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Food Service
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Tech Hotline
If you are in need of technology support, please call 317-867-8087, Monday - Friday, 9 am - 8 pm.Technology Support will be unavailable March 30-April 12
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COVID-19 Information
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WWS Updates - July 3, 2020
Weekly Update - July 3, 2020
WWS Reopening Plan
WWS Committees on Teaching & Learning, Operations, and Health & Safety continue to meet and plan for students to return August 13! Our aim is to share our plans with you by the middle of next week! Our commitment to you is to provide as normal an operating environment as possible, with various precautions in place to put safety first for our students and staff. We believe that providing in-person instruction is the most powerful method of teaching and learning and we look forward to bringing our students and staff back together again soon. As we share our plan with you next week, we will be asking important questions related to transportation service and teaching & learning. Thank you for all of the feedback you have provided through our parent survey and by reaching out with questions and input.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Update
I wanted to provide you with an update about our district equity work. In a recent email message, I outlined actions that we would be taking as a school district. We have met with Dr. Renae Azziz, Dr. Sandy Washburn, and Deanna Nibarger asking their feedback for our plans to provide staff with knowledge, skills, and resources to better perform in their roles. Our WWS cabinet leadership team is recommending that Diversity, Equity and Inclusion be added as a priority area to our district strategic plan. We want to emphasize the importance that all work within our priority areas is interconnected. I have appreciated the many conversations with staff, parents, and community leaders as we build partnerships and allies of support for our actions that have been shared. As we build DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) teams at each school, department, and at the district level, we will include our allies as vital partners in accomplishing our actions.
CogAT Reports
Thank you for the questions that have come in to comms@wws.k12.in.us. CogAT reports for students in grades K, 2, and 6 will be mailed home on July 15.
Office Hours for Spanish-Speaking Families
We are working on providing office hours at the WWS administration office for our Spanish-speaking families. Our plan is to begin the week of July 13th! We will provide more details as soon as they are finalized.
July School Hours
Westfield High School: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8a-noon, and 1-3p by appointment only. Please call 317-867-6811 for an appointment.
Westfield Middle School & Westfield Intermediate School: 8a-3p Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday with closure for lunch from 12-1p.
All Elementary Buildings: 9a-3p Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday with closure for lunch from 12-1
Optional Summer Enrichment Activities
Thank you for our amazing instructional coaches for pulling together more resources for families that would like to have brain-stimulating activities this summer! Just visit the district website to check out the just-uploaded Summer Rocks, July edition. There is a K-2 version and a 3-6 grade version - in both English and Spanish.
Food Service - Through July
Just a reminder - food service continues throughout the month of July for families in need. Picking up is easy - you drive up and are asked for your last name and number of students in WWS.
This is our food service schedule:
Mondays (3 breakfasts and 3 lunches in each sack)
Thursdays (4 breakfasts and 4 lunches in each sack)
Pick up location at Monon Trail Elementary School (19400 Tomlinson Rd, Westfield, IN 46074) will be from 11am-12pm and 5pm-6pm.
We will also be at the following locations on Mondays/Thursdays:
Bus #1/Area 1
North Glen - 11am-11:30am
Casey Acres - Noon -12:30pm
The Commons of Maple Knoll Apartments (500 Bigleaf Maple Way) 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #2/Area 2
Hamilton Square Apartments - 11am-11:30pm
Valley Farms - Noon - 12:30pm
Carmel Landing - 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #3/Area 3
Eagletown Westfield Playhouse (1836 IN-32)11am- 11:30am
Christ Community Church (20854 Lamong Road) Noon - 12:30pm
Hortonville United Methodist Church (20500 Horton Road)1-1:30pm
Have a great holiday weekend and ROCK ON!
Dr. Sherry Grate
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WWS Updates - June 26, 2020
WWS Weekly Parent Message Friday, June 26
We are making great strides in our reopening procedures and we will continue to share information as it is decided. Please see the message below with some general reopening procedures for all Hamilton County schools. More specific details will be forthcoming in the weeks ahead. Here are some updates for the week!
Hamilton County Schools Statement on Return to School
Hamilton County schools would like to thank our communities for their support as we continue to work through the challenges of COVID-19. We are pleased to announce we will be welcoming students back for a new school year beginning later this summer, and have come together to share important information regarding this return to school.
The safety of our students, staff and families is our top priority and our return to school decisions are based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), Indiana Department of Education (IDOE), Fishers Health Department and the Hamilton County Health Department.
All Hamilton County schools are following our previously scheduled calendars and will start on our regularly scheduled start date.
We will also be:
- Providing flexible options to meet individual student needs, including both online and face-to-face learning.
- Implementing daily screening/self-screening procedures for COVID-19 symptoms.
- Asking students and staff to wear masks, at times.
- Maximizing facility space with respect to social distancing, including lunch tables spaced out to the greatest extent possible.
- Closing water fountains and maintaining water bottle fill stations.
- Requiring students and staff to stay home when ill and creating separate spaces in school health clinics to address COVID-19 symptoms.
- Transporting students with precautionary safety measures in place.
- Enhancing student hygiene practices and building cleaning procedures.
- Restricting visitors.
- Training staff and students on COVID-19 safety measures.
Each school district will be sharing additional, specific details with our families in the coming weeks.
As always, thank you for your patience and support as we work together to safely bring students back to school.
Carmel Clay Schools
Hamilton Heights School Corporation
Hamilton Southeastern Schools
Noblesville Schools
Options Charter Schools
Sheridan Community Schools
St. Theodore Guerin High School
Westfield Washington Schools
Important Information - Food Service
Because we are transitioning food service providers, we will not be providing food service on Monday, June 29th. We will return to normal food service distribution on Thursday, July 2nd.
WWS athletics starting again July 6
WHS & WMS are restarting training for student athletes the week of July 6! Many safety precautions are being taken and kudos to the WHS and WMS Athletic Departments for the hard work in putting together a comprehensive plan, including no water fountains, no borrowing of equipment, practicing social distancing and multiple cleaning windows of equipment during the day.
Locker clean out/supplies pick up
You will be contacted by your school about how families can pick up items that remained at school after the COVID closure. Thank you for your patience! Reminder: hold onto chromebooks/school-issued devices until back-to-school.
Have a great weekend! ROCK ON!
Dr. Sherry Grate
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WWS Updates - June 19, 2020
Rocks Families,
Here are some updates for the week! Have a great weekend!
New Information
Return of the Rocks
As you know, we have received reopening guidelines from the State and we are currently working to create the WWS Return of the Rocks reopening plan. We do know that the 180-day requirement will remain in place and our intent is to begin school on schedule on Thursday, August 13. While we know that we have asked for your flexibility as we plan, our goal is to maintain our approved school calendar for 2020-21. We have committees evaluating health & safety, operations & transportation, and teaching & learning. Committees include staff members and in some cases, parents. We are collaborating with other Hamilton County districts on a weekly basis to share ideas and to plan for a successful return to normal operations with precautions. Our committees will continue to work hard on our plan and this coming week we will be able to share our framework for returning to school.
Kindergarten Assessments - Welcome Class of ‘33!
We are excited to share that we are moving forward with kindergarten assessments this summer. The plan is to hold assessments beginning mid-July. Please look for communication from your school next week with specifics on dates and times. You will only be contacted for an appointment if you have registered Health and safety protocols will be in place.
Retrieving Personal Information from Lockers
We are planning to allow families/students to retrieve items left at school and drop off library/school-issued books the week of July 6. Please look for communication from your school next week on specific dates/times/protocols on this process.
Important Information - Food Service
Because we are transitioning food service providers, we will not be providing food service on Monday, June 29th. We will begin with normal food service distribution on Thursday, July 2nd.
BAC Open for 2020-21 School Year
Westfield Washington Schools BAC program is designed to offer childcare before school, after school at each of our K-4 elementary schools and Zone 58 at Westfield Intermediate School for children in 5th grade through 13 years old. Before/After Care and Zone 58 are planning to be open on August 12th and continue through the school year as scheduled. The program will be following guidelines from the CDC, state, and local authorities as well as Westfield Washington Schools. Find more information here.
