Hello Hardy families,
Highlight from the past week:
*On Friday, we had our Penguin Plunge walk to school day.
School Council Update
At the School Council meeting this past week, we reviewed proposed staffing additions that are being proposed in the budget for the upcoming school year. For all WPS elementary schools, the proposals include an adjustment counselor, an additional math specialist and an additional building aide. We also continued to discuss a School Council initiative focused on social-emotional learning. As a reminder, we are planning to have 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students complete a questionnaire that answers SEL related questions. The results from this questionnaire will be used to help identify areas for improvement and to determine action steps to help address these areas for improvement. Stay tuned for updates on the work of the School Council in future principal letters.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
In library classes this week, our librarian Mrs. Sheehan is sharing picture books that recognize the life and legacy of Dr. King. In upper grade classes, Mrs. Sheehan is having students do a special activity in which students reflect on and do writing based on the prompt “I Have A Dream.” We look forward to seeing what dreams students have for our world.
Important health reminders
In an effort to continue to promote practices that will contribute to a healthy school community, please be mindful of the following health reminders:
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Get vaccinated and receive a booster if you are eligible;
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Do not come to school if you exhibit any COVID-related symptoms, even if mild;
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Wear a properly-fitting mask while indoors at school;
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Wear a mask when you attend large indoor gatherings or participate in indoor activities, such as shopping, when you don’t know the vaccination status of those around you;
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Practice social distancing where possible, particularly when not wearing a mask.
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Use frequent hand washing
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If you would like to provide consent for your child to participate in the WPS COVID-19 viral testing program but have not provided consent, please do so using this Testing Program Consent Link Without this consent, students cannot participate in the district’s viral testing program, including the test and stay program.
Pajama Day
This upcoming Friday, we will have our rescheduled Pajama Day. Students are invited to wear their favorite PJs to school!
Have a great week!
Respectfully yours,
Grant Smith
Principal