WES Weekly Update

November 11-15 - Conference Sign Ups

November 12-15 - Fall Book Fair

November 12 - PTO Meeting, 6:00pm

November 13 - Book Fair Family Shopping Night, 4:30 - 6:00pm

November 13 - Reveal Mathematics Information Night, 7:00pm

November 19 - Student Council, 8:00am

November 19-21 - Mrs. Gaur's Milk & Cookie Stand (during lunches)

November 21-22 - Kindergarten Conferences (during the school day)

November 25-26 - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS (Teacher Conferences)

November 27-29 - NO SCHOOL (Holiday)

December 3 - Student Council, 8:00am

December 11 - WES Winter Concert, 7:00pm

December 17 - Student Council, 8:00am

December 20 - 12:30pm Dismissal (modified schedule for Kindergarten)

December 23-January 1 - NO SCHOOL (Winter Break)

Dear WES Families,

Happy Veterans Day! This occasion was established to coincide with the anniversary of the end of the first World War, and is done so to honor former and active US Service members. Last week our 3rd grade classes honored some service members and veterans with singing, homemade signs and cards, by donating extra Halloween candy to local troops, and by the reading and demonstration of a book called America’s White Table. It is filled with symbolism of the sacrifices our service members and families make, and it offered a touching tribute and moment to many in attendance. Today, the 3rd grade students and team marched in the Media Veteran’s Day parade! Whether enlisted or drafted, for a short term or a long career, we offer all of our veterans, active service members, and their families a big thank you!

Our 4th grade took a trip to the Franklin Institute this past Friday, November 8th. They viewed the “Combustion Show” and had a great time touring the museum!

The proceeds from Mrs. Gaur’s Milk and Cookie Sale this year will benefit flood victims in North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Helene. Milk and Cookies (just one per student) will be sold at lunch starting on November 19th through the 21st.

And don’t forget! Parent/Teacher conferences are coming! Conferences have been scheduled for Monday, November 25th (daytime and evening) and Tuesday, November 26th (daytime). Kindergarten conferences occur on November 21, 22, 25 and 26 to accommodate the additional classes. This window of time has been specifically set aside for teachers to conference with families, and every attempt should be made to schedule conferences during this window. Teacher conference sign up links will be shared and made available this evening during a special conference eblast message sent at 7:00 PM. The sign ups will be open until 4:00 PM on Friday, November 15th. Please reach out directly to your child’s teacher after that point if you have not scheduled your conference time.

Have a great week!

Mr. Stephen Krall

Acting Principal

Wallingford Elementary

skrall@wssd.org

Your child had guidance with Mrs. Schwam during the 11/6 to 11/11 library period.

Questions concerning online registration should be directed to Derrick L. Clements at dclements@wssd.org or 610-892-3470 ext. 1203. If you are unable to register online, please call the Educational Data and Registration Office at 610-892-3470 ext. 1304 to schedule an appointment to complete the registration online at the Administration Office.

Lice are always in season. Please see below attachment from the nurse for basic information on lice. Please be sure to notify the school nurse if your child has lice prior to returning to school. As winter approaches, also talk to your child about NOT sharing hats. Thank you!

We have recently experienced an influx of students arriving very early to school. Please note that our school day begins at 8:45 am with drop off beginning at 8:20 am. We do not have adequate staffing in the building in the early morning to accommodate drop off earlier than 8:20am. This applies to students arriving for the regular school day, not those participating in early morning programs such as orchestra, band, chorus, student council, etc. Thank you!

Fitness Club will start this year beginning in November. Fitness Club will be offered once a week and is a combination of indoor games and fitness related activities. Fitness Club runs from 3:30 until 4:30. Pick-up is in the back of the school at 4:30pm.

Dates and sign up links for fitness club are as follows:

• 3rd grade students will have Fitness Club on Wednesday afternoons (11/20, 12/4, 12/11, and 12/18)
• 4th grade students will have Fitness Club on Tuesday afternoons (11/19, 12/3, 12/10 and 12/17)
• 5th grade students will have Fitness Club on Monday afternoons (11/18, 12/2, 12/9 and 12/16)

Signing up for fitness club will take place on a first come first serve basis. Please use the links above to sign up.

No notes are needed for clubs. Please notify the school only if your child is not attending on a specific day. Kindly submit changes either the evening before or prior to the start of the school day.

All the children in the WES Land,

Come to Mrs. Gaur’s Milk Stand.

Cookies and Milk make a healthy snack,

Bring a $1.00 in your backpack.

People in need will get all your cash,

Don’t forget to put on a milk moo-stache.

