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Fall Fest is coming soon! Fall Fest is coming soon!

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News from the Principal

Greetings WE Families,


This has been a busy week back after what was a quiet Fall Break. I hope you enjoyed the time away, but also the comfort of returning to a routine. It has been great to see so many of you as you attend your Parent-Teacher conference. We look forward to having you in the building over the next two weeks.


I wanted to point you in the direction of the FAQs on the new Early Childhood Learning Center (ECLC) on the district website here. There have been questions that have come up, and I want to be sure you have the information. The Fall Listening sessions are coming up as well. This is always a beneficial way to stay informed.


As you know, safety is always a priority. You will receive a flyer in your child's communication folder this week that shares the Standard Response Protocols that are used across the CSD schools. This is helpful to know, so you are aware of the language we use to discuss safety procedures and drills here at school.


Mark your calendars for these upcoming events.

  • September 29-October 10: Parent-Teacher Conferences

  • October 2, 5:30 p.m., DHA Community Resource Center- Superintendent's Fall Listening Session,

  • October 9, 5:30 p.m., Talley St.- Superintendent's Fall Listening Session

  • October 18, 2:00 p.m. PTA Fall Festival

  • October 22nd, 12:50 p.m.: Early Release


From your very grateful principal,

Christine Knox



2nd Grade Art Fun! 🎨 2nd Grade Art Fun! 🎨

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Calendar of Events Calendar of Events

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Hispanic Heritage Month 🪅

Hola familia!

On September 15th we started a month of celebration for all Hispanic people who live in the United States. We celebrate our heritage, the significant presence and influence of Hispanics in our society, and our broad spectrum of traditions and culture.


Here is the link to the video shared at the last Community Circle where you can meet students with Hispanic roots at Westchester. We encourage you to explore and to join us to celebrate “The Hispanic Heritage Month” in some way! How? There are many ways to celebrate! Here are just a few of them:


Check the calendar for these events!

  • In Decatur, Events Calendar and Gwinnett (Plaza Las Americas)
  • Around Atlanta: Atlanta Events
  • Other ways to celebrate!

Listen to Music

A great way to teach children about Hispanic culture is by exposing them to music in Spanish. Choose age-appropriate music or music by key figures in Spanish music or just sing along with the 21 Speaking countries' song in Rockalingua (username and password: westchester).

Get into the Kitchen

Food is always something that reminds people of home. Hispanic culture has a plethora of cuisines to enjoy from every Hispanic culture. Parents can get into the kitchen with their children and prepare recipes from diverse Hispanic cultures. Another option is to eat at a Hispanic restaurant and try something new. Nowadays, it is easy to find Mexican tacos in the Metropolitan Atlanta area, Argentinian empanadas, and El Salvadorian pupusas. Try the favorite sandwich of Sra. Rodés: Cuban sandwiches. Very close to us, here at 1365 Clairmont Rd we can find ”Buena gente”, a Cuban take out. Metro Atlanta has some amazing Mexican restaurants; here are some favorites. Plaza Fiesta’s restaurants offer lots of options for Latin American cuisine. Buford Highway also has some great options.

Read Spanish or Bilingual Books

Books and stories often tell a story that reflects the background of a certain culture. You can read Spanish language or bilingual books to your children to learn more about various Hispanic cultures. We are developing a virtual Spanish library here.


Have a great Hispanic Heritage Month celebration! Celebremos juntos!


With appreciation,

Señora Rodés

Spanish teacher-WE

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Counselor's Corner Counselor's Corner

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A Season of Giving

A Season of Giving is made possible through the generous spirit of neighbors helping neighbors. This ensures that our community’s children and seniors in need experience the joy of the holidays with gifts matched to their wishes. Email aseasonofgivingdecatur@gmail.com with questions.


Need assistance this holiday season? Apply here.

Click here more information on getting assistance or helping others!

News from the Media Center News from the Media Center

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Decatur Book Festival is happening this weekend! Decatur Book Festival is happening this weekend!

We are thrilled to let you know that the 20th Anniversary Decatur Book Festival will take place October 3-4, 2025 in the heart of Decatur!


This year’s festival is packed with children’s author programs, family-friendly fun, and educational activities designed to inspire young readers. Highlights include our Children’s Parade, Storyland Fun Zone, Tales for Tots, and an unforgettable Kidnote event with bestselling author Angie Thomas. The Kidnote is free and open to the public, but advance registration is recommended.


You can explore the full schedule on our website: decaturbookfestival.com or check out our latest newsletter for program highlights. We've finally reached the coveted "-ber" months, and we're hoping for cooler days and cozier reads! Why not spend a few of the longer evenings at your favorite bookshop with an author or a craft... or a puppet? Read below to see what we have going on this month:

More Author Event! More Author Event!

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Did you know more authors are visiting Decatur after the Book Festival this weekend? Yes they are! Check it out! Jeff Kinney, Dav Pilkey and several local authors will be in town - check it out. Click on the pictures above!

Book Fair Coming Soon! Book Fair Coming Soon!

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Book Fair Sign Up coming soon! Book Fair Sign Up coming soon!

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PTA News PTA News

Sign up to volunteer at the Fall Festival! Sign up to volunteer at the Fall Festival!

The PTA is excited to host the 2nd annual Westchester Fall Festival! We need your help in making it a wonderful afternoon for all of our Westchester wolves and families. Please consider volunteering 30 minutes of your time at the festival. Thank you!

Click here to sign up for the Fall Fest on October 18th!
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District News District News

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Read the October 2, 2025, issue of CSD Weekly, the district-wide newsletter

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Newsletters are posted on the Website!

Check here for Westchester newsletters.

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Reminders

School Lunch Policy: Please be sure to maintain a positive lunch balance for your child. This will help us avoid any unexpected lunch changes for students. Check your Parent Portal frequently to make sure your child has adequate funds for the cafeteria. You may also find the Parent Portal app (for Apple or Android) to be more convenient.

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Westchester Elementary School

Who to Contact: Please see who the best contact is for your questions for a quicker response.
Website: https://westchester.csdecatur.net/
Location: 758 Scott Boulevard, Decatur, GA, USA
Phone: 404-370-4400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westchesterelementarycsd

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