BASSETT ELEMENTARY
Main Phone:
440.835.6330
Attendance:
440.835.6331
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CALENDAR
MON. APRIL 15:
Last day to submit Mitchell's gift card orders
Stuffed animal spirit day
TUES. APRIL 16:
7:00 Elementary PTA Forum (PAC)
THURS. APRIL 18:
7:00-8:00 am: Bassett Baking Blast
Home project for Staff Appreciation Week due
Last day of school before spring break
SPRING BREAK
MON. APRIL 29:
School Resumes
APRIL 29-MAY 3:
Talent Show auditions (before school)
Art mounting during art classes
WED. MAY 1:
3rd grade AIR testing (Math)
THURS. MAY 2:
3rd grade AIR testing (Math)
6:00 pm: 4th grade parent meeting
at DIS
7:00 pm: Bassett PTA meeting
FRI. MAY 3:
Last day of PASSPORT program
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QUICK LINKS
4th Grade
Arrival & Dismissal:
Attendance & Absence:
Lunch:
Testing (AIR Test)
Westlake Elementary PTA
Westlake City Schools Calendars:
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STAY CONNECTED
Bassett Remind
Facebook
Twitter
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BLASTS ARE POSTED ONLINE
Every week, the Bassett Blast is posted to Bassett PTA's
Bassett Blast page
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FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Mr. Sanfilippo's Announcements
Spring Break is almost here! 
We are all excited for Spring Break, but first we have four busy days of school. Our last day before Spring Break is
Thursday, April 18. School resumes on Monday, April 29.
Stuffed Animal Spirit Day
Our Student Council is sponsoring a stuffed animal spirit day on
Monday, April 15
. Students may bring a stuffed animal to school!
Please be mindful of the size of the stuffed animal. It should be able to easily sit on your child's desk or table.
4th Grade Permission Form
At the end of the school year, our PTA will provide each 4th grader with a class photo and a t-shirt listing the students' names, 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 form by Thursday, April 18.
4th Grade Events
4th grade has events coming up in May and June to help with the transition to Dover Intermediate School (DIS) and to celebrate the end of 4th grade! The events are listed here.
Talent Show Auditions 
Thank you to our 2nd,
3rd, and 4th graders who submitted the talent show form! Parents will receive an email this week from Mrs. Schillinger that will provide your child's assigned audition day. Auditions will be held during the week of
April 29-May 3
, before school.
If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Essman at essman@wlake.org or Mrs. Schillinger at schillinger@wlake.org.
3rd & 4th Grade Testing
After Spring Break, 3rd and 4th graders will take the State of Ohio Tests (AIR tests) in Math:
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Wednesday, May 1 and
Thursday, May 2 |
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Monday, May 6 and
Tuesday, May 7 |
Additional information is in the testing letter: the 3rd grade letter is here; the 4th grade letter is here
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Crayon and Marker Recycling 
Through the end of the school year, Bassett is collecting broken crayons
and used up markers for recycling through the
Crayon Initiative and the
Crayola ColorCycle program. View
a short video about the Crayola ColorCycle program
here
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Please place broken crayons and used up markers (any brand) in the bins in the front hallway. Thank you to the Bassett staff for coordinating these projects and to Student Council for the bins.
Flyer Connection
Be sure to check out our Flyer Connection at the end the Blast. Flyers are now posted for many youth summer programs in our community.
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LIBRARY UPDATE
Message from Ms. Craven
Library classes will continue through the end of the school year, but circulation of books will end earlier
so there
is time to complete an inventory and begin to pack the books for the new school.
Students will get plenty of books this week so they can do lots of reading during Spring Break.
T
he week after Spring Break, students can check out one book as long as they have returned all other books.
The final day for students to check out books is
Friday, May 3
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All books are due by Friday, May 10
. Overdue notices and bills will go home beginning May 13
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Thank you for your understanding. Westlake Porter Public Library
has a fantastic selection of materials if you would like to supplement your child's reading selection. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Ms. Craven at
cravenk@wlake.org
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FROM THE PTA PRESIDENT
Announcements from Jenn Richards
Bassett PTA Star Player
Congratulations to our final Star Player for the year and for Bassett, our Principal,
Mr. Sanfilippo!
