Willow Grove Elementary Connect Ed
Week of May 6th, 2024
Week of May 6th, 2024
SAFETY REMINDERS
As we strive to maintain a safe environment for our students, this is a reminder to everyone of the importance of supervision during pick-up times.
Ensuring the safety of our students is our top priority, and part of that responsibility involves keeping a close eye on them, especially during transitional periods like pick-up. It has come to our attention that some students have been running around and playing during this time, which poses potential risks to their safety and the safety of others.
To mitigate any potential hazards, it is requested all parents/guardians ensure their children are under supervision and refrain from engaging in activities that may lead to accidents or injuries during pick-up. Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated and contributes to maintaining a secure and orderly environment for everyone.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR MATH OLYMPIADS!
Congratulations to our 4th and 5th graders who participated in the Math Olympiads this year! 32 students were awarded certificates at our last Friday Flag. We are very proud of our Grizzly mathematicians! Thank you to Foundation for sponsoring this activity!
2024-25 ESS INTEREST APPLICATION
There is a new, centralized application management system for families interested in applying for before and/or after school program services through Extended Student Services (ESS). If you are interested in the program for the upcoming 2024-25 school year, please visit the ESS webpage for the latest information on the lottery draw and enrollment timeline. If you need help submitting an interest application or have questions about the ESS program, please send a message to enrollment-ess@powayusd.com.
SPRING MUSIC CONCERTS
Come and join us for our end-of-the year music celebrations. Please see below for more information.
5TH GRADE BAND & ORCHESTRA CONCERT
Hope to see you there to celebrate the incredible work of our 5th graders!
PARENT EDUCATION WORKSHOPS
Please see below for an upcoming parent workshops.
UPCOMING EVENTS
5/21- TK, 1, 2, 3 Music Concerts
5/22- School Site Council Meeting
5/22- 5th Grade Band/Orchestra Concert
5/23- STEAM Night
5/24- Grizzly Book Talk
5/27- Memorial Day (No School)
5/30- College Field Day
5/31- 5th Grade Picnic
6/4- High School Clap Out
6/5- 5th Grade Promotion
6/6- Last Day of School
News from the PTA
TEACHER/STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK STARTS TOMORROW!
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week starts tomorrow! Please help us celebrate our amazing teachers and staff from May 6th to May 10th. Please see the suggested themes for the week.
FIESTA LUNCHEON FOR STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK!
Thank you so very much for contributing towards our May 10th Fiesta Luncheon. The PTA is so fortunate to have such amazing families like you who continue to support us in appreciating the teachers and staff. There was an enormous influx of donations and sign ups this week and we have now surpassed our fundraising goal!!! All additional funds raised will go towards extra treats for the teachers and decor for the event.
It's our last staff appreciation luncheon for the school year and I want you to know we wouldn't have been able to show the faculty how special they are and how much love we have for them without everyone's contributions this year. I am so thankful for your support!
Hannah Morris
Staff Luncheon Chair
TEACHER/STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK - MAY 6TH TO 10TH
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week is almost here! Please help us celebrate our amazing teachers and staff from May 6th to May 10th. Please see the suggested themes for the week.
STEAM NIGHT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
STEAM Night is coming back to Willow Grove, a joint event hosted by the PTA and Educational Foundation! Mark your calendars for this awesome event for Thursday May 23rd from 5:30 to 7:30pm.
The PTA will have STEM exhibits, presentations, and hands-on displays in the Quad, while the Educational Foundation will proudly represent students' artwork in the MPR, and showcase their work from the art program they fund.
PTA is looking for parents to run STEM booths that provide hands-on experiences and learning for the students! If you are interested in setting up a booth, or would like to volunteer at the event, please contact our STEAM Night Chair, Prabal Datta at: pdatta39@gmail.com
COME VOLUNTEER AT COLLEGE FIELD DAY!
Our end of the year celebration, College Field Day, will be held on Thursday, May 30th. We are looking for lots of volunteers to help make the event successful. We’ve split the sign-up into two shifts, but please feel free to sign up for both. Only volunteers will be allowed on campus for the event. Thank you for helping us make this a great day for all of our Grizzlies!
College Field Day Co-Chairs,
Lindsey Radoff & Jennifer Berman
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT 5TH GRADE PROMOTION
The 5th grade committee is in need of volunteers to help at promotion. Please consider signing up!
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SCIENCE OLYMPIAD AT WILLOW GROVE?
Science Olympiad is a national K-12 STEM education non-profit on a mission to inspire students to pursue STEM pathways and to support teachers and coaches. Science Olympiad Events take advantage of the natural curiosity of each child, and allow for in-depth hands-on experiences across various science disciplines. These programs are designed to utilize ordinary classroom and household supplies and materials. We want to hear from you … are you interested in bringing the Science Olympiad to Willow Grove? We are looking for students to participate, as well as parents to volunteer their time to coach. Please fill out our brief survey below if interested. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Neha Gupta at neha02gupta@gmail.com
News from the Willow Grove Educational Foundation
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
Thank you, Willow Grove community, for all your support during our spring event. It was a beautiful night to remember for parents and Willow Grove staff! Many thanks to all who participated in our auction, took time to volunteer, donate items to class baskets, and to our wonderful sponsors. Our event was a success because of your support!
Thank you to our wonderful event chairs Michelle Becker & Alli Cox, for their hard work & planning!
AUCTION WINNINGS!
Did you win something during our Spring Auction & need to collect your item(s)? Please contact our Spring Gala Auction Chairs Carly Frasco at carlyfrasco@gmail.com OR Trina Serrano at Trinacserrano@gmail.com. Thank you for your support!!
SCHOOL SUPPLY KITS ARE BACK!!
Can you believe it, our back to school student kits are officially online and ready for purchase!!
We have teamed up with EduKits for the upcoming school year. Have your child's school supply kit waiting for them in class on their first day of school! The opportunity to purchase all the supplies your child(ren) need to succeed, in a few easy clicks. Avoid the lines and save some time! Our wonderful teachers have personally curated each school supply kit! Each grade has selected the items needed to aide in their curriculum. This is your one stop shop!*Please place your order by June 26th!
A portion of each kit purchased goes directly to WGEF to fund programs like PE, Music, Art, Impact Teachers and much more.
LAST CALL- STEAM NIGHT BANNER ENTRIES DUE MAY 6TH!!!
STEAM night is approaching, and the Willow Grove Educational Foundation’s art program is looking to feature YOU! Submit your design for this year’s STEAM night banner (featuring all the aspects of STEAM) by May 6 to sarah.gribbin.grant@gmail.com to enter the school-wide competition. All ages and grades are welcome to join the call for this year’s resident artist(s)! The winner will be announced by May 13th and their design will be printed on the banner welcoming everyone to STEAM night in the WG lobby. Happy designing and GOOD LUCK!
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Principal, Willow Grove Elementary School
14727 Via Azul, San Diego, CA 92127
(858) 674-6300
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