Family News

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We hope that your school year has kicked off with a great start! Thank you to all of those who

were able to attend our first Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) meeting last month. We are

looking for your participation in our future events.

8 th Grade Parent Group-

 We are looking for 8 th grade parents to participate in coordinating fundraiser events and

activities for WCCS C/O 2026.

o Delta Sonic Fundraiser

o First Night Out Book

o Caramel Apple Sale

Trunk or Treat Event- Wednesday, October 29 th 4:00pm- 5:30pm

 Asking each family to contribute one bag of candy by Monday, October 27 th .

 Any parents willing to decorate their car for the event.

Our next PAC meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 21 st from 5:00-6:00pm. Your input and

feedback are always welcome.

 Our Guest Speaker this month will be from our BPN Representative Mr, Kenya Peoples

Finance Wellness Coach, he will be giving insight on what resources he has to offer

families as well as the work he does with our students.

 PAC’s first fundraiser of the year will be Cookie Dough Sale starting in early November,

so stay tuned. The dough will be available prior to Winter Break.

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to Westminster Community Charter

School. Help us build on our promise, welcoming students, and families ready to become part of

the Westminster pride. Together, we can make this a remarkable year for our students!

If you are interested in volunteering or if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to

Candice McFoy 716-846-9901 (text/call) / cmcfoy0609@gmail.com

Sincerely,

Candice McFoy

WCCS Parent Advisory Committee, President

Meetings Third Tuesday of the Month 5:00-6:00 pm. Next Meeting on October 21st

Attend in person or join the Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 835 2835 0620
Passcode: 726924

Looking for Staff and Parents to decorate their cars. Candy will be provided.

Showing up to school every day is critical for children’s well-being, engagement and learning.

Make sure to send children to school if they are:

• Generally healthy and well.

• Participating in usual day-to-day activities.

Children can even go to school if they:

• Have a mild cold, which may include a runny nose and/or cough.• Have eye drainage without fever, eye pain or eyelid redness.

• Have a mild stomachache.

• Have a mild rash with no other symptoms.

• Have head lice. Though they are annoying and should be treated, lice are not a reason to exclude a child from school.

• Haven’t had a fever overnight and they have not taken fever-reducing medicine during that time. Avoid keeping children at home unless they are too sick to participate. Note that in most situations, a health-care provider’s note is not needed to return.

If your child has a compromised immune system or is at high risk for complications from common illnesses, please talk to your school (school nurse if available) about developing a plan with you and your child's health-care provider to keep your child healthy and safe while attending school.

Children may also avoid school due to anxiety (symptoms may include decreased appetite, feeling tired, stomachache, headache etc). If you are worried that your child may be suffering from anxiety, talk with your teacher, the school nurse, social worker or other school staff to discuss the challenge and identify what can help your child stay in school.

2025-26 WCCS Family Survey

As the family of a WCCS student, you play a vital role in the success of our community school. Your voice, involvement, and partnership help shape a school environment where every child feels supported, valued, and ready to learn. Whether it's through sharing ideas, attending events, or working with teachers and staff, your engagement strengthens the connection between school, family, and community. Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey and ensure your voice is heard.

Here is the link to the survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-f3Sw9kri535Yb3D2oaBOiMv59XgRi6KF6-MmmadW56RazA/viewform?usp=header