Registration for Summer Child Care closes today, Friday, June 19th. Remember that if we have less than twelve in a group, we won't be able to make a class. Currently there are enough children enrolled to have one class at each grade level from kindergarten through intermediate school but there are some families on a waiting list. At this point we do not have enough three- and four-year-old children registered to create a class for this level. Find more information here.
Parent University Update
Planning is underway for the WWS Parent University 2020-2021 Back-To-School event. More information to come. If you have a specific topic or resource you would like Parent University to consider addressing, please email knotta@wws.k12.in.us.
WWS Parent University continues to support our parents throughout our summer break. We invite you to visit http://parentuniversity.wws.
k12.in.us/ or via Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/WWSParentUniversity/ for articles supporting our students and families. Parent engagement has proven to show positive results, and our students need us now more than ever. We are always here to help!Previously communicated information
PowerSchool Closing
PS will be closed to all parents, students, and staff including teachers on Wednesday, June 24 for the regular year-end process.
June Office Hours
All WWS offices, including our schools, remain closed through June 30 per the Governor’s Executive Order. Below are the phone numbers for each school if you need to contact anyone at a particular building. If your call isn’t answered, please leave a message and your call will be returned.
WWS Admin: 317-867-8000
Westfield High School 317-867-6800
Westfield Middle School: 317-867-6607
Westfield Intermediate School 317-867-6500
Maple Glen Elementary: 317-896-4700
Shamrock Springs Elementary: 317-867-7400
Monon Trail Elementary: 317-867-8600
Oak Trace Elementary: 317-867-6411
Carey Ridge Elementary: 317-867-6212
Washington Woods Elementary: 317-867-7900
Until next week…. ROCK ON!
Dr. Sherry Grate
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WWS Updates - June 12, 2020
Rocks Families,
Here are some updates for this week. Have a great weekend!
I would like to share that I am grateful for the many emails, conversations, and meetings that I have had since my message was shared with our families about equity. The concerns, the stories, and the insight has stirred a great deal of emotion for those who are sharing and for me as I listen and learn. It has been raw, and painful, and yes-necessary.
We acknowledge we have room to grow as a school district, and we are committed to the work it will take to ensure equitable treatment of all students. This work must be intentional, collaborative, and research-based. We need to continually examine our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure we are honoring the identities of all students regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status.
We are in the process of designing a variety of activities to provide all district staff with opportunities to listen, learn, and engage in dialogue to address racism and discrimination. We are taking action steps this summer to provide implicit bias training for all staff, book studies (at the school and district levels), and partnering with our community to grow our common understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are also working with Dr. Renae Azziz to create our road map for the 2020-21 school year. As we continue our equity journey, please continue to reach out with ideas! There are many possibilities ahead of us as we continue to ensure ALL students have access to safe and nurturing learning environments.
Summer Child Care - Open Enrollment - Now through June 19th
Westfield Washington Schools will open Summer Child Care for children ages three through 13 starting July 6th at Monon Trail Elementary. WWS Child Care will be open from 7:30a-5:30p and will continue through July 31st. Children will be in cohorts of 18 with three adults, and the groups will remain constant. Families will have to commit to four weeks; week-to-week enrollment will not be accepted. Additional cleaning practices and social distancing will be in place. For more specific information about Summer Child Care visit https://www.wws.k12.in.us/
Page/1049 Deadline Approaching: Mandatory Demographic Updates
Please email comms@wws.k12.in.us if you did not receive an email on May 28 entitled “Mandatory WWS Re-Enrollment” with instructions on how to re-enroll your student in WWS. This is an annual process. PowerSchool link: https://powerschool.wws.k12.
in.us/public/ Your child may not get class placement until the information is updated.
Panorama Survey - DEADLINE MONDAY
The link below will take you to a survey asking about your family’s experience with eLearning, the impact of the pandemic, and thoughts on the reopening of school for next school year. The survey will be open until Monday, June 15, and should take no longer than 10 minutes. Please disregard if you have already submitted your responses!
https://surveys.panoramaed.
com/westfieldwashington/ wwsfamily_spring20/surveys PowerSchool Closing
PS will be closed to all parents, students, and staff including teachers on Wednesday, June 24 for the regular year-end process.
Reminder - Food Service - Through July 31
Just a reminder - food service continues for families in need. Picking up is easy - you drive up and are asked for your last name and number of students in WWS.
This is our food service schedule:
Mondays (3 breakfasts and 3 lunches in each sack)
Thursdays (4 breakfasts and 4 lunches in each sack)
Pick up location at Monon Trail Elementary School (19400 Tomlinson Rd, Westfield, IN 46074) will be from 11am-12pm and 5pm-6pm.
We will also be at the following locations on Mondays/Thursdays:
Bus #1/Area 1
North Glen - 11am-11:30am
Casey Acres - Noon -12:30pm
The Commons of Maple Knoll Apartments (500 Bigleaf Maple Way) 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #2/Area 2
Hamilton Square Apartments - 11am-11:30pm
Valley Farms - Noon - 12:30pm
Carmel Landing - 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #3/Area 3
Eagletown Westfield Playhouse (1836 IN-32)11am- 11:30am
Christ Community Church (20854 Lamong Road) Noon - 12:30pm
Hortonville United Methodist Church (20500 Horton Road)1-1:30pm
June Office Hours
All WWS offices, including our schools, remain closed through June 30 per the Governor’s Executive Order. Below are the phone numbers for each school if you need to contact anyone at a particular building. If your call isn’t answered, please leave a message and your call will be returned.
WWS Admin: 317-867-8000
Westfield High School 317-867-6800
Westfield Middle School: 317-867-6607
Westfield Intermediate School 317-867-6500
Maple Glen Elementary: 317-896-4700
Shamrock Springs Elementary: 317-867-7400
Monon Trail Elementary: 317-867-8600
Oak Trace Elementary: 317-867-6411
Carey Ridge Elementary: 317-867-6212
Washington Woods Elementary: 317-867-7900
Until next week…. ROCK ON!
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WWS Updates - June 5, 2020
Rocks Families,
I want to sincerely thank all the families who responded to my message on Tuesday. I appreciate reading and hearing the heartfelt stories and ideas about how best to move forward in a more equitable and inclusive way while approaching these conversations with an open mind. It is vital we hear all voices - parents, students, staff, and our community as a whole. While it is always extremely difficult to hear about racism, exclusivity and injustice, I am confident that we can learn, grow, and fight together to positively and productively stand up against injustice, racism and inequity.
Today we received a 38-page document of school reopening guidelines from the Indiana Department of Education. With this guidance now in hand, we can use this information to purposefully plan our return this fall. Our team is working to ensure our plans meet these guidelines, and our goal is to have a detailed return plan to announce in the coming weeks!
Stay flexible and stay tuned!
Summer Child Care Starts July 6
Westfield Washington Schools will open Summer Child Care for children ages three through 13 starting July 6th at Monon Trail Elementary. WWS Child Care will be open from 7:30a-5:30p and will continue through July 31st. Children will be in cohorts of 18 with three adults, and the groups will remain constant. Families will have to commit to four weeks; week-to-week enrollment will not be accepted. Additional cleaning practices and social distancing will be in place. For more specific information about Summer Child Care visit the following webpage starting Monday, June 8th: www.wws.k12.in.us>Departments>
Student Support Programs>WWS Summer Camps Registration will open on June 10th and will continue through June 19th. No registrations will be accepted after June 19th.
Kindergarten Assessments
We are moving forward with kindergarten assessments this summer. Our team is currently working on those details. We will be providing that information within the next couple weeks. Stay tuned!
Grades are Final
You can check out your student’s grades in the PowerSchool app.
Panorama Survey
We want your input! The link below will take you to a survey asking about your family’s experience with eLearning, the impact of the pandemic, and thoughts on the reopening of school for next school year. The survey will be open until Monday, June 15, and should take no longer than 10 minutes. Please disregard if you have already submitted your responses!
