W.E.stchester Weekly

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!
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
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
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
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Reminders💡
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.
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/