Wharton Wildcat News

Dear Parents/Guardians,

February is known as heart healthy month. Our PE teacher Ms. Wilson, has organized for our students and families to participate in the heart challenge. Feel free to contact her with any questions or concerns. We are celebrating Black History month. Our students will be participating in a music and storytelling assembly to learn more about the culture. Next week is Kindness Week. During our morning announcements students will be learning about random acts of kindness. At Wharton School, we do promote our students to be kind as well as following our PBIS expectations.

This evening our Wharton Parent Group and staff are looking forward to a family fun event. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and come prepared to dance the night away! The weather is a bit warmer so that means Spring will be approaching soon.

Just a reminder: We are tracking tardies. Every 3rd tardy will result in a detention. We want to support our families in developing appropriate practices. Being on time for school and ready to learn is important. Keep in mind our attendance is monitored by the state.

Breakfast will start daily at 7:20 and 8:20 on Wednesday late starts. We will begin school promptly at 7:50 on regular days and 8:50 on late starts. If a child is late please enter Door #4.

We appreciate your support in the following:

*Making sure your child arrives on time and attends daily.

*Completing all classwork and homework assignments.

*Promoting a love for reading.

Sincerely,

Raquel K. Modiest, Principal

rmodiest@sd104.us

708-458-0640

The students so far have learned the story of Ruby Bridges. This read aloud was shared during morning meeting. It is the story about 6 year old Ruby Bridges. She was the first African American child to attend an all white school in New Orleans during early 1960. She is instrumental in desegregating her elementary school. She became a symbol for showing courage and faith during a challenging time in history.

Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States. He was known for his wisdom, leadership, and ability to navigate the country through its most challenging times.

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. See you tonight...

Kindness week focuses on simple acts of kindness. It helps build stronger communities and focuses on positive everyday life.

The cold weather is here!!! Be sure your child dresses appropriately for school each day. The weather tends to be a little tricky so be sure to have a sweater or jacket just in case we have some quick changes. We also have some jackets, hats and gloves just in case they are needed. Contact the office for more details.

Regular School Hours

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays

7:50 AM (arrival)

2:50 PM (dismissal)

Wednesdays (Late Start)

8:50 AM (arrival)

2:50 PM (dismissal)

Office Hours

August 20th-June 2nd

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Hours: Administrators and Secretaries will be in the buildings from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Breakfast will be available every morning for students.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays starting at 7:20 AM.

Wednesdays at 8:20 AM.

Lunch will be provided daily for all students.

SHIRTS/TOPS:

Students are required to wear a maroon collared polo or dress shirt with long/short sleeves. The polo/dress shirt may be plain or have the district logo. No other logos are allowed. Plain black or white undershirts may be worn under the maroon collared shirt. Shirts must extend to waistline.

Sweaters/Sweatshirts:

Students may wear a plain black or maroon sweater/sweatshirt over their collared school shirt or over a plain white or black undershirt.

PANTS:

Must be black or khaki and worn at the waist. This includes shorts, Capri pants, and skirts. Leggings may be worn, but only when a shirt extending to mid-thigh is worn as well.

SCHOOL SPIRIT FRIDAYS:

Students may wear their Wharton school spirit shirt with jeans every Friday.

Students are expected to wear the appropriate clothing while attending school. All students must comply with the following:

• Student clothing (including accessories) may not advertise, promote, or a picture of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, violent behavior, or other inappropriate images.
• Student clothing (including accessories) may not display lewd, vulgar, obscene, offensive language/symbols nor gang signs.
• Hats, coats, bandanas, and sunglasses may not be worn inside the building, during the school day.
• Dress and accessories that pose a safety hazard are not permitted in the bathrooms and educational classrooms.
• Clothing with holes, rips, or tears, that reveal skin and/or undergarments may not be worn at school.
• The length of shorts or skirts must be appropriate for the school environment.
• Appropriate footwear must be worn at all times. Open-backed footwear is not permitted.

Students clothing that causes a substantial disruption of the orderly process of school functions or endangers the health or safety of other students, staff, or others may be subject discipline. If there is any doubt about dress and appearance, the building administration will make the final decision.

***Please note the last day of school is Monday, June 1, 2026***

Feb. 13, 2026-Valentine Exchange/Valentine Dance 6-8

Feb. 14, 2026-Valentine's Day

Feb. 16, 2026-No School/President's Day

Feb. 18, 2026-Late Start

Feb. 25, 2026-Late Start

Feb. 26, 2026-Science Show/PBIS Celebration

Feb. 27, 2026-No School/Teacher Institute

Mar. 2, 2026-No School/Pulaski Day

Mar. 4, 2016-Late Start

Mar. 5, 2026-Read Across America at Wharton

Mar. 6, 2026-Report Cards Sent Home

Please make sure your child brings their device and charger on their first day. If their device and/or charger is broke, or lost, a fee will be added to their powerschool account and replaced with a new one.

Kindergarten will recieve an IPad and charger on their first day.

First Grade will be given their device, charger and case on the first day.

Second, Third, and Fourth Grade will need to bring their device and charger from the previous year.

Fifth Grade will need to return their old device with the charger to recieve a new one.

You can call our Main office if you have any questions or concerns.

Main office:

(708)458-0640

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Email: rmodiest@sd104.us
Phone: 708-458-0640