Please share your thoughts and concerns as we prepare to welcome your student back to WWS buildings. Thank you for your help!
https://surveys.panoramaed.
com/westfieldwashington/ wwsfamily_spring20/surveys Mandatory Re-Enrollment Form
Last week you received your annual demographic update instructions via email. Please complete these steps in PowerSchool as quickly as possible. This action is required whether or not your student(s) is returning to WWS. Please email comms@wws.k12.in.us if you did not receive the email entitled “Mandatory WWS Re-Enrollment” and instructions will be sent to you. PowerSchool link: https://powerschool.wws.k12.
in.us/public/ PowerSchool Closing
PS will be closed to all parents, students, and staff including teachers on Wednesday, June 24 for the regular year-end process.
Reminder - Food Service Available
Just a reminder - food service continues throughout the summer for families in need. Picking up is easy - you drive up and are asked for your last name and number of students in WWS.
This is our food service schedule:
Mondays (3 breakfasts and 3 lunches in each sack)
Thursdays (4 breakfasts and 4 lunches in each sack)
Pick up location at Monon Trail Elementary School (19400 Tomlinson Rd, Westfield, IN 46074) will be from 11am-12pm and 5pm-6pm.
We will also be at the following locations on Mondays/Thursdays:
Bus #1/Area 1
North Glen - 11am-11:30am
Casey Acres - Noon -12:30pm
The Commons of Maple Knoll Apartments (500 Bigleaf Maple Way) 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #2/Area 2
Hamilton Square Apartments - 11am-11:30pm
Valley Farms - Noon - 12:30pm
Carmel Landing - 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #3/Area 3
Eagletown Westfield Playhouse (1836 IN-32)11am- 11:30am
Christ Community Church (20854 Lamong Road) Noon - 12:30pm
Hortonville United Methodist Church (20500 Horton Road)1-1:30pm
Song from SSES 3rd grader
Incoming Shamrock Springs 3rd grader Avery Trieu created song lyrics during quarantine about staying strong in hard times. She asked her aunt and uncle, who are professional musicians in NYC, to write music for it. The song, called Bravery, is now complete. Her aunt is the lead singer and Avery is featured at the end of the song, and the lyrics are 100% Avery's. Her other uncle, Cullen Webster, is a PE teacher at the Intermediate School and participated, as well. WTHR-13 covered the story earlier this week. You can watch the video for the song here -
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Great news - you can still get your #INTHISTOGETHER shirt! To help build community spirit, any resident of Westfield can purchase an #INTHISTOGETHER shirt for $7! This is not a fundraiser - just a way to come together and show support!
www.mylogoshop.com/
ROCKSareinthistogether June Office Hours
All WWS offices, including our schools, remain closed through June 30 per the Governor’s Executive Order. Below are the phone numbers for each school if you need to contact anyone at a particular building. If your call isn’t answered, please leave a message and your call will be returned.
WWS Admin: 317-867-8000
Westfield High School 317-867-6800
Westfield Middle School: 317-867-6607
Westfield Intermediate School 317-867-6500
Maple Glen Elementary: 317-896-4700
Shamrock Springs Elementary: 317-867-7400
Monon Trail Elementary: 317-867-8600
Oak Trace Elementary: 317-867-6411
Carey Ridge Elementary: 317-867-6212
Washington Woods Elementary: 317-867-7900
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WWS Updates - May 28, 2020
Weekly Update - May 28, 2020
Celebrating the Class of 2020
Congratulations to the Westfield High School Class of 2020! Wednesday night the school held a virtual graduation to honor our graduates. You can check that out here - https://www.wws.k12.in.us/whs
WHS still hopes to hold an in person celebration at a later time. Congrats Rocks!
Miss Alice
As you may have heard, our WWS family tragically lost bus driver, Alice Chamblin last week. Today, our WWS bus drivers honored Miss Alice by driving her elementary bus route together. We know that Miss Alice impacted many students district-wide as she drove routes to and from school, and she also drove for many of our WWS sports events in the evenings. Bus #73 will be parked at the Chatham Hills Clubhouse and remain there until noon on Friday, May 29th so that families and individuals who wish to leave notes, cards, or other tributes to Miss Alice may do so privately. Thank you for helping us honor Miss Alice.
Mandatory Re-Enrollment Form
Yesterday you received your annual demographic update instructions via email. Please complete these steps in PowerSchool as quickly as possible. This action is required whether or not your student(s) is returning to WWS. Please email comms@wws.k12.in.us if you did not receive the email entitled “Mandatory WWS Re-Enrollment” and instructions will be sent to you. PowerSchool link: https://powerschool.wws.k12.
in.us/public/ Lockers and Personal Items
As you know, our buildings are closed until June 30th. We are in the process of planning for specific activities in July such as retrieving items from lockers and/or classrooms. We will keep you posted with more details about this process! Thanks for your patience!
Parent Survey
Early next week, you will receive a survey to gauge your impressions of eLearning and returning to school, among other things. Please keep an eye out for it. Your input is important as we make plans for next school year!
June Edition - Parent Learning Resources
Thank you to our amazing Instructional Coaches who have pulled together resources for parents who are interested in educational summer resources, curated by grade level, for our K-6 level students! Because we ALL have been on screens a lot lately, these resources include both technology-based AND "unplugged" resources. Check out the English- and Spanish-language versions on the home page of the district website (Optional Summer Enrichment Activities).
WWS Unsung Heroes
WWS has a talented team - some faces you may know, and some you may be less familiar. We wanted to say thank you to our amazing custodial staff, who has been working tirelessly behind-the-scenes to clean our classrooms, hallways and buildings. We celebrated them this week as a small way to show our appreciation!
Parent Resources
We appreciate Dr. Lori L. Desautels’ collaboration with Westfield Washington Schools to create a video series supporting parents, staff, and community, as we all try to understand how our brains are processing during COVID-19.
You will find Dr. Desautels videos on the WWS Parent University Web Page under Parent Self Care. Parent Self Care is essential but may prove more difficult under today's circumstances.
Check out these short (less than 10 min) videos to help you grow and process during this time!
Week 1 - Taking Care of Our Brains
Week 3 - Focused Attention Practices
Week 4 - Sensations are Physicalized
Week 6 - Closure in the Midst of Adversity
Week 7 - Just Say it! Draw it! Write it!
Week 8 - Who is your WISE SELF?
June Office Hours
All WWS offices, including our schools, remain closed through June 30 per the Governor’s Executive Order. Below are the phone numbers for each school if you need to contact anyone at a particular building. If your call isn’t answered, please leave a message and your call will be returned.
WWS Admin: 317-867-8000
Westfield High School 317-867-6800
Westfield Middle School: 317-867-6607
Westfield Intermediate School 317-867-6500
Maple Glen Elementary: 317-896-4700
Shamrock Springs Elementary: 317-867-7400
Monon Trail Elementary: 317-867-8600
Oak Trace Elementary: 317-867-6411
Carey Ridge Elementary: 317-867-6212
Washington Woods Elementary: 317-867-7900
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WWS Updates - May 22, 2020
Weekly Update - May 22, 2020
Hello Rocks! Happy first week of summer break! We hope you are enjoying your time with your family and we also hope Mother Nature will deliver some nice weather for the holiday weekend!
We are looking forward to receiving guidance from Governor Holcomb within the next few weeks regarding school reopening protocols. Rest assured, we have organized and initiated our internal planning process focused on teaching and learning, health and safety, and operations.
We encourage you to remain flexible and open minded as we prepare to reopen our buildings and return to school. We pledge to keep our families posted on those details as they emerge. Thank you for all your support! Here are your WWS updates for the week!
Parent Survey
We need your feedback! We have partnered with Panorama to create a survey to gather feedback from our families about eLearning, social and emotional learning, and how families have been dealing with these challenging times. This survey will be sent to families next week. Please take some time to complete the short survey. This information will help guide our decisions as we plan for reopening later this summer!
When you’re ready, we’re ready
Check out this great video message from Mayor Cook, Dr. Grate and many others about opening up our great city!
Graduation 2020
Make sure to tune into Westfield High School’s 2020 Graduation on Wednesday, May 27th at 7pm - it will be streamed on the WHS Facebook Page and website! It’s sure to be a celebration like no other! Congratulations to the amazing class of 2020!
