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April 28, 2021
Highlights of the week:
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Undies for Everyone! Service project & author visit
- Note asynchronous learning days in May.
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A special congratulations to our PTO, who received two awards at the Volunteers in Public Schools 50th Anniversary virtual banquet last week. PTO earned the Golden Apple Volunteer Service Award that commemorated organizations with a longstanding commitment to serving HISD students and families. WUES PTO was also awarded the Jean Davis Myers Volunteer Service award for a variety of reasons, but most notably for organizing the Souper Bowl of Caring event that raised nearly $60,000 to supply campus food pantries throughout HISD. You can view the presentation here – fast forward 45 minutes to see the PTO get recognized. Here’s a quick blog/video that summarizes the history of the VIPS program and the role Jean Davis Myers played in organizing volunteers in public schools. A big thank you to Olivia Benitez for her leadership and all those on PTO this year and previous years for the countless hours committed to make our school a special place for students and parents.
HISD announced last week that Friday, May 28th, will be an asynchronous learning day. Students will complete learning activities at home at their own pace, as teachers will participate in professional development. This is a recent adjustment from previously released calendars.
For our virtual learners, we are holding a materials distribution today, April 28th, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you aren’t able to make it during that time, the bags can be found in the front office.
Have a wonderful rest of your week.
Scott C. Disch
Principal
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Good Morning!
Our last service project of the year Undies for Everyone is underway! Be sure to order your undies and book today. Carrying on the West U tradition of service with a smile, the West U administrators bring you this video to encourage you to help us get Undies for Everyone! Thanks for your continued support!
A SHOUT OUT to our volunteer team lead by Alexa Burrow this year. We appreciate all you have done for the school, teachers and our kids!
- VP Volunteers - Alexa Burrow
- Hospitality - Kelley Brown, Stephanie Kusinski, Marilyn Somers, Courtney Bucy, Elly Jukes and Kristen Gary
- Library Volunteer - Barbara Marin
- Art Volunteer - Meg Roubaud
- New Family - Kathleen Graf and Kelly Frew
- Red Apple - Melissa Goodman and Ilona Carson
- West U 101 - Nancy Kate Prescott, Katherine Plumb and Emily Leitch
Enjoy the rest of your week!
Olivia Benitez
PTO President 2020-21
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Looking ahead to some key upcoming dates.
PLAN NOW!
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APRIL
TODAY, Wednesday 28th
-"A Brief History of Underpants", Christine Van Zandt
(Author virtual visit during school hours)
-WUES Materials Pickup | Virtual Learning Students Only
(8:00am - 12:00pm)
-NOW - Friday 30th
WUES Service Project - Undies for Everyone
MAY
Monday 3rd
First Day of the Sixth 6-weeks Grading Period
Tuesday, 4th
WUES PTO Executive Meeting (9:00 - 10:00am | Virtual)
Tuesday, 11th
K-2 students - work asynchronously at home
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WUES PTO General Meeting (7:00 - 8:00pm | Virtual)
Wednesday, 12th
K-2 students - work asynchronously at home
Monday 17th & Tuesday 18th
WUES Kendra Scott Gives Back 2- Day Event
Thursday 20th
WUES Science & Math Night (5:30 - 7:30pm | Virtual)
Friday 28th
HISD & WUES Asynchronous learning day for all
(Teachers will communicate the assignments for the day via email)
Monday 31st
Memorial Day (No School)
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LET'S GET UNDIES FOR EVERYONE!
SERVICE PROJECT & AUTHOR VISIT
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Who: Everyone!
What: Let’s get Undies for Everyone!
In the final service project for the year, we are supporting this amazing organization by purchasing BRAND NEW undies that will be delivered directly to Undies for Everyone. Undies are often overlooked but can help lead to a child's success. One pair may be just the change a person needs.
You can also purchase an autographed copy of "A Brief History of Underpants".
When: Now - THIS Friday, April 30th, 2021
How: Support Undies for Everyone two ways!
