elem news letter

It's November!

This year, our school community is shining brighter than ever as students and staff come together to create an amazing environment for learning and growth! From collaborative classroom projects to fun events that bring everyone together, the spirit of teamwork is alive and well. Teachers are embracing new ideas and encouraging students to share their voices, while students are stepping up as leaders in various activities. With a focus on respect, responsibility, and readiness, we're all committed to making this the best year ever. Let's keep the momentum going and support one another in everything we do!

November Events

Picture Retakes- November 7

If you need your student's picture retaken, Thursday, November 7 will be the day. Students will be called down during their scheduled time. If you originally ordered, please send the original packet back and let teacher know you request retakes.

Veteran's Day

November 11 is Veteran's Day. All elementary students will attend Windom's Annual Veteran's Day Program from 9:30-10:30 AM. Elementary students will participate by singing songs. There will also be a guest speaker, and time to honor veterans who we have lost in the past year. Students should wear a solid white blouse, shirt, or sweater and dark blue or black skirt, dark blue or black dress pants, or dark blue or black jeans. Accents of red ties or bows would add a nice touch to the outfit.

Game Night-English

Family Engagement Night- Nov 12

Family Engagements will be starting on November 12 and continuing on the second Tuesday of MOST months throughout the school year. Please watch this newsletter or Facebook or Twitter for updates. November's Family Engagement Night will be Family Game Night! Click on the flier image to sign up so we have enough food and games!

American Education Week November 18-22

November 18-22 is American Education Week. Windom Area Schools have amazing staff who pour into our community's youth every day. We have teachers who know what our students need both academically and socially. We have paraprofessionals who support our teachers and students to help make each day a success. We have custodians, cafeteria workers, counselors and social workers who check in, give high-fives, and spend time listening to our students. Families and school staff are working together make our school a great place to be.

Conferences November 21-22

Parent, Student, Teacher conferences will be held Nov 21 from 3:30-8:30 PM and Nov 22 from 8:00 AM-3:30 PM. NOTE: November 22 is a NO SCHOOL day for students. All families are expected to come to the fall conferences to get updates on how your child is doing in school and what you can help them work on. Watch for a link to sign up for a time that works for you on SeeSaw or Class Dojo.

Fall/Thanksgiving Break

Fall break will be November 28-29. There will be NO SCHOOL on those days. Enjoy the Thanksgiving long weekend!

Policies, Updates, and Reminders

In an effort to best serve our students in a safe, productive, and positive environment, there have been a few small updates to our Elementary Student Handbook. Please review the handbook and remind your child of any important information.

Cold Weather Recess Dress Policy

As the weather gets colder, we want our students to stay warm and healthy. If the "feels like" temperature is above zero, and it isn't actively raining, kids will go outside. When there is snow on the ground, students will need appropriate snow gear including snow pants, boots, hats, and gloves to play anywhere there is snow. If you need help getting these item, please contact Melissa Pletcher or Cassie Muskie at the elementary school. mpletcher@isd177.com or cmuske@isd177.com.

Lunch

November Breakfast and Lunch Menus

Breakfast and lunch menus can be found on the Windom Schools Website. Go to Family->Food Service->Printable Menu. Here is the page to get you started.

Attendance

Attendance Email

Windom Elementary has a new attendance email. attendanceelem@isd177.com is a place where you can send a note if your child will be absent, late, or needs to leave early. You can also continue to call in to 507-831-6925 Ext 443 or 441 (Ext 311 for Spanish)