March 2026 - Wells Newsletter

🏫 Around the Building:

• Quarter 3 Highlights & The "3 B’s"

  As we wrap up Quarter 3 and head into the final stretch of the school year, our halls have been filled with the smell of popcorn! We’ve hosted several Popcorn Parties to celebrate classes that earned their SEL badges by consistently meeting our "3 B’s" Family Agreements:

  • Be Safe

  • Be Helpful

  • Be a STAR

  We are so proud of our students for showing up as leaders in our School Family!

Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) Testing

We have officially kicked off the Illinois Assessment of Readiness for our 3rd and 4th graders, which will continue through April 17th. These assessments are an important way for our students to show the growth they have made this year.

Attendance Matters: Please ensure your students are at school on time. When students are late, they miss their testing window and must participate in make-up sessions. Testing is important, and arriving on time helps your student start the day feeling calm and prepared to do their best!

Community Shoutout: United Way Reading Buddies

A huge "Thank You" to our United Way Reading Buddies! We are so grateful for the volunteers who come into our building to read one-on-one with our students. You are helping us grow essential skills and fostering a lifelong love for reading at Wells Elementary.

Mark Your Calendars

• Wednesday, April 1: Report cards are coming soon. Check Wednesday folders.

• Thursday, April 2: Early Dismissal (School ends at 11:30 AM)

• Friday, April 3: No School

• Wednesday, May 6: 1/2 Day Early Dismissal (School ends at 11:30 AM)

• Friday May 22nd: Lunch on the Lawn End of the Year Program (Save the date)

• Monday, May 25: No School (Memorial Day)

• Thursday, May 28: Last Day of School! Early Dismissal (School ends at 11:30 AM)

At Wells Elementary, "Spreading Kindness" is more than just a motto—it is a mantra that echoes through our hallways every single day. A vital part of our building-wide Conscious Discipline framework is the practice of noticing. By intentionally acknowledging the helpful and empathetic actions of our students, we strengthen our School Family and ensure every child feels seen and valued.

We are incredibly proud of our students for leading with their hearts and looking out for one another. Below, we are excited to spotlight a few of our Quarter 3 Kindness Award recipients! These students were caught "doing the right thing" and making Wells Elementary a brighter place for everyone.

• Q4 Recognition Spotlights We are excited to celebrate our students’ hard work and character with two upcoming awards:

  • Kindness Awards: Honoring students who lead with heart by being helpful and considerate to others.

  • Attendance Awards: Celebrating those with Perfect Attendance for Q3.

  Parents, thank you for being our partners! By ensuring your child arrives on time every day, you are helping them build the responsible habits they need for success.

  
  

Empowering Our Multilingual Families

At East Moline School District 37, we believe that when families grow together, students thrive. We are thrilled to invite our multilingual families to join us for a special English Language Learning series designed to support language development in a fun, welcoming environment.

Beyond just a class, this is an opportunity for parents and caregivers to build their English skills alongside their community. To make it as easy as possible for you to attend, we are providing free materials, snacks, and childcare during every session!

Event Details

• When: Thursdays (March 26, April 2, April 9, April 23, and April 30)

• Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

• Where: Early Learning Center | 3100 4th Avenue, East Moline, IL

Registration is required. To save your spot, please scan the QR code on the flyer or reach out to our team with any questions:

• Text Melissa: 563-676-4157

• Text Blanca: 773-899-2750

Special thanks to WQPT PBS for their partnership in supporting our families!

At Wells Elementary, we use the Conscious Discipline framework to help students learn essential social-emotional skills. Did you know these same, science-backed strategies can make parenting easier, better, and more fulfilling at home?

Sometimes we just need fresh ideas! If you're looking for effective discipline strategies that focus on connection and teaching skills, we highly recommend checking out these free resources:

Parenting Resources: https://consciousdiscipline.com/about/parents/

• • Wednesday, April 1: Report Cards Issued

  • Thursday, April 2: Early Dismissal (11:30 AM)

  • Friday, April 3: No School

  • Wednesday, May 6: 1/2 Day Early Release

  • Monday, May 25: No School (Memorial Day)

  • Thursday, May 28: Last Day of School! Early Dismissal (11:30 AM)