1) Purchase Undies via the Amazon wish list
2) Order a signed copy of "A Brief History of Underpants" book for $10. $5 of each book purchase will go to Undies for Everyone. The book is available for purchase through May 7th.
Both links can be found on the West U website.
More Info: **When you check out be sure to indicate that Undies are shipped DIRECTLY to the Undies for Everyone (UFE) Gift Registry address on file!**
AUTHOR VISIT: "A Brief History of Underpants" author, Christine Van Zandt, will be virtually visiting all of our students TODAY, Wednesday April 28th. Virtual students may download the attached word search that they will be doing during this visit.
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EXTENDED DEADLINE FOR YEARBOOK RECOGNITION ADS |
Who: Everyone
What: If you would like to buy a recognition ad at the back of the book for your student, you may do so at the below link.
When: Extended deadline is May 13th to purchase & submit pics for your ad!
More Info: To purchase your 2020 - 21 yearbooks order here. The cost is $50.
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Who: K - 5th grade Fall Testers
What: The 2020-2021 G/T Matrices have been mailed by HISD. There are reports of parents receiving matrices that do not match with the letter received, and in other cases, some documents show missing matrix data that if added, could qualify scholars for G/T services. G/T Coordinators are receiving training on the steps to correct this. Once the corrections are made you will receive new matrix by mail.
How: Do know that the G/T Department is working with several departments to correct these items on the G/T Matrices that are making their way to homes currently and that we have systems in place to ensure the correct letters are sent to parents and that students who should be identified G/T are identified G/T. Please disregard this message if all matrix points were added. Thank you for your patience!
More Info: For questions please contact Stephanie Lugo at
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TEACHERS & STAFF ICE CREAM SOCIAL |
Who: Teachers & Staff
What: Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is opening up in Rice Village and would like to say "Thank You" to our teachers for their hard work this year. They will be passing out FREE ice cream to our teachers and staff.
Students and parents are welcomed to purchase and try out this new Ice Cream!
When: 5/4/21
Where: West U Elementary
How: Teachers & Staff- Visit the back parking lot & have your HISD badge!
For questions please contact Meghan Witmer at
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2021-2022 BUDGET REQUESTS |
Who: ALL
What & When: Submissions due by tomorrow, Thursday April 29th, 2021
How: Submit Spring 2021 - 2022 budget requests online, using the Budget Request Form link -
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Each week in this section, we will highlight how our PTO supports our school. Your PTO membership directly impacts our students. Join today!
The PTO provides funding to many educational subscription programs that help our students to learn while having fun on line and at school.
Keep up the MOMENTum!
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BIRTHDAY BOOK CLUB
Thank you to our Birthday Book Club contributors! Your donations will directly benefit our WUES library with new books, engaging activities, technology, and much more. Ms. McMillan will be choosing books for our children and will include their special nameplate. This week we are celebrating our April 26th through May 2nd birthdays.
A very special Happy Birthday to:
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Ryan Atha - April 26
Eleanor Maurer - April 26
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Andrew Eads - April 27
Jett Wu - April 27
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Community | Announcements + Events
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Who: West U resident families
What: Disney and Pixars Onward will be showing at Colonial Park Pavilion on April 30. Bring your blanket and picnic basket to watch this great family movie about two brothers, some magic, and the adventure to save their father.
When: THIS Friday, April 30th at 8:00pm
Where: Colonial Park Pavilion located at 4130 Byron St.
How: No registration necessary. Please follow social distancing when setting up your chairs or blankets.
For questions or concerns, please contact James Browning at
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Who: West U Elementary Students
What: Camp time : 9:00am – 4:00pm with Before and After-Care options. We have an exciting, all-inclusive curriculum encompassing Academic Enrichment, Fine Arts, STEM, Crafts, Cooking, Recreation, and more!
Each covid-compliant camp week is unique and theme-based with limited capacity and low ratios. Daily snacks are provided and students will participate in hands-on activities and safe socialization!
When: Weekly, June 7th- August 12th
Where: iKids Center
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Taking a MOMENT to thank our Corporate Sponsors! |
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