June 11, 2026

As we send out our final Bobcat Beat on the last day of school, we want to thank our students, families, and staff for an incredible year of learning, growth, and community. This week was filled with celebrations that reflected the spirit, hard work, and joy that defined our school year—from our PAWS Parties and Promotion Ceremony to the always-anticipated 5th Grade vs. Staff Kickball Game, 4th vs. 5th Grade Capture the Flag, and so many other memorable moments.

To our 5th graders and families who are closing their elementary school chapter, we wish you all the best as you begin your middle school journey. We are so proud of all you have accomplished and cannot wait to see what the future holds for you. Remember: Once a Bobcat, Always a Bobcat!

As summer begins, we hope every family enjoys a season filled with fun, adventure, relaxation, and time together. Thank you for your partnership and support throughout the year. Have a wonderful, safe, and well-deserved summer break—we look forward to welcoming our Bobcats back in the fall!

While we are taking a break for summer, we will continue to use our dismissal car tags again in late August -- please do NOT throw out your car tag. Stash it in your glove compartment for safe keeping, and we'll use it again soon!

While we're excited to celebrate the close of this school year, we're already busy preparing for an amazing start to the 2026–2027 school year.

Please be sure to mark important August dates on your calendar. Additional details and back-to-school information will be shared throughout the summer. It's important to note:

• We're returning to "Sneak a Peek" to see your child's classroom and do a "meet the teacher" before the first day of school
• We're returning to an Open house event during the first week of school that is a caregiver-only event to learn more about the year's curriculum.

Save the Date for...

• August 27 @2:30 - Sneak-a-Peek Family Event
• September 1 @6:30 - Back to School Night - Caregivers Only
• September 2 @6:30 - Back to School Night - Caregivers Only

Our office will be open Monday - Thursday 8-4pm. Due to vacation and lunch schedules, please contact Mrs. Zoretic (jzoretic@wcasd.net or 484 266 1602) if you're planning to visit the office to ensure that someone will be available when you arrive.

Didn’t get one? Don’t worry! You can still order your yearbook through TreeRing. Order today, and it will be shipped directly to your home.

In WCASD’s full-day kindergarten, learning begins with play. Through hands-on, play-based experiences, children build language skills, confidence, creativity, and friendships while learning how to work together and try new things.

It’s a joyful foundation that supports your child’s growth today and sets them up for success in the years ahead. We can’t wait to welcome your family to the WCASD Way!

We need your help! It’s never too early to start planning how you want to be involved in all the fun activities the PTO puts on for our Bobcats next school year. Take a look at the available opportunities and sign-up here!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Meghan Kazanjian at meghankaz@gmail.com

Earning money for our school has never been easier! All you need to do is download the Box Tops app, create an account, and scan your grocery receipt. Easy and quick! Last year we earned $500 from Box Tops for Fern Hill!

We love having our families volunteer throughout the building. In order to volunteer, adults are required to have their clearances on file with us. Clearances can take 4-6 weeks to acquire, so please be sure to get the process started if you're looking to volunteer this Fall.

• Fern Hill Website
• PTO Website
• Vacation Approval Request Form

• FHE: Kindergarten Lunch Duty
• FHE: 1st Grade Lunch Duty

Principal

Email: jsouthmayd@wcasd.net
Website: https://www.wcasd.net/fhe
Location: 915 Lincoln Avenue, West Chester, PA, USA
Phone: 484 266 1600
Twitter: @FernHillES