WWES NEWS

Dr. Williams—Principal

Mrs. Parisi—Assistant Principal

Mr. Sawa—School Counselor

December 21, 2017

We've had a fun and busy week, and that's before the Sing-along and classroom parties! This is one of those weeks that are special in an elementary school-- we've had a Grinch day, we've had staff and students dressed as elves, and we had our annual staff Ugly Sweater contest. The sweater with my pictures attached won again -- that's three years in a row!

The spirit of the season is all around us. Our Student Lighthouse Team organized a Marketplace event this week to sell items to raise money for charity. We received a donation of nine boxes of children's books from Suzanne Degley at Barnes and Noble, books that will be given away to our students. Our PTO organized a wonderful staff appreciation luncheon last Friday -- much appreciated by all! A group of staff and families went caroling Tuesday night in the community of North Glen Village. Everywhere you turn, the joyful buzz of the holidays.

Please remember that we're planning to load up buses for the WWES School Night with the Pacers on Monday, Jan. 29. You should have received Pacers packets this week and our letter inviting you to ride with us. We hope you can be part of this special WWES event.

Whether you're staying close to home or traveling, we wish you Merry Christmas and a safe, restful break. We will see you on Jan. 3.

-Dr. Williams Blog: http://blogs.wws.k12.in.us/williamss

Twitter: @27swilliams27

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This week your child participated in the Hour of Code. Coding is what makes it possible for us to

create computer software, apps, and websites. All students at WWES had at least one hour of

coding this week.

What is the Hour of Code? The Hour of Code is one-hour of computer science. The Hour of Code

began as a one-hour coding challenge to give students a fun first introduction to computer science

and has become a global learning event, celebration, and awareness event.

Why computer science? Computer science is foundational. Computer science is changing every

industry. Every 21st-century student should have the opportunity to learn how to create technology.

Computer science concepts also help nurture creativity and problem-solving skills to prepare

students for any future career.

How can your child continue learning this skill? Click on this link https://hourofcode.com/us/learn

Open Destiny in the Washington Woods Elementary homepage and click on the Hour of Code link

Information from: hourofcode.com/us

Specials Schedule

Monday 1/1 - NO SCHOOL Tuesday 1/2 - NO SCHOOL Wednesday 1/3 - C

Thursday 1/4 - D Friday 1/5 - E

Monday 1/8 - A Tuesday 1/9 - B Wednesday 1/10 - C

Thursday 1/11 - D Friday 1/12 - E

Important Dates to Remember

January 3 School Resumes January 9 PTO Meeting @ 6:00 P.M. Community Room January 15 NO SCHOOL— MLK Jr. Day (Flex Day) January 17 PTO Dine Out Night (TBD) January 19 Parents Night Out January 23 4th Annual Chili Challenge January 25

PTO Blood Drive Attendance Line

317-867-7901

Respect, Responsibility, Compassion, Hard Work & Honesty

Coffee Talk with Dr. Grate

Westfield Washington Schools Superintendent Dr. Sherry Grate will be hosting “Coffee Talk” once a

month at various locations around town. Coffee Talk is designed to be an open dialog with Dr. Grate

and the community on anything WWS related. No set agenda - just coffee talk! Here is the schedule

for the rest of the year. Hope to see you there!

January 24 at 1pm Titus Bakery

February 20 at 9am Titus Bakery

March 28 at 7pm at Starbucks at 16st & Spring Mill

Parisi Press:

WOW!! How is it possible that 2017 is coming to an

end?! We all say it, right? Time passes by quickly for

sure and the holiday seasons can either push us over the

edge a bit or it can cause us to slow down and

appreciate those around us. As I reflect on the school

year, I can't help but be thankful for your children, our

staff, and the amazing families we have at WWES. The

smiling faces we greet each morning bring us such great

cheer throughout the day. I hope you all have a wonder-

ful winter break and I look forward to seeing everyone in 2018!

