Dear Westview Families,
Fall is here, and we have reached the halfway mark for the first trimester of school. Our students are in the full swing of learning. This week, most students in 1830 will have completed MAP testing, and we are proud of how they handled the testing process.
A huge thank you to our new IT Coordinator, Gina Rafferty, for all her work getting our 1900 students tested. Our teachers have greatly appreciated this because it has allowed them to carry on with instruction.
Speaking of instruction, there is some great learning going on around campus, and our students are happy and thriving.
Ready, set, play! Our littlest Wildcats in Early Childhood Development enjoyed some structured outdoor playtime, steering toy cars through twists and turns on the race track.
In Mrs. Amanda's PreKindergarten class, our young Wildcats are learning all about the letter "L" and the difference between capital and lowercase letters. Today, students did a little "research" to support the lesson by bringing items from home that start with the letter - lollipops, a lime, and Lightning McQueen.
Mrs. Liza taught Kindergarten a lesson on understanding the five senses. Armed with a glue stick and scissors, our creative Kindergarteners used their new knowledge of the five senses to give Mr. Potato Head eyes, ears, taste, smell, and touch. They finished this week's sensory exploration by proudly displaying their art in the Lower School hallways.
Mrs. Reilly's Lower Elementary class is all about choice and adventure as they gather in small groups to read aloud from their favorite book selections on the smart board. This helps our students practice fluency, word recognition, and comprehension with the teacher's support.
In Ms. Goodhue's Upper Elementary Technology class, students learn how to log in to computers and practice typing using various programs. Also, just as parents have worked on surveys to support our reaccreditation, our Upper School students are working on their student surveys this week during technology time. We are looking forward to hearing their perceptions of their learning experience.
Mrs. Irvin, Middle School Social Studies, took the morning to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a salsa dance party. Dr. Casper-Teague popped in to join the festive fun and dance along with the students.
Best,
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Head of School
The Westview School
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Fall Learning is in Full Swing |
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Calendar at a Glance
OCTOBER 2-4
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6
- Westview Staff Development Day | Student Holiday (No School)
MONDAY, OCTOBER 9
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12
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Westview EDU: Easing Anxiety in Social Situations (RSVP)
- POW Meeting | 10:15 AM in Largent Hall
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14
MONDAY, OCTOBER 28
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Last Chance to Participate - Climate & Culture Parent Survey |
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As part of our reaccreditation, Westview is required to collect data from families about their experience at The Westview School. Below you will find a link to a Climate and Culture Parent Survey about Westview. This survey is for Westview parents only. The deadline to contribute is Friday, September 30. Thank you in advance for giving us your honest feedback.
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Picture Day at Westview School is Coming - October 2-4 |
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Lifetouch is coming soon to The Westview School campus, October 2-4, 2023, for Fall Picture Day. Forms were sent home this week in your child's backpack. You will find all the details on what day and what to wear inside. Please complete your forms and return to school with your child for picture day. If you have any questions, please contact Michelle Chapa.
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Founder's Day is Thursday, October 5, 2023 |
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On Thursday, October 5, 2023, The Westview School will celebrate Founder's Day. Forty-two years ago, Jane Stewart started this school with four small children in her home. It has always been important for us as a Westview community to pause, recognize and remember Ms. Jane for the years of love and dedication that created our school. This year our students will gather together for an all-school photo in front of the 1900 building. We ask that every student wear their blue Westview polo on this day. If you do not have a polo and/or need another size, please contact Candi Pettit
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Westview EDU | Easing Anxiety in Social Situations |
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Does your child struggle with anxiety in social situations? Would you like to learn some tried and true expert tips on how to help them cope and create a more positive and enjoyable experience for your child? Join us on Thursday, October 12 at 9:15 AM in Largent Hall for Westview EDU | Easing Anxiety in Social Situations with Elisabeth Dawkins, M.S, LPC-Associate at The Stewart Center. Elisabeth will share real examples and practical strategies for helping your child feel more comfortable in a variety of different settings. Learn ways to ease anxiety so that you're prepared to support them in tricky situations, building confidence both in your child and in yourself. Also, if there are any specific social situations that your child struggles with, Elisabeth wants to make sure she touches on these in her presentation. Ideas can be entered in the RSVP form or emailed to Elisabeth Dawkins.
This event will be held in person in Largent Hall on The Westview School campus. Zoom attendance will be available by request. All attendees, both virtual and in-person, should register for the event.
Any questions? Having an issue with the online registration form? Email Sarah Chauvin for assistance.
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Order Your 2023-2024 Westview Yearbook |
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The 2023-2024 Westview Yearbooks are on sale in the Balfour store. The link to purchase can be found on the Balfour website. Below are some easy-to-follow instructions for reserving your copy today. The cost is $50 now through December 31st. Questions? Email Angela Loftin, Yearbook Coordinator.
- Click on the Balfour School Store link
- Scroll down and across to the Yearbook tile and click "Shop Now"
- Enter student info & click "shop for this student"
- Then select Yearbook Only and checkout
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Lunch Bunch Social Skills Group at The Stewart Center |
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The Stewart Center clinicians are excited to introduce therapeutic Lunch Bunch Social Skills for Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, and Middle School students. These social groups will be small groups of students (2-4) will be formed to target a variety of social strategies in a relaxed environment over lunch.
The therapist will guide social interactions and discuss topics such as:
-Perspective taking
-Flexible thinking
-Growth mindset
-Conversational turn-taking
-Self-monitoring
-Social expectations for table etiquette
Please note this is not feeding therapy to target food tolerance and palate expansion. Group formation is contingent on finding developmental or age-matched peers with the same scheduling availability.
If you believe your child would benefit from joining a Lunch Bunch social skills group, please reach out to our group coordinator, Carlie Krueger.
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Help Us Grow Our Substitute Teacher List |
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The Westview School is looking to increase our substitute teacher list. We have found that Westview parents are a perfect fit for this role. As a Westview substitute, you will primarily work as the class assistant for the day. We are so appreciative of all our parents who have dedicated time to support our school by being a part of our sub-list. We would love to include YOU too! The pay is $15 per hour. If you are interested in substitute teaching on a preschool, elementary, or middle school level or if you know someone who would be, please contact Michelle Chapa to complete the necessary paperwork and background check to be added to our list.
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Message from POW: Trunk-or-Treat Coming Soon! |
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12TH
POW Meeting after the Westview EDU
MONDAY, OCTOBER 16TH
Trunk Sign-ups and Trunk or Treat Sponsorship goes LIVE! You can sign up for a trunk using the Sign-up Genius link that will be sent out. Sponsors will be able to sign up for the tier that they wish to donate to at this time as well. Sponsorship gifts will be delivered to the student or can be picked up at the event. A sign-up genius will also go out for parents to bring candy/trinkets the week before the event for trunks to hand out.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24TH
Boo Baskets Due at Morning Carpool!
OCTOBER 23-27
POW will be collecting candy/trinkets at morning carpool to be handled out by the trunks at Trunk or Treat.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28
Trunk or Treat @ The Westview School
10A to 12PM
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Save the Date for Alex’s 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K |
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The Westview School provides a unique, specialized, and nurturing learning environment offering outstanding educational and social opportunities for children on the autism spectrum. |
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