The Weekly Buzz

The Weekly Parent Newsletter for Van Wert Elementary School

March 3, 2025

Week 27: Read Across America and Lunch with Loved Ones

On A Positive Note:

We are very excited about the graphic designs that were added to the cafeteria this past week:

Georgia School Climate Survey

Please take a moment to complete the Georgia School Climate Survey for your very own Van Wert Elementary School. The survey closes on March 31st, and we need your help with participation. Thanks for all that you do!

Please click or scan the QR Code on the right.

Week at a glance

Tuesday, 3/4: Read Across America
Wednesday, 3/5: Read Across America; Lunch w/ Loved Ones, Pr-K, 3rd, Hall, Irvin, Wallace, Willis
Thursday, 3/6: Read Across America; Lunch w/ Loved Ones, Kindergarten & 4th
Friday, 3/7: Read Across America; Lunch w/ Loved Ones, 1st, 2nd, and 5th

Upcoming Events:

3/10 - Parent Conference Day
3/11-3/14 Scholastic Book Fair
3/17 - St. Patrick’s Day (no school)
3/19 - Report Cards Go Home
3/24 - Amie Dean Behavior Strategies (all certified employees and paras)
3/28 - Kona Ice
3/28 - Top AR
3/28 - FAB Friday

Georgia Milestones Assessment

Administration Dates:

ELA 1 - 4/29, ELA 2 - 4/30, ELA 3 - 5/1
Math 1 - 5/6, Math 2 - 5/7, Science - 5/8 (5th grade only)

Resources for Families:

Parent University

Here is the Parent University document link with the list of web-based resources to support students.

Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we kick off Read Across America Week, I want to express my excitement for the wonderful opportunities this celebration brings to our school community. Reading is a gateway to imagination, knowledge, and empathy, and this week we encourage our students to explore new worlds through the pages of their favorite books.

In addition to our reading festivities, we are thrilled to invite you to our Lunch with Loved Ones event. This special day is a chance for you to join your child for lunch and share in the joy of reading together. We hope it fosters connections and creates lasting memories as we celebrate literacy and the importance of family engagement.

Throughout the week, we have planned a variety of engaging activities that highlight the joy of reading and the power of stories. We encourage you to support your child by reading together at home, discussing their favorite books, and visiting the library if possible.

Thank you for being an essential part of our learning community. Your involvement makes a significant difference in your child’s educational journey, and we look forward to celebrating with you during this exciting week!

Happy reading!

Warm regards,

Will Zwingmann, Ed.S.

Principal