Dear Parents,
Happy Holidays! We have had such a great beginning to our year, it is hard to believe that it is time to start the holiday season. As our students venture into the second semester, you will note that increased demands are placed upon thinking, as the students are working hard to apply the basic skills that they have learned – especially in the area of mathematics and problem solving. When helping your child with these types of higher order thinking problems, try leading them with questions so that they can determine the answers, instead of showing them how to do it…. We want them to learn to think, which can be tough for them as they look at problems from different points of view. In the long run, it is the most powerful way for them to truly understand the concepts!
As the school board is in the process of approving a student assignment plan for 13-14, it looks like all K-4 students who are currently enrolled at Willow Springs will be able to stay here next year. On January 8 at 6:30, we will be having an information session for you regarding details if you would like to request to go back to your base school, or choose a different school for your child for next year. In addition, we will also be holding an information session about the transition to Middle school for 5th grade parents on two dates: December 13 at 8:00 and January 8 immediately following the assignment information session.
If you would like to make a track change request for your child, please call the office by January 25th at 557-2770 and we will send home a request form!
If you have a rising Kindergarten student, 5 years old by August 31, please come to school to register him or her on Monday, Janaury 7 between 8:15 and 4:00. This prompt registration will help us to ensure there is room on the same track as their siblings. Remember to bring the birth certificate, your proof of residence, and your photo id..
Our second annual Boosterthon will be coming up soon – Feb. 25-March 8. Based on parent feedback, we have extended it to two full weeks in order to ensure that all tracks have a chance to participate. We are so excited about what the Boosterthon team has in store for us this year, so mark your calendars!
We look forward to seeing you around the Springs!
Sincerely,
Camille Miller
