Parent Teacher Conferences

Conferences will be Tuesday, November 15th and Monday, November 21st.  Also, cookie dough will be distributed during conference times on the 15th.

Issue 12 Q & A

Issue 12 Q & A evening Thursday Nov 3, GEHS PAC, 7:00
Glen Este High School-Performing Arts Center (PAC)
Please mark your calendars and spread the word.
This is open to West Clermont parents and to the general public.

Organized by Citizens for West Clermont Schools

Dr. Brooks, Alana, M.E., Mr. Spieser will serve as our core to field questions. Board members, Principals and Citizens for West Clermont Schools are encouraged to attend to speak to attendees and show support.

Nov 1st PTSO MTG. Guest speaker

Our president, Kathy, received this email below from the Amelia Middle School PTO and would like to share it with all of you.  A big thank you to AMSPTO for opening this session up to all of us.

Hello,

I just want to let everyone know Alana Cropper the Treasurer for West Clermont and a Board member will be at our next meeting scheduled Tues. Nov. 1st at 7:00 in the library at the AMS.  WE are opening this up to other schools also to provide an opportunity for Q & A and information pertinent to the upcoming Levy issue 12 on Nov. 8th.  Please attend and invite others as this is a great opportunity to clarify any concerns.

 

Issue 12 Q & A evening Thursday Nov 3, GEHS PAC, 7:00

Please mark your calendars and spread the word. 

This is open to West Clermont parents and to the general public.

Organized by Citizens for West Clermont Schools

Dr. Brooks, Alana, M.E., Mr. Spieser will serve as our core to field questions.  Board members, Principals and Citizens for West Clermont Schools are encouraged to attend to speak to attendees and show support. 

Reminders from Newsletter

* School hours are 9:00-3:00 (students can enter the building at 8:45)

* Late arrival- After 9:00 you must park and sign-in your child in the office as tardy (this counts on their attendance)

* School Fees are $50 for the 2011-2012 school year

West Clermont Opportunity

Recently our PTO President was sent some information from a parent from Merwin about a program opening up in our West Clermont community to offer our children similar opportunities to learn about the arts as they would in a school setting if offered.  Here is some information from that letter:

"There is a new Center for the Arts that is opening up at 1118 Ferris Road.  It is called Second Story. 

I have no affiliation with the center but have become involved in launching it because I feel strongly about the positive impact the arts play on our community and kids. 

 

Jim Jung, the founder, and I have been working together and both feel that with your help, we can provide a fun, safe environment in which WT students and their families can experience the arts.  Second Story is having a "Free Sampler" Open House on Saturday, October 29th from 1pm-5pm.  We will provide and sort all print materials needed for your students as well as any announcement needs for your newsletters and all-calls.  In exchange, Second Story will give you $5.00 for every registration that it generates.  Because classes typically run on an 8 week cycle, this would be a long-term relationship of building into our students.  It is really that simple.  I will coordinate everything and all you have to do it sit back and watch another fundraiser take off.

 

Attached is a letter from Jim Jung, the founder of Second Story, a sample of the registration form, and the flyer which would be distributed to the students.

 

I have been distributing postcards/flyers in order to promote and bring the arts to our community. Actually, a couple of weeks ago, your principal allowed me to distribute them to all her students.  I strongly believe that arts of all types (whether it be theater, drawing, sculpting, music, photography, etc,) are imperative to build a well-rounded education and individual. 

 

Physiologically, the human brain consists of 2 parts, the left and the right hemisphere.  The left brain is used in logical thinking and analytical processes.  This is typically what is trained in school work that consists of math, reading and science.  The right brain is used in emotional perception, intuition and creativity.  It is the right brain that is mainly used when a person is involved in creative endeavors such as the arts.  It is this part of the brain that typical school environment neglects to train. 

Children who regularly participate in a comprehensive arts program are four-times more likely to be elected to class office; four-times more likely to be in a math or science fair, and four-times more likely to win an award for writing, according to research published by Americans for the Arts."

What do you think?  There will be info coming out soon for you to take a closer look at what this program has to offer.  Hey, nothing wrong with looking at all aspects of our children's learning.  Even if it isn't through the school system.

First Final Day Fun Day at WT

On the last day of each month all students will participate in a fun activity that will focus on one of four areas;music, art, literacy or physical activity.  Teachers will work together with their grade level to create activities that will be fun and engaging for all students.

We are asking that parents help us kick off our 1st event by sending in snacks for students.  Snack foods will be shared across all grade levels.

Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade: Juice boxes or Juice pouches.  3rd, 4th and 5th grade:  bags of pretzels or gold fish crackers.