During his four years at Bassett, Mr. Sanfilippo has been an important part of Bassett PTA. We appreciate his enthusiasm, candor, willingness to help, and support of our PTA projects. We have enjoyed our time working together and wish Mr. Sanfilippo all the best as the Principal for preschool and kindergarten at Westlake Elementary School next year.
Mitchell's orders are due!
Don't miss out! Orders for Mitchell's gift cards are due with payment by
Monday, April 15
. Details are in the article below.
Staff Appreciation Week
Staff Appreciation Week is
May 6-10
and we are getting ready!
- Home Project: Students should turn in their completed projects in the envelope by Thursday, April 18. Please see the article below for details or download the information here.
- Dessert & Beverage Donations: We will be providing special refreshments for staff throughout Staff Appreciation Week. If you would like to donate an item, please sign up here.
Elementary PTA Forum
I encourage you to attend the Elementary PTA Forum on
Tuesday, April 16 at 7:00 pm at the Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center. More information is in the article below.
Bassett Baking Blast
Ready...Set...Bake! Let the countdown begin! The Bassett Baking Blast is
Thursday, April 18th at 7:00 am
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- CHEFS should arrive promptly at 7:00 am with 50 samples of their creations.
- TASTE TESTERS should arrive by 7:15 am to test and vote for their favorite dish.
We are excited to welcome Mayor Dennis Clough, Westlake Police and Fire Departments, volunteers from ALDI, and the Action for Healthy Kids Grant Organizers! If you have questions, please contact Chelsea Treboniak at chelseatreboniak@gmail.com.
Art Show & Ice Cream Social
Our annual Art Show & Ice Cream Social is
Wednesday, May 15, 6:00-7:30 pm.
Come see displays of art students have created throughout the year, enjoy a complimentary ice cream sundae, and more! The flyer is here.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed during the week of April 29-May 3 to help 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders mount artwork during their art classes. Sign up here.
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Shout Outs 
Thank you to all who supported our Mitchell's gift card fundraiser.
Thank you to
Ali Chapin
for organizing the Mitchell's fundraiser for our school.
Thank you to Chelsea Treboniak and Sherry Sanfilippo for organizing the Bassett Baking Blast and coordinating the details with ALDI, who is sponsoring this event as part of their Every Kid Healthy program.
Jenn Richards
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STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK 
May 6-10
During the week of
May 6-10, we will recognize our groovy Bassett staff in a variety of fun and creative ways!
This year we have a
60's theme, "Peace, Love and Bassett!", to pay tribute to when Bassett first opened its doors in 1967.
Home Project - Due by April 18
In preparation for Staff Appreciation Week, last week your child received a brown envelope that contained 2
sheets of cardstock with a flower and heart.
- Your child is asked to color the flower or heart and to write a short note for their teacher. Please cut out the flower/heart and be sure to include your child's name and classroom.
- Staff Appreciation Week is a time to recognize ALL staff. Please encourage your child to also submit flowers or hearts for other Bassett staff, such as specials teachers, intervention teachers, counselors, assistants, custodial staff, cafeteria staff, and office staff.
- The Bassett staff list is here.
- You can download additional copies of the flower and heart here.
- If you have older children who attended Bassett, they are also invited to submit flowers and hearts for our staff! The flower and heart especially for Bassett alumni to use is here.
- Please submit completed flowers and hearts at the Bassett office in the brown envelope that was provided by Thursday, April 18. Flowers and hearts will be displayed around the school for Staff Appreciation Week.
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MITCHELL'S GIFT CARD  FUNDRAISER
Orders due by April 15
LAST CALL! Bassett is teaming up with Mitchell's Homemade Ice Cream to offer gift cards with 25% of the profit going to Bassett and Westlake Elementary PTAs.
Gift cards never expire and are good at any Mitchell's location. 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 Monday, April 15. Please make checks payable to Bassett PTA.
Distribution of Gift Cards
Gift cards will be sent home the week of April 29 in a sealed envelope with your child. If you would prefer a different delivery method, please contact Ali Chapin or Alice McIntyre.
