Mustang Bulletin

Thank you to everyone who helped us exceed our PTSA membership goal!

Pie the Principals was a huge success!

Help us celebrate our West Wing students at The Mustang Store!

Our store rewards students who demonstrate The West Wing Way, and we can’t do it without your help. Whether you’re able to donate items or spend a little time volunteering on campus to help run the store, every bit makes a huge difference.

Please use the links below to donate or sign up to volunteer. Thank you for making our school community so special!

We are looking for gently used games. If you have any you can donate, please bring them to our office anytime between 7:30-4:00. Thank you!

Monday, September 7th - NO SCHOOL In Honor Of Labor Day

Tuesday September 8th

Day 2 For Specials

7:30-8:30 - Daybreak

3:45-5:15 - Baseball/Softball Practice

Wednesday September 9th

Day 3 For Specials

7:45-8:30 Yearbook Club (Mrs. Coak's Room)

3:30 - Young Rembrandts (Art Room)

3:45 - 7/8 Band Conservatory Club

3:45-5:15 - Baseball/Softball Practice

Thursday September 10th

Day 4 For Specials

7:30-8:30 - Daybreak

3:45-5:15 - Baseball/Softball Practice

Friday September 11th

Day 5 For Specials

FULL DAY OF SCHOOL 3:30 Release

6:00-8:00 Middle School-Back To School Dance

Important Procedures

• 8:45 is the start of our academic day, kids who are not in class at 8:45 will need to report to the office to obtain a late pass.
• After 3:15, no changes to a child's dismissal can be made by phone or in person.
• Please do not text or call your students cell phone during the school day. School phones are available for use with staff permission.
• Attendance is monitored frequently and consistently. Attendance warnings will be sent home for students who are absent more than 10% of days in session or who have accumulated 5+ tardies in relation to the state statue (A.R.S. 15-802 or A.R.S. 15-803).
• If you have a concern or question regarding progress, grades, or behavior, please first go to the child's teacher per our DVUSD Problem Solving Guidance.
• If you are volunteering on campus or attending a classroom event please sign-in and out at the front office. You must have your ID to sign in to our system.

Item Drop-Off Guidelines:

• Emergency health/safety items ONLY MAY be dropped off in the office, including:
  

• Medications (as prescribed and pre-coordinated with the health office)
  

• Glasses or hearing aids
  

• Water bottles

• A Lunch

• Jackets (if weather conditions shift unexpectedly)
  

• Chromebook/Charger

All items must be clearly labeled with the student’s first and last name.

Items That Will NOT be Accepted for Drop-Off:

To preserve instructional time and reduce classroom interruptions, the office will not accept or deliver:

• Homework assignments

• Instruments

• Projects

• Classroom supplies

• PE clothes/Shoes

• Toys/personal items

• Other non-essential materials

We appreciate your partnership and understanding as we work together to create a focused, safe, and productive learning environment for all students.

Sign up below! Our next campus tour is Tuesday, September 8 at 3:45 pm.

All purchases will be rounded up to the nearest dollar, allowing us to

"Share the Fair" with all students.

If you do not want your student to participate, please simply fill out the form below.

Thank you!

https://forms.gle/wo7sUchFMbT3CeaeA

The motto this week is:

I am willing to introduce myself and get to know new people.

Introducing yourself is often the first step toward friendship. While it may seem like a simple skill, it can make a big difference in a student's confidence, sense of belonging, and willingness to connect with others. Even adults can find meeting new people uncomfortable, especially when we worry about how we will be perceived.

Students often feel this too. Sometimes they become so nervous about what others may think that they hold back from saying hello or starting a conversation. That is why learning this skill matters. When children practice introducing themselves and getting to know others, they are developing confidence, courage, and relationship skills that will serve them well throughout life.

Here are two helpful tools you can share with your child:

1. When you approach other students, think, "How can I help?" When students focus on being helpful, they spend less time worrying about what others may think of them. Helping might look like saying hello, offering a smile, introducing someone to a friend, or making space for another person to join in. Focusing on others can make social situations feel much less intimidating.
2. If an awkward silence happens, ask questions. A quiet moment after an introduction is normal. Questions are a simple and effective way to keep the conversation going. When students ask about another person's interests, hobbies, or favorite activities, they show care and curiosity. Those small questions can help turn an awkward moment into a meaningful connection.

"You can't stay in your corner of the Forest waiting for others to come to you. You have to go to them sometimes." -Winnie-the-Pooh, A.A. Milne

Have an excellent week,

Danna Evans

All Things E.Q.

Looking for a fresh start for your child’s education? There’s still time to enroll at West Wing! Our caring, experienced teachers are passionate about helping every student thrive in a safe and encouraging environment. We would love to welcome your family to our community, contact us today to get started!

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