenye sanduku nyeusi upande wa kulia wa jarida. Kutoka kwa menyu ya "Chagua lugha", chagua "Kiswahili".

Si aad ugu turjunto Af-Soomaaliga: dhagsii "Tarjumida warsidaha" sanduuqa madow ee ku yaal dhinaca midig ee warsidaha. Laga soo bilaabo "Dooro luqadda" menu, dooro "Af-Soomaali".

Every October, our Whitney teachers look forward to Parent-Teacher Conferences because we recognize the importance of partnerships with our parents and families. We are excited to have the opportunity to spend time with each of you. Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held Wednesday, October 16th (after school) and all day on Thursday, October 17th. Your child's teacher will be reaching out to you on Monday, October 7th about scheduling your conference time.

Here are some useful tips in English and in Spanish to help parents get the most out of Parent-Teacher Conferences.

Friday, October 4th:

• Spirit Day! Wear your Whitney gear.
• Friday Family Fun during lunch recess (see schedule below).
• St. Luke's Mobile Health Clinic at Whitney, 12:30 to 2:45 PM. Call 208-706-6457 to make an appointment.

Monday, October 7th:

• Parent-Teacher Conference sign-ups sent out by teachers at 3:30 PM.

Thursday, October 10th:

• Running Club fun run at 3:30 PM. See information below.

Friday, October 11th:

• End of first quarter. No school for elementary students.

Monday, October 14th:

• Whitney Book Fair, 8:00AM to 4:30PM.

Tuesday, October 15th:

• Whitney Book Fair, 8:00AM to 4:30 PM.

Wednesday, October 16th:

• Whitney Book Fair, 8:30AM to 8 PM.
• Parent-Teacher Conferences, evening.

Thursday, October 17th:

• No school for elementary students.
• Whitney Book Fair, 8:30AM to 8 PM.
• Parent-Teacher Conferences, all day and evening.

Friday, October 18th:

• No school.

Wednesday, October 23rd:

• Whitney Parent Advisory Committee meeting, 8:45 to 9:45 AM. All parents and guardians welcome.

Friday, October 25th:

• Friday Family Fun during lunch recess (see schedule below).
• Students with October birthdays receive a treat at lunch.
• St. Luke's Mobile Health Clinic at Whitney, 12:30 to 2:45 PM. Call 208-706-6457 to make an appointment.

Thursday, October 31st:

• Halloween (see information and guidelines below).

The Boise School District calendar can be found here.

Ms. Martinez needs volunteers to make sure the Whitney Book Fair is a success. If you have time and can help, please sign up here.

Costumes will be permitted on Thursday, October 31st at school. This is optional and just for those who would like to participate.

OUR COSTUME RULES

Tuesday the 31st during the day,

we can wear something fun,

But there are a few rules

about how it is done.

Kids have nightmares,

and that can be rough...

So no blood, and no gore,

and no creepy stuff!

You may wear something

silly or stylish or fancy.

You may dress like your pet

or your cousin named Nancy.

You may wear your costume,

a crown or a hat.

Don’t bring toy weapons,

props, or extras like that!

We must see your face

to get your name right,

So save your face paint and mask

for Halloween night.

We still have to learn,

and we still have to play;

so make sure you wear something

You can work and play in that day!

The Whitney Running Club will finish their season with a 1 to 2 mile fun run on Thursday, October 10th at 3:30 PM. The race starts and finishes at Whitney. We would love volunteers to be crossing guards, to direct racers, and to cheer the team on! Contact ainsley.boan@boiseschools.org if you can volunteer.

Did you know Whitney offers mini enrichment activities for our students in 1st - 6th grade during lunch recess three times a week? During the month of September we had over 370 students participate!

Do you have a talent or skill (big or small) that our students might be interested in and have extra time during the lunch hour? (It can be anything from card tricks, yo-yoing, crafting, yoga, dancing, bracelet making, etc.) We want to hear from you!

We are currently looking for a volunteer to organize and run a 4-5 week co-ed Intramural Soccer Team for 5th and 6th graders during lunch recess one day a week.

If you are interested in donating resources for Lunch Club activities here is our ongoing Wish List. We appreciate you!

If you are interested in volunteering or have questions, please contact Kayce Anderson at kayce.anderson@boiseschools.org or call 208-900-7106.

Our two 5th and 6th grade girls' basketball teams have a busy month of games ahead.

School breakfast and lunch are free for our students. Please note that students who bring their lunches from home can buy a milk for 80 cents (or they can take a fruit, vegetable, and milk for no charge). More information can be found at the BSD Food & Nutrition Services website.

We have a lot of jackets and other items in our lost and found. Items are currently hung up on hooks near the cafeteria, in the hall going to the courtyard. Please have your child check for missing items and please take a look during parent teacher conferences, when we'll have items out on tables in the hall.

Our weather varies day to day this time of year. it often starts out chilly and warms up throughout the day. Please make sure that your child is dressed to go outside for recess whatever the weather might be.

We love having our birthday students announced each week and watching them select books from our Birthday Book Cart! Students with October birthdays will receive a treat in the cafeteria at lunch time on Friday, October 25th.

*We will no longer accept birthday treats or goodie bags for class birthday celebrations. This will help us celebrate every student and ensure we’re following BSD Board policy.

Dear Parent or Guardian:

Federal law requires that each Title I-A school notify families/parents of each student attending any school receiving these funds that information regarding the professional qualifications of their child’s classroom teacher(s) may be requested.

As a parent or guardian of a student attending a school receiving Title I-A funds, you have the right to request the following information:

· Is my child’s teacher licensed to teach the grade(s) and subject(s) assigned?

· What is the college major of my child’s teacher(s)?

· What degree or degrees does my child’s teacher(s) hold?

· To request the state qualifications for any of your child’s teacher(s) and/or paraprofessional(s), please contact the school.

If you would like more information about the school’s Title I-A program, feel free to contact us.

You will be notified if your child is being taught by a teacher over four or more consecutive weeks who does not meet state licensure requirements for the teaching assignment.

Thank you,

Rebecca Severson, Principal

Whitney Elementary School

Parents and guardians can read about the Boise School District's Threat Assessment policy, District Policy #3325. Please read more about the District's threat assessment policy and procedures here.