PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Principal Disch
Hopefully, everyone was able to enjoy the three-day weekend!
 
Just to clarify, the information sent out about registration last week is only for families who are not currently enrolled. Current students do not need to re-register. For students who are currently attending WUES, we will send out a “See you in August” form in the next few weeks to help us accurately project how many teachers we will need in each grade level. 
 
Good luck to all the 4th graders who are taking the Writing STAAR exam next Tuesday, April 6th. They have been working hard to hone their writing skills and we know they will do great.
 
No school on Friday – enjoy another three-day weekend!
 

Scott C. Disch
Principal
PTO'S MESSAGE
Hope everyone is having a nice week! 

A HUGE thank you and a BIG hug to Tomica Fontelroy-Linzer from the PTO. From being the friendly and welcoming presence at the front office to dressing up as a sandwich for SBoC, Tomica has always gone above and beyond to support our school. We will greatly miss her, but we wish her the best on her next adventure! 

Please mark your calendar for our next general PTO meeting on April 13th. During this meeting we will vote to approve the proposed 2021-2022 PTO Executive Board. It is a great group of parents who will help run the PTO next year. In addition, Dish Society will be doing a spirit night with us on the 13th. Check back next week for all the details. 

Enjoy your long weekend. Happy Easter and Passover!

Olivia Benitez
PTO President 2020-21
CALENDAR
PTO & SCHOOL NEWS
Announcements + Events
HISD SPIRIT DAY- HOUSTON TO THE FINAL FOUR!
Who: All

What: The University of Houston men's basketball team advanced to the Final Four in the NCAA Tournament!

When: HISD Spirit Day to cheer on our home team is this Thursday, April 1st

How: Everyone is encouraged to show your support and team spirit by wearing your Cougar gear OR other red attire and accessories with your jeans.

More Info: Post your photos — with everyone masked and physically distanced — on social media using #HISDCougars.
Or WUES Students can send their pictures to info@westupto.org to be featured on our school's social media pages.
WUES SOCIABLE -
OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE NEW
Who: WUES Parents

What: The popular "Out with the Old, In with the New" is back again this year! We are so excited to welcome back Valerie Koehler from Blue Willow Bookshop who will present her famous "must read" summer list to the group and have the titles available for purchase.

When: Wednesday, April 28th 11:00am-12:00pm

Where: Online | Zoom link and book list will be sent prior to event.


More Info: The Blue Willow Bookshop Sociable is hosted by Kelly Butler. Please contact Kelly for any questions at kelly.butler@ryan.com
K - 2nd GRADE AUTHOR VISIT
Who: K - 2nd grade students

What: Julie Beasley will be reading her book “My Name is a Hurricane?” and talking ALL about hurricanes -- how hurricanes form, how they are named and why, ways adults and kids help with hurricane relief, and much more. Also, she will be reading her latest book “Winona and Gus and the Coronavirus” which is illustrated by fellow WUES parent, and creator of YardPeeps, Robyn Goldstein.

When: TOMORROW, April 1st from 12:00 - 1:00pm

Where: In your child's classroom in person and virtual

How: Signed and personalized “My Name is a Hurricane?” and
“H is for Harvey” books are available through Blue Willow Bookshop here:

Signed and personalized copies of “Winona and Gus and the Coronavirus” are available here:
http://www.juliebeasley.com/#/winona-gus-the-coronavirus/

More Info: For questions or concerns, please contact WUES librarian Melissa McMillan at mmcmilla@houstonisd.org
WUES SOCIABLE - SPRING COOKIE DECORATING CLASS
Who: Everyone

What: Tiny's No. 5, is a chef driven restaurant and bakery that believes in food that feels fresh, rustic and beautiful. In their classes you'll work together with other students in a fun, hands-on environment led by professional chef instructor and they will teach you how to decorate sugar cookies from start to finish!

When: Saturday April 10th at 11:00 am

Where: Cookie Decorating Class Signup | Online via Zoom
Cost is $45 per kit.

More Info: Please contact the Sociables Team at sociables@westupto.org
PTO MONEY AT WORK
Each week in this section, we will highlight how our PTO supports our school. Your PTO membership directly impacts our students. Join today!

Great teachers help create great students. On-going professional development for teachers is important to keep teachers current on new research, on how children learn, emerging technology tools for the classroom, new curriculum resources and more. 
 
The PTO is proud to support professional development programs throughout the academic year for our teachers’ continuous learning.

Keep up the MOMENTum!
Gabriella Chumpitazi - March 29

Sebastian Francis - March 29

Jack Carrere - March 31
Jack Gannon - March 31

Oliver Wilder - April 1

Collier Fitch - April 2

Margaret Prescott - April 3
Patrick Toups - April 3

Oliver Britt - April 4

Leyre Calvo-Alegria - April 4

Tanner Saunders - April 4
Community | Announcements + Events
SUPPORT WEST U PARKS!
Who: Everyone

What: Golf Tournament, Silent Auction and Raffle benefiting Friends of West U Parks

When: Friday April 16th, 2021

Where: Wildcat Golf Club

How: Join your neighbors for a round of golf on April 16th at Wildcat Golf Club! Even if you're not a golfer, there are still plenty of ways to participate! Raffle tickets are available now, and an online silent auction will open on April 9th. Registration and more details are available online.

For questions or concerns, please contact Christine Parker at
PERSHING MIDDLE SCHOOL - SWIM GYM
Who: Future Pershing Pandas

What: Calling all Future Pershing Pandas! Would you like to improve swimming skills and learn to play water polo and volleyball? If you're interested in taking Swim Gym PE in 2021-22, you must try out to secure your spot. Swim Gym can be taken in place of or in addition to your student’s required PE.

When: Tryouts next month: April 7th, 14th, 21st, or 28th from
4:00 - 4:30pm. See flyer for more info.

Where: Pershing Middle School

More Info: Contact Coach Snook at Dave.snook@houstonisd.org if you have any questions.
PERSHING MIDDLE SCHOOL - INCOMING 6th GRADE VIRTUAL PARENT MEETING & COURSE REQUEST FORM
Who: All incoming 6th grade parents and students for Pershing Middle School

What: Please join us for an informational meeting discussing, general campus details, academic placement, information elective, selection process, and more.

When: TOMORROW, Thursday, April 1st at 6:00pm

Where: Microsoft TEAMS - Link to Teams Meeting: https://tinyurl.com/4jddcffd

Contact Info: For questions and concerns please contact Diana Schilling at schilling_louise@yahoo.com

Course Request Form: Please find the google link to the course request form: https://forms.gle/NGyrxSVcj9BALqXK9
Taking a MOMENT to thank our Corporate Sponsors!