When: November 19, 20, 21

Time: During Lunches

Where: WES Cafeteria

Food service is exited to announce that our website has been updated. We now have an ala carte drop down that includes all snacks for sale in the cafeteria, as well as how to set up restrictions for your students. This information can be found at https://www.wssd.org/Page/1049.

Please feel free to reach out to Kate Rittler, Director of Food and Nutrition, with any questions! krittler@wssd.org, 610-892-3470 ext. 2151 or visit the WSSD Food Services website.

The Department of Music at Swarthmore College is performing Peter and the Wolf on December 7th at 11am. A Swarthmore College student designed coloring pages and the college would love to have them colored by WES students to be displayed on the projector screen during the performance. Interested students should see Mrs. Haley for the packet or parents can stop by the main office to pick up a packet. Completed packets should be returned by November 14th.

Where is your sweatshirt? Many of us spend the fall and winter months wondering where our kid's articles of clothing have gone! In order to reduce the amount of sweatshirts, jackets, pullovers, hats and lunchboxes around the WES playground, we are encouraging families to please label your child's things. It will be easier to return lost items to students, if we have an idea of who they belong to. Please also remind your children to be responsible by bringing their items home. We try to collect most items and have them out to claim for fall conferences, but most of the items left outside for an extended period of time in poor weather conditions end up in the trash and that is something we would love to improve. Thank you for your support!

We are urging parents/guardians to complete the process for clearances if you have not already done so. Clearances are mandatory, are good for 5 years, and are kept at the district level. Volunteer clearances are required for anyone volunteering to work with our students or be present in our school; whether that is in school, on a field trip, or at an athletic event/practice, etc. Essentially, everyone who is volunteering with our students or in a school is required to obtain volunteer clearances.

You will not be permitted to volunteer without valid clearances on file with the district.

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Scholastic Book Fair. Hosted by our PTO, this event is an opportunity for students of all ages to build their home libraries and further their love of reading. As always, all purchases benefit our school. Here’s what you need to know about the Book Fair, which will take place from Tuesday, November 12th - Friday, November 15th during your child’s Library special day and time:

• Our Book Fair offers eWallet, a safe and secure alternative to cash. Simply create a free account to add funds and/or invite family and friends to contribute so your child can select their own books. Any unused funds can be spent at The Scholastic Store Online or to fund a future eWallet.
• Cash, cards and checks (made payable to WES PTO) are also accepted.
• If your child can’t make it to the Fair, they can also shop at our school’s Online Book Fair. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Your online orders will also benefit our school.
• Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping.
• Come and shop after school in the library on Wednesday, November 13th from 4:30-6:00pm.

If you are interested in volunteering at the Book Fair during your child’s class time, sign-up here. *Please note that all volunteers need their clearances already on file with the school district. No exceptions!

As part of Wallingford Elementary School’s ongoing citizenship project, the PTO is collecting non-perishable food items to help provide holiday meals for families in need. We will be working with City Team – Chester and the Media Food Bank. Your donations will help to offer much needed support to local families this holiday season. For questions contact Ashley Drane or Danielle Nicholson

When: Collection will run Thursday, November 14 to Friday, November 22

Where: Collection bins are located in the front lobby of WES

Please support our effort by donating according to the following list of suggested non-perishable items as shown by grade level: (No glass containers, please)

Kindergarten: Powdered drink mixes: Iced Tea, Lemonade, etc.
Grade 1: Cranberry Sauce, Applesauce, Packaged Gravy
Grade 2: Canned Vegetables, Canned Sweet Potatoes, Yams, Olives, etc.
Grade 3: Potatoes in a box: Mashed, Scalloped, etc.
Grade 4: Stuffing Mix, Bread and Roll Mixes: Cornbread, Nut Breads, Muffins, etc.
Grade 5: Dessert: Pie Filling, Pie Crusts, Canned Fruit, Jello, Pudding
All Grades: Frozen turkey drop off Friday November 22nd 9am-3pm outside of the front office.

Girls on the Run is coming to WES this spring! If you’re looking to support a program that fosters physical activity within a positive, educational and inclusive environment for our 3rd-5th grade girls, join our coaching team! No running experience is necessary - just a desire to provide an empowering and inspiring experience for our girls at WES! The season will begin the last week in February, and run until the first week in May. Coaches would need to be available for practices twice a week (3:30-5pm) for 8 weeks and must have clearances on file with WSSD. Volunteers can sign-up here or reach out to Christine Greco for more information!

Print copies were sent home in backpacks for families who purchased the WES Student Directory. A limited quantity is still available to order here! Access to the app version has been sent by Directory Spot to the email(s) provided when purchased. Please reach out to Jen Griffin with any questions about App access. Thank you for supporting the WES PTO!