Wiggin Street Parent Update

Dear Families,

We hope you had a wonderful weekend! Our staff and students are still talking about what may have been the best assembly we’ve ever experienced. Jim “Basketball” Jones captivated everyone with a highly interactive and motivating presentation. You may have heard about the fun basketball tricks he performed with students while reinforcing the powerful message of the Power of Yet. He also generously donated a stuffed Yeti and his three books to our school library.

Students were then invited to participate in a game of Simon Says, with a focus on Being the One who helps others feel included. When students made a mistake, they were encouraged to skip back to their spot—but soon were welcomed back into the game. Jim shared an important message: “When you make a mistake or lose, own it. Walk away with a skip or a dance in your step!” This helped students feel comfortable taking risks and trying again. By the end, the entire school was joyfully participating.

The assembly concluded with an incredible Dance Off! Each teacher selected one student to represent their class, and those students led their classmates in dance. They were all amazing! The winning class was to receive the stuffed Yeti, and I had the honor of being the judge. Thankfully, Jim decided the Yeti should live in the library so all students can enjoy it.

Later in the week, some of our 3rd–5th grade students participated in Art Around the World with Lily Grace after school. Students explored Aboriginal Dot Painting using Q-tips and sponges, and their creativity was truly impressive.

We would also like to remind families to check the Community Bulletin Board regularly. A link is provided below, and the board can also be found on the MVCSD website. This is where community organizations share information about activities available to students throughout the district.

We hope students enjoyed their day off today, and we look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!

With warm regards,
Christy Grandstaff
Principal, Wiggin Street Elementary

3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students that participated in Art Around the World with Lily Grace learned about Aboriginal people and Aboriginal Dot Painting.

Community flyers can be found on our district website here. Check them out!

Please remember that students will go outside on days where the temperature with wind chill accounted for is 20°f and above. Be sure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather each day. Coats, hats, and gloves are necessary at this time of the year. Boots are required for playing in the snow. If you need assistance with winter outerwear for your child, please contact our school, and we will happily find warm clothes for them.

Friends of Wiggin Street School (FOWS) would like to inform parents of an easy way to earn cash-back rewards for the school. Below are instructions provided by Kroger on how to sign-up for their charitable rewards program.

Kroger Community Rewards

Create a digital account, link your card to the organization "Friends of Wiggin Street School” and cash rewards are sent directly to this charitable organization at no added cost to you

https://www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards

Email: cgrandstaff@mvcsd.us
Website: https://www.mt-vernon.k12.oh.us/wigginstreetelementary_home.aspx
Location: 207 Wiggin St, Gambier, OH, USA
Phone: 740-427-4262
Facebook: facebook.com/wigginstreet
Twitter: @wiggin_street

Email: cgrandstaff@mvcsd.us
Website: mvcsd.us
Location: 207 Wiggin St, Gambier, OH, USA
Phone: 740-427-4262
Facebook: facebook.com/wigginstreet
Twitter: @wiggin_street