WWES December/January 2017

Lunch Calendar Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

25

NO SCHOOL

WINTER BREAK

27

NO SCHOOL

WINTER BREAK

28

NO SCHOOL

WINTER BREAK

29

NO SCHOOL

WINTER BREAK

26

NO SCHOOL

WINTER BREAK

1

NO SCHOOL

WINTER BREAK

3

Pepperoni Pizza

Cheese Pizza

Classic Chef Salad

Sunbutter & Jelly Sandwich

4

Chicken Patty Sandwich

Cheese Quesadilla

Peppi Salad

Ham & Cheese Sandwich

Sunbutter & Jelly Sandwich

JOIN US FOR TRIVIA DAY

5

French Toast with Sausage

Patty

Turkey Melt

Garden Salad

Fruit & Cheese Platter

Sunbutter & Jelly Sandwich

2

NO SCHOOL

WINTER BREAK

Calling all “FUTURE CHEFS” for our

CULINARY COMPETITION

WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOUR FAVORITE HEALTHY ASIAN

Two lucky winners from each school will be chosen as finalists to compete in our contest at Westfield Middle School on Wednesday, February 21st. As an added bonus, the winner of this event will be entered into a National Competition for some great prizes!

PICK UP YOUR ENTRY FORM TODAY!

They’re available in the Cafeteria and in the Main Office!

Turn them in to the Cafeteria or Main Office by Friday, January 12th.

Westfield Washington Schools

Elementary School Culinary Competition

We’re thrilled to announce that the date has been set for the annual culinary competition at your school! Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, February 21, 2018. This year, we’re accepting en-tries grade 1 through 4.

The idea behind this event is to help educate the kids in HEALTHY EATING HABITS. Too often we hear about obesity in kids and kids not making the right choices in terms of their eating habits. That’s why we want kids to submit recipes for their favorite healthy Asian Fusion food!

Judging will be based on the following criteria:

* Originality * Kid Friendly * Ease of Preparation * Healthy Attributes

* Plate Presentation * Taste

Timeline of the event:

A flyer will be sent home electronically to the students, and be available in the cafeteria, describing the event. Included with this flyer will be a blank recipe card. Kids who would like to participate need to fill out the recipe card and return it to their teacher. Teachers will collect the recipe cards and give them to building office or cafeteria. Buildings return recipes to their cafeteria lead or can be sent to Karen Ogden @ Support Services no later than Friday, January 12th A distinguished panel of administrators will evaluate recipe submissions and narrow the number of finalists down to 2 kids per school. Those finalists will be formally invited to a Culinary Competition “Cook-Off” on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 tentatively scheduled for 4:30pm. All Finalists will receive a framed plaque, t-shirt, chef hat and apron. The local press will be invited to take pictures of the kid’s creations and parents and teachers can view (and taste!) the final product during the reception portion of the event. Transportation of the kids will not be provided on February 21st for the competition. Kids will need to be dropped off and picked up at Westfield Middle School. Each group of kids will have a kitchen staff member assigned to help them to ensure that there are no safety issues. This will ensure safe food and preparation practices are followed and no one gets harmed.

As an added bonus, our competition is just one of 258 local competitions that Sodexo will be orches-trating across the country in February & March. The winning recipe from each event will be entered to win a national competition in March. More details will follow, but we’re lining up some great prizes for those that are chosen to receive national recognition!

Please let me know if I can answer any questions or concerns.

Karen Ogden

General Manager, Student Nutrition

Westfield Washington Schools

317-867-8060

317-777-2748

ogdenk@wws.k12.in.us

Tips to be a Finalist in this Year’s Culinary Competition

Have your eye on the prize? Here are some tips that may help!

1. Be original - You don’t have to be like everyone else. Consider putting a new twist on your favorite Asian Fusion recipe.

2. Be creative - A student once submitted a recipe for “dill cookies!” Sounds terrible, but they were actually great! Don’t TRY to be too weird, but we love to see recipes that are different!

3. Don’t do recipes that are too easy or too complicated.

4. This doesn’t have to be your own, original recipe. You can get them off the Internet or anywhere, but try to alter it slightly to make it your own!