Kindergarten Registration
You may have noticed, we have been highlighting some adorable incoming kindergarteners on our Facebook page over the past few weeks and we are thrilled to welcome the class of 2033 to WWS! Reminder - Kindergarten registration is open! Please visit the Parents tab on our website ro register online.
Memorial Day Food Service
Reminder - We will NOT be distributing meals on Monday, May 25th, Memorial Day. On Tuesday, May 26, we will distribute 2 days worth of meals and then be back to our regular schedule on Thursday, May 28. PLEASE NOTE: WWS Food Service will continue through July for any WWS students wishing to participate. Here is a link to the schedule.
Coffee Talk Questions
Dr. Grate is preparing another Coffee Talk video to help answer some of your questions. If you have a question you’d like Dr. Grate to address in the video, please send your question to comms@wws.k12.in.us. We realize there are many questions and scenarios to consider at this time and we will do our very best to provide answers and to keep you informed along the way.
Enjoy the long weekend and please take time to remember those who have sacrificed for our country. Until next week…. ROCK ON!
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WWS Updates - May 15, 2020
Weekly Update - Friday, May 15
What does next school year look like?
We know there is anxiety and uncertainty about what next school year looks like. Governor Holcomb has announced he will provide additional clarity about next school year on or around July 4th. Given that many factors will need to be taken into consideration, we are working to plan for different scenarios. We will be sharing a parent survey with you soon to gather feedback for returning to school and how we can improve upon future eLearning experiences. We will communicate updated details and plans for returning to school as decisions are made. Please stay tuned throughout the summer months.
What we do know is that WWS will be required to have 180 days of learning next year, and we cannot count on getting a waiver from that state requirement. It is important to know that we will need to consider all alternatives to ensure we deliver those 180 days of quality instruction, which could mean a possible change in the 2020-21 school calendar. Progress in our state and county over the coming weeks will impact our planning process. We encourage you to remain flexible and open minded. Know that our primary goal is to keep all students and staff safe. We will keep you posted as plans are finalized!
eLearning - done!
Thursday was our last day of eLearning. All assignments are due by noon on Monday, May 18.
Memorial Day Food Service
Looking ahead, on Thursday, May 21st, WWS will distribute 5 days of meals instead of 4 due to the Monday, May 25 Memorial Day holiday. We will NOT be distributing meals on Monday, May 25th, Memorial Day. On Tuesday, May 26, we will distribute 2 days worth of meals and then be back to our regular schedule on Thursday, May 28. PLEASE NOTE: WWS Food Service will continue through June 30th for any WWS students wishing to participate. Here is a link to the schedule.
Demographic Updates
Next week you will receive an email asking you to update your student’s demographic information for the 2020-21 school year. Please take a moment to provide us with updated information. Even if you have no changes, please review and submit to confirm. These steps will help us be prepared for the fall.
Vaccines
The COVID-19 pandemic has delayed well child visits including immunizations. As we start to reopen, the CDC has sent out recommendations to health care providers on how to safely provide well visits including immunizations. Contact your physician for options and directions on how they are meeting these needs. Here is a link with the 2020-21 school year Indiana State Department of Health school-required vaccines. Please bring this with you to your doctor visit for reference. As a reminder, updated immunization records are due to the school nurse by the first day of school. Please note, hepatitis A is a two-dose vaccine that has been added to grades 8, 9, 10 and 11 this year. If you chose to submit a religious objection or medical exemption, these expire May 22, 2020. Please send an updated form to the school nurse before the first day of school for the 2020-21 school year.
T-Shirts for Sale
My Logo Shop is selling #INthistogether T-shirts and sweatshirts you may want to check out! Available in youth & adult sizes! Link to Logo Shop.
Order by Midnight May 17th. Pick Up On Friday, May 22nd at My Logo Shop Curbside Window 3 pm-5 pm.
Until next week…. ROCK ON!
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WWS Updates - May 8, 2020
Weekly Update - Friday, May 8
Summer Child Care
As we announced last week, opportunity camps (science, sports, art, etc) will not be open in June. Given the Governor's executive order for school facilities and grounds to remain closed through June 30th, our SSP team is currently working on developing a plan for possibly opening childcare in July for essential workers and for families needing childcare as an essential component as they return to work. The SSP team is currently working with State and local officials on required safety guidelines with a goal of possibly opening summer childcare the week of July 6th. CDC social distancing guidelines will be followed upon opening. We will share additional information as it becomes available.
Link to Coffee Talk Video
Check out Dr. Grate’s virtual Coffee Talk video answering some of the questions you submitted! Coffee Talk Link
Thanks to everyone who submitted questions - keep them coming! Send your questions to comms@wws.k12.in.us and we will respond promptly!
Device Information
If you have a school issued device from our Technology Services Group, please keep that device during the summer months. We will be retrieving all school-issued devices when we return to school for the 2020-21 school year. However, if your device needs repaired, please call the helpdesk (317.867.8087, Monday - Friday, 9am - 8pm) and they will be able to help you. If you need to access wifi, please visit the COVID-19 section of the district website, which includes a map of school building parking lots where you can park and get connected.
Parent Resources
We appreciate Dr. Lori L. Desautels’ collaboration with Westfield Washington Schools to create a video series supporting parents, staff, and community, as we all try to understand how our brains are processing during COVID-19.
You will find Dr. Desautels videos on the WWS Parent University Web Page under Parent Self Care. Parent Self Care is essential but may prove more difficult under today's circumstances.
Check out these short (less than 10 min) videos to help you grow and process during this time!
Week 1 - Taking Care of Our Brains
Week 3 - Focused Attention Practices
Week 4 - Sensations are Physicalized
Week 6 - Closure in the Midst of Adversity
Week 7 - Just Say it! Draw it! Write it!.
Graduation Plans Announced
Last week, Westfield High School announced their plans for the class of 2020 graduation. It will be a virtual graduation on May, 27 at 7pm, the original graduation date. Please click this link for more details and learn how you can tune in!
eLearning for 2019-20
There are three eLearnings days to go for the 2019-2020 year:
Tuesday, May 12
Wednesday, May 13
Thursday, May 14
All eLearning assignments are due Monday, May 18th by noon.
Next School Year
A few reminders for next school year.
We know there is anxiety and uncertainty about what next school year looks like. Governor Holcomb has announced he will provide additional clarity about next school year on or around July 4th. While we don’t have answers at this point, we are working to plan for different scenarios. We will communicate those to you as decisions are made.
Here are two things you can do now to help us plan.
Kindergarten Registration. Please help us plan for the class of ‘33! Enroll your student today - the process is easy, and online. Visit the Parents tab of our website and click on the registration link.
Demographic Updates. Next week, you will be receiving an email asking you to update your student’s demographic information for the 2020-21 school year. Please take a moment to provide us with updated information. Even if you have no changes, please review and submit to confirm. These steps will help us be prepared for the fall.
2020 Census
Did you know that 1 in 10 young children were missed in the 2010 Census? We have to do better in #2020Census. Big or small, count them all! #countallkids The online form only takes minutes to complete, and the census results will direct billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities. Take a few moments this week to complete your form.
Until next week….. Stay Healthy and ROCK ON!
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WWS Updates - May 1, 2020
Hello Rocks! A few updates before your weekend starts!
All Public School Buildings Closed until June 30
Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. McCormick clarified this week that all school buildings and campuses will be closed until June 30th. If your student has something critical that was left at school that needs to be retrieved, please contact your student’s principal to arrange pick-up details. Otherwise, we will be sending out information on how to pick-up items left in lockers once the closing order has been lifted. If this date or information changes, we will let you know.
WWS Summer Camps 2020 Update
Because all WWS buildings are closed through June, we will be unable to host any WWS Opportunity Camps because they are deemed non-essential. These include learning, art, sports and similar camps. However, because it is deemed essential, we are exploring the option of opening a summer child care program under CDC social distancing guidelines for families needing to return to work and in need of child care. Our Student Support Programs team is currently working with State and local officials on guidelines and we hope to be able to communicate specifics in the upcoming weeks.
Student Athletes
Last week the IHSAA announced that all student physicals for the 19-20 school year will carry over to the 20-21 school year. Incoming 9th grade athlete physicals will be moved over and on file at the high school. There will still be forms needed to participate in WWS team sports; more details coming soon.
