A Week Ahead
Week of 11/9/2026
Dear WIS Families,
Thank you for your engagement and partnership throughout this week’s conferences. It was wonderful to welcome so many families into the building and have the opportunity to connect around your children’s growth, progress, and experiences. These conversations remind us how important the home-school partnership is, and we look forward to all that the next trimester of learning will bring!
Next week, we have two meaningful occasions to recognize at WIS: Veterans Day and World Kindness Day. We are especially excited to welcome 16 veterans to our school as we recognize and honor their service, along with the many others who have worked and sacrificed to protect our freedoms. We look forward to sharing pictures of this special day with you next Friday!
While these occasions may seem different, they share an important connection to the work we do every day at WIS: building a community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Veterans Day reminds us of the importance of service, commitment, and caring for something greater than ourselves. World Kindness Day offers an opportunity to recognize the everyday actions that help others feel valued, included, and respected. Both reinforce the importance of looking beyond ourselves, appreciating others, and contributing positively to our community.
These are lessons we work to nurture in our students each day as we build a school community grounded in kindness, respect, and belonging.
We hope you enjoy a wonderful weekend!
Kindly,
Jen
Fall assessment reports will be available as follows:
NWEA Math: Grades 1–8
NWEA Reading (ELA): Grades 3–8
DIBELS8 Reading: Grades K–3
Additional applicable reports, including Smarter Balanced, NGSS Science, and progress reports/report cards, may also be available. New reports will be added throughout the school year.
How to Access Reports: Click here for step-by-step Portfolio+ Parent Instructions.
Please Note: Reports are accessible only through a web browser, not the PowerSchool app. A desktop or laptop computer is recommended for the best viewing experience. For assistance accessing PowerSchool, please contact helpdesk@westonps.org.
Dolly Carton Was a Big Hit!
The Harlem Wizards Stopped in During Lunch
Calling all student artists!
The Housatonic Resources Recovery Authority (HRRA) is hosting its Annual Billboard Recycling Contest with this year’s theme: “I RECYCLE! DO YOU?” Students are invited to create artwork that inspires our community to take action, protect our environment, and practice proper recycling. Winning designs will be featured on regional billboards, giving local students a chance to see their artwork displayed for thousands to see! Official templates HERE and contest guidelines are available through this HRRA link.
All entries must be completed on the official template and returned to your teacher or school main office by Monday, November 16, 2026. Each teacher will be given official cardstock templates for their students. Let’s show our community how our school recycles right!
Students may ask their teachers for the proper flyer or click this link and print a copy of the HRRA flyer. We are looking forward to some great art!
If you have any questions please contact Crystal Brooks by email at crystalbrooks@westonps.org.
