News You Need to Know
Midweek Reminders
Local School Improvement Council (LSIC)
Meeting, Wed Sept 9th at 4:00pm via TEAMs
Purpose and Function
- School Improvement: Helps define a school's strengths and weaknesses, sets goals, and supports strategic planning.
- Data Review: Examines discipline data, attendance, academic performance, and learning environments to make written recommendations.
- Community Engagement: Promotes collaboration between parents, teachers, and local community members.
- Board Connection: Connects directly with the local school board through regular communication and an annual stakeholder meeting.
Meeting ID: 248 964 891 746 209 Passcode: zN6pA3a7
Bully Prevention Week Sept 14~18
This information is concnering the flyer above...Bully Prevention Dress Up Days
Monday- Be a buddy. Dress like Buddy the Elf
Tuesday- Catch a Wave of Kindness. Wear tropical colors and designs
Wednesday- Team Up against bullying. Wear your favorite team sports jersey, t-shirt, of spirit gear.
Thursday- Being Kind is Fancy. Wear your fanciest outfit
Friday- Put Bullying to Bed- Wear pajamas (no slippers please)
Bring Your Parent to School Day: K~2nd grade
Flyer above- Sept 24th @ 9:15am for Kindergarten ~ 2nd grade
Agenda:
1. Annual Title 1 Meeting
- light refreshments
- upcoming dates
- curriculum
- DOOR PRIZE
2. Observe and participate in a 30 minute lesson in your child's classroom.
Raptor Visitor Management System
The Raptor Visitor Management System is a secure check-in tool used by schools to ensure student safety by instantly screening all adult visitors against national databases
🛡️ Why the School Uses It
- Student Safety: It ensures the school knows exactly who is in the building at all times.
- Custody & Access Control: It checks the school’s internal database for local alerts, such as active restraining orders or specific custody arrangements, ensuring students are only released to authorized individuals.
- Public Database Screenings: It quickly references the national sex offender registry across all 50 states.
đź“‹ What Happens at Check-In
- Present a Valid ID: Parents must bring a government-issued photo ID (like a driver's license, state ID, military ID, or passport) to the front office or kiosk.
- The "Toaster" Scan: The front desk staff or kiosk scans the ID barcode. This takes less than 30 seconds.
- Information Pulled: The system only reads the visitor’s name, date of birth, photo, and partial ID number.
- Get a Visitor Badge: Once cleared, the system prints a temporary sticker badge featuring the individual's photo, name, date, time, and specific destination in the school. This badge must be worn visibly while on campus.
PTO Drive
Aug 31st ~ Sept 18th JOIN OUR PTO! Stronger Together, So Our Students SOAR!
WHAT IS PTO?
PTO (Parent-Teacher Organization) is a partnership between parents, teachers, and our school. We work together to support our students, teachers, and school through events, fundraising, volunteer opportunities, and meaningful programs.
WHY JOIN PTO?
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Your involvement helps create a positive school experience for all students.
SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL
- PTO funds help provide classroom resources, activities, and special projects.
STAY CONNECTED
- Build relationships, stay informed, and be a part of our school community.
EVERY VOICE MATTERS
- Fresh ideas and helping hands make a big impact!
ONLY $5 TO JOIN - CASH ONLY PLEASE
Let's Plan, Connect, and Make Great Things Happen!
FIRST PTO MEETING
SEPTEMBER 22ND
AT 5:30PM
IN THE CAFETERIA
Your Time. Your Voice. Our Students' Future
Share Your Contact Info!
If you need to contact Ms. Ballard
Email: cballard@k12.wv.us
School Website : https://www.berkeleycountyschools.org/o/winchesteravenue
Location: 650 WInchester Avenue
Phone: (304) 267-3570