Here is specific information for each building:
WMS Families - https://www.wws.k12.in.us/domain/505
WHS Families - https://westfieldathletics.com/athletic-handbook-2/
Device Information
If you have a school issued device from our Technology Services Group, please keep that device during the summer months. We will be retrieving all school-issued devices when we return to school for the 2020-21 school year. However, if your device needs repaired, please call the helpdesk and they will be able to help you. If you need to access wifi, please visit the COVID-19 section of the district website, which includes a map of school building parking lots where you can park and get connected.
Coffee Talk - Coming Soon!
Look next week for the virtual Coffee Talk video from Dr. Sherry Grate answering some of the questions you submitted for our virtual Coffee Talk! Thanks to everyone who submitted questions - keep them coming! Send your questions to comms@wws.k12.in.us and we will respond promptly!
Message from Local Superintendents
Here is an encouraging video message from our Hamilton County Superintendents! Check it out here!
City Video - Food Distribution
This week Westfield Mayor Andy Cook came to visit our food prep area at WMS. Check out the video here. As a reminder - the information regarding food distribution is available in the FAQ on the district website.
WWS Appreciation Week
Next week is WWS Staff Appreciation Week! We encourage you to take a moment now to contact a WWS staff member - teacher, bus driver, classroom aide - thanking them for all they are doing for our students!
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WWS Updates - Apr 24, 2020
Weekly Update - April 24, 2020
Changes in Grading for the 2019-20 School Year
Not surprisingly, grading during this extended closure is very different from a traditional classroom setting. Due to that, and based on much internal discussion and feedback, as well as guidance from the Indiana Department of Education, WWS is adjusting student grading protocols. Additional detail will be provided before report cards are issued.
Grades K-2 - Teachers are currently focused on the most essential standards, and those are what teachers will be providing feedback on student’s third trimester report cards.
Grades 3-4 - For the third trimester, WWS is suspending the use of letter grades and will utilize the following: S+, S, S- =Satisfactory, N+, N, N- =Needs Improvement, U=Unsatisfactory
Grades K-4 Specials - For the third trimester, teachers will use Complete or Incomplete based on percentage of work completed instead of S, N, or U.
Grades 5-8 - Year-long courses
Letter grades will be used for the 4th quarter. As always, if your student is having challenges, please reach out to the classroom teacher.
Grades 5-8 Quarterly classes
For the fourth quarter, letter grades will not be used, and students will receive a Complete or Incomplete based on work completed.
Grades 9-12 & WMS Courses for High School Credit
The Indiana Department of Education requires students earn a grade in order to earn a high school credit toward graduation requirements. Therefore, students will still earn letter grades for each course. Third trimester grades will be 100% of the student grade in the course and will not have a final exam that has typically been 20% of the final trimester grade.
Link to video of Brian’s briefings
Please check out Episode 1 of Season 2 of Brian’s Briefings! In this episode, WWS CFO Brian Tomamichel discusses details surrounding tax bills and how the levy, referendum and assessed value affects your bill. Listen for details! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YrSmcRq5pOPCQwr_NklzXHJVHoUCuytb/view
2020-2021 Before and After School Programs
2020-2021 BAC and Zone 58 online open enrollment begins May 1, 2020 at 6:00 AM. Westfield Washington Schools BAC program is designed to offer childcare before school, after school at each of our K-4 elementary schools and Zone 58 at Westfield Intermediate School for children in 5th grade through 13 years old. All staff are Westfield Washington School employees, and are fee-based programs governed through the Student Support Programs Governing Board. Enrollment instructions, rates, and other details can be found here.
Device Information
If you have a school issued device from our Technology Services Group, please keep that device during the summer months. We will be retrieving all school-issued devices when we return to school for the 2020-21 school year. However, if your device needs repaired, please call the helpdesk and they will be able to help you. If you need to access wifi, please visit the COVID-19 section of the district website, which includes a map of school building parking lots where you can park and get connected.
Tech Support
Due to the low number of tech problems, members of our technology team will no longer be onsite at food distribution - but they are only a phone call away! During the remainder of the school year, please call 317.867.8087, Monday - Friday, 9am - 8pm to support. There is no tech support during the summer.
Congrats to WHS!
US News and World Report released its annual high school rankings earlier this week, and once again, WHS was recognized as one of the top 10 high schools in Indiana (#9 out of 410 public, private and charter schools in the state.).
Stay healthy and safe….. ROCK ON!
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WWS Updates - Apr 16, 2020
COVID-19 Update - Thursday, April 16, 2020
Rocks Families - we will be sending weekly updates to WWS families to help answer some of your questions. We realize that there are many unanswered questions such as graduation plans, kindergarten registration, locker clean-out, summer BAC and so many more. Our WWS team is working hard to provide answers to these questions. This situation is constantly evolving so we pledge to get you answers as promptly as possible. Please continue to check your email for weekly updates or check our Frequently Asked Questions document on our website.
Weekly Update
Medication Pick-Up
If your child has medication stored in the school nurse’s office at their school, please see the linked document with instructions on pick-up procedures. Pick-up days are Monday, April 20 from 10am-12pm, and Tuesday, April 21 from 4pm - 6pm. Please read the below information for specific details.
Kindergarten Registration
Reminder: Online kindergarten registration is open for the 2020-21 school year. Any child who lives in Westfield and is five years of age on or before August 1 may enroll in kindergarten. Be sure to check out this link which includes all the documents you need to have ready before starting the online registration process. Your child’s application cannot be completed without appropriate documentation. You can even use your phone to upload required registration documents!
Also, information on kindergarten roundup nights and screenings will be forthcoming. Schools are working through those details and we will notify families as soon as those details are confirmed.
Link to Getting Started - Kindergarten Registration
Device Information
If you have a school issued device from our Technology Services Group, please keep that device during the summer months. We will be retrieving all school issued devices when we return to school for the 2020-21 school year. Reminder, if you need technology support during the remainder of the school year, please call 317.867.8087, Monday - Friday, 9am - 8pm. There will be no technology support during the summer months. If you need to access wifi, please visit the COVID-19 section of the district website, which includes a map of school building parking lots where you can park and get connected.
Submit your questions to Dr. Grate!
While in-person Coffee Talks with Dr. Grate have been temporarily suspended, answering your questions remains a top priority. Next week, Dr. Grate will answer your questions in a video message to families. No topic is off limits so please send your questions about WWS related topics to comms@wws.k12.in.us and we will try to answer your questions!
Vaccines for 2020-21 School Year
In regards to the required vaccinations for the 2020-21 school year, the current healthcare response related to the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted healthy child visits and vaccines. We understand that this has and will cause delays in obtaining the school required vaccinations and medical exemptions for the 2020-21 school year. Please know that we will take this into consideration at the start of the school year. If you submit a religious objection for vaccines, please remember these expire May 22nd and you will need to submit a new form at the start of the school year. We will update you on any further guidance regarding vaccines from the Indiana State Department of Health at the start of the new school year. Until then, please follow the current guidelines for keeping your family safe and healthy.
eLearning Schedule
Below is the eLearning schedule for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year.
Stay healthy and ROCK ON!
Stay healthy and ROCK ON!
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WWS Updates - Apr 13, 2020
Rocks Families,
We hope you had an enjoyable spring break and were able to spend some quality time with your families! This unprecedented period comes with many unanswered questions such as graduation plans, kindergarten registration, locker clean-out, summer BAC and so many more. I want to assure our Rocks families that the WWS team is working hard to provide answers to these questions. This situation is constantly evolving so we pledge to get you answers as promptly as possible. Please continue to check for updates via our regular messages and/or also by checking our Frequently Asked Questions document on our website.
The WWS administrative team, principals and COVID-19 response team have been meeting (virtually) to discuss the learning plans for the remainder of the school year. As you know, we have a solid learning plan until May 1 and those plans remain unchanged. For the remainder of the school year, the schedule will continue with the same pattern, using Monday and Friday as waiver days (no student lessons/teacher planning day) and Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday as eLearning days. However, the final day of learning for students will now be Thursday, May 14 (instead of Friday, May 22). This schedule aligns with the state-mandated 160 days of learning, and provides additional time for teachers to finalize year-end activities.
