FROM THE PRINCIPAL....
Dear Parents, Students, & Staff,
We received work this week that we had achieved 4- Star School status for the 2009-2010 school year (last year's ISTEPs). This is the 3rd year in a row WTE has won this award. Only 202 schools in Indiana, out of 1800+, achieved this honor. The criteria is based on the passing rates for ISTEP scores in grades 3-5 and has recently changed. It used ot be based on a school's overall passing rate for both subjects (LA & Math), as well as it's achievement rate (average score) as well as attendance. Now it's just the passing rate for both subjects, but every single grade level has to be in the top 25% in the state. If one grade level doesn't make the cut the school does not win the award. Each elementary school in EPCSC made the list this year. It's quite an accomplishment for a school corporation! (Only one in Porter County to do so.) So, congratulations to everyone for your efforts to make this school a great place for students to learn.
Sincerely, Rik Ihssen
ICE CREAM SOCIAL RETURNS MARCH 18th
Student Council will be reviving the Ice Cream Social as part of the Variety show next Friday night. The cost is $1.00 and we will only be serving the sundaes before the show from 6:15-7:00 in the cafeteria.
VARIETY SHOW MARCH 18TH
This Friday, March 18, will be a big night for WTE. Starting at 7:00 p.m. in the MPR, our Variety Show will showcase the many talents of our students. All students that auditioned for the Variety Show who are in the show need to attend the following tow mandatory rehearsals: March 16 & 17 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. in the MPR. All participants must bring costumes, props, etc. that are needed for your performance! If you are using recorded music, please bring your CD or tape labeled with your name, title of song and track number.
DIGITAL PLANETARIUM!!
Digital Planetarium will be here this week! The Planetarium is used to teach students about stars and constellations. All students in grades 1-5 will be visiting the Planetarium during their Library class time next week. Parents be sure to ask your child what they learned - they are always very excited for this activity!
4-H NEWS....
Washington Wiz Kids 4-H Club will have a meeting on Monday, March 14th. It will begin at 6:30pm in the Elementary School Cafeteria (enter through the back doors). We are collecting toiletry items for our service project plus will be handing out 4-H manuals. New members are still welcome to join. Any questions, please call Leah Goetz at 405-8721.
OREO CHALLENGE
Tuesday, March 15 begins our annual event, the Oreo Challenge, that students and staff look forward to. I’ll get on the PA each morning and give some clues about our staff. If the class guesses 2 out of 3 correctly, they get an Oreo cookie. Classes that get 10 points win free ice cream.
UR UNIQUE DAY MARCH 18TH
The dress-up day for this month centers around the idea of each person's uniqueness. Try to think of something to wear on Friday, March 18 that makes you special or unique. It could be your favorite color, sport, or hobby. Or, make a wacky combination that no one else would think of. This is a day to celebrate our differences and uniqueness.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE BANDS
Jon Nugent, a former elementary student, (and brother of Jordan) and brain cancer survivor is selling Celebration of Life wrist bands to raise funds for the Pediatric Brian Tumor Foundation (raised $5,000 last year). If interested in purchasing a band for $2.00 use form found at this link (or go to the school's web page and fine it under the "Forms, Fliers" section) and return it to the school office. http://epcsc.schoolwires.net/176410111310514787/lib/176 410111310514787/Bracelet%20order%20form.pd
WT Athletic Booster Club News...
Upcoming Events:
- Pork Chop Dinner - April 10, 2011
- Golf Outing - Sept. 10, 2011
Volunteer Opportunities:
- Donations for Silent Auction at Pork Chop Dinner - submit pledges or auction ideas. These are tax deductible.
- Donations & Sponsors for Golf Outing.
- Advisory Board Members - submit your name, and child's grade, gender and sports participating in. Interested members please email Joe Nugent: jnugent2@earthlink.net If you receive a block message just ask to be added to our contact list.
NOTICE: ONE FINALWEEK OF SUMMER BASEBALL/SOFTBALL SIGN-UPS!!
We are especially looking for 5-6 yr. old girls and also 11-12 yr. old girls. Forms may be obtained in the elementary office. Questions? Call Randy Roberts @ 464-3597 or email: randy.roberts@epcsc.k12.in.us
ARTS-A-BUDDING 2011
Congratulations to the following students whose artwork has been selected to be in a special exhibit at the Valparaiso University Chapel of the Resurrection: Alexa Mecchia, Tyler Hachey, Sarah Stover, Quinlan Scott, Carissa Little, Kylei Gray, Colin Burton, Matthew Sears, Roury Farnum, Megan Rokosz, Taylor Schumann, Tiffany Gavrilos, Kelsey Fleming, Anna Stokum, & Madison Batthauer.
STUDENT-OF-THE -WEEK
- 1st Grade: Jacquelynn Matthai 1H; Paige Cavanaugh 1P
- 2nd Grade: Ellyse Polhemus 2B; Emma Guenther 2F; Lizzy Rogers 2R
- 3rd Grade: Taylor Schumann 3B; Bethany Greer 3M; Brandon Grass 4B
- 4th Grade: Rosa Galicia 4C; The Whole Class 4U; Sage Mings 4K
- 5th Grade: Tess Boby 5R; Max Greer 5Z