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Field of Dreams
Fun Run
Based on the weather forecast for Friday we have decided to move the
Fun Run on Friday, October 15th indoors. It will take place in the gym
at WWA. Due to COVID-19 precautions we will no longer be able to
use volunteers or have spectators present during the Fun Run. We
apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you to all who signed up to
volunteer. Please make sure your student(s) are ready for the Fun Run
by sending them to school with running shoes on and water bottles in
their backpacks. It’s also not too late to register online to earn a prize:
getmovinfundhub.com School ID: 5d5bf31ad9255 Donations are
accepted online, by cash or checks made payable to WWA PTO and
will be accepted through October 19th.
Thank you for your understanding,
WWA PTO
K-6: NURTURING, EXCI TING AND MOTIVATING CHILDREN TO LEARN
Wildcat
Weekly
October 14, 2021
PTO Thanks You Upcoming
Thank you, families! With your help, parent-teacher conference meals were provided last week! Events:
Thursday evening, the teachers were given Firehouse Subs boxed meals. Friday morning, they got
to enjoy a hot breakfast from Le Peep. The PTO couldn’t have done it without the support from 10/15/2021
all of the wonderful parents who sponsored meals. Thank you to the parents who volunteered ► PTO
their time to help with set-up and clean-up as well. We greatly appreciate any time you are able to Fundraiser
provide to the PTO and our efforts. Thank You ~ WWA PTO ► Golf Squad
Carnival
10/18/2021
Come one, Come all, Family and Friends! The WWA “Better Together” Bully Prevention Carnival ► MAC Meeting
is Back! Friday, November 12th join us from 3:05-5:00 for fun, food, and prizes. The carnival will
be held in the gymnasium and the dining commons. There are opportunities for middle school
students to win awesome prizes to be cashed in to teachers, while our younger Wildcats will enjoy 10/19/2021
games and prizes of all kinds!! This event is not exclusive to WWA families, so feel free to spread ► Robotics
the word! Look for information in Thursday folders and attached to the Wildcat Weekly. Money ► Talk to the
raised goes to bully prevention school wide, hiring motivational speakers for Middle School Camera
students, inviting assemblies in for our younger students, and much more! As always, we are ► Volleyball
looking for some amazing parent volunteers to help make this event possible– Sign up here. Game 4:15 PM
~Natalie Grigsby-Dean of Student Life ► Soccer Game
4:15 PM
Pre-K Open Spots ► PTO Meeting
Pre-K has space available for this school year. Children must be 4 on or before October 1st to
attend. Please contact Joy Watson for more information at jwatson@wwacademy.org. 10/20/2021
► Prospective
Parent Tour
Costume Guidelines
► Gaming Club
Fall Festival Parties for grades K-6 are on 6. No offensive outfits (if it causes a problem
October 29th. Here are the costume guidelines: for you or someone else, don’t wear it)
10/21/2021
If the costume is disruptive to class, the
1. No Weapons student may be asked to take it off. ► Science Matters
2. No Blood ► MS Dinner & A
Show
3. No Gore Students may wear masks during classroom
4. Dress code applies: 2 finger rule, length of parties if the mask has no blood, gore, etc.
outfit, no cleavage, no midriff or back (teacher discretion) Science Fair
showing (rips ok if with outfit and modest) Sign Up Link
5. No inflatable costumes HERE
Asbestos Management Plan
To comply with the Co. Dept. of Public Health and Environment guidelines, an asbestos
management plan has been developed to safely and effectively manage asbestos containing
materials present in the Woodrow Wilson Academy school building. The management
plan is located in the office, and is available for inspection by all community members. This
notification must be given to all parent and employees on an annual basis.
Woodrow Wilson Academy | 303-431-3694 | For more information, visit our website at www.wwacademy.org
WWA Bully Prevention
carnival
BETTER TOGETHER!
FRIDAY,NOV 12TH
305-500PM
WWA GYM
PUNCH CARDS ON SALE BEFORE AND AFTER
SCHOOL STARTING
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH
PRIzes! Concessions! / Face Painting! / Games!
/
MASKS REQUIRED
December31,2021
We are hearing more recently about the effects of technology on our teens. In recent editions of
this newsletter, we provided insights into the effects of technology and social media on kids and
what parents can do to mitigate the influence of technology on their kids. This newsletter will
look at how limits can further help parents with this increasingly difficult problem.
