As we progress through the rest of this year, I would like to take this opportunity to reinforce the importance of effective communication between the school and our valued parents/guardians.

At Whitesville, we are committed to fostering an environment where collaboration between educators and families flourishes. We firmly believe that open and transparent communication is vital for the holistic development and success of our students.

To further strengthen our communication channels and ensure that you are well-informed about your child's progress, school events, and important announcements, we have implemented the following measures:

1. Weekly Hoots: Our school will continue to send out our newsletters to provide you with updates on school activities, achievements, and upcoming events. Please ensure that your contact information is up-to-date to receive these newsletters promptly.

2. Parent-Teacher Conferences: We encourage active participation in parent-teacher conferences as they offer a valuable opportunity to discuss your child's academic performance, strengths, and areas for improvement. These conferences can be scheduled at your convenience by contacting your child's teacher.

3. Digital Platforms: We utilize various digital platforms such as Facebook, the WES website, and Rooms to share important announcements, assignments, and resources. We encourage you to familiarize yourselves with these platforms to stay connected with your child's educational journey.

4. Feedback Mechanisms: Your feedback is invaluable to us. We have established channels for you to share your suggestions, concerns, and feedback regarding any aspect of our school's operations. Whether through surveys, suggestion boxes, or direct communication with school administration, we welcome your input.

We believe that by working together, we can provide the best possible support for your child's academic, social, and emotional growth. Your active involvement and participation are instrumental in creating a positive and enriching school experience for our students.

Should you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns regarding our communication channels or any other matter, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to assist you in any way we can.

Thank you for your continued trust and partnership in your child's education.

We will be the best elementary school in the state!

Thank you!

#SOARingtogether

B. Gantt

Our mission is to cultivate a caring community that utilizes a multitude of teaching and learning experiences to prepare children for their next adventure.

1. We believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, valued, and appreciated.
2. We believe that all children deserve a high quality education.
3. We believe in collaboration and making connections.

Staying Safe

Owning Your Actions

Acting Responsibly

Respecting Everyone & Everything

Friday, February 16: Teacher Work Day - No school for students

Monday, February 19: Presidents' Day - School and Offices Closed

Tuesday, February 20: Spring Pictures

Monday, February 26: SIC Meeting

Thursday, February 29: Boosterthon Kick-Off Day

Thursday, March 6: Early Release Day

Thursday, March 7: PTO Board Meeting

Friday, March 8: Boosterthon Fun Run!

Thursday, March 14: PTO Meeting

Thursday, March 14: End of 3rd Quarter

Friday, March 15: Teacher Work Day

Thursday, March 21: Report Cards Sent Home

All students in grades K-12 who are determined to have limited English proficiency - based upon the completion of a Home Language Survey and the initial assessment of their English proficiency - must take ACCESS for ELLs® or Alternate ACCESS each spring.

The testing window for ACCESS for ELLs® or Alternate ACCESS began on January 22 and goes through March 8, 2024.

If you have any questions regarding ACCESS for ELLs® or Alternate ACCESS, please contact Ms. Debbie Gallagher @ gallagherd@bcsdschools.net.

Every month WES students will learn about a character word. This month, the word of the month is Kindness & Compassion.

Kindness & Compassion means being courteous, considerate, and helpful to others. The platinum rule: find out how others would like to be treated, and treat them accordingly. Our Wise Owls will learn what sympathy looks like and sounds like, and understand the importance of showing sympathy and concern for others.

Ask your child who has been kind to them. Ask your child who has been compassionate to them.

Be sure to check your child's Thursday Folder on February 15th for our clubs sign up information. Our clubs will be first come, first serve, and some will be for specific grade levels.

• 3-5th Grade Chorus
• 4-5th Grade Student Ambassadors
• Basketball Club
• Chess Club
• Kickball Club
• Lego Club
• Pickleball Club
• Spanish Club
• Zentangle Club

“South Carolina Compulsory Attendance Law requires that a parent or guardian shall require his child to attend regularly a public or private school or kindergarten of this State which has been approved by the State Board of Education, a member school of the South Carolina Independent Schools and Association, a member school of the South Carolina Association of Christian Schools, or some similar organization, or a parochial, denominational, or church-related school, or other programs which have been approved by the State Board of Education f rom the school year in which the child is five years of age before September first until the child attains his seventeenth birthday or graduates from high school.”

We love our Volunteers! Please make sure to complete the BCSD Volunteer Clearance Check at https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/Nzplbi1VUw== in order to volunteer!

Do you have a bachelor's degree? You could be a teacher in Berkeley County!

There will be two alternative certification info sessions for prospective teachers. The first session will be held virtually on October 18 at 6 p.m., and the second will be on November 1 at 4:30 p.m. at our main office in Moncks Corner.

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