Family Engagement Guide for-Westside Elementary (Translated Copy)
This guide will help you find the pathways to your school's partnership for families. You are essential to student success and belong to your student's school community. All parents and caregivers are essential partners in every child's educational journey. Collaborating with our staff and families is fundamental to supporting students in achieving their highest potential.
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Our School’s Belief Statement
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We Believe…
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How to contact our school
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Main Office- 608-834-7503
Attendance- 608-835-7500 (press 1)
Principal, Nikki Harcus- 608-834-7501
Assistant Principal, Emily Leslie- 608-834-7551
Community Schools Site Coordinator, Cindy Kimbrew- 608-834-7546
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Volunteer opportunities at our school
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Dudes on Duty- Come help on our playground!
Volunteering for events
Volunteering for clubs/activities
Volunteering to come in a read with students
Volunteering for OPTs board and committee chairs- Contact our Parent Group at westsideopts@gmail.com
Contact Community Schools Site Coordinator, Cindy Kimbrew- 608-834-7546
If you are interested in volunteering!!
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Invitation to attend school-wide events
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Westside Elementary annual Camp Read-a-Lot this year is on Thursday November 21st from 5-7pm! Our 4th and 5th grade CEOs of Tomorrow will also be selling homemade soaps!
Westside Elementary Winterfest December 6th from 5-7pm! Dance, craft & have fun!
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Help us meet our goals as a school community
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We believe that Westside is a Family and together we can do great things for our students and families. Please connect with us anytime!
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School Community Organization (SCO) - role, goals, and opportunities to participate and get involved
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At Westside Elementary we believe that families are essential partners in the education of our children. We value diversity, inclusivity and transparency. We strive to create a supportive school community that is a safe space where all families feel seen, heard and a part of our community. We are One Family.
En Westside Elementary creemos que las familias son socios esenciales en la educación de nuestros niños. Valoramos la diversidad, la inclusión y la transparencia. Nos esforzamos por crear una comunidad escolar solidaria que sea un espacio seguro donde todas las familias se sientan vistas, escuchadas y parte de nuestra comunidad. Somos Una Familia.
Our parent group, OPTS, meets the second Tuesday of the month. Contact our Parent Group at westsideopts@gmail.com
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How the principal will communicate with you
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Principal Nikki Harcus sends monthly newsletters. She also communicates directly with families via phone and email.
She believes that partnerships with families is an essential part of our school community and the success of our students. Please never hesitate to reach out to her!
Principal, Nikki Harcus- 608-834-7501
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How our teachers will communicate with you
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Our teachers use the Remind App to send text messages and updates to families. Our teachers will also communicate via email and phone. We are open and want to communicate with families in a way that works best for you.
Grade level teams will also send monthly newsletters to families to let you know about all the exciting things happening in the classroom!
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How you can support your student's success and advocate for them
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Reach out and partner with us! At Westside we say we are One Family! We are here for you and your child and want to support you. Please never hesitate to reach out, we are here for you and your children.
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