Westfall Elementary School

Mrs. Whitt and Mrs. Persinger's third-grade class just finished a unit on the human body systems in English Language Arts (ELA). To practice their new skills, they transformed the classroom into an emergency room, with each student taking on the role of a medical professional. With patient files in hand, they checked on their patients, traveling through seven different stations to test their knowledge of the human body systems. They had a blast!

Spring Picture Day is Wednesday, March 19! Order forms will soon be sent home with students. You can also order online at mylifetouch.com using our Picture Day ID: EVT4Z626N.

Westfall Elementary Mustangs Student-Run Credit Union Members reached their annual goal of 300 deposits this school year! As a special treat for meeting the goal, three randomly selected members were chosen on Friday to enter the "Cash Reactor!" The Cash Reactor works like a Game Show Money Booth. The three members have a 30-second round to enter the Reactor and catch as much flying cash as possible! Whatever "cash" (Atomic uses Monopoly money in the machine for safety reasons) the member catches will be generously donated to their account. Congratulations to Mila Howland (Kindergarten), Cooper Dutcher (1st grade), and Brooklyn Steward (5th grade)! Their winnings spanned from $30 - $36! Atomic Credit Union is always finding fun and inventive ways to reward our students' positive money habits. To learn more about starting an account for your student, please follow this link: https://rb.gy/76maky.

Our second-grade classes had some very special guests on Friday! Two amazing volunteers from the Pickaway County Dog Shelter and a Deputy Dog Warden stopped by to share their important work and gave students helpful tips on safely approaching a dog. The highlight of the visit? Meeting Leia, an 8-year-old shelter guest who stole everyone's hearts! Thank you to our visitors for teaching the students about kindness and responsible pet interactions.

Reminder: There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, March 3, 2025, due to a Teacher In-Service Day. Classes will resume for students on Tuesday, March 4, 2025

GREAT NEWS! THE MOBILE DENTIST IS COMING BACK! We are excited to announce that our school has once again partnered with Smile Programs, the Mobile Dentists, to offer in-school dental care. The Mobile Dentists will visit Westfall Elementary School on March 26-27. The dental services provided include a complete exam, x-rays, cleaning, fluoride, sealants (if necessary), and sometimes restorative care, such as fillings. Help keep your child healthy, in school, and learning! Register at https://www.myschooldentist.com/32632_schsrm. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Savage at jenica.savage@westfallschools.com or (740) 986-4008.

WES is celebrating Right to Read Week from March 10-14! Throughout the week, we’ll have spirit days and other fun activities to promote reading. Keep an eye out for Right to Read Week flyers coming home soon—we hope you'll join in the fun!

Our Mustangs Student-Run Credit Union is thrilled to announce another fun incentive! Make a deposit (even as little as a penny) and score a red-heart sucker!! It’s our way of saying thank you for your support. Don’t miss out—see you Friday!

Reminder: There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, March 3, 2025, due to a Teacher In-Service Day. Classes will resume for students on Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Be sure to reserve your seats for the WHS Musical, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, March 14-16—Follow the ambitious J. Pierrepont Finch as he climbs the corporate ladder, armed with nothing but a clever handbook and plenty of charm. From window washer to top executive, he navigates office politics, backstabbing coworkers, caffeine-fueled chaos, and even a little romance in this satirical show! Tickets go on sale March 1 at 3 PM for just $10 a person at http://www.westfallmusical.ludus.com/200475609

If you're interested in enrolling your three- or four-year-old child in Westfall's Preschool program, please visit https://www.westfall.k12.oh.us/o/wes/article/2014523 to learn more and to complete our Preschool Interest Form, which is available until February 26.

Last call to enter our drawing! Any student who makes a deposit or opens a new account with our Student-Run Credit Union on Friday is automatically entered into a drawing to win a Squishmallow on February 21! Start saving and join the fun for your chance to win!

Update: Due to current road conditions, Westfall Local Schools will be CLOSED today, Thursday, February 20.

To ensure the safety of our students, student drivers, staff, and families and to allow for additional cleanup on many of our district roads, Westfall Local Schools will be operating on a 2-hour delay today, Thursday, February 20. As a result, there will be NO AM Preschool.

If you're interested in enrolling your three- or four-year-old child in Westfall's Preschool program, please visit https://www.westfall.k12.oh.us/o/wes/article/2014523 to learn more and to complete our Preschool Interest Form, which is available until February 26.

In observance of Presidents’ Day, there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 17, 2025. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

Today, we celebrated an afternoon of friendship! Our students showed so much creativity with their decorated boxes. A big thank you to everyone who donated, organized, and helped make these parties a success!

Once again, our Westfall first-graders are collecting Valentines from around the USA and worldwide through the end of February. So far, we have received Valentines from 23 states and eight different countries! We still need Valentines from Alaska, Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, North Dakota, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, and Rhode Island. If anyone lives in these states or has a connection to one of them, we would love a card! Our goal is to get a Valentine from all 50 states. Thank you so much for your time and support in our project! Our address is Westfall Elementary c/o 1st grade 9391 OH-56 W Williamsport, OH 43164

Visit our Book Fair during Parent-Teacher Conferences tonight from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Get ready to shop for great titles while supporting our school library! The Book Fair will also be open after our Friendship Parties tomorrow. See you there!

Tomorrow is the last day to purchase Candy Grams from Student Council! Each Candy Gram costs $1.00 and includes a gourmet lollipop with a personalized message. Parents/Guardians: If you would like to purchase one for your student, please send $1.00 in an envelope along with a note specifying the recipient's name. Student Council members will fill out the card and ensure the Candy Gram is delivered to your student!