Below is the learning plan for May 4 - May 22.
Learning Plan:
May 4 - 8
Monday, May 4 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
Tuesday, May 5 - eLearning day
Wednesday, May 6 - eLearning day
Thursday, May 7 - eLearning day
Friday, May 8 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
May 11 - 15
Monday, May 11 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
Tuesday, May 12 - eLearning day
Wednesday, May 13 - eLearning day
Thursday, May 14 - eLearning day (last day for students)
Friday, May 15 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
Here is a graphic with the complete learning plan through the remainder of the year.
You will be receiving communication from your school(s) with eLearning details for the upcoming weeks. As always, please reach out to your student’s teacher with any questions or concerns. If you need a device, broadband access, or technology support, please call 317.867.8087, Monday - Friday, 9am - 8pm.
One of the most frequently asked questions is - when can my student pick up items in his/her locker? We understand this concern. We are working on a plan to allow you/your student to get back in the building once the Governor’s stay-home order is lifted. School nurses will be in touch shortly with the families that have student medicine in the clinics.
Thank you for your continued flexibility, support and cooperation during this challenging time. WE ARE SHAMROCKS and we will get through this together!
Stay healthy and ROCK ON!!!
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WWS Updates - Apr 2, 2020
Rocks Families,
This afternoon, Governor Holcomb announced that all Indiana schools will be closed for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year to help minimize the spread of COVID-19. I know this news, like most of the news these days, can feel overwhelming.
We must remember, we are Shamrocks, and we will get through this together.
Here are some highlights from the Governor’s message:
- All Indiana schools will be closed for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year and will deliver remote instruction for the remainder of the school year.
- School facilities (including grounds & playgrounds) will remain closed for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year.
- All high school seniors on track to graduate before school buildings were closed on 3/19 will be provided with the flexibility they need to earn an Indiana diploma.
We know you have many questions. District leadership, which includes our principals and members of our COVID-19 response team, will be convening to plan for the extended school closure and develop our continuous learning plan. As always, we will be in communication with you when those details are finalized after spring break as we know this situation is evolving on a daily basis.
Keep in mind, we do have eLearning plans in place through May 1, 2020 and those plans remain unchanged. We have posted the schedule below as a reminder.
I know this news brings great sadness to our teachers and students who were planning to finish the school year together. This is not how we envisioned the end of our school year, however these unprecedented times demand our flexibility, understanding, and patience. This is certainly a learning moment for all of us.
Finally, please visit the district website for the WWS COVID-19 FAQ, food service information, and all WWS communication on COVID-19. We will be in communication as soon as our extended closure plans are finalized.
Stay positive and healthy Shamrocks!
ROCK ON!!!
Learning Plan: April 13 - May 1, 2020
April 13 - 17
Monday, April 13 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
Tuesday, April 14 - eLearning day
Wednesday, April 15 - eLearning day
Thursday, April 16 - eLearning day
Friday, April 17 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
April 20 - 24
Monday, April 20 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
Tuesday, April 21 - eLearning day
Wednesday, April 22 - eLearning day
Thursday, April 23 - eLearning day
Friday, April 24 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
April 27 - May 1
Monday, April 27 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
Tuesday, April 28 - eLearning day
Wednesday, April 29 - eLearning day
Thursday, April 30 - eLearning day
Friday, May 1 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
- All Indiana schools will be closed for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year and will deliver remote instruction for the remainder of the school year.
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WWS Updates - Mar 27, 2020
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WWS Updates - Mar 26, 2020
If you are needing access to the internet, here is a map of locations (parking lots of WWS buildings) with free WiFi access. The internet can be accessed from vehicles while parked in the parking lots. Please remember, all WWS buildings are closed so please remain in your vehicle while utilizing the Wifi.
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WWS Updates - Mar 23, 2020
Hello Rocks Families!
Today Indiana Governor Holcomb announced a stay-in-place order for two weeks, starting at midnight tomorrow, Tuesday, March 24 and running through April 7.
We want to assure our Rocks families that our twice weekly food deliveries will continue as they are an essential service!
Additionally -
- ELearning this week will continue.
- The WWS eLearning Tech Hotline will remain open as it is run remotely - 317.867.8087, Monday - Friday, 9am - 8 pm.
- For families without internet access, we are still waiting on portable hotspots to arrive. We are working on a map we will send out later this week that includes parking lots (of WWS buildings and WWS partners) that have strong wifi. We have been told that travel to and from these locations and not leaving your car would be considered essential travel.
- Through our partnership with Riverview Hospital, we are providing items such as masks and hand sanitizer that are not being used in our school clinics.
If you need help, or if you want to volunteer to help, please visit the Westfield Wellbeing Coalition website, which is serving as the clearinghouse for needs in Westfield.
Please remember there is a robust FAQ on our website, in both English and Spanish.
Here is a link to the Governor’s FAQ about the stay-at-home order.
Reminder - these are the dates/times/locations of food delivery.
Mondays
(3 breakfasts and 3 lunches in each sack)
Pick up location at Monon Trail Elementary School (19400 Tomlinson Rd, Westfield, IN 46074) will be from 11am-12pm and 5pm-6pm.
We will also be at the following locations on those Mondays:
Bus #1/Area 1
North Glen - 11am-11:30am
Casey Acres - Noon -12:30pm
The Commons of Maple Knoll Apartments (500 Bigleaf Maple Way) 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #2/Area 2
Hamilton Square Apartments - 11am-11:30pm
Valley Farms - Noon - 12:30pm
Carmel Landing - 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #3/Area 3
Eagletown Westfield Playhouse (1836 IN-32)11am- 11:30am
Christ Community Church (20854 Lamong Road) Noon - 12:30pm
Hortonville United Methodist Church (20500 Horton Road)1-1:30pm
Thursdays
(4 breakfasts and 4 lunches in each sack)
Pick up location at Monon Trail Elementary School (19400 Tomlinson Rd, Westfield, IN 46074) will be from 11am-12pm and 5pm-6pm.
We will also be at the following locations on those Thursdays:
Bus #1/Area 1
North Glen - 11am-11:30am
Casey Acres - Noon -12:30pm
The Commons of Maple Knoll Apartments (500 Bigleaf Maple Way) 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #2/Area 2
Hamilton Square Apartments - 11am-11:30pm
Valley Farms - Noon - 12:30pm
Carmel Landing - 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #3/Area 3
Eagletown Westfield Playhouse (1836 IN-32)11am- 11:30am
Christ Community Church (20854 Lamong Road) Noon - 12:30pm
Hortonville United Methodist Church (20500 Horton Road)1-1:30pm
There will be a technology staff member at all food pickup locations to answer any questions you may have concerning technology and eLearning. *They will not be on site during spring break.
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WWS Updates - Mar 20, 2020
Rocks Families,
The WWS administration team, principals and COVID-19 response team have been meeting (virtually) to discuss the plans for the upcoming weeks. There is quite a bit of important information communicated in this message regarding the WWS learning schedule, technology and food service, so please take the time to read the entire message. This information will also be posted on the district website under COVID-19 updates.
We have a solid learning plan for the weeks ahead and we will utilize both eLearning and waiver days. We want to thank you for your flexibility and cooperation as we navigate this challenging time. Please remember, we do have learning plans in place through April 13th and those plans remain the same. To view those plans, visit the district website.
Here is the plan from April 13 - May 1, 2020.
Learning Plan: April 13 - May 1, 2020
April 13 - 17
Monday, April 13 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
Tuesday, April 14 - eLearning day
Wednesday, April 15 - eLearning day
Thursday, April 16 - eLearning day
Friday, April 17 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
April 20 - 24
Monday, April 20 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
Tuesday, April 21 - eLearning day
Wednesday, April 22 - eLearning day
Thursday, April 23 - eLearning day
Friday, April 24 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
April 27 - May 1
Monday, April 27 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
Tuesday, April 28 - eLearning day
Wednesday, April 29 - eLearning day
Thursday, April 30 - eLearning day
Friday, May 1 - Waiver day - no student lessons - teacher planning day
Food Service
We have some exciting news to share about WWS/Sodexo food service for students! We will now be able to provide meals for our WWS students 7 days a week! Additionally, we will be able to provide meals over spring break! In order to make these adjustments, we need to make some changes to our delivery schedule and pick-up location. Here are the details:
Starting Monday, March 23, the new schedule until further notice will be:
Mondays
(3 breakfasts and 3 lunches in each sack)
Pick up location at Monon Trail Elementary School (19400 Tomlinson Rd, Westfield, IN 46074) will be from 11am-12pm and 5pm-6pm.
