Woodlawn Update - 08/20/23

Woodlawn Families,

We had a fantastic start to the school year! The first few days have already proven incredibly rewarding, and the return of familiar faces alongside new ones has filled our halls with renewed energy and enthusiasm.

Your role as a valued member of our school community is integral to the positive atmosphere we strive to create. Your continued involvement reinforces our shared mission of nurturing a dynamic and supportive learning environment.

Please reach out if you need anything! As always, thank you for your partnership.

Jayci Roberson | Principal

Aug 23

• Woodlawn Orange Leaf Fundraiser

Aug 25

• 8:00-8:30 - WL Morning Opener

• 8:00-8:30 - Coffee with the Principal

Sept 1

• 8:00-8:30 - WL Morning Opener

Sept 4

• Labor Day - No School

Sept 6

• Woodlawn PTO Chipotle Fundraiser
• 4:30-5:30 - Site Council (Library)
• 5:45-6:45 - PTO (Staff Lounge)

Sept 12

• Vision & Hearing Screenings
• 5:00-6:00 - First State Bank hosts "Get Smart about Credit and Financial Assistance" at WL

To ensure the safety and well-being of all our students, we kindly request that drop-off for students does not occur before 7:30 am. This is when supervision becomes available.

Also, please use the main entrance for students arriving after 8:00 am. You'll notice a cone placed in front of the K-3 entrance (common's door) as a visual cue that the door is locked.

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated as it helps maintain a safe environment for everyone.

Get your Riverhawk gear and help us celebrate ONE HUNDRED YEARS!

At Woodlawn Elementary, the safety and security of our students, staff, and community are of utmost importance. To maintain a secure learning environment, we have implemented the following visitor policy:

Visitor Check-In Procedure: All visitors, including parents, guardians, and volunteers, must check in at the main office upon arrival. This check-in process involves obtaining a visitor badge, which must be worn on campus.

Purpose of Check-In: This policy is in place to ensure we have an accurate record of individuals present within the school building at all times. By obtaining a visitor badge, we can better account for everyone on our campus and ensure the safety of our students and staff.

Restricted Times: It is important to note that the visitor check-in policy is particularly emphasized during student arrival and dismissal times. During these periods, movement within the building is at its peak, and having a clear record of all students and individuals present helps us maintain a controlled and secure environment.

We are delighted to invite you to kick off your Fridays with us at the Woodlawn Morning Opener. It's a fantastic way to begin the day on a positive note.

Date: Every Friday

Time: 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Location: Woodlawn Gymnasium

Whether you're a student, parent, community member, or staff member, the Woodlawn Morning Opener is an all-inclusive event to bring us closer together.

Here's how it works:

Check-In: Kickstart your morning by checking in at the school office. Our staff will be waiting to welcome you and provide a visitor badge. From there, make your way to the gym.

Celebration: Join us in singing and celebrating the past week's accomplishments while also looking forward to the week's joys ahead.

Completion: Students will head to class to begin their day, while guests are kindly requested to check out at the front office.

Mark, this exciting event in your calendars, set your alarms and commit to join us every Friday from 8:00 to 8:30 AM.

Watch our music teacher, Mrs. Boedeker, prepare us for our first-morning opener!

Swing by the office to grab your yearbook! We've got a few extras in stock, just in case you're still looking to snag one. Each yearbook is priced at $20.

Create a free MySchoolBucks account to conveniently view your student's cafeteria purchases, check their account balance, and securely add money to their account from anywhere.

The Nutrition & Wellness Department uses an online meal accounting system. The meal accounting system is a debit system, which means that you deposit money into an account, and as the student eats, the meal charge is deducted from the account balance.

Questions? Call the Food Services Office at 785-832-5000 between 7 am and 4 pm.

District Food Service staff are happy to assist families with completing the application at the Educational Support Center, 110 McDonald Drive, or contact them by phone at 785-832-5000 for assistance.

• Full Price: Breakfast -$1.90, Lunch-$2.90
• Reduced Price: Breakfast - $.30, Lunch - $.40
• Adult: Breakfast - $3.00, Lunch - $5.00
• Extra Milk: $.75

Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was signed into law by President Obama on December 10, 2015. Contained within this legislation are regulations regarding highly qualified teachers in classrooms. You can request information on the professional qualifications of your student’s classroom teachers and paraprofessionals.

Professional qualifications include:

• Whether or not the teacher has met Kansas licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas being taught.

• The baccalaureate degree, any other grade certification or degree, and the field of discipline of both.

• If servers and provided by paraprofessionals, their qualifications;

• If the teacher is teaching under an emergency or professional waiver.

All teachers at Woodlawn Elementary meet the above criteria. Each one is licensed for the grade levels and subjects being taught. Each has a baccalaureate degree, and none teach under an emergency or professional waiver. The paraprofessional(s), who work under the direction of Title 1 and classroom teachers, meet the required qualifications for the position.

If you want this information for your child’s/children's classroom teachers and paraprofessionals, please contact Megan Epperson, Assistant Director of Human Resources, or Kristen Ryan, Executive Director of Human Resources for Lawrence Public Schools (785-832-5000).

Email: Jayci.Roberson@usd497.org
Website: https://www.usd497.org/woodlawn
Location: Woodlawn Elementary School, Elm Street, Lawrence, KS, USA
Phone: 785-832-5920
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woodlawnelementary/
Twitter: @WLRiverhawks