W.E.stchester Weekly
News from the Principal
It has been a very busy week at Westchester. Thank you to all who were tuned in or present at the school board meetings. Your engagement in this informational process is what makes the Westchester community so amazing. I have had conversations with many of you and am always available and willing to answer your questions and hear your concerns. Coming together with accurate and updated information is the best way that we can navigate challenging times. Feel free to reach out.
The process to consider rezoning and possible school closure has started.
10/16 - There will be a letter going out to parents explaining the process.
10/27 - The consulting organization is researching and developing a plan, and it will be posted to the website for viewing.
10/29 - The first of two community meetings will take place at Beacon Hill MS. The consultants will hear feedback from the community.
11/3 - The second community meeting. The school board members are not present at these meetings, but will discuss the plans at their board retreat in November.
12/9 - A final plan will be presented to the board.
We are excited to share that your child's mid-semester progress report will be available in the Parent Portal at 4 p.m. a.m. on Friday, October 17, 2025. Progress reports are a snapshot in time, not final grades. They provide an overview of your child's academic progress midway through the semester. Teachers will continue entering grades and feedback throughout the term, so your child's report will continue to evolve.
We encourage you to take this opportunity to review your child's progress, celebrate their achievements, and discuss any areas where additional support may be needed. Open communication among parents, students, and teachers remains key to a successful learning experience.
If you have questions or concerns about your child's progress, please don't hesitate to contact their teacher or the school administration. We're here to support your child's growth and success.
Directions to access grades can be found on page 23 of the Grading and Reporting Handbook.
Are You Interested in Volunteering?
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Westchester Elementary School! To ensure the safety of all students, City Schools of Decatur requires all volunteers and chaperones to have a current background check on file. This is especially important for anyone who will be with students without a staff member present.
How to get a background check:
Schedule an appointment: Background checks are conducted at 2635 Talley Street, 2nd Floor. There is a $35 fee (cash, check, or money order made payable to City Schools of Decatur) for the background check, and it must be turned in to Westchester before you go for your background check. You can book an appointment using this link: https://calendar.app.google/du9yW1Gg8SV6pjGp8
Important scheduling note: Appointments are typically available on Mondays and Wednesdays. You can schedule an appointment up to 21 days in advance.
What to bring: Please bring your driver's license with you to your 10-minute appointment. You will also fill out a short form.
Results: The information is submitted to the GBI, and results are often returned within 24 hours.
Please remember that a new background check is required each year for all parents and volunteers. We appreciate your cooperation and suppor
In light of the ongoing CSD announcements, the PTA will be providing breakfasts and lunches to the Westchester staff as often as possible. Today’s lunch was a fajita bar from Willy’s! If you would like to help with these efforts, please feel free to reach out to the PTA at president@westchesterpta.org.
Agnes Scott Fall Event
Sunshine Fall Event
Lost Dog near Westchester
Reminders
School Lunch Policy: Please be sure to maintain a positive lunch balance for your child. This will help us avoid any unexpected lunch changes for students. Check your Parent Portal frequently to make sure your child has adequate funds for the cafeteria. You may also find the Parent Portal app (for Apple or Android) to be more convenient.
Westchester Elementary School
Who to Contact: Please see who the best contact is for your questions for a quicker response.
Website: https://westchester.csdecatur.net/
Location: 758 Scott Boulevard, Decatur, GA, USA
Phone: 404-370-4400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westchesterelementarycsd