BASSETT ELEMENTARY
Main Phone:
440.835.6330
Attendance:
440.835.6331
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CALENDAR
APRIL 23-27:
Artwork mounting during art classes
MONDAY, APRIL 23:
8:30 am: 3rd grade state testing
(English Language Arts)
5:30 pm: Board of Education meeting at Bassett
7:00 pm: Dr. Lisa Damour's program
(Westlake Schools PAC)
TUESDAY, APRIL 24
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8:30 am: 3rd grade state testing
(Math)
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25:
8:30 am: 3rd grade state testing
(Math)
FRIDAY, APRIL 26:
8:30 am: 4th grade state testing
(Math)
FRIDAY, APRIL 27:
8:30 am: 4th grade state testing
(Math)
9:40 am: 2nd grade field trip to Lake Erie Nature & Science Center
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QUICK LINKS
Arrival & Dismissal:
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FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Mr. Sanfilippo's Announcements
Please use our Blast as a resource and refer to the Bassett Calendar for date information so you know what's happening! We update the calendar every week and keep it linked to every Bassett Blast.
3rd & 4th Grade Testing
State testing continues this week for 3rd and 4th graders.
- ATTENTION 3RD GRADE PARENTS: The 3rd grade testing schedule is updated (see below). Because of a statewide problem with the testing site on April 18, we had to postpone the English Language Arts testing scheduled for that day.
Testing dates are shown below. Please note that
testing begins at 8:30 am
. Headphones are needed for Math testing.
3RD GRADE:
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MONDAY,
April 23
[UPDATED DATE]
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English Language Arts
Part 2
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TUESDAY,
April 24:
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Math Part 1
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WEDNESDAY,
April 25:
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Math Part 2
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*3rd grade will swap lunch/recess times with 1st grade on testing days.
4TH GRADE:
THURSDAY,
April 26:
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Math Part 1 |
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FRIDAY,
April 27:
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Math Part 2 |
*4th grade will swap lunch/recess times with 2nd grade on testing days.
Thank you for your patience with testing. If you have questions, please contact our counselor, Mrs. Haworth at
haworthm@wlake.org.
2nd Grade Field Trip
Our 2nd grade classes are going to Lake Erie Nature & Science Center on
Friday, April 27
at 9:40 am for a program about forces and motion. Students should bring a packed lunch and drink in a disposable bag. Please make sure the bag is labeled with your child's name and class.
4th Grade Permission Form
Our PTA would like to provide each 4th grader with a class photo and a t-shirt listing each student's name, at no cost.
In order for your child to be part of the photo and have his/her name on the t-shirt, written permission is needed from a parent/guardian.
Please submit the permission slip by Friday, April 27.
4th Grade Dates
4th grade has activities coming up to help prepare students for the transition to Dover Intermediate School (DIS) and celebrate the end of 4th grade! The dates are listed
here.
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FROM THE PTA PRESIDENT
Liz Pirnat's Announcements
Volunteers Needed! 
Our Art Show & Ice Cream Social is coming up on May 2. There are a few different ways you can help!
- THIS WEEK volunteers are needed to help 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders mount artwork during art classes. Sign up to help here.
- Volunteers are also needed to help hang artwork on May 1 and help at the event on May 2. Sign up to help here.
Please see the Art Show article below for additional details.
Star Players
Congratulations to our Bassett PTA star players for April, Elaine Alramahi and Gwen Sanchez!
Elaine and Gwen were our Book Club co-chairs. They coordinated the details of Book Club and made it an enjoyable activity for the kids.
Elaine and Gwen, and the star players for the other PTA units were recognized at last week's Westlake Council of PTAs meeting.
Bassett PTA Shout Out
Thank you to Mrs. Haworth and Mrs. Pace for coordinating testing spirit week!
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MITCHELL'S GIFT CARD FUNDRAISER
Orders due by May 2
Don't miss out! Bassett PTA is teaming up with Mitchell's Homemade Ice Cream to offer gift cards with 25% of the profit going to Bassett PTA.
The gift cards never expire and are valid at any Mitchell's location! Ask your neighbors! Ask your friends! Ask your family! A $10 gift card to Learning Express will be awarded to the TOP THREE sellers.
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Ordering Information
The order form was sent home and it is here.
Order forms are due with payment by
Wednesday, May 2
. Please make checks payable to Bassett PTA.
Distribution of Gift Cards
Gift cards will be sent home the following week in a sealed envelope with your child. If you would prefer a different delivery method, please contact
Jen Jones.
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ART SHOW & ICE CREAM SOCIAL
May 2, 6:00-7:30 pm
Bassett's annual Art Show & Ice Cream Social is Wednesday, May 2, 6:00-7:30 pm.
Enjoy a complimentary sundae while exploring art that students have created throughout the year.
There will be hands-on projects to make and take home in the art room, as well as a photo booth (with props!) for picture opportunities in the cafeteria. Stop by the gymnasium to view a display of the collaborative piece created by students during this year's Artist in Residence Program.
The flyer is
here
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We are still in need of volunteers to help students in grades 2-4 mount artwork for the Art Show during regularly scheduled art classes this week (April 23-27).
