Window
The
Westgate
Westgate Elementary School Newsletter
Dec. 2, 2016
7802 Hascall Street Omaha, NE 68124 (402) 390-6495 Info Line: (402) 390-3311 www.westside66.org
Mission
The mission of Westgate
Elementar y School is to
educate each child to achieve
(his/her) full potential in
collaboration with school,
f a m i l y a n d c o m m u n i t y.
Westgate School
Our goal for this year is:
Westgate Elementary will
ensure maximum student
engagement and achievement.
______News Briefs______
Wednesday
Dismissal
Don’t forget...Students will be
dismissed every Wednesday
at 3:00. Please be prompt
as teachers are scheduled to
leave the building each week
to participate in professional learning communities.
WE ARE KIND.
We are Talented.
We are hard working.
We are Westgate.
WE CAN WE WILL!
Dear Westgate Families,
I want to take this opportunity to wish all of you a happy holiday season. It is amazing we
only have a few more weeks until winter break. Please remember our last day of school before
the winter break is December 22nd. School will resume on January 9th. We have had a great
first semester. I hope everyone has a safe and wonderful winter break!
Sincerely,
Amanda Moon
Principal-Westgate Elementary
___________Calendar Reminders____________
Numbers You Need
Office/Attendance
402-390-6495
Pre-School/Club 66
402-390-8202
Westgate’s
Expectations
Be Safe
Be Respectful
Be Responsible
Dec. 5 Vocal Music Concert
4, 5, & 6 grade WMS 7pm
Dec. 6 Strings Concert @WHS 7pm
Dec. 6 Subway Night 3-8pm
Dec. 8 Arby’s Night 4-8pm
Dec. 12 Board of ED Mtg. 6:30pm
Dec. 13 CC Mtg. & Parent Advisory 6pm
Dec. 20 Concert 5/6 Band & Strings @ WG
Dec. 21 Godfather’s Slice of the Pie 5-9pm
Jan. 3 Subway Night 3-8pm
Jan. 9 School Resumes
Jan. 10 CC Mtg. & Parent Advisory 6pm
Jan. 12 Arby’s Night 4-8pm
Jan. 16 Board of Ed. Mtg. 6:30pm
Jan. 16 Martin Luther King Jr. Day NO SCHOOL
Jan. 18 Godfather’s Slice of the Pie 5-9pm
Jan. 31 Vocal Music Concert 2nd & 3rd grade
@ WMS 7pm
Safety Patrol
Nov. 28 - Dec. 22
Morning: 8:35 - 8:50
79th and Hascall:
Kaylee S.
Dawson H.
East Drive #1:
Gina G.
Ellie B. B.
Main Entrance:
Gators of the Month
Each month teachers nominate students that are making a positive impact in the classroom.
The students are recognized at the Gator Assembly each month. Students get their picture on
the tv, announcements, and a pizza party with Mr. Elliott. This month’s winners are:
November
Camille Wulf
Karsen Forbes
Luke Ramacciotti
Nesh Weerakoon
Jamynn Mynster
Jonathan Hernandez
Mauricio Curiel
Launah Diaz
Lethabo Dailey
Jaxson Holsinger Kate Ketelsen
Diew Gach
Renzo Rodriguez
Chaylee Bentzinger-Hill
Gina Gage
Will Urosevich
Roman McClellan
Aniyah C.
Amia B.
Afternoon: 3:25 - 3:40
79th and Hascall:
Abby A.
Shayla L.
East Drive #1:
Kenzie C.
Anna B.
East Drive #2:
Roman M.
Main Entrance:
Joey D.
Carson L.
Lunch Money
Tired of writing a check or
sending cash for school meals?
Go to myschoolbucks.com to
pay for meals online. Your
child’s ID number is required.
Newsletter on the Web
School Arrival
Our school day begins at 8:40 a.m. Students may enter the building at 8:30 a.m. We ask that students not arrive before 8:30 a.m. unless:
Attending breakfast program at 8:10 a.m.
Participating in a school activity
Serving on Safety Patrol
Working with a teacher
Attending Club 66 Before & After Care Program
WHY CAN’T I ARRIVE EARLY?
Teachers are involved in team meetings, staff meetings and individual planning from 8:00-8:40
a.m.
Pick Up Time
Please remember that school dismisses at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday’s and 3:30 p.m. on all other
days. If you are unable to pick up your child/children by 3:00 on Wednesdays and 3:30 on other
days, you will need to make arrangements for them to attend the after school program. There are
some students not getting picked up until way after dismissal and this is NOT safe. There is no supervision after 3:40 p.m. Arrangements can be made for after school care by calling 402-390-8202.
Thank You.
The Westgate Window
is available online. Go
to the district website www.
Monthy Reminders
westside 66.org. Click on
School Websites, choose
2nd Tuesday of every month - Community Club Mtg. 6:00 p.m.
Westgate Elementary click on
2nd Thursday of every month - Arby’s Night 4-8:00pm
Newsletter and then choose
the date.
1st Tuesday of every month - Subway Night 3-8 p.m.
3rd Wednesday of every month - Godfather’s Slice of the Pie Night
Winter Break
December 23 - January 6
NO SCHOOL
School Resumes
January 9
A Note From The Nurse
If your child is vomiting, has diarrhea, or running a fever 100 degrees or more, they need to stay home from school. The policy
states that the child should be symptom free for 24 hours before returning (symptom free with out medication).
Westside Early Childhood Centers
Now Hiring: Full Time/Part Time Early Childhood Teaching and Support Staff Positions
All Day, Morning and/or Afternoon positions available
For more information regarding these positions please contact Beth Caruso, HR Manager at 402.390.2260 or caruso.elizabeth@
westside66.net
Jump on the Wellness Wagon!
This month’s tip…Healthy Beverages
Water is a great choice to serve kids at snack time. Water satisfies thirst without adding calories or sugar, and it keeps kids hydrated. Calorie-free flavored water, sparkling water, and club soda are healthy options. They do not contain the sugars, calories, or
caffeine of sodas. Serve them alone or try making “healthy sodas” by mixing them with equal amounts of 100% fruit juice.
The entire Westgate staff wishes you
all a wonderful winter break filled
with moments that create memories
to warm your hearts. We’ll see you
all in 2017!
Vocal Music Concert
4th, 5th and 6th grade
Monday, December 5, 2016
@
Westside Middle School
7:00 - 8:00pm