Do you ever feel like your child’s cell phone, game console, or computer has taken over your
home? Although these devices can be wonderful tools for communication, learning, and healthy
enjoyment, they can also become dark and destructive influences in the absence of necessary
parental supervision and limits. Below are a few examples of enforceable limits that we, as
parents, can provide:
You may have your computer in the living room, not in your room.
You may be on the internet, as long as I’m allowed to review your internet history.
You may be on social media, as long as I can have access to your accounts.
Feel free to have a cell phone, as long as you can pay for the service.
You may keep your cell phone, as long as you are not using it during meals, in class, or while
driving.
I allow kids to use technology in my home, as long as I feel that they are being respectful and
responsible.
I immediately donate to charity any devices used to view or send inappropriate material.
Although we can’t control what our kids do when they are away from home, we can set good,
solid limits when they’re under our roofs. If they complain, “You don’t trust me!” reply, “I don’t
even trust myself. Lots of good people get in trouble with technology. That’s why I always make
sure that your dad knows what I’m doing on my computer, too.”
For more technology tips and techniques listen to our MP3 audio, Teens and Technology.
Thanks for reading!2 Exciting
Themes:
Medicine & Health
Including: life cycle of
plants and animals, and the
human body, including the
systems: digestive,
circulatory, respiratory,
skeletal, muscular, and
nervous
Earth & Space
Including: astronomy,
geology, weather and
atmosphere, erosion,
taking care of the earth,
water cycle, meteorology,
plate tectonics, oceans,
Wednesday, December 8th, 2021 and history of the Earth
2021-2022 SCIENCE FAIR
DOING SCIENCE IS THE KEY TO UNDERSTANDING SCIENCE!!
Kindergarten students are welcome to show what they know, though they will not be judged in the
fair. 1st through 3rd grade students will be able to create a model or demonstration related to the
themes, while 4th through 8th grade students will be following the scientific method to create an
experiment related to the themes. Students will be charged with creating a display that illustrates
their knowledge of the topic they choose, including a description of their project (1st-3rd) or an
illustration of the scientific method as it relates to their experiment (4th-8th).
Please note much of the work will be self-directed. While family members may assist students at
the Kindergarten through 3rd grade level, students must be the primary scientists and they are
in charge of explaining everything that was done and answering any questions to the judges.
Additionally, family members may not help students with their projects in the 4th through 8th
grade level, and may only encourage and help support students emotionally!
If your child is interested in participating, please fill out the registration form online! Those who
have submitted their registration will be given a packet with further information. This will include a
pacing timeline, specific guidelines, and further information to get your child started. Feel free to
begin your work as soon as you receive the packet!
Click on http://www.sciencebuddies.org/ for further information designed for parents and
students, or https://www.scholastic.com/parents/school-success/school-success-guides/parent-
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for more information!Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech will be the
focus for the month of October. Unfortunately, many
students will encounter mean behavior at some point in
their digital lives. Some of these experiences are easily
forgotten, while others can have deep, long-lasting effects.
For families, the key is staying involved in your children’s
lives--both in the physical and online worlds--so you can
step in and offer help if necessary. Within the remote environment, children can be
exposed to increased risk of cyberbullying. Here are a few ways that household
members can support learners at home.
Establish Rules: Families can set limitations on screen time while staying aware
of the online class schedules. Tools like parental controls are crucial in the case of
younger children but in the case of teenagers, families need to connect and
encourage their children to be open about their online activity.
Try to minimize distractions: Find a quiet area, keep pets away, and use noise
cancelling headphones to help kids focus. Keep trying new ideas until something
works for your family.
Get a routine: Set a schedule for waking up at the same time each day, have brain
break/recess, and have an end time each day. Make the schedule visible for
everyone in the house.
Communicate: Discussing openly the online risks and staying alert to signs of
cyberbullying are some of the ways in which families can keep their children safe.
Guiding children on how, when, and where to use learning platforms and social
media while at home helps in curbing the risk of cyberbullying. Keep checking in
with your child about their learning and also how they are feeling. Contact your
child’s teacher with concerns. Teachers are learning and adapting during this time
too, and want to help.
Woodrow teachers and staff will continue to cover Core Virtues and positive
character traits throughout the school year, as well as focus on digital wellness for
applicable age groups. As always, we appreciate your partnership!
~ Natalie Grigsby– Dean of Student Lifef
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