5. SORRY, only ONE person can make each recipe at the competition.

6. We are looking for healthy Asian Fusion food recipes, so try to avoid recipes with a lot of sugar or fat in them.

7. At the main competition, judges will consider the following 6 criteria:

* Taste

* Originality

* Ease of Preparation

* Healthy Attributes

* Kid Appeal

* Plate Presentation

The use of one or more of the following ingredients will earn up to 3 bonus points at the judging:

* Low Sodium Soy Sauce * Low Sodium Teriyaki Sauce * Brown Rice

* Bok Choy * Fresh Mushrooms * Lean Chicken

* Lean Pork * Rice Noodles * Tofu

* Garlic * Ginger

GOOD LUCK & HAVE FUN!!!!

Westfield Washington School District Recipe Entry Form ~Healthy Asian Fusion Recipe~

Open to All Elementary School Students!

Return to your teacher or the office by Friday, January 12th

Teachers: please send to the main office if received.

My recipe is called:____________________________

Student’s Name: Student’s School: Student’s Grade: Teacher’s Name:

List all ingredients and exact amounts of the ingredients here:

List the “method” or exactly how to make this dish. Make sure to include the number of servings your recipe creates. (If you need more room, attach and staple another piece of paper to this form.)

WWS students in grades 1—8 don’t miss out on… “ROCK SCHOOL”

ROCK SCHOOL hosted by Coach Jake Gilbert, Athletic Performance Coach Tavio Henson, & several WHS & WMS coaches

from various sports. Rock School will focus on agility, speed training, running technique, flexibility, mobility, and core strengthening.

ROCK SCHOOL ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT

WWS boys and girls in grades 1 through 8 are encouraged to join our Westfield athletic development program guaranteed to improve all athletes. This after-school program is for all kids, regardless of age or sport. Rock School is offered in two sessions and will meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. unless school is canceled or released early. Grades 6 – 8 meet in the High

School Weight Room and MPIF. Grades 1 – 5 meet in the WIS Gymnasium. Sign up for both sessions!

Come join us after school on Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Session I: January 4—February 1, 2018 Session II: March 13—March 27, 2018

February 13—March 1, 2018 April 10—May 10, 2018

*Rock School is cancelled if school is cancelled, but on if school is delayed.

Cost: $60 for one session or $100 for both sessions (sibling discount: pay for two children, additional siblings are free)

Payment is due with enrollment on day 1. If you don’t preregister, you can pay at the door.

(Scholarship assistance available upon request to Coach Jake Gilbert at gilbertj@wws.k12.in.us)

Location: WHS Weight Room or WIS Gymnasium Attire: T-shirt, shorts, socks, gym shoes

Inquiries: Coach Jake Gilbert (317) 625-1722 or gilbertj@wws.k12.in.us

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Rocks School Athletic Development – After School Camp. Complete this tear off portion and attach a check made payable to Westfield

Washington Schools. Mail to Westfield Washington Schools, 1143 E 181 Street, Westfield, IN 46074 Attn: SSP

Student’s Name: __________________________ T-Shirt Size:___________ Student’s Grade_______ Session 1___ Session 2___ Both___

Student’s Name: __________________________ T-Shirt Size:___________ Student’s Grade_______ Session 1___ Session 2___ Both___

Student’s Name: __________________________ T-Shirt Size:___________ Student’s Grade_______ Session 1___ Session 2___ Both___

Parent Name:__________________________________________ Address:______________________________________________________

City:________________________________ State:______ Zip Code:___________ E-mail Address:__________________________________

Primary Phone:______________________ Work Phone: __________________________ Cell Phone:__________________________ AUTHORIZED CONTACTS AND PICK UP NUMBERS: (Other than listed above)

Please provide two local adults who could be reached during camp hours if parent/guardian is not available:

Name: ____________________________________ Relationship: _________________________ Phone: ______________________________

Name: ____________________________________ Relationship: _________________________ Phone: ______________________________

HEALTH RECORDS:

Student’s Physician: _________________________ Physician’s Phone:____________________ Hospital Preference: ___________________

Important health information:__________________________________________________________________________________________