WFS Newsletter

Hello WFS Family,

We are thrilled to kick off our One District One Book Program! Yesterday’s assembly was a huge success, and the energy in the room was contagious. Our students were genuinely excited as we revealed the book, "Flora and Ulysses" as this year's district-wide novel. It’s a fantastic opportunity for families to engage in shared reading experiences and for students to develop a love for literature. We’re looking forward to the upcoming activities, discussions, and connections that will come from this initiative, and we can’t wait to see how it strengthens our school community as we read and grow together!

Warm regards,

Mrs. Lechner and Mrs. Dansberry

Please visit our school webpage for:

• Links to read aloud options for our book, Flora and Ulysses
• Scavenger Hunt clues from all around town! Here's Clue #1:

My journey was quite long and there isn’t an acorn in sight, because the ground here is all covered in snow that is white! So I have decided to go somewhere that I can eat and take some time to rest my little squirrel feet. This amazing restaurant can be found on Rt. 537, and their pizza is a real slice of heaven!

Where am I?

Freehold Township School District’s Board of Education voted to proceed with a bond referendum, with the vote planned for Tuesday, March 11, 2025. The proposal includes improvements that would increase safety and security and bring much-needed building updates to every school. A voter-approved bond referendum is the only way to capture state aid for these necessary improvements.

A dedicated referendum website is one of the opportunities the district will take to inform every member of the community about the importance of this vote.

When picking up students for parent pick up, please be sure you are parking in the designated parking spaces. Please do not park on the grass.

Thank you!

We'd like to remind everyone that breakfast is available for purchase in the cafeteria for all elementary school students. The menus are here. Students can go directly to the cafeteria when they come to school and grab a meal to bring to their classroom. All students who receive free lunch are also eligible to receive free breakfast. Regular price for breakfast is $2.05 and will be billed through the student's mealtime account.

Students dropped off for breakfast may enter the main doors at 7:45 A.M.

As the cold weather season is upon us, it's essential for children to dress warmly for outdoor recess. Encouraging students to wear layers, hats, scarves, gloves, and warm coats will help keep them comfortable and safe while they enjoy outdoor activities. It's also a great idea to remind them about wearing proper footwear to prevent slipping and to stay dry in snowy or wet conditions.

Sodexo has created this survey in an effort to see how their services can be improved.

The survey is linked above. Please take a moment to fill out the survey.

Thank you 😊

Students are permitted to bring cellular phones to school. Cell phones also shall include all other

electronic devices providing text messaging (Smart Watches) All phones and other electronic devices shall be turned off and placed in lockers or backpacks while the pupil is in school or at a school-sponsored event.

You may review this Board Policy 5516 on our website.

Hello WFS families and welcome to the 2024-2025 school year!

WHO ARE WE and HOW TO JOIN THE PTO?

West Freehold School's PTO is focused on supporting our school to provide further enrichment and additional experiences for our students. However, we cannot do that without your support and participation!

SEND A VALENTINE’S DAY HUG-GRAM
Send your favorite WFS student or teacher/staff, or bus driver a huggable surprise leading up to Valentine's Day! Order a Valentine's Day Hug-Gram to make someone's day a little extra special! Quantities are limited!
$5 per Student Hug-Gram (a hugging plush toy & fidget toy)
$10 per Teacher/Staff/Bus Driver Hug-Gram (includes a gift card)
Order and payment deadline is Tuesday, 2/11/25 -or- until they sell out.
Click HERE to order yours!
All purchased Hug-Grams will be delivered to classrooms by 2/14/25.

5th GRADE FAMILIES!
The time has come to purchase a Yearbook Booster for your 5th grader! A “Booster” is a great way to send a special message to your 5th grade student that is printed in the yearbook. Students love to see their names, along with a special message and photo, from loved ones in their yearbooks! It is a wonderful way for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, or siblings to show love, support, and pride for their soon-to-be WFS 5th grade graduate!
Please see the attached information about how to purchase a Yearbook Booster for your 5th grader. Contact yearbookwfs@gmail.com with questions.

EVENTS COMING SOON!
2/18 – Painting with Mrs. Reed for K - 2nd (sign up info, details and pricing coming in next week's email)
2/19 – PTO Meeting, 9am – click HERE to register to attend
2/25 – Sons of WFS ~ Pickleball @ Monroe Sports Center (sign up info, details and pricing coming in next week's email)

NEW EMAIL ADDRESS for PTO
The WFS PTO has a new email address. Please contact us at WFSPTO@gmail.com moving forward. Our former email addres

Dates to Remember
Wed, 1/29 – Deadline to Register for Daughters Luau Dance
Fri, 1/31 – Deadline to Complete Winter Enrichment Dismissal Info and Payment
Fri, 1/31 – Jersey Day ~ Wear Your Favorite Sports Jersey/Team Shirt

Please follow us on Facebook for updates and reminders

Please contact the PTO with any questions or if you’d like to volunteer for upcoming or future events WFSPTO@gmail.com

What is PACE?

• PACE stands for Parent Advisory Council for Excellence and serves as Freehold Township’s Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) for students and families in grades Pre-K through 8th.

• PACE’s mission is to empower and support parents and guardians through collaboration, advocacy, and education. Together, we strive to create an inclusive, informed and supportive community where every child can thrive and reach their fullest potential.

• Follow PACE on Facebook: Pace Freehold Township-SEPAG

• 1/30: In-Person Bond Referendum Meeting at Errickson at 6:00 P.M.
• 2/3-2/13: I-Ready Diagnostic Window
• 2/14: Early Dismissal Day: Staff Professional Development
• 2/17: No School
• 2/19: PTO Meeting Media Center 9:00 A.M.
• 2/20: Zoom Bond Referendum Community Forum 6:00 P.M.

West Freehold School

Principal: Ms. Tara Lechner

Supervisor: Ms. Melissa Dansberry

Main Office: Ms. Debbie Ranieri

Email: tlechner@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us
Website: freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us
Location: 100 Castronova Way, Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone: (732) 431-5101