January 21, 2021
Hello, Westview families, 

We are proud to introduce our school magazine, the Wildcat Chronicle. This issue includes a number of great articles highlighting events of last spring and the fall. The publication of our magazine was a collaborative effort including articles written by teachers, staff, and parents. One of my favorite parts is the send off to last year's graduates; as well as updates, from Westview alumni. It is so exciting to see the great things our former students are doing. We hope you enjoy what we have to share, and we encourage you to share things you may want to read about in future publications.

Happy reading,




Head of School
The Westview School
A Publication of The Westview School
Calendar at a Glance

January 27
  • New Family Zoom

February 1
  • Re-enrollment Contracts Sent Out

February 4
  • Westview EDU: Dealing with Anxiety

February 11
  • Moms' Day (Virtual Event)

February 15
  • Presidents' Day (No School)

March 12

March 15-19
  • Spring Break
Have you Registered Your Child for Westview Champs Summer Camp?
Registration is OPEN for Westview Champs Summer Camp.
 
We are excited to be once again able to offer several options for students over the summer break.
 
Give your student a fun, structured summer filled with activities that help maintain the academic and social skills learned throughout the school year. Westview Champs Summer Camp is open to current students and their siblings. Recent former and incoming students may also apply. There will be a 10% early bird registration discount available for Summer Camp. 
 
9 AM to 2 PM | Monday - Friday
Session 1: June 14 - July 2
Session 2: July 12-30
Registration is now open for Summer Intensive Clinics and Summer Tutoring.
 
 
Intensive clinics are designed as a supplement to Westview Summer Camp or a stand-alone program. Clinics are for students needing extra help to master new skills to help them as they progress to the next academic level. Clinic options include math, reading, writing, or a combination of all three. Each clinic is scheduled in a 1/2 hour or 1-hour increment. Both 1:1 and small group are available. A consecutive 3-week commitment is expected for all intensive clinics. Exact times are based on individual and group availability. Clinics will be first come, first serve. Virtual participation in intensive clinics is available. Registration is open now.
 
Monday - Thursday
Session 1: June 14 - July 1
Session 2: July 12-29
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Tutoring is available this summer for students looking to catch up for next year's academic program. Tutoring is available for Kindergarten through Middle School students. Tutors are available throughout the summer Monday-Thursday. Sessions can be scheduled weekly or bi-weekly in 1 hour or 1/2 hour increments. Both 1:1 and small group are available. Tutoring can also be done in conjunction with summer camp or as a stand-alone program. Virtual tutoring is available. 
SAVE THE DATE: The Fundraising Luncheon Goes to the Movies
The Westview Development Department did some brainstorming. How do we fundraise during a pandemic? What are our options for in-person but still socially distanced event? Can we do something different?

We are so excited to announce that Westview creativity and outside-the-box thinking reigned supreme. Our 2021 Fundraising Luncheon is going to the movies. Save the date for Friday, March 12 and make plans to join us at Moonstruck Drive-In Theatre located at 100 Bringhurst Street, Houston, TX. All families, children included, are welcome and encouraged to attend this free event to raise money for The Westview School. Families and friends of The Westview School can expect dinner and concessions delivered to your vehicle while viewing Disney's new release "Raya & The Last Dragon". We are so excited to be hosting this event and will be sharing more details in the next few weeks. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to John Moring. Official invitation to follow.
Art Studio to Open to Elementary and Middle School Students
Starting on Monday, February 1, elementary and middle school students will be attending art classes in the 1830 building art studio. Students will remain in their cohorts, they will not have contact with students from other classes, and no supplies will be shared between students and classes. Also, surface cleaning protocols will be strictly maintained between classes in the art studio. We are looking forward to allowing our students to engage more fully in Westview's art program.
Message from POW: Yearbooks On Sale NOW

Time is running out to order your yearbook and dedications! YEARBOOK SALES are happening now through January 31. The cost per book is $45. We have until the end of January to notify Balfour on how many books and how many extra pages for dedications we need.

*Buy your book ASAP! We won't be ordering many extras, order yours today to guarantee you get one. Yearbooks are for sale in the POW School Store website or on the Balfour website. 

*If you plan on creating a dedication for your kiddo go to the Balfour website to purchase and create it ASAP!

Thank you all so much for your support! If you have any questions or need any additional help, please message Ang Jennings.
Westview is Hiring!
Westview is looking to increase our substitute teacher list. Applicants for a substitute teacher at Westview must be over 18 and a high school graduate. Experience working with children is a plus. References are required. As a Westview substitute, you will primarily work as the class assistant for the day. If you or someone you know may be interested in substitute teaching on a preschool, elementary, or middle school level, please email a resume to Russell Avery.
 
Any additional questions/inquiries regarding job opportunities at The Westview School can be directed to Russell Avery.
Resources


Please refer to COVID-19 tab on The Westview School website for the most up to date information regarding our Child First Reopening Plan.


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