Thank you!
Parents, we love seeing you at conferences. We appreciate all of the support you give and enjoy discussing your child's learning with you. Thank you for coming! Thank you, also, to the PTO and parent volunteers who provided us a beautiful fiesta meal that served our hard-working teachers throughout their extended day on Thursday. You provided so much, we even were able to enjoy it for lunch today! Thank you!
Toys at School
We are noticing an increase of children bringing toys to school. I know this doesn't seem like it would be a big deal, but when children bring toys to school it can (and does) lead to many issues that disrupt the educational setting. This is a request to ask you to check your child's backpack for toys (any toys, including technology and trading cards, like Pokemon) and remove them to stay at home. If you're wondering the "why" behind this, keep reading. If you just trust me, you may proceed to the next topic. ;-)
Children argue over toys, they "trade" toys, not being mature enough to understand the value of their items, and on the bus they drop them, causing several young children to get out of their seats to retrieve the dropped toy. In addition, toys roll towards the driver and can obstruct the gas/brake pedals. Within the school day, toys are very easily lost. Children also have a hard time putting them away and "sneak" them into class, taking time for the teacher to solve the problem, instead of helping students learn.
We appreciate your help!
Willow Grove will be having a spirit week leading up to spring break - March 19 - March 23!
Monday, 3/19 - Crazy Hair Day
Tuesday, 3/20 - NO SCHOOL
Wednesday, 3/21 - Sports Day - This could be your own child's team uniform shirt or any favorite team
Thursday, 3/22 - Willow Grove Spirit Day! Wear a Willow Grove spirit shirt or purple! Don't forget that Thursday is also Pizza Bingo Night from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, 3/23 - Pajama or comfy clothes day - Note: Clothing only. No stuffed animals, pillows, etc.
Regarding current events in the news
Parents, please take a moment to read this MESSAGE and contact our school office if you have questions.
Lost and Found
We set out lost and found items for parents to check over conferences. We'll keep items until Spring Break. We will be donating all remaining items to charity over Spring Break. Please stop by the school if you'd like to take a peek for your little one's lost items.
PTO News
PIZZA BINGO SILENT AUCTION - MARCH 22, 6-8:00 P.M.