West | September Newsletter
Everything you need to know about what's happening at West!
Principals Corner
A note from our Principal Mr. Tolson
Hello West Families,
It has been so wonderful welcoming our returning and new students! Having our students learn in the classrooms, play outside and see them reunite with friends and make new ones, has been so great to see! We are back in the full swing of things and our staff is working to support all our students in the building. We are so thankful for the partnership between our staff and families, having an open line of communication is what is best for our students.
Reading through teacher's weekly updates and newsletters are great for conversation starters with your children! Our students do so much during the day, it can be hard for them to narrow it down when asked "How was your day?" A specific question based on the newsletter might spark something and open up a whole new conversation!
Please feel free to contact me directly if you have any questions or concerns.
Yours in Education,
Chad Tolson - West Principal
POWER Expectations
Our staff has been teaching what POWER stands for so that every student can memorize, recite, and demonstrate positive behavior.
Here’s what POWER stands for:
P-Pride | We care about self, others, work
O-Own Your Actions | We are responsible and honest
W- Wise Choices | We think before acting
E- Engaged | We are focused and involved in learning
R-Respect | Be Nice
We believe it is important for each parent to be aware of these expectations so you can support our efforts at home.
Mark your Calendar:
1/2 Day of School: September 16 | School Dismissed at 11:35
Holland Hospital Nurse's 5k Fun Run September 29
Holland Hospital is excited to invite all students, families, friends and faculty to participate in the 2022 School Nurse Fun Run on Thu, Sept. 29 at Holland West Elementary School. Register by September 9 to guarantee a shirt!
Deaf Awareness Month at West!
Liebbe, Caydence, Aria, and the rest of the kids in the DHH program at West invite you to celebrate #DeafAwarenessMonth by learning some new words in sign language. Watch the video here!
Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff Community Celebration Friday, September 16, 6:30pm
Friday, September 16, 6:30pm at the HHS Varsity Football celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month. During the football game on September 16, we will celebrate with special music, dance, food trucks, and a march of the flags from Latin countries. Come celebrate with us! https://youtu.be/h3toku1eT70
Popcorn Friday September 23
Fall Assessments
During the next couple weeks our West students will be participating in reading and math assessments. These assessments will help our staff determine each West student’s areas of academic strength and areas that need growth. Please contact your child’s teacher if you have any questions or concerns.
Dental Van
The Dental Van will be at West on Monday, September 26. There is still time to sign up, please stop into the office for paperwork.
Spirit Week - September 26 - October 1
Monday - PJ/Comfy day
Tuesday - Superhero day
Wednesday - Mismatch Day
Thursday - Sports team jersey day
Friday - Red and White day
First PTO Meeting Monday October 17 at 5pm West office conference room
Parent Teacher Conferences October 11, 13, 18 &19
The Scholastic Book fair will take place during conferences.
Meet some new Staff at West!
Please see the following videos of some of our new Staff here at West!
Holly Forbes https://youtu.be/N6nbMMuFb1E
Hillary Sutton https://youtu.be/xif2cuCTsLY
Brittany Santellan https://youtu.be/Rwo_3Grye7k
**Safety**
Afternoon Front Loop Pick up - PLEASE PLEASE follow suit using a SINGLE FILE lane closest to the sidewalk. DO NOT park in the front loop and get out of your car. If you need or want to park and walk up to meet your student, please use the East parking lot. Do not park or use the left lane, we do not want our students running in front of traffic to meet you. Please this is for safety of all students, families and staff. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.
If your child is a bike rider - please make sure they are bringing a lock and locking their bikes daily.
A note from the PTO Volunteers needed!
West PTO is excited to be back in full swing with lots of volunteer opportunities! Funds raised by the PTO help support field trips, books, classroom cash, staff appreciation and more. Upcoming volunteer needs are: Popcorn Friday 9/23, Spirit Wear distribution early October, fall Scholastic Book Fair and Teacher Appreciation during conferences. The next PTO meeting will be Monday, October 17 at 5pm in West's conference room. We will be discussing the holiday food drive, Christmas Craft, Winter Carnival, and fundraising ideas. If you would like to stay informed, please send an email to HollandWestPTO@gmail.com for updates. All building volunteers must complete a background form on the District's website at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSckqGqJNh_wZYM3Et1yJpsEsopiXNCl_Qp1XvYyHhsP5cezsw/viewform