The February Newsletter is now available!

From the Principal:
Mr. Callaway

The Character Education word for February is courtesy. As I visit with students it is evident that many families work on being courteous at home. It is so pleasant to have students greet staff members in the hallway and ask how the day is going. Many visitors to the building comment on the nice building atmosphere and great attitude of our students. We work constantly to build connections with students and families. When a positive relationship already exists, conferencing with students and parents is more meaningful.

I really appreciate all the work families do toward educating students about the character traits. We try to lead by example, treating everyone with respect. I try to base my visits with student on how I would like my children to be treated. During conferences, I always look at all sides of an issue and consider what is reasonable within the rules that we must follow. When discussing difficult topics with parents, it is so nice to be greeted with an open mind and the best interest of everyone.

As concerns arise, feel free to contact the classroom teacher. If you have any concerns that need to be brought to my attention, I am available on most school days. On another note, our building attendance for the year is 95.21%. Thanks to everyone that has helped make that possible. As of the first of January we had 27 students with perfect attendance.

I am constantly pleased at how great the school year is progressing.

Joe Callaway
Principal

Change for Haiti

Wilder Student Council is holding a fundraiser for the people of Haiti. Each combination grade level K-1, 2-3 and 4-5 is encouraged to raise a goal of $125.00 to earn extra recess time!

Containers will be by the front office and collection will run through Friday, February 5. Donations will be go to Convoy of Hope. Thank you for your support!

2nd Annual  Lean Green Running Machine 5K Run/Walk
April 17th, 2010, 8 am, 1 Mile Run/Walk to Follow

This is a great way to support our school, the PTA Clothing Bank and an awesome advertising opportunity spanning the greater Springfield community.

Over 400 of our shirts with our sponsors prominently displayed have been worn/seen city-wide! This year we also have the opportunity to sponsor three mile marker banner on the race course. Please contact Page Zendehrouh at leangreenrunning@gmail.com for any further information.

Ways to Sponsor the race:

1) Sponsor listed on the Race day shirt: $250

2) Mile Marker Sponsors: $100
5K (1mile, 2mile, 3mile)
1 mile (note this mile marker is also passed by all the participants in the 5K)

 3) Age-group prize sponsors:
Overall Male and Female
1st, 2nd and 3rd
5-10yr, 11-15yr, 16-20yr, 21-30yr, 31-40yr, 41- 50yr, 51+

Mark your calendars and dust off those running / walking shoes! 

Read the February newsletter for more information

Dear Wilder Families,

Thank you for the continued support, participation and generous donations to the annual Wilder Toy Drive for Cross Lines. With your help and that of others in the community they were successful in making this holiday season joyful!

The Clothing Bank can always use new socks, underwear, hats, scarves and mittens for the winter months. When you are cleaning out your closets after the holiday, please remember the Clothing Bank with your donations. Wilder work days will be February 12 and April 21, 2010. If you are interested in helping, please feel free to call. Happy New Year!

Kristin Schneider, Sharing and Caring

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February 8
PTA Board Meeting
open to the general membership.
6:00 in library

February 12
Valentine's Day Parties
2:00 p.m.

February 12
Clothing Bank

February 12
Skating Party
4:30 - 6:30

February 12
Wear heart-on-jeans drive ends

February 15
President's Day
NO SCHOOL

February 17
Mid-Third Quarter

February 19
Spring Picture Day

February 23
Founder's Day Banquet

February 25
Pasta Express Night
4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
East Battlefield location

March 1
Book Fair Begins

March 2
Two-Hour Early Release

March 5
Book Fair Ends

District News

Springfield Public Schools will be in session today, Tuesday, February 9, 2010. For more information, visit our FAQ.

Wear Your Hearts On Your Jeans!

WILDER PTA is issuing a challenge to EVERY Wilder family to donate at least one pair of gently loved or new jeans to the SCPTA Clothing Bank. 

Our Wear Your Hearts on your Jeans drive will run from February 1st through February 12th. 

Please drop your jeans off in the Sharing & Caring bin by the front office or by the back doors. 

 Please sign your child's' name on the giant jean heart located across from the Multi-Purpose room doors for each pair donated. 

Thanks for helping make a difference in the life of a Springfield Public Schools student!

February PTA Board and General
Membership Meeting

The February 8th Wilder PTA Board Meeting will be open to the general membership. It will be held in the Library at 6:00 p.m. Normal business and the election of the nominating committee will take place at this time.

Chat N Chew

Chat N Chew will begin the week of February 8th and ending before Spring Break - allowing six weeks for the program.  Adult discussion leaders will be contacted by Missy Duncan and books will be passed out by her as well.

All children who ordered books will receive them via their discussion leaders.  Thank you in advance for your help in leading these small discussion groups!  Happy reading!

If you have been taking pictures in your child’s classroom or on field trips, please submit them for possible use in the yearbook.  Please contact Gwen Thomas at 887-7013 or gwenethomas@att.net. Your help is greatly appreciated.

BOX TOPS,
CAMPBELL’S SOUP LABELS AND EMPTY INK CARTRIDGES NEEDED!

Once again, Coach D will be taking care of the collection of Box Tops and Campbell Soup labels. 

Please send them with your child for drop-off next to the pencil/notebook machine.  We also have two collection boxes for the ink catridges in the same location.

Every little bit helps!

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