BASSETT ELEMENTARY
Main Phone:
440.835.6330
Attendance:
440.835.6331
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CALENDAR
TUES. APRIL 9:
3rd grade English Language Arts testing
WED. APRIL 10:
3rd grade English Language Arts testing
THURS. APRIL 11:
4th
grade English Language Arts testing
FRI. APRIL 12:
4th
grade English Language Arts testing
Last day to submit Talent Show form (2nd, 3rd & 4th graders)
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
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QUICK LINKS
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
3rd & 4th Grade Testing
This week, our 3rd and 4th graders will take the State of Ohio Tests (AIR tests) in English Language Arts (ELA):
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Tuesday, April 9 and
Wednesday, April 10 |
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Thursday, April 11 and
Friday, April 12 |
Please note that testing begins at 8:30 am.
A testing letter was sent home that provides additional information: the 3rd grade letter is here; the 4th grade letter is here
. Students will take the Math AIR tests in May.
Report Cards
Your child's report card was sent home on Friday in a large white envelope. Please keep the report card, but
sign the envelope and return it to school this week. If you have questions about the report card, please email your child's teacher.
Talent Show Form
Our "Bassett Through the Ages" talent show is Friday, May 24. If your 2nd, 3rd or 4th grader is interested in auditioning, please be sure to submit the bottom portion of the talent show form by Friday, April 12.
If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Essman at essman@wlake.org or Mrs. Schillinger at schillinger@wlake.org.
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 Events
Attention 4th grade families! Watch for a special Blast at the end of this week that will provide information about 4th grade events coming up in May and June.
IB Newsletter
Our April IB Newsletter highlights Bassett's
Art and Music programs and how they
enhance student growth and learning across the curriculum. Be sure to check out the short video links from Mrs. Laurenty's art classes and Mrs. Schillinger's music classes!
During April,
principled and
integrity are the learner profile attribute and IB attitude on which we are focusing. Page 2 of the
Newsletter includes ideas for helping your child develop these characteristics.
If you have questions, please contact our IB Coordinator, Mrs. Wadden, at
waddend@wlake.org
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FROM THE PTA PRESIDENT
Announcements from Jenn Richards
Staff Appreciation Week
Staff Appreciation Week is
May 6-10 and we are starting to get ready! Because of the timing of Spring Break, students will receive their envelope
this week that contains a special project to work on at home. See the article below for details!
DIS PTA Meeting
4th grade parents are invited to attend the DIS PTA meeting on
Thursday, April 11 at 7:00 pm in the DIS library. Come learn more about DIS and the DIS PTA.
Elementary PTA Forum
I encourage you to attend the next Elementary PTA Forum on
Tuesday, April 16 at the Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center. More information is in the article below.
Bassett Baking Blast
The Bassett Baking Blast is Thursday, April 18. If your child is a Chef and/or Taster, you should have received an email from Chelsea Treboniak last week. If you have questions, please contact Chelsea at
chelseatreboniak@gmail.com
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Art Show & Ice Cream Social 
SAVE THE DATE! Bassett's 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.
Parent volunteers will be needed to help mount artwork starting right after Spring Break. Watch for a signup link in the April 14 Blast.
Shout Outs 
Thank you to everyone who attended the PTA meeting on Thursday!
Thank you to Jennifer Orley for organizing our Staff Appreciation Week home project!
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, this week your child will bring home a brown envelope that contains 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
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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PASSPORT PROGRAM 
Bassett's
PASSPORT program encourages kids to be active in a variety of fun and creative ways! We have 4 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 on Mondays for students who achieved a stamp during the previous week!
Dates for prize drawings: April 8, 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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BIG KID RESALE 
April 13, WHS
Westlake's Big Kid Resale is
Saturday, April 13, 8:00 am-noon at Westlake High School.
This sale features gently used kids' clothing (5T-juniors), toys, games, books, sports equipment, furniture, and more.
Admission is $5 from 8:00-9:00 am and $1 from 9:00 am-noon. Cash sales only. Please, no bills larger than $20. Small bills appreciated at the door.
The Big Kid Resale is sponsored by
Holly Lane Elementary PTA
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bigkidresalewestlake@gmail.com
. Information is posted on Facebook here.
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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.
- Come hear updates on the new school from Westlake City Schools administrators.
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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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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SPRING FLOWER SALE
Going on now!
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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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.
Tri-C DownBeat Jazz Education Day
Westlake High School Jazz Bands are hosting a Tri-C DownBeat Jazz Education Day on
Tuesday, April 9 featuring t
he One O'Clock Lab Band from the University of North Texas. Eight area jazz bands will come to WHS to attend master classes.
One O'Clock Lab Band will perform an evening concert at 7:00 pm on April 9 at the Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $15 for adults; students are free. More information and the ticket link are here. This event is part of Tri-C JazzFest.
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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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 25 local restaurants, cash bar, music, and more!
Our list of participating restaurants is growing fast! Check it out
here
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This event will benefit Citizens for Westlake Schools.
Tickets
Tickets will be available for purchase online very soon! As soon as the ticket link is live, it will be posted on our
Facebook event page
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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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