Worth Knowing
August 27, 20204
Last week when I was visiting elementary schools I had the distinct pleasure of watching the Liberty elementary school video announcements. Several veteran teachers provided reminders to our students and they encouraged the students with positive messages. In the classroom I was in, the students were seated on the carpet at the front of the room watching the message on the flat screen. The message clearly had their undivided attention.
They ended the announcements with a phrase I loved: “Liberty Leopards are proud of their spots!” It was a great reminder to our K-5 students. These aren’t their exact words but I think it encapsulates the message:
“I want to take a moment to remind you how special each and every one of you are. You are all unique, and that’s what makes our school such a wonderful place to be. Whether you’re great at math, love to draw, are the best at telling jokes, or are an awesome friend, these are all parts of what makes you you."
Each year, Worthington comes together for a battle on the gridiron to support our cheer teams, bands, and football players. We aim to create a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. This year the game will be hosted at WKHS on Friday, August 30th with the kickoff at 7:00 p.m.
We recommend carpooling to the game. The WKHS parking is limited due to construction and the overflow is located at Granby Elementary and McCord Middle Schools. These lots will likely fill before kickoff.
If students are being picked up after the game the directions are included below. We are coordinating efforts with our local law enforcement to improve traffic after large events. The plan we have for Friday night home football games is as follows:
1. The entrance to the school from Hard Rd. will be closed with approximately 5 minutes left in the football game.
2. All parents wishing to pick up their children shall do it at McCord Middle School. All students will use the northeast (NE) light to cross Hard Rd. We will have staff and police there assisting with the light and crosswalk. The WKHS parking lots will be released at the NE exit/light, as they have in the past. We will use our special duty police officers to coordinate the light signals.
3. The entrance will open as soon as the parking lots and traffic on the campus have been reduced and deemed safe.
Would you like to help the Worthington School District empower a community of learners who will change the world? We have volunteer opportunities for you!
READY FOR READING is looking for volunteers to build reading skills with kindergarten students. Even if you only have 30 minutes a week, our kindergarten students would love to welcome you! Visit the website to learn more and register today! Following registration, a program coordinator from our school will be in touch with more information.
You can also MENTOR A STUDENT by lending your heart, a hand and an ear to a middle or high school student through conversations that focus on relationship building and helping each student develop a vision of hope for their future. Learn more and sign up today.
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Worthington Schools Superintendent Trent Bowers will be at several community coffees throughout the school year to provide district updates and answer questions.
The series will rotate locations this year, so make sure to check the schedule. The first event will be on Friday, September 13 from 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. at the Panera at the Shops of Worthington.