Weekly Happenings Feb. 16-20

Here are some things that are going on in WISD this week:

• Report cards for the 4th 6 weeks will be issued on Wednesday.
• There will be a School Board meeting on Thursday at 7:00 pm in the Library.
• WISD collected 5,235 boxtops, which raised $523.00 for the PTO. This is a new record since the school began collecting in 2000. The 2nd grade wins the popcorn/soda party for the most boxtops collected. They turned in 1,087 boxtops. Great job WISD students and parents!
• 4th - 6th graders who are attempting to earn a free trip to 6 Flags by reading need to turn in their forms to their homeroom teacher by the end of the day Tuesday. Students in grades K-3 have until next Tuesday, Feb. 24, to turn in their forms.

Message for the Week: Cooperate with a Smile!

Have a great week, or not, the CHOICE is yours!

Weekly Happenings Feb. 2-6

Here are some events going on at WISD this week:

• The first planning meeting for the Falls County Relay for Life is Monday at 6:00 pm. WISD has raised over $5,000 over the past 2 years for this great cause and hopes to continue the tradition this year.
• Girls and Boys basketball team pictures will be on Thursday morning (Feb. 5) during 1st period. Make sure you have your uniforms and picture money on Thursday.
• There will be a parent information meeting for Middle School parents who have a son/daughter interested in running track this year on Thursday, Feb. 5 at 6:00 pm. All parents of students who are running track should attend.

Also, I'd like to congratulate Kyle Hoelscher, Michael Heise, and former student Rachel Wright for advancing the the next round of the Knights of Columbus' Free Throw contest. All three students will be competing in Austin at the next round of competition. Great Job!

Message for the Week: Excellence is a Habit!

Have a great week or not, as always, the CHOICE is yours!

Weekly Happenings Jan. 20 - 23

Here are some of the things going on in WISD this week:

• Students in KG through 2nd grade will be taking the Mid-year Texas Primary Reading Inventory (TPRI) screening test. The TPRI is a state mandated assessment for all students in grades K-2 throughout the state. Its goal is to provide a comprehensive picture of a student's reading/language development.
• The Westphalia Bluejay girls and boys basketball teams will be hosting St. Mary's of Temple on Thursday night. Tip-off will be at 5:00 pm and all 4 teams will be in action. Please come out and support our Bluejays!
• There will be a Shelter-in-Place drill (tornado drill) on Friday morning. With unpredictable spring weather coming, its important for our staff and students to be prepared for any situation.

Have a great week or not, as always, the CHOICE is yours!