Windermere Family Update

Monday, we practiced a shelter in place safety drill with our students and staff, assisted by the Upper Arlington Police Department. Each year, by law, we are required to practice six fire drills with our students, three tornado drills in the spring, and an evacuation drill to our safe location, all of which are unannounced. We also practice what we do when a secured perimeter is needed (which is daily in all of our buildings) and what it means to shelter in place, as we practiced Monday. We shared that this was needed if a staff member or student needed medical attention and we needed the main part of the building to be clear. We talk to students in an age appropriate way to explain that we practice these drills over and over again, so that students know exactly what to do in the event of a real fire, tornado or other emergency. Additionally we practice talking through table top exercises in staff meetings, as well. throughout the year. Below you will find the graphic we use district wide. I will continue throughout the year to share information about how we are proactively working to keep our students and staff safe, as that is our number one priority.

Recently, had the opportunity to visit SWACO (Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio) to deepen their understanding of waste management and its environmental impact? Two key takeaways from this experience were learning about what can be recycled and the importance of composting to reduce food waste in landfills.

If your family is not currently enrolled in the compost pick-up program available in Upper Arlington, I encourage you to explore more information available at this link: Food Waste Collection.

Thank you for being an active part of our community and supporting our students' learning experiences.

or do you know someone who might be interested? If you are interested, please apply HERE! If you are interested, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Julie Nolan to learn more information.

Please see This letter that was sent out on Monday, Oct. 21st.

The theme for the lesson is "The Hour of Code."

- Everyone can learn computer science!

Students will be...

- Learning about Computer Science and Coding from the Elementary Explorations team and UAHS Computer Science students.

- Exploring different screen free activities to enhance their knowledge of computer science and programming.

- Working on programming skills through Swift Playgrounds or Code.org curriculum.

Here is the latest issue of the Elementary Explorations newsletter.

Our lost and found is overflowing. Please have your students check for missing sweatshirts, jackets, water bottles, etc. All items will be donated over winter break.

We are enjoying preparing for our upcoming Family Culture & Traditions night and learning a lot about each other and our families! Paletero Man introduced us to Hispanic culture and Challah Day! introduced us to the Jewish Community. Next week we will read about Ramen! All students and families are invited to come try these treats on November 14th!

Coming up in November we will be highlighting in our collection and on Wake Up Windermere Native American Heritage Month, Dia De Los Muertos, Election Day, Veteran's Day, and Thanksgiving.

Learn more about the strategic planning process by joining district leadership for a town hall meeting on Tuesday, November 19 from 6 until 7:30 p.m. at Upper Arlington High School. Attendees will hear a review of the research and work done to date and then break into smaller groups to learn about the steps planned to implement each strategy during the next five years.

For a second year, the district is partnering with the Tri-Village Packers (TVP), a group of community volunteers who work to reduce food insecurity in Upper Arlington. Families with UA students can register throughout October and early November to receive grocery items that supplement their pantries during the upcoming Thanksgiving break. This is not a Thanksgiving meal but support to offset food insecurity by providing breakfast and lunch items during the extended break from school.

Last year, TVP provided food for more than 90 students during Thanksgiving break, and we believe there will be a greater need this year.

Please review and share the linked flyer and registration form weekly through November 1st. In the coming weeks, forms and flyers will be shared in additional channels and languages. Please reach out to Kristyn Anderson at kmanderson@uaschools.org if you have any questions or need support in a particular situation related to this program.

Any prescription medication administered at school requires written authorization from the student’s physician as well as written parental permission. Per Ohio Revised Code, the Prescribed Medication must be received by the health office in the container in which it was dispensed by the provider or pharmacist (we cannot accept medication in baggies). Medication authorization forms and other health forms can be found on the district website at: UA Health Forms. Should you have any questions, please contact the Windermere Health Office at 614-487-5060.

Please refer to this arrival and dismissal doc for guidelines on keeping everyone safe during our drop off and pick up times.

Please email windermereattendance@uaschools.org along with your child’s teacher, any student absences. For extended absences (vacations, travel, etc.) please submit a pre-planned absence form. For more information on the district attendance policy, please visit the district's attendance web page. For all medical appointments, please provide a doctor’s note.