As we enter these last few weeks of the school year, I encourage you to continue to foster a spirit of perseverance and dedication in your child. Let us collectively reaffirm our commitment to finish the year strong, with a renewed sense of focus and determination. Together, we can ensure that every child reaches the finish line with pride in their accomplishments and excitement for the journey ahead.

In these final weeks, I urge you to maintain open lines of communication with your child's teachers and support staff. Should you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, please do not hesitate to reach out. We are here to support you every step of the way.

As we reflect on the past year and look ahead to the future, let us celebrate the resilience, strength, and unity that define our Wise Owl community. Together, we will finish the year strong, laying the foundation for a bright and promising future for all our students.

B. Gantt

#soaringtogether

Our mission is to cultivate a caring community that utilizes a multitude of teaching and learning experiences to prepare children for their next adventure.

1. We believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, valued, and appreciated.
2. We believe that all children deserve a high quality education.
3. We believe in collaboration and making connections.

Staying Safe

Owning Your Actions

Acting Responsibly

Respecting Everyone & Everything

Tuesday, May 7 - Wednesday, May 8: K-2th Grade iReady Spring Diagnostic

Tuesday, May 7 - Wednesday, May 8: 3rd-5th Grade SC READY (ELA)

Tuesday, May 14 - Wednesday, May 15: 3rd-5th Grade SC READY (Math & Science)

Thursday, May 16: 3rd-5th Grade SC READY Field Test

Thursday, May 16: Field Day (K-2)

Friday, May 17: Field Day (3-5)

Monday, May 20 - Tuesday, May 21: 3rd-5th Grade iReady Spring Diagnostic

Wednesday, May 22: Head Start Transition Ceremony

Thursday, May 23: 5th Grade Party

Friday, May 24: 5th Grade Promotional Ceremony

Monday, May 27: Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 28: K-2nd Grade Tag of Honor

Wednesday, May 29: 3rd & 4th Grade Tag of Honor

Cody C. has earned over 100 SOAR Bucks and decided to purchase a Spirit Week. Participation is encouraged, but optional. 😁

Dress with a space theme in mind

Dress like you're going on vacation

Dress in your best workout gear

Dress in your reds, whites, and blues

Dress like you're on the islands

We have 150 yearbooks available for pre-sale (first come, first serve). Yearbooks are on sale for $20. Please complete this form and submit payment with your child to the front office. For any questions, please contact Mrs. Brandi Ard (ardb@bcsdschools.net).

*Make checks payable to Whitesville Elementary School PTO.

If you are interested in purchasing a 2023-24 Yearbook and you did not complete online Strawbridge order form, please complete the form Yearbook Pre-Sales Form.

May 3

(Do Your Best On The Test Rally)

May 7

K-2nd iReady (Reading)

3rd-5th SCReady (Reading)

May 8

K-2nd iReady (Math)

3rd-5th SCReady (Writing & Grammar)

May 9

K-2nd iReady (make-up testing)

3rd-5th SCReady (make-up testing)

May 10

K-2nd iReady (make-up testing)

3rd-5th SCReady (make-up testing)

May 14

K-2nd iReady (make-up testing)

3rd-5th SCReady (Math)

May 15

K-2nd iReady (make-up testing)

4th SCReady (Science)

3rd & 5th SCReady (make-up testing)

May 16

3rd-5th SCReady (Field Testing)

May 17

3rd-5th SCReady (make-up testing)

May 20

3rd-5th iReady (Reading)

May 21

3rd-5th iReady (Math)

May 22

3rd-5th iReady (make-up testing)

The iReady Diagnostic is an adaptive assessment that adjusts its questions to suit your student's needs. Each item a student sees is individualized based on their answer to the previous question. The purpose of iReady is to determine how our students have grown during the year. Our Kindergarteners - 5th Graders will participate in iReady End of the Year Testing on

• Tuesday May 7th (K-2nd Reading)
• Wednesday May 8th (K-2nd Math)
• Monday, May 20th (3rd-5th Reading)
• Tuesday, May 21st (3rd-5th Math)

Please find some iReady Family Resources linked below.

The South Carolina College- and Career-Ready Assessment (SC READY) program is a statewide assessment in English language arts (ELA) and mathematics in grades 3–8 and science for grades 4 and 6. The SC READY tests measure the South Carolina College- and Career-Ready Standards taught in ELA, Math, and Science classes. Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th Graders will participate in SC READY Testing on

• Tuesday, May 7th (ELA)
• Wednesday, May 8th (ELA)
• Tuesday, May 14th (Math)
• Wednesday, May 15th (4th Grade - Science)
• Thursday, May 16th (Field Test)

Please find some SC READY Family resources linked below.

Every month WES students will learn about a character word. This month, the words of the month are Honesty & Integrity.

Honesty & Integrity are defines as being truthful in all things; acting in a way that is fair, just, and moral.

Share with your child what honesty & integrity means to you and ask them to share moments when they have demonstrated honesty and integrity.

As we strive to continuously improve the quality of education at Whitesville Elementary School, your feedback plays a crucial role in shaping our approach. With this in mind, I am writing to request your input regarding your child's placement for the 2024-2025 school year.

We do not take teacher recommendations; however, your insights and observations about your child's needs in terms of their teacher will help us to ensure that your child is placed in the best possible environment to learn and to grow.

Please take a few moments to share your thoughts by responding to the Student Placement Family Input Form (below). We value your partnership in your child's education and appreciate your time and input in this matter.

Thank you for your continued support.

“South Carolina Compulsory Attendance Law requires that a parent or guardian shall require his child to attend regularly a public or private school or kindergarten of this State which has been approved by the State Board of Education, a member school of the South Carolina Independent Schools and Association, a member school of the South Carolina Association of Christian Schools, or some similar organization, or a parochial, denominational, or church-related school, or other programs which have been approved by the State Board of Education f rom the school year in which the child is five years of age before September first until the child attains his seventeenth birthday or graduates from high school.”

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