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W.E.stchester Weekly

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News from the Principal

Greetings WE Families,

It has been a great week back in our routines. What an exciting day today was. We welcomed our rising Kindergarten students and parents. There is always so much joy in starting this journey in “big” school.


We are looking forward to our student-led conferences next week. This is my favorite Westchester tradition! It is two incredible days of our students sharing their learning. There is so much pride in being able to showcase their learning with their special people. The students and staff have been working so hard to prepare. You are in for a real treat!

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Don't forget to mark your calendars for these upcoming Westchester events:

  • April 21st: Student-led Conferences AM-1st grade; PM - 2nd Grade

  • April 22nd: Student-led Conferences AM - Kindergarten

  • April 24th: Community Circle - all invited

  • May 1st: Field Day


From your very grateful principal,

Christine Knox

Calendar of Events Calendar of Events

Stay engaged and up to date with CSD. Mark your calendars for the following dates

  • Dr. Whitaker's Listening Sessions:

    • April 28 (DHA)

    • May 5 (WE) (updated)

    • May 14 (online)

  • Board of Education Meetings:

    • April 27 - Community Meeting

    • May 12 - General Meeting

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AAPI Heritage month
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Celebrating Our Diverse Heritage: Help Us Get to Know Your Family Better

Dear Westchester Families,

At our school, we know that the term "Asian" covers a vast, vibrant, and incredibly diverse range of histories, languages, and traditions. While "Asian American" or "Asian" is a helpful category for some things, it doesn't quite capture the specific beauty of a Lunar New Year celebration in a Vietnamese household versus a Diwali feast in an Indian one, or the unique traditions of a Hmong, Filipino, or Korean family.

To ensure our school community is truly inclusive and that every student feels seen, we want to move beyond broad labels. We are reaching out to invite you to share the specific cultural heritage(s) your family identifies with.

Why are we asking?

Our goal is to move from "general inclusion" to intentional celebration. Knowing more about your background helps us:

  • Accurately represent your traditions in our curriculum and school events.

  • Communicate more effectively (and sometimes in preferred languages).

  • Connect families who share similar heritages or interests.

  • Celebrate holidays that actually matter to your home life.


We understand that identity is personal and sometimes complex. Please know that sharing this information is completely optional, but your voice is vital in helping us build a school culture that feels like home for everyone.

Thank you for being part of our community and for helping us learn.

Warmly,

Westchester Elementary

Please Share Your Heritage
We’ve kept this simple. If you have a moment, please fill out this short form so we can know more about your family.

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Field Day Volunteers Needed! Field Day Volunteers Needed!

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What are you waiting for? Volunteer for Field Day today!

LSOS presents their annual Children's Book Festval LSOS presents their annual Children's Book Festval

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Find out who is coming!

District News District News

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Read the April 16, 2026, issue of CSD Weekly, the district-wide newsletter.

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Community Events Community Events

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Newsletters are posted on the Website!

Check here for Westchester newsletters.

Reminders💡 Reminders💡

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School Lunch Policy: Please be sure to maintain a positive lunch balance for your child. This will help us avoid any unexpected lunch changes for students. Check your Parent Portal frequently to make sure your child has adequate funds for the cafeteria. You may also find the Parent Portal app (for Apple or Android) to be more convenient.

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Westchester Elementary School

Who to Contact: Please see who the best contact is for your questions for a quicker response.
Website: https://westchester.csdecatur.net/
Location: 758 Scott Boulevard, Decatur, GA, USA
Phone: 404-370-4400
PTA: https://westchester.ptboard.com/

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