We will also be at the following locations on those Mondays:
Bus #1/Area 1
North Glen - 11am-11:30am
Casey Acres - Noon -12:30pm
The Commons of Maple Knoll Apartments (500 Bigleaf Maple Way) 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #2/Area 2
Hamilton Square Apartments - 11am-11:30pm
Valley Farms - Noon - 12:30pm
Carmel Landing - 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #3/Area 3
Eagletown Westfield Playhouse (1836 IN-32)11am- 11:30am
Christ Community Church (20854 Lamong Road) Noon - 12:30pm
Hortonville United Methodist Church (20500 Horton Road)1-1:30pm
Thursdays
(4 breakfasts and 4 lunches in each sack)
Pick up location at Monon Trail Elementary School (19400 Tomlinson Rd, Westfield, IN 46074) will be from 11am-12pm and 5pm-6pm.
We will also be at the following locations on those Thursdays:
Bus #1/Area 1
North Glen - 11am-11:30am
Casey Acres - Noon -12:30pm
The Commons of Maple Knoll Apartments (500 Bigleaf Maple Way) 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #2/Area 2
Hamilton Square Apartments - 11am-11:30pm
Valley Farms - Noon - 12:30pm
Carmel Landing - 1pm - 1:30pm
Bus #3/Area 3
Eagletown Westfield Playhouse (1836 IN-32) 11am- 11:30am
Christ Community Church (20854 Lamong Road) Noon - 12:30pm
Hortonville United Methodist Church (20500 Horton Road) 1-1:30pm
There will be a technology staff member at all food pickup locations to answer any questions you may have concerning technology and eLearning. *They will not be on site during spring break.
Student Access/Devices
WWS will provide a device and broadband access to any family in need during our school closure. If you need a device, broadband access, or technology support, please call 317.867.8087, Monday - Friday, 9am - 8pm.
Wellbeing Coalition Website
As stated in our messages earlier this week, during this unprecedented time, we understand there are many families struggling and in need of supplies or other necessities, and also - many people who want to help! The City of Westfield, Westfield Schools, Westfield Education Foundation, Westfield Washington Township, Student Impact, Youth Assistance and Open Doors have collaborated and created a resource “hub” for Westfield families. The Wellbeing Coalition website will be that hub and will house information and resources for all families and it also includes ways you can help. It’s full of great information for all families! Check it out- and please share with your neighbors!
You will be receiving communication from your school(s) with eLearning details for the upcoming weeks. As always, please reach out to your student’s teacher with any questions or concerns. We realize this whole situation is overwhelming for families. Keep in mind, WE ARE SHAMROCKS, and we will get through this together. We will work to connect - not isolate! We will be in communication with any updates or changes.
Stay healthy and ROCK ON!!!
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WWS Updates - Mar 19, 2020
Rocks Families,
This afternoon, Governor Holcomb announced that all Indiana schools will be closed at least through May 1, 2020 to help minimize the spread of COVID-19. I know this news can feel overwhelming, but please remember, we are Shamrocks, and we will get through this together.
Here are some additional highlights from his message:
- All state-mandated assessments cancelled for this school year
- The Governor may revisit the current 20-day waiver (waiver days are days that we are not required to be made-up)
- Graduation requirements-goal is to graduate seniors with additional guidelines forthcoming from the Indiana Department of Education
Our district administrative team will be convening virtually this afternoon and our principals, along with other members of our COVID-19 response team, will be convening virtually first thing tomorrow morning to plan for the extended school closure. As always, we will be in communication with you about those details when finalized.
Keep in mind, we do have solid learning plans in place through April 13th.
Week 1 - Monday, March 16 - Friday, March 20
Monday, March 16, will be a waiver day, which is a day that is not required to be made up. We will utilize eLearning for the remaining 4 days of this week, Tuesday through Friday. You will receive communication from your school with eLearning procedures and details.
Week 2 - Monday, March 23 - Friday, March 27
We will utilize eLearning for these 5 days, March 23 through March 27. You will receive communication from your school with procedures and details.
Week 3 - Monday, March 30 - Friday, April 3
This is a 4 day week - Monday, March 30 through Thursday, April 2. WWS spring break begins Friday, April 3. We will utilize 4 waiver days, which are days that are not required to be made up at the end of the school year. There will be no eLearning this week.
Week 4 -April 6 - April 10
Spring Break - closed all week
As stated in our message earlier this week, during this unprecedented time, we understand there are many families struggling and in need of supplies or other necessities, and also - many people who want to help! The City of Westfield, Westfield Schools, Westfield Education Foundation, Westfield Washington Township, Student Impact, Youth Assistance and Open Doors have collaborated and created a resource “hub” for Westfield families. The Wellbeing Coalition website will be that hub and will house information and resources for all families and it also includes ways you can help. It’s full of great information for all families! Check it out- and please share with your neighbors!
Also, if you are in need of technology support, please call 317-867-8087, Monday - Friday, 9 am - 8 pm. Finally, please visit the district website for the WWS COVID-19 FAQ, food service information, and all WWS communication on COVID-19.
Stay healthy Shamrocks!
ROCK ON!!!
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Westfield COVID-19 Community Video
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WWS Updates - Mar 17, 2020
Rocks Families,
Happy St. Patrick's Day, Shamrocks! We hope you are enjoying some quality time with your family!
As we settle into our eLearning window and extended time away from school, we would like our school community to know that our priorities at Westfield Washington School district are to do our part to keep our schools and community safe and healthy, provide the highest quality of learning possible, and maintain a level of connectedness with all students. We want to connect, not isolate!
With those goals in mind, here are a few updates:
You should have received information from your school(s) regarding eLearning. Today, Tuesday, March 17, is the first day of the eLearning window which will run until Friday, March 27. If you need assistance, please contact your student’s teacher via email or if you need technology support, please call 317-867- 8087.
During this unprecedented time, we understand there are many families struggling and in need of supplies or other necessities, and also - many people who want to help! The City of Westfield, Westfield Schools, Westfield Education Foundation, Westfield Washington Township, Student Impact, Youth Assistance and Open Doors have collaborated and created a resource “hub” for Westfield families. The Wellbeing Coalition website will be that hub and will house information and resources for all families and it also includes ways you can help. It’s full of great information for all families! Check it out!
If you haven't had a chance to read the FAQ document sent last Friday, click here or visit the district website for an English and Spanish version and all updates. Also, if you are in need of a device or broadband for eLearning, please call 317-867-8087. Finally, here is the information on our Monday food service if you’re in need.
We are so thankful for our awesome community! Thanks Shamrocks! Stay strong and healthy!
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WWS Updates - Mar 13, 2020
Rocks Families,
Thank you for your cooperation and patience as we work through this unprecedented situation. As mentioned in yesterday’s communication, beginning Monday, March 16th, WWS will be closed through spring break. The following information includes the plans and procedures for the next few weeks as we utilize eLearning days and Governor-issued waiver days.
Weekly Plan:
Week 1 - Monday, March 16 - Friday, March 20
Monday, March 16, will be a waiver day, which is a day that is not required to be made up. We will utilize eLearning for the remaining 4 days of this week, Tuesday through Friday. You will receive communication from your school with eLearning procedures and details.
Week 2 - Monday, March 23 - Friday, March 27
We will utilize eLearning for these 5 days, March 23 through March 27. You will receive communication from your school with procedures and details.
Week 3 - Monday, March 30 - Friday, April 3
This is a 4 day week - Monday, March 30 through Thursday, April 2. WWS spring break begins Friday, April 3. We will utilize 4 waiver days, which are days that are not required to be made up at the end of the school year. There will be no eLearning this week.
