Wildcat News

Hello Wildcat Families!

We have so much to celebrate at WTE! Thank you for the incredible support of our annual Wildcat Walkathon, where we set a new school record by raising more than $25,000! These funds go directly back to our students through PTO events and support for our school and classrooms. Since our students surpassed their $20,000 goal, I was also happy to keep my promise and get slimed during our Halloween Parade! Thank you to Mr. Casey for joining in the fun and to our amazing PTO for coordinating the entire event and creating such a memorable experience for our students.

Next week, we look forward to one of my favorite WTE traditions, our Veterans Day Assembly on November 11th. This special day gives us the opportunity to honor veterans in our community while helping our students understand and appreciate the commitment and sacrifices these heroes have made for our country. Students are invited to wear wear red, white and blue as we pay tribute to our honored guests from our community. Any scouts are invited to wear their uniforms as well.

Looking ahead, parent-teacher conferences will be held November 23, 24, and 25. Please be on the lookout for sign-up information from your child's teacher. November 23 and 24 are half days, and school will be closed for students on November 25. Our first trimester will end on December 1.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support of our students, staff, and WTE community!

Dr. Cruice

The student council is helping with a sock collection during Nov. 16-20 as it is Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week. We will donate to two organizations. Joy of Sox is in need of children's socks and The Wardrobe, non-profit that provides free clothing bundles to adults, is in need of adult socks. Thank you in advance for any contributions!

Every school has a champion! Do you know a WCASD educator or support professional who goes above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of students, families, and colleagues? Nominate them for the Chester County Champions of Education Awards and help us celebrate excellence across our schools! Submit a nomination: CCChampionsofEdu.org

Purpose First. Minutes Second.

The district recently shared its new K-5 Purposeful Technology Use Guidelines, designed to support balanced learning experiences across our elementary classrooms. These guidelines establish clearer expectations for screen time, encourage purposeful technology use, and protect important opportunities for hands-on learning, creativity, and connection. We're excited to continue putting this guidance into practice while keeping what matters most at the center of every decision: our students!

We encourage families to explore the guidelines and additional information on the district website.

An update regarding Attendance reporting this year.

We are no longer using the Safe Arrival phone line as a means for reporting absences. Moving forward, there are only 2 lawful ways to notify the WCASD when a student is absent.

A parent/guardian/caretaker can:

1. Log in to Parent Portal and enter the correct code for the absence (directions for Parent Portal Attendance.) Using the Parent Portal or emailing the attendance office eliminates the need to send an excuse note, except for family vacations, college visits, or doctor’s appointments.
2. Email the attendance office at: wteattendance@wcasd.net. The email from the parent account is accepted as a parent note.

Please note that Pick Up Patrol is ONLY used for dismissal plans and change in dismissal plans (not for reporting absences).