You can begin sending in items immediately.  Be sure to have your snacks and drinks here NO LATER THAN October 28th!

October 31st will also be team spirit day at WT.  Students should dress in their favorite team gear.  Bobcat Spirit items will be handed out all day to the ultimate fans.

Calendar Added

Hello everyone!  Wanted to let you know that we have added a calendar to the blog. At this time, it is located at the bottom of the page.  If I can figure out how to move it up and proportion it, I sure will!  But for now, scroll on down to take a peek.  If I have missed any important dates go ahead and send me the info.  Thanks all!  Hey, we're getting there guys!

Skating Party this week!

Ready for another fun night of skating?  Well let's do it! Let's also see if we can get even MORE people there this time.  What fun!
Add this to your calendar so we can have a great turn out and get to know other parents and kids from WT!

What:  SKATING PARTY
When:  Thursday, October 27
Time:  6:00-8:00pm
Where:  Beechmont Rollarena,3988 Commercial Blvd, Cincinnati, OH  45245 
              http://www.beechmontrollarena.com/

There are directions on the website along with other information.  Hope to see you there!  

Have a GREAT week everyone!

Weathers changing a bit out there this week.  Still beautiful coloring going on.  Everyone have a great week and remember there is NO school this Friday, October 21st.

October PTO Meeting

Hey everyone, just a little reminder that there will be a PTO meeting tomorrow evening.  We will meet at the Amelia Middle School in the cafeteria at 6:30pm.  Come on over and see what is going on in our child(rens) school.  Who knows, maybe there is something that you could really be a part of that is right up your alley!  Also, it's a good way to get involved and let your voice be heard.


See you there!

10/9/11 WEEKLY UPDATE

• 10 /10/11 WC Board Meeting at 7:00


• 10/11/11 Picture Day at WT (another day will be announced for K and Pre-K's not a school)


• 10/12/11 WT PTO Meeting 6:30 at Amelia Middle Cafe'


• PTO Reminder: If you would like a levy sign please leave word in the office and Chrissy Willenbrink will contact you.


• School doors open at 8:45, most days students and busses have arrived by 9:00. If you bring your student to school after staff have entered the building your child is considered tardy. You will need to park and walk in to sign in your child. School ends at 3:00, most days dismissal is complete between 3:15 and 3:20. Please make arrangements to have your child picked up on time each day.

**FIVE IMPORTANT UPDATES**

Cookie Dough Orders Due-MUST be turned in by Friday, October 7^th.

Friday Oct. 7-Interims Go Home

Wednesday, Oct. 12 @ 6:30-PTO Meeting Amelia Middle School Library

Tuesday, October 11-Picture Day

Friday, October 21-No School-Teacher In-Service (Retake Day 11/30 and or M/W Kdg. & Preschool)

Halloween Safety Night

West Clermont Meet the Candidate Night

This upcoming election time is going to mean major changes and decisions for each and every resident of the West Clermont School District.  It has been brought to our attention that there will be a meet and greet for the current four running candidates for the two open positions. If you find yourself with any concerns or questions this would be a good meeting to go to.  Get to know your school board and be a part of it all.  We ALL have a say in what determines our future.  Hope to see you there!

West Clermont School Board Candidate Night

Wednesday, October 12th, Eastgate Holiday Inn from 7-9 pm.

Doors will open at 6:30pm.  The question/answer forum will have a moderator.  Questions will come from those that attend on index cards that they receive at the door. 

Upcoming candidates are:  

Dan Krueger, Tammy Brinkman, Tina Sanborn and Jeffrey Kohls

WT Honored

WT is going to be honored at the board meeting on Monday night (Civic Center @ 7:00pm) for being Excellent With Distinction - all are welcome. How cool is that?!  YAY WT!  GOOOOO BOBCATS!

Cookie Dough Kick Off!

Well, it's back!  Yesterday the packets were sent home for our cookie dough kick off.  Why do I say 'our'? Because the sales benefit ALL of us!  There are different ways to order.  Check and money orders are preferred  but orders can be placed online also.  Money and orders are due October 4th. There are also some really fun prizes for the kids.  A couple include a pizza party for their class and a performance by Rick Smith Jr. from America's Got Talent.  How fun!  So take a peek at your child's packet and have fun selling!  

Info from Sept 12 West Clermont Board of Education meeting

At the Sept 12th meeting, the Board passed the following resolution:

Be it resolved that the West Clermont Board of Education does hereby direct the administration to restore the following reductions effective January 2, 2012, should the November 8th levy pass:
-Transportation to be restored to 2010-2011 school year levels
-All buildings shall be open to community use, per board policy

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the West Clermont Board of Education does hereby direct the administration to restore the following reductions effective at the beginning of the 2012-2013 school year, should the November 8th levy pass:
-provide Music, Art, Gifted and Media services for all elementary buildings
-Athletic fees will be reduced to $150 per sport

Get ready to ROLLER!