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ELEMENTARY PTA FORUM
April 16, PAC
As we get closer to the opening of the new elementary school, there are many exciting details to share about the school and the PTA!
The Elementary PTA Transition Team invites you to the final
Elementary PTA Forum on Tuesday, April 16 at 7:00 pm at the Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center. Please submit your questions
here
in advance of the forum.
The agenda will include:
- Updates on the new school from Alex Fleming (Director of Academic Services for PreK-Grade 6) and Kim Tucker (Principal of Hilliard Elementary)
If you have questions about the proposed bylaws and standing rules, please contact Mary Essig, Westlake Council of PTAs Parliamentarian, at
essig6@roadrunner.com
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PASSPORT PROGRAM 
Bassett's
PASSPORT program encourages kids to be active in a variety of fun and creative ways! We have 3 weeks remaining in the program.
Don't forget about filling in the green PASSPORT booklet.
Now that it's spring, there are more opportunities to be active outdoors!
More information about how to fill in the booklet is here.
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Prize Drawings
There are prize drawings for students who achieved a stamp during the previous week!
Dates for prize drawings are April 15, and May 6.
Encourage your child to get moving for a chance to win a Dick's Sporting Goods gift card, moon hopper, scooter board, jump rope, hula hoop and more!
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SPRING FLOWER SALE
Order by May 1
Westlake Council of PTAs' Spring Flower Sale fundraiser is going on now, in partnership with Dean's Greenhouse.
Choose from a great selection of flowers, vegetables, herbs, hanging baskets, and more! You can also purchase gift certificates.
- View the selection and place your order here. The deadline to order is Wednesday, May 1.
- Order pick-up is Thursday, May 9 at the Parkside Building, 24525 Hilliard Blvd.
If you have questions, please contact Lori Jolliffe at jljlj.jolliffe@gmail.com or 440-465-3303 (call or text).
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DR. LISA DAMOUR 
May 7, PAC
Back by popular demand! Westlake Council of PTAs is thrilled to welcome Dr. Lisa Damour to our community on Tuesday, May 7 at 7:00 pm at the Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center. Admission is free.
Dr. Damour is a psychologist, author, monthly New York Times columnist, and regular contributor to CBS News.
Her books include New York Times bestsellers,
Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls
(published this year) and
Untangled: Guiding Teenage Girls Through the Seven Transitions into Adulthood
. Under Pressure will be available for purchase and signing after the presentation.
If you have questions, please contact Dawn Evans, Westlake Council of PTAs Programming Chair at devansbk@gmail.com.
Westlake Council of PTAs is able to provide this program free of charge because of your generous support of our fundraising efforts. Thank you!
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A TASTE OF WESTLAKE
May 16,
Doubletree by Hilton
You are invited to A Taste of Westlake
on
Thursday, May 16
, 6:30-9:30 pm at the Doubletree by Hilton in Westlake.
Come enjoy a sampling of specialties from over 30 local restaurants, cash bar, music, and more! Check out our list of
participating restaurants
here
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This event will benefit Citizens for Westlake Schools.
Tickets now on sale!
Purchase tickets here. Tickets are $50 per person.
Questions/Volunteers
If you have questions or would like to help with A Taste of Westlake, please contact Liz Pirnat at 216-374-8945 or
liz@pirnat.com.
Citizens for Westlake Schools is an all-volunteer organization comprised of people who are passionate about education, dedicated to providing Westlake students with the resources to be successful in school and life, and committed to maintaining excellence in our schools.
Funds raised by Citizens for Westlake Schools help support ballot initiatives for Westlake City Schools.
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WESTLAKE MUSIC BOOSTERS 
Westlake Music Boosters supports Westlake Schools music programs and teachers from pre-K through 12th grade. Visit the
Music Boosters website
for more information.
Dining Fundraiser at Chipotle
Show your support for Westlake Music Boosters by dining at the Westlake Chipotle, 29990 Detroit Rd on
Monday, April 15, 4:00-8:00 pm.
See the flyer for details.
Music a la Mode
Music a la Mode is Saturday, May 11 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. The concert schedule is
here.
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Donations Needed for Raffle!
Music a la Mode is the largest fundraiser for Westlake Music Boosters. 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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