Sign up to help here.
We are also in need of volunteers to help hang artwork on May 1 in preparation for the event,
and to help on May 2 at the event.
Sign up to help here.
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GARDEN CLUB
Starts May 3
Bassett's Garden Club will meet on Thursdays, 2:20-3:30 pm, on May 3, 10, 17, and 24.
Thank you to everyone who signed up! We had an amazing response and
Garden Club is full.
Special thanks to parents who indicated they can volunteer at Garden Club! Your help is so appreciated!
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JUMP ROPE FOR HEART
UPDATE
Message from Nancy Brown
(American Heart Association CEO)
:
On behalf of the American Heart Association and the millions of Americans we serve, thank you very much for your school's donation of
$5,655. Families and schools are critical links in providing the foundation for cardiovascular wellness in our country. By holding this event at your school each year, you raise awareness about heart-healthy living. And you help us fund more lifesaving scientific research and critically needed education efforts. Thank you.
Almost every family in America is touched by heart disease or stroke, and your school's contribution will significantly impact our fight against these devastating illnesses.
We hope that you, your faculty and your students found this lifesaving effort rewarding and enjoyable. You are touching so many lives - and life is why we exist as an organization. Your help and support are greatly appreciated, and we look forward to partnering again with you next year!
From Mr. O'Doherty (Bassett's Physical Education Teacher):
I would like to personally thank the Bassett community for your generosity and continued support of this great cause. In the 14 years I have been involved, Bassett has raised over $87,000 for JRFH. That is truly outstanding! In addition your efforts have earned our school a $500 gift certificate to purchase new PE equipment. So as well as saving lives you are helping support the Physical Education program at our school.
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BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
April 23,
5:30 pm, Bassett
The Westlake Board of Education will meet on Monday, April 23 at 5:30 pm in the Bassett Elementary gymnasium. The meeting is open to the public. The agenda is
here.
SURVEY ABOUT INTERNET SAFETY TRAINING
In conjunction with the Westlake Police Department, Westlake City Schools are considering expanding
internet safety training for parents
. We have heard informally that parents would benefit from understanding options they have to restrict internet usage for their children.
To gather information about what types of training you may find useful,
please complete this anonymous survey here.
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April 23, 7:00 pm, PAC
MONDAY! Westlake Council of PTAs is excited to welcome Dr. Lisa Damour to our community on
Monday, April 23 at 7:00 pm at the Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center. Doors open at 6:30 pm; a large crowd is expected.
The program is free, but please make sure to pre-register here.
A limited number of copies of Dr. Damour's book,
Untangled, will be available for purchase for $15 at the event (cash or check payable to Westlake Council of PTAs).
Dr. Damour will be available to sign books, so feel free to purchase one that evening or bring your own copy.
Dr. Damour is a psychologist,
author, monthly New York Times columnist, and regular contributor to CBS News. She
draws on years of clinical experience and the latest research to provide practical guidance about children and the journey in raising them.
Learn more about Dr. Damour
here
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WESTLAKE COUNCIL OF PTAs FUNDRAISERS
Westlake Council of PTAs' fundraisers make it possible to provide programming on current topics of interest for our students, parents, and community!
Thank you to everyone who ordered from our annual plant and flower sale! Please plan to pick-up your items on
F
riday, May 4, 4:30-6:00 pm at the Parkside Building, 24525 Hilliard Blvd (unless you signed up for delivery).
Westlake Night at the Crushers 
Bring your family for an exciting night at the Lake Erie Crushers game on
Saturday, June 9.
Purchase tickets here
and use the password WestlakeSchools.
Everyone purchasing tickets by May 25 will be entered into a drawing for a chance to be the "Play Ball" kid, guest announcer, guest manager, and other exciting opportunities.
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MUSIC A LA MODE 
May 12,
Westlake Schools PAC
Music a la Mode is
Saturday, May 12 at the Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center. Music a la Mode is a day of concerts showcasing all Westlake City Schools music groups from grades 5-12.
More information is
here
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The concert schedule is
here
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Information about the Instrument Petting Zoo is
here
. Sign up to help here.
Music a la
Mode is the largest fundraiser for
Westlake Music Boosters
. Westlake Music Boosters supports Westlake City Schools music programs from preK-12th grade!
If you would like to donate a gift basket, gift card, item, or service to the Music a la Mode raffle, please contact Amy Mogyordy at
216.402.7318 or amy@madisoneyecare.com.
Donations will be collected through the end of April.
Thank you for your support of music in our schools!
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It's never too late to join Westlake Music Boosters! Membership information is
here.
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Election day is
Tuesday, May 8
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- Candidate Information - The League of Women Voters has nonpartisan information here. Input your address and get specific information for your ballot.
- Judge Information
- Judge4Yourself - The Judicial Candidates Rating Coalition works with the four bar associations to give ratings on all judges.
- Judicial Votes Count - Learn about Ohio's judicial system, what judges do, why your vote is important and what the qualifications are of candidates running for judgeships in your community.
- Not sure where your polling place is? Find your polling place here.
Make sure you are an informed voter!
Liz Pirnat, Westlake Council of PTAs Advocacy Chair.
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