WES is ALL THAT!

Dear Families,

As we head into the final month of the school year, it’s hard to believe how quickly the time has flown by! May is always a special time on our campus as we celebrate the incredible growth our students have made—academically, socially, and emotionally. Our Cubs have worked so hard, and we are so proud of each and every one of them.

This month will be filled with important learning, end-of-year celebrations, and special events. We encourage all students to stay focused, continue giving their best effort, and be present each day as we finish the year strong.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. It truly makes a difference in the success of our students and our school community. Let’s make it a great final month at Wylie Elementary!

Angela Crow

Principal

Wylie Elementary School

acrow@hendersonisd.org

903-655-5200

Mission Statement

Preparing each student to reach their full potential by providing a safe place where students' needs are acknowledged, accepted, and met.

Vision

Every Decision, Every Day, Doing what is best for KIDS!

Motto

#BEST@WES

May 1st - 2nd Grade Musical; School Lunch Hero Day; UIL Party @ 1:15 in Library

May 4th - 3rd Grade Field Trip to The Discover Science Place

May 5th - 3rd Grade EOY MAP Testing; PTO Mtg. @ 5:30 in WES Library

May 6th - 3rd Grade EOY MAP Testing; 2nd Grade Reading Benchmark Testing; Life Skills Picnic; School Nurse Appreciation Day

May 7th - 2nd Grade Depot Museum Trip

May 8th - 2nd Grade Wax Museum Event: @ 8:30- Thurman, Bradam, Chambless, Charvis, Marcs, Garner; @ 9:30- Coleman, McCauley, Rodriguez, Young, Centers

May 11th - GT Showcase at HMS from 5:00-6:00

May 12th - 2nd Grade Field Day on Campus

May 13th- 1st Grade Field Day on Campus

May 15th - 3rd Grade Field Day at the Stadium

May 18th - Academic Pep Rallies & Awards; Speech Pathologist Appreciation Day

May 19th - 2nd Grade Economics Fair

May 20th - Campus Behavior Incentive: Splish Splash Day

May 21st - End of Year Parties & Early Release @ 12:15

End of Year Party Schedule:

• 1st Grade 8:00-8:30
• 2nd Grade 8:45-9:15
• 3rd Grade 9:30-10:00

Staff Appreciation Week is May 4–8! This special week gives us the opportunity to recognize and celebrate our incredible Wylie Elementary staff for the dedication, care, and hard work they show our students each and every day. We are so grateful for the impact they make—help us show them just how much they are appreciated!

We are excited to celebrate that we met our campus fundraiser goal—and it’s all thanks to the incredible support of our Wylie Elementary families! Your generosity and participation make a difference for our students each and every day.

Fundraiser Pick-Up Information:
📅 Date: May 4
⏰ Time: 3:30–6:00 PM
📍 Location: WES Cafeteria

Thank you to all of our students and families who helped make this a success. We are grateful for your continued support of our school! 🦁💙

Top four selling students from each grade level attended a Chuck E. Cheese Party!

Gift Cards were donated by Vera Bank and Kacy Kersh with East Texas Preferred Properties for the top sellers in each grade level! Thank you so much for donating and supporting our students!

Overall TOP Seller won a new tablet!

PERSEVERANCE: the ability to work through situations even when there are obstacles or challenges in the way.

Perseverance - what a great word to end the school year! Our students have worked hard this year and, despite some challenges, have come so far academically and socially. We are very proud of their effort and determination.

This month the counselors will be visiting classrooms to discuss perseverance or not giving up when things get hard. First grade will listen to a story called Leo the Lightening Bug, (Drachman). All of Leo’s little friends can already light up their tails, but poor Leo, try as he may, can’t seem to figure out how to make his shine. Will he give up or will Leo persevere? Second grade will watch a very inspirational video and discuss the true story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah. Emmanual’s Dream, (Yeboah) tells the story of how a young boy did not let the fact that he was born with one leg keep him from his dream of biking across Africa. Third grade students will explore mindfulness; how setting goals and having the drive to achieve those goals relates to perseverance.

We hope you have a safe and relaxing summer!

WES Counselors, Robert Helwig Kelly Brown

Attendance Matters
Every minute of instruction counts. Our school day begins at 7:45, and students who arrive late miss valuable learning time. Please help your child be on time and present each day so we can finish the year strong!
Read Every Night (Especially 1st & 2nd Grade!)
Reading at home is one of the most powerful ways to support your child’s success. Aim for 15–20 minutes each night. Ask your child questions about what they read to build understanding and confidence.
Stay Focused & Do Your Best
We are encouraging all students to stay focused, put forth their best effort, and keep a positive mindset. Remind your child to take their time and never give up when learning gets challenging.
Finish Strong
The end of the year is in sight! Encourage your child to set goals and continue working hard each day.
PBIS & Cub Bucks
Students are earning Cub Bucks for positive behavior, effort, and responsibility. We love celebrating students who are making great choices!

Dress Code Reminder:
As temperatures warm up, we want students to stay comfortable while still following our school dress code. Please help us by ensuring your child comes to school dressed appropriately each day.