Wasmer Weekly Update
October 20 - October 24
Special Guest - Coach Jeff Tomlin
Our 4th and 5th grade students had the amazing opportunity of listening to Coach Jeff Tomlin talk about the "Big 3 Standards." During Coach Tomlin's "Big 3 Standards" take no talent at all. This means ANYONE can do them. His "3 Big Standards" were: Do your best, do what's write, and treat others with respect. Students were able to give examples of each standard. Coach Tomlin ended his speech with encouraging students to show character that makes others want to be better. Thank you, Coach Tomlin for promoting positive character for our students!
Wasmer Ticket Celebration
Our school hit another huge milestone in our Wasmer tickets--17,655. Our school earned a BUBBLE celebration. Students were able to spend some time of their school day outside just blowing bubbles. Thank you, Wildcats, for being safe, respectful, and responsible!! See our Facebook page for more photos of grade levels!!
Seatbelt Checks
Do not be alarmed on Thursday, October 23rd if you see Grand Island Police Department officers before school starts. They are here to do standard seatbelt checks to ensure safety for everyone in vehicles. Be prepared to stop and roll down your windows for officers.
Fall Family Math Night - THIS FRIDAY from 5.00-6.00pm
UPDATE ON TIME: 5.00-6.00PM.
We will be hosting grade level math games to participate in as a family. We will not be having cars to have a trunk-or-treat, but school appropriate costumes ARE ENCOURAGED! Kids will get candy when participating in math games.
Costumes are not required, but if you do choose to wear a costume, please know that they must be school appropriate (no accessories that could cause harm or not follow school policy) and that faces must be uncovered (this is to ensure safety of being able to identify everyone in the building).
Run Club (4th and 5th Grade)
Dear Wasmer Families:
This year, we will be having the first annual Wasmer Turkey Trot! Very similar to Run Club but for one month students in the 4th and 5th grade can participate in November. It will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:15-3:45.
Each day during the club it will have a theme so students can have fun and dress in special ways to celebrate the thanksgiving season. At the end of the club we will be doing a trot around the school!
Students will meet outside the gym before 3:15 with shoes on ready to go. Then we will stretch and go outside, weather permitting. So dressing appropriately will be necessary.
Our goal in Run Club is three main goals:
Build a love for running through activities and run ways to get moving.
Pushing ourselves past our “Comfort level” through being positive manners.
HAVE FUN.
Because Run Club is a very popular club in the upper grades. If your child misses three straight times in a row for Run Club without telling a teacher. May cause them to lose their spot in Run Club.
If you have any questions about schedule of events or Run Club general information you can always contact Wasmer Elementary and ask for Mr.A
Thank you for your support and LET’S GET TO RUNNING!!!!!!
Themes:
November 4: Wear Orange
November 6: Wear Black
November 10: Wear Red
November 13: Wear your favorite hat!
November 20: Wear White
November 25 (LAST DAY): Dress as a Turkey
Registration forms are due Tuesday, October 21st.
Jump Ropes Available for Purchase
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are excited to announce a new initiative in Wasmer’s physical education program that promotes health
and fitness! As you know, an active lifestyle is beneficial to your child's development. As part of our
curriculum, students will be focusing on improving their jump rope skills as well as many other skills and activities. This unique opportunity will allow your child to practice at home and become more confident with
their jump rope skills. We are offering quality jump ropes for purchase, owning their own size appropriate beaded jump ropes will allow your child to acquire and master new skills and stay active with friends and family.
Details for Jump Rope Purchase:
Fill out and tear off slip below at the bottom of this letter and return it to the office or Mr. Berger
Cost: $ 5.00 (Please bring the exact amount!)
We will accept cash.
Order Deadline: October 24, 2025
By purchasing this jump rope you will be supporting your child's daily habits and activities while also helping our school improve our overall fitness goals. We are confident this opportunity will be an impactful experience for all of our students and their families.
Please do not hesitate to contact me at nberger@gips.org
Thank You for your support,
Wasmer Elementary
Physical Education Teacher
Mr. Berger
Holiday Assistance from Heartland United Way
Register online at https://www.heartlandunitedway.org/holiday-help if you are in need of food or gifts for the holidays. Registration opens on October 1st through November 17 at 5.00pm.
Requirements for registering for assistance:
- Children must be 12 years of age or under and currently live in your household.
- All applicants will be verified and must provide complete information in order to be eligible.
- By applying online, you agree that you will not participate in any other holiday gift assistance program this year. Acceptance letters will sent beginning December 2nd.