Week 4 -April 6 - April 10
Spring Break - closed all week
Monday, April 13
Expected return to WWS
Tech Support for eLearning
If you need tech support for eLearning, please call 317.867.8087
BAC, All Aboard, and TOTS
BAC, All Aboard, and TOTS will also be closed through spring break.
WWS Extracurricular Activities
All WWS extracurricular activities, including sports games and practices, will be cancelled through spring break.
Food Service
If a student(s) is in need of food during this school closure, please click this link for distribution and/or pick up information. LINK If you can’t access this link, please contact 317.867.8000.
WWS Buildings - Closed
We will be working with our partners at Sodexo to begin extensive cleaning and disinfecting procedures at all nine schools, transportation and buses while the buildings are closed. Buildings are closed to students starting today at 6 pm. Teachers have access through next week, and then, in order to deep clean, we will be closing the buildings through April 13.
FAQ
Here is a link to a Frequently Asked Questions document you may find helpful.
FAQ Link FAQ Spanish
As always, as changes and updates occur, we will provide timely communication. As of right now, WWS Central Office will be open through Friday, March 20, so if you have questions or concerns that need to be addressed, please call 317.867.8000. Stay safe Shamrocks! -
WWS Updates - Mar 12, 2020
Westfield Washington Schools has been working in conjunction with state, county and local officials, as well as other Hamilton County school districts, to plan diligently for a possible COVID-19 situation. WWS has made the decision for school to be in session tomorrow (Friday, March 13). Beginning Monday, March 16, WWS will be closed through spring break.
We will communicate with families by the end of day tomorrow with finalized plans and next steps moving forward. Thank you for your patience as this situation is constantly changing. All of our communication will be posted on our website at COVID-19 Updates. -
WWS Updates - Mar 10, 2020
Westfield Washington Schools has been working diligently to plan for the possibility of a positive Coronavirus COVID-19 situation. To be clear - we are aware of no students or staff testing positive. We will continue to plan for any possible scenario and be vigilant, as ensuring a healthy learning environment is critical.
Here are some important updates you need to be aware of:
- As the number of individuals in Indiana testing positive continues to increase, it is important to note that once this occurs, many decisions, including school closures, are decided by the county department of health, not the school district.
- Should a WWS student or staff member test positive for COVID-19, we will be forced to close ALL 9 schools for 14 days and institute eLearning for those 10 school days. If this occurs, families will receive communication from their schools on eLearning procedures. Please be patient because this is not a typical eLearning situation.
- Please remember, we are prohibited from sharing specific health information about students and staff. Doing so would be illegal. Please do not engage in speculation, online or in person, about neighbors or classmates.
- We have initiated enhanced disinfecting protocols of our classrooms and buildings with our custodial service provider, Sodexo. This includes, but is not limited to, enhanced disinfecting of frequently touched surfaces, including railings/bannisters, desks and light switches. WWS buses are also being disinfected more regularly. We are also encouraging staff to allow more time for students to hand wash, knowing that soap and water is the best form of disinfecting.
- If you are traveling to one of the countries with a CDC level 3 travel health notice, it is recommended that you self-quarantine for 14 days. Additional information, as well as a list of countries with health advisories, is available at cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html.
- Families planning international travel should keep in mind that this situation is rapidly evolving. International travel to areas where COVID-19 is spreading may result in delays or possibly quarantine if travel recommendations change while abroad. If you do travel internationally to a level 3 country, or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please notify the Hamilton County Health Department and your school’s office.
- We are not cancelling extracurricular events at this time, nor have we limited lunchtime visitors, but we will have additional hand sanitizer available, and we urge event attendees to follow CDC recommendations. Again, this situation is fluid. As always, if you are sick, please refrain from coming to school.
- If your student has a school-issued Chromebook please have them bring that device home every night in the event of an unexpected closure.
- If your child is in need of a device in order to complete eLearning assignments, complete one of the following forms. English Form - Spanish Form If you are unable to access this form, please call 317.867.8026.
- If you do not have access to broadband, please complete one of the following forms. English Form - Spanish Form. If you are unable to complete this form, please call 317.867.8026.
- This is a helpful resource on how to talk to your children about Coronavirus.
- Should we have to close for an extended period of time, we will communicate a plan to provide food for families in need.
This is an evolving situation and we are following this closely on an hour-by-hour basis.
Here is what you can do to help:
We would encourage families to begin conversations about what your family plan would be in the event of an extended school closure. If the Health Department requires us to close our schools, your family needs to have a plan in place to address an extended eLearning window. If buildings close, this would mean all programs and activities, including BAC, TOTS, All Aboard and developmental preschool, would close. Should the Hamilton County Health Department recommend we close, we will abide by their recommendations.
Thank you for your attention. We will keep you posted and any changes or updates.
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WWS Updates - Mar 6, 2020
Dear Rocks Families,
With the recent announcement of a confirmed Coronavirus/COVID-19 case in Indiana, coupled with the approaching Spring Break (April 3-12), we recognize the growing concerns about the spread of the virus. While we know that there has been one confirmed case in Indiana, we must prepare for additional cases. There are no suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Westfield or in our schools and at this time and school-related activities will continue as scheduled. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely and are in daily contact with the Hamilton County Health Department, Riverview Health and the Indiana Department of Education to ensure we have the latest information.
At WWS, we are taking extra precautions to ensure a safe environment for our students and staff. Even with these steps, WWS is not immune - as we have seen with the many absences the last few weeks for Influenza A and B.
We are asking you to help us limit the likelihood of an outbreak:
- If your student is sick, please keep them at home.
- If you are a WWS staff member and are sick, please stay home.
- Wash your hands regularly for 20 seconds, using soap and hot water.
- Avoid coughing or sneezing into your hands or in the air.
- Help us remind students not to touch his/her eyes, mouth or nose.
As COVID-19 continues to spread internationally, families may have questions about upcoming travel. The CDC has issued no official recommendations regarding domestic travel at this time. All travelers should practice general preventive measures. Regarding international travel, the CDC recommends avoiding nonessential travel to countries with a CDC level 3 travel health notice. Additionally, anyone returning from travel to countries with a CDC level 3 travel health notice will be instructed by the Indiana Department of Health to self-quarantine for 14 days. Additional information, as well as a list of countries with health advisories, is available at cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/
travelers/index.html .Families planning international travel should keep in mind that this situation is rapidly evolving. International travel to areas where COVID-19 is spreading may result in delays or possibly quarantine if travel recommendations change while abroad. If you do travel internationally to a level 3 country, please notify your school’s office.
We will continue to communicate with you in the days and weeks to come. As always, the safety of our students, staff and families remains our top priority. We will act out of an abundance of caution to protect everyone’s health and wellbeing.
Thank you for your attention to this message. We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. See you Monday!
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WWS Updates - Feb 28, 2020
Dear WWS Parents and Guardians,
The coronavirus (COVID-19) is creating a lot of attention globally. We wanted to send parents/guardians an update on what WWS is currently doing in our schools to prevent the spread of any illness.
WWS custodians and staff are following CDC recommendations for cleaning during the flu season in each of our buildings. They are concentrating on disinfecting areas that are used and/or touched frequently, such as light switches, drinking fountains and doorknobs. This will assist in the prevention of the spread/exposure to any types of illness.
We are encouraging frequent handwashing among students and staff, as it’s one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick. Riverview Health/school nurses are closely monitoring students who are showing any signs or symptoms of an infectious illness.
Listed below are some additional recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to help prevent the spread of germs:
Stay home until “fever free” for at least 24 hours.
Seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms that cause concern.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, or by coughing into the inside of your elbow. Throw any used tissues away in trash.
Avoid touching eyes, mouth and nose with unwashed hands.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces in your home.
We will continue to consult with the Hamilton County Health Dept, Indiana State Dept of Health and Riverview Health Network to follow their recommendations on the spread of the coronavirus. In the event our schools would be closed for an extended period of time, we would utilize eLearning days for students per State recommendations.
To stay current with the most recent information from CDC related to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), please utilize the following link.
We appreciate your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Westfield Washington Schools
