The Westgate Wire
November 7, 2025
Thank You PTA for a Wonderful 2nd Grade Magic Show!
Westgate Variety Show
Westgate Variety Show is looking for parent volunteers to be part of the planning committee for this year. Please see this link if you are interested in volunteering for this event. Google Form Questions? Email Cara Giacomin-Ferris at cgiacominferris@sd25.org
School Meal Eligibility Continues During Federal Shutdown
It has been reported by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) that SNAP benefits in Illinois will be delayed due to the federal shutdown starting on November 1st. For more information visit snapfederalimpact.illinois.gov.
These changes do NOT affect our Arlington Heights School District 25 free and reduced meals at school for eligible children. We will continue to provide meal support to our students. More information on AHSD25 meal programs can be found on our Food & Nutrition Services website.
If you and your family are in need of additional support during this time, please make an appointment to visit our local food pantry, Wheeling Township Food Pantry by calling (847)259-7730. Additional food pantry information can be found at Northern Illinois Food Bank and Greater Chicago Food Depository.
Food Support
Community Supports Page | Food Resources As SNAP benefits change, we want our families to know that support is available. Visit our Community Supports page to find local food pantries and resources ready to help.
Want to help? 🙂 Our Village of Arlington Heights families rely on SNAP benefits which will be impacted starting November 1. Your donations will directly help neighbors in our community meet their basic food needs. All donations can be made to the Wheeling Township Food Pantry but there is a high need for: The Wheeling Township Food Pantry is located at 1616 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Coming home to you soon will be your child's custom catalog for the Square 1 Art fundraiser. Get a head start, and start ordering keepsakes and gifts featuring your child's art online NOW, if you like! NEW - *Ship to Home FREE. (*Customer pays a small processing fee at checkout and order ships to home.)
Simply search for your child's art using Art Search, and enter state, school name, and your student's name. Your student's art and code will appear, and you may order!
Order by: 11/21/2025
If you have questions, or need anything at all, contact customer care online .
Thank you for supporting our school!
Brenda Miller - WES
Square 1 Art fundraiser coordinator
Westgate Elementary School
A Friendly Reminder About Toys at School
We’ve noticed a few toys making their way into classrooms and backpacks recently. Please help your child remember that toys, trading cards, and other personal play items should stay at home. These items can be distracting during learning time and sometimes lead to conflicts or misplaced belongings.
If your child would like to share something special with their class, please coordinate with their teacher in advance. Thank you for helping us keep school focused on learning and fun for everyone!
It’s Reflections time!
Reflections is a national PTA art competition that runs each year! The theme this year is I belong. There are 2 elementary level age groups, an accessible arts division, and 6 different categories of art to explore. Find detailed guidelines and information at the following link: Craft an Entry
The deadline for entries will be November 21st. Below is the entry form that must be submitted with your child’s artwork. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact your Westgate Reflections Chair! Karen Radek (karenradek@gmail.com).
Good luck to our creative Wolverines!
Buddy Up, Stay Safe, the Wolverine Way!
It is important to talk with your children about ways they can stay safe in the community. Below are some suggestion on how parents can talk with their children about these important topics. We want to empower of children to have the tools needed to feel safe in the Westgate neighborhood.
Westgate-Buddy Up, Stay Safe, the Wolverine Way!
Upcoming PTA Events
Let's pack the place!
Join us Wednesday November 12th for a Dine Out Fundraiser at Peggy Kinnaes
11 am - 11 pm
Dine in or Carry out
Just mention the Westgate PTA Fundraiser!
Save the Date: PTA's Parents Night Out
Has 2025 felt stressful? Are you in denial that it's almost 2026? Maybe you need a break from reality? Get Back to the 90's with our 3rd annual Parents' Night Out BINGO Night at Arlington Ale House on January 31, 2026. More info to come-but get it into your Chandler, break out the rolodex of your BFFs, and have a TOTALLY AWESOME night with our Westgate community. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Kelley Balmer kelley.balmer@gmail.com or Ali Smazik alisonsmazik@gmail.com.
Spirit Days
Mark your calendars for this year's Spirit Days!
Dec. - **Winter Spirit Week**
Jan. 9th- Favorite Winter Animal
Feb. 6th- Pajama Day
March 6th- Sports
April 10th- Crazy Wear
May 1st- Westgate Spirit Wear
Important Dates- New Information
11/18- 5th Grade Band Concert-7:00 p.m.
11/21-Report Cards sent to parents via email
11/24-11/28-Thanksgiving Break
12/4-4th Grade Music Concert at 6:30 p.m.
12/22-1/5- Winter Break (No School)