Skate that is!  Hey, there will be a skating party coming up.  Add this to your calendar so we can have a great turn out and get to know other parents and kids from WT!

What:  SKATING PARTY
When:  Thursday, September 29th
Time:  6:00-8:00pm
Where:  Beechmont Rollarena,3988 Commercial Blvd, Cincinnati, OH  45245 
              http://www.beechmontrollarena.com/

There are directions on the website along with other information.  Hope to see you there!  Roll on!


   

PTO meeting 9/14

It was a good meeting last night.  Many ideas and thoughts were brought to the table and discussed.  Some upcoming events are as follows:

Cookie Dough Kickoff begins September 20th
Skating party at the Beechmont Rollerena on Sept 29th from 6-8
Scholastic Book Fair end of October/beginning of November.

We discussed drop off/pick up of kids. Different ways to get involved.  Different events.  And had fun doing so.  

Looking like our next PTO meeting will be the second Wednesday in October which falls on October 12th starting at 6:30.  Remember, we need YOU to be there-be a part-and give to the group. It is fun to be a part of your children's school life and really, they love it too.  We can't work on things, change things that you may not like or give answers to your questions without you there to open up discussion. Please plan to attend the meeting and help us make this a GREAT year!

WT Elementary Volunteer Info

We are looking for volunteers to help run and support our events for this school y ear.  Please take a look at the listing below and let us know if you are interested.  You may either write them on a sheet of paper with your name, event name, child's grade level, phone number and email and return that sheet to your child's teacher or email us back through this site to let us know. We will contact you to confirm your availability and answer any questions you may have.  Almost all of these events have during school and evening volunteer opportunities available.  Thank you for your support!

Food Committee
COSI Assembly
Scholastic Book Fair
Field Day
Cookie Dough Fundraiser
Yearbook Creation
Teacher Appreciation Week
Father/Daughter Dance
Mom/Son Event
Santa Secret Shop
Birthday Buddy Program (baking)
Student Reading Incentive Program (AR)
Box Tops for Education
Other _________________________________

Again we will need:
Parent's name
Phone number
Child's grade level
Email address

Thanks and hope to see you soon!

Upcoming PTO Meeting

There will be a PTO Meeting on the 14th of September at the Amelia Middle School (Library) from 6:30 to 7:30pm.  Please come and hear about the different opportunities and ways you can volunteer to make this year GREAT!  You can also have a chance to give an opinion on what you feel needs some work and any new ideas.  Hope to see you there. 

New Blog

Hello Parents/Staff of WT,
It is so exciting to be able to connect with a blog!  It is new so please be patient with us as we get kinks worked out and new info uploaded to it.  If you have any questions, shoot an email through here OR contact one of your PTO officers as they would be MORE than happy to help out.

PTO Fundraising 2011-2012

The PTO is the fundraising engine for the school.  All of the money we earn goes back into the school and the classrooms.

Our fundraisers for the year include:
Scholastic Book Fairs
Cookie Dough Sales
Box Tops
Target Red Card

Please support us in our efforts to enhance the school experience for all the students and staff at Withamsville--Tobasco Elementary!

WT PTO

The WT PTO is a parent driven group that supports the students and staff of Withamsville-Tobasco Elementary School.  Our main goal is to create opportunities for parents to feel a part of the school through volunteering.  The more parents involve themselves in their child's education, the more successful those students become!  Our events are designed to enhance the school experiences that the children receive.  some of what we do raises funds to offer continual support to the classrooms.  Overall, we want to create a strong school community where parents, staff, and students work together to make great things happen.

Please take a moment to find out how you can become connected--we can't wait to meet you!!

PTO Executive Board 2011-2012

Kathy Haught - President 753-7491

Della Douglas - Vice President 943-0079

Janice Young - Secretary 752-4707

Brandy Marshall - Treasurer 688-0360

Welcome back to the WT 2011-2012 school season!

Hope you all had a great summer and are ready to kick off the new school year!  Last night was Open House at WT and it looked to be a very good turn out.  Our PTO had a table with lots of information and sign ups for different fun things going on throughout the year for parents to help out with.  If you missed it don't worry, there are many different ways to sign up or get involved.  We will have those opportunities listed here on our new PTO blog.  As we get new information, we will post that for you.  So make sure to check back periodically or sign up via email to make sure you don't miss anything you would like to help with.  With that, we wish you a wonderful school year!  GOOOOO Bobcats!