W.E.stchester Weekly

Greetings WE Families,

It was such a great time at the Holi Festival on Saturday. The weather was wonderful, and the children and adults enjoyed celebrating Spring. Now we just need our weather to cooperate for our Family Picnic this weekend. The Book Fair is up and running. I am hearing many conversations about the book titles that the children are looking forward to reading.

Welcome to Ms. Julia McDaniel, our New School Health Aide. She is a great fit for our clinic, and our students have already gotten to know her. She is settling into our Westchester Crew.

We have had an amazing Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week. The WE Crew is truly spoiled by our parents and families. Thank you so much for supporting us in the many ways that you all do.

Don't forget to mark your calendars for these upcoming Westchester events:

• March 18-24th: Book Fair (Open Saturday)

• March 21st: Family Picnic

• March 25th: Early Release

• March 27th: Community Circle

From your very grateful principal,

Christine Knox

Stay engaged and up to date with CSD. Mark your calendars for the following dates

• Dr. Whitaker's Winter Listening Session:

• April 28 (DHA)

• May 5 (WE) (updated)

• May 14 (online)

• Board of Education Meetings:

• March 25 - Community Meeting

• April 14 - General Meeting

• April 27 - Community Meeting

• May 12 - General Meeting

The picnic is from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday on the field near the playground. People can bring blankets, and they need to provide their own lunches and drinks. And the book fair will be open!

A massive thank you to Anne Haist for organizing the week's events and also to our PTA and all the parents who contributed to Teacher Appreciation Week. Your generosity kept us fueled, inspired, and smiling all week long. We have the best school community around! 🍎✨

Read the March 19, 2026, issue of CSD Weekly, the district-wide newsletter.

Please take a moment this week to make your voice heard and participate in the Georgia Department of Education climate survey for your school! Your participation and feedback are greatly appreciated. The data collected will help determine the School Climate Star Ratings for the 2026-27 school year, which will enable schools to improve or build upon their successes.

Westchester Elementary School Family Survey

It’s time to grow those home libraries! We are thrilled to announce that our Spring Book Fair is officially open in partnership with our favorite local bookstore, Little Shop of Stories. This spring we are trying out a smaller-sized book fair at the school. Therefore, I wanted to share with you how you can select any book you are looking to purchase and benefit our school!

This is the perfect opportunity to snag those high-interest chapter books, beautiful picture books, or even the latest graphic novels—all while supporting Westchester Elementary.

How to Shop and Support Westchester

In-person shopping is easy, and every single book on the website qualifies for our fundraiser. Whether you’re buying a classic or a new release, your purchase makes a difference.

1. Visit the Website: Go to littleshopofstories.com/schools.

2. Browse & Select: Add your favorite titles to your cart.

3. Enter the Code: At checkout, simply type "Westchester" in the promo code/school code box.

4. Give Back: A portion of all proceeds will go directly toward supporting our school programs and library!

Why Shop the Online Fair?

• Massive Selection: You aren't limited to a small catalog; shop the entire Little Shop of Stories inventory!

• Local Love: You are supporting a wonderful local Decatur business and our school at the same time.

• Convenience: Shop from your couch and have books delivered right to your door (or choose in-store pickup).

Note: Please remember to enter the word Westchester at checkout so we get credit for your order!

Thank you for fostering a love of reading in our students and for your continued support of Westchester Elementary.

Happy Reading!

🐾Calling all Bulldog parents! 🐾
Want to help make game days fun, exciting, and memorable while supporting our student-athletes? Join the Decatur Bulldog Boosters (DBB)! From mascot races, toy tosses, and concessions to Friday night lights, alumni relations, and community events, DBB helps bring the Bulldog community together while raising funds and providing support for student-athletes and athletic programs at BHMS and DHS.
Come to our next meeting to learn more about DBB!
📅 Upcoming Meetings:
April 13 at 6:30 PM
May 11 at 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Hospitality Suite, DHS PAC
Help us continue building Bulldog traditions and supporting our athletes—no experience needed, just Bulldog spirit!🐾

A spring-time festival for families and fun is coming to the Winnona Park pavilion this Sunday! With live music from DHS bands, snacks and drinks to purchase, and the opportunity to support future Decatur artistic endeavors, this is the place to be! Entry is free, and all support is appreciated. This is a student-led event designed to connect the broader Decatur community. Show up at 2 pm Sunday the 22nd, ready for a day in the park, rain or shine!

Check here for Westchester newsletters.

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.

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