BASSETT ELEMENTARY
Main Phone:
440.835.6330
Attendance:
440.835.6331
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CALENDAR
THURSDAY DEC. 13
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2:20-3:20 pm: Math Club
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 19:
1:15 and 7:00 pm:
2nd grade Nutcracker
9:00-11:30 am: 4th grade Service Day
1:15-2:00 pm: Winter class parties (K-3)
LAST DAY before Winter Break
DEC. 22-JAN 6:
Winter Break
MONDAY JAN. 7:
School resumes
Last day to bring Coats for Kids donations
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ABOUT THE BASSETT BLAST
Our Bassett Blast reference sheet is
here.
Every week, the Bassett Blast is posted to Bassett PTA's
Bassett Blast web page
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FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Mr. Sanfilippo's Announcements
December Events 
Our December events include:
2nd grade Nutcracker (Dec. 19),
4th grade Service Day (Dec. 21), and
Winter Class Parties for grades K-3 (Dec. 21).
Please see the articles below for details about these events!
Your child may also have special activities coming up that are classroom-specific; be sure to read any communications from your child's teacher.
Math Club 
If your child is in Math Club, please note that
Thursday, December 13 is
the last day of Math Club until after winter break. Math Club will
not
meet on Thursday, December 20.
IB Newsletter
Our December IB Newsletter highlights
how giving students a voice and choice
helps them become independent, lifelong learners.
The Newsletter also provides information about the learner profile attribute and IB attitude on which we are focusing during December (reflective and independence), including activities you can do at home. If you have questions, please contact our IB Coordinator, Mrs. Wadden, at waddend@wlake.org.
Sharing Cultural Heritages: Winter Celebrations
No matter what our cultural history is, we all celebrate special occasions during the winter season!
We invite you to
share with us what winter holidays your family participates in, and how you celebrate. Please submit your responses here.
Coats for Kids Service Project 
Through January
7, Bassett is collecting new and gently-used children's coats for Coats for Kids. There is a blue donation barrel near the main entrance. The flyer is
here
. Learn more about Coats for Kids at coatsforkidscleveland.org.
This service project is coordinated by Student Council.
If you have questions, please contact Mrs. DeAnna at
deanna@wlake.org
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Cards for Mrs. DeCoste
If you or your child have a card, note, or picture for Mrs. DeCoste, please send it in to the office and we will deliver it to her.
Mrs. DeCoste was recently awarded the Westlake City School District's Excellence in Teaching award!
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FROM THE PTA PRESIDENT
Announcements from Jenn Richards
WINTER CLASS PARTIES
Winter class parties are
Friday, December 21, 1:15-2:00 pm for grades K-3.
Volunteers Needed!
Parent volunteers are needed for each K-3 classroom.
Sign up to help here.
Please note that 4th grade is having Service Day instead of a party. Details are in the article below.
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Shout Out
Thanks to all who attended our December PTA meeting!
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2ND GRADE NUTCRACKER
The Bassett 2nd grade classes will present a musical adaptation of Peter I. Tchaikovsky's ballet, "The Nutcracker Suite" on
Wednesday, December 19 in the gymnasium.
- The daytime performance for the Bassett School students is at 1:15 pm.
- The evening performance for families is at 7:00 pm. (Please bring your child to school at 6:30 pm.)
All children have a significant role in the musical performance and are involved in a dance! Costume information is
here.
Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed 30 minutes prior to the daytime and evening performances to help with costumes and makeup. If you can help with either or both performances, please contact Mrs. Schillinger at
schillinger@wlake.org.
Reception
There will be a reception in the cafeteria immediately following the evening performance. If you are able, we would appreciate a donation of the following:
- Mrs. Blayney's class: a dozen cookies to share
- Mrs. Spieth's class: a dozen cookies to share
- Mrs. Essman's class: A 2-liter bottle of Sprite or 7 Up to share
Questions
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Schillinger at
schillinger@wlake.org or 440.899.3075 ext. 2458. Thank you for your support!
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4TH GRADE SERVICE DAY
Friday, Dec. 21
It has become a tradition for Bassett 4th grade classes to have a Service Day on the last day of school before winter break, instead of a party.
As the classes wrap up their government unit, Service Day is a culminating activity in which students apply their knowledge and understanding of being responsible citizens in the community by taking action.
Our Service Day is Friday, December 21, 9:00-11:30 am
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Service Day Projects
Students will work on the following service projects:
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- Blankets for a nursing home
- Placemats for a nursing home
- Dog and cat toys for an animal shelter
- Letters for Westlake police and firefighters
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Volunteer at Service Day! 
Parent volunteers are needed to assist students with the service projects. Sign up to help here
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Rings from milk/juice cartons needed 
For the dog and cat toys, we are collecting plastic rings from milk and juice cartons. Students can turn in rings to their teacher.
Thank you for your support!
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WESTLAKE COUNCIL OF PTAS
Holiday Shopping
Westlake Bracelets & Necklaces
Show your Westlake spirit with custom-made bracelets & necklaces by Crystal Moon Designs! The selection includes Westlake, Bassett, Dover, Hilliard, and Holly Lane bracelets and necklaces!
- Order by Tuesday December 11 to get your items by Christmas. (New deadline!)
Shopping Days at Dean's 
Through December 15, you can shop at
Dean's Greenhouse
in support of Westlake Council of PTAs! When you check out, simply let them know that you are shopping for
Westlake Council of PTAs and we will receive a portion of the sale.
Thank you for your support! Westlake Council of PTAs' fundraisers make it possible to provide programming on current topics of interest for our students, parents, and community.
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FOUNDERS' DAY 
Time for nominations!
Founders' Day is the opportunity to recognize and thank individual PTA members who have made a difference in our children's lives. You are encouraged to nominate someone who deserves to be recognized.
The online nomination form is here.
The Founders' Day awards are:
- Ohio PTA Achievement Award
(one award given by each Westlake PTA unit: Bassett, Dover, Hilliard, Holly Lane, DIS, LBMS, WHS, Early Childhood, Council)
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Nominations are due by
Wednesday, January 16. Nominees and nominators must be current PTA members.
The Founders' Day dinner is Thursday, February 21. Details are coming soon.
If you have questions, please contact Mary Macias at
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WESTLAKE DEMONS ATHLETIC
 BOOSTERS
Spirit Wear Sale
You have another opportunity to shop at the Westlake Demons Athletic Boosters' Holiday Spirit Wear Sale!
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Wednesday, Dec. 12:
6:00-8:00 pm
The sale is in The W Shop at Westlake High School.
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Great new merchandise! Great holiday gifts! Gift certificates available!
The flyer is here.
More information about Westlake Demons Athletic Boosters is
here
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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.
Become a member
Concerts this week
Here are this week's holiday concerts at the Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center:
Westlake High School choral concert:
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Dec. 10, 7:00 pm
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6th grade band/orchestra concert:
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Dec. 11, 7:00 pm
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7th grade band/choral/orchestra concert:
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Dec. 12, 7:00 pm
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Westlake High School band concert:
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Dec. 13, 7:00 pm
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There will be a Music Boosters membership table in the PAC lobby at all concerts.
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Project Link Enrichment Activities:
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BASSETT ELEMENTARY PTA COMMUNICATIONS
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