Windsong Elementary

Dear Windsong Ranch Elementary Families,

Whether you were eating (or cooking!) a Thanksgiving feast, watching football, shopping, or a little of it all, I hope you enjoyed time with family and friends this past week. I can't believe we will already be into December when we return. These next 3 weeks will fly by because they are filled with so much learning and fun. December to Remember staff dress up days start Monday and we would love to see our students join in on the fun!

Enjoy the weekend and we'll see you Monday morning!

Together we Prosper,

Michelle Qualls

December

1-19: December to Remember Dress Up Days

2-3: 2nd Grade CogAT testing

4: 4th Grade CogAT testing

9: Parent Listening Circle, 8am, sign up and details coming soon

11: Reading Under the Stars, 5- 6:30pm

11: Choir Concert, 6pm

View the full calendar for Windsong Ranch Elementary here

This season brings sports events, arts & crafts fairs and holiday performances your whole family can enjoy! Keep in touch with our weekly newsletter.

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Prosper ISD will administer the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) to second and fourth grade students district-wide in December. The CogAT is a norm-referenced, standardized test measuring learned reasoning and problem-solving skills in three different areas: verbal, quantitative, and nonverbal. Reasoning skills develop gradually throughout a person's lifetime and at different rates for different individuals. CogAT result information is used by teachers to better understand a student’s ability in relation to his or her achievement.

There is no need to prepare for this test. You can support your child by making sure they are rested and well-fed on the day of the test.

Our campus will test on the following dates:

2nd Grade: December 2nd and 3rd

4th Grade: December 4th

Results will be shared with you in early January.

The PD has shared the following information with us and we wanted to pass it along to our families. These violations are ticket-able and have been enforced over the last few weeks. Please be aware and properly secure children so they stay safe, healthy and happy. Thanks so much for your cooperation in keeping our Windsong Ranch students safe

Texas Occupant Restraint Laws, Transportation Code

Chapter 545. Operation and Movement of Vehicles
§ 545.412. Child Passenger Safety Seat Systems; Offense.

In the State of Texas, all children under the age of 8 must be secured in a child passenger safety seat system unless they are taller than 4 feet 9 inches at all times the vehicle is in motion.

Key Regulations

1. Infants and Toddlers (Birth to 2 Years): Children should ride in a rear-facing car seat until they are at least two years old or until they reach the maximum height or weight limit set by the car seat manufacturer.

1. Children Ages 2 to 4: Once they outgrow the rear-facing seat, children should use a forward-facing car seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height limit allowed by the car seat manufacturer.

1. Children Ages 4 to 8: Children who exceed the limits for a forward-facing car seat should transition to a belt-positioning booster seat. They should remain in a booster seat until the vehicle seat belt fits properly, which typically occurs when they reach 4 feet 9 inches in height and are between 8 and 12 years old.

1. General Requirement: It is illegal to transport a child under 8 years old in a passenger vehicle without securing them in a child safety seat or booster seat, unless they are taller than 4 feet 9 inches.

Guidance Lessons

Mrs. Stenson will complete guidance lessons with 2nd and 3rd grade during the week of December 1-5. Our focus during the month of December is on appreciation of differences, caring for others, and positive self concept.

Click here for Nurse Palmer's notes on sore throats and how to stop the spread of germs.

Right before the break, our students in 2nd - 5th grade put their spelling skills to the test in our campus Spelling Bee. After 13 intense rounds between 20 students, 4th grade student Eli J emerged as our Spelling Bee Champion. We are excited for him to represent WRE in the district Spelling Bee.

Prior to the break, our 5th graders had the opportunity to cultivate relationships with our kinder students. They read books at the Book Fair, then guided them in creating their wish lists. We love seeing our older students step into leadership with such heart!

Art teacher, Mrs. Greer, brought our staff together to share her creativity. With her guidance, we made beautiful ornaments and small bowls. We not only tapped into our creative side, we all had a chance to relax and connect with one another.

We are grateful to all the families who joined us for our Grandparents and Special Friends lunch and supported our Book Fair. Your presence and participation brought so much joy to our students!

UPCOMING EVENTS

12/3 - Abbott's Frozen Custard Spirit Night 5p-9p

12/9 - Torchy's Tacos Spirit Night 5p-9p

12/18 - Menchies Spirit Day - ALL DAY

SPIRIT WEAR STORE:

The WRE PTO Spirit Wear link is live and ready for your order! Choose the PICK UP option and the PTO will send home your order with your student once it is ready. Windsong Ranch Elementary Spirit Wear – The Shirt Lady

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Help your child enjoy their special day with a Birthday Gram!

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