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A
Note from
Dr. Steingraber:
Working Together to Build Character
 We
have just completed the 2nd quarter for the 2011-2012
school year . One of the many reasons
that we have a great school is because of the way
that students, teachers and parents work together
to form an educational partnership. When this partnership
forms, I have never found an issue that could not
be solved. I appreciate the efforts of students,
parents and staff in working together.
While we strive to excel at academics at Wilder
Elementary School, we also promote positive
character development
in our students. Throughout the week, I attempt
to recognize, over the announcements, students
who have
displayed exemplary character. January’s Character
Education word was “Attitude” and it
was a joy to hear how students displayed wonderful
attitudes in the classroom.
The
Character Education word for February is “Courtesy” and I
am looking forward to observing and hearing stories
of students displaying acts of courtesy. We truly
feel that developing positive character within our
students, along with solid academics, will give our
students the skills they need for future success.
We
truly appreciate the support our community provides
in developing positive character within our students.
On another note, our building attendance for
the year is 95.670% which is over a .5% increase
over
last year. This first half of this school year
has been a great one and I have been extremely
pleased
with the progress we have made. As the 2nd
half of the year begins, I am looking forward
to finishing
the year strong.
Jason Steingraber
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follow us on Facebook and
Twitter at http://twitter.com/WilderWildcats.
Wilder SnackPack Program
Each week
during the school year, many of our students at Wilder are supplied
with backpacks filled with nutritious
food to take home over the weekend.
This program, called
the SnackPack program, is designed to provide food that
can easily be prepared by a child in case there are times
over the weekend where additional food may be necessary
to support the family.
The SnackPack program
is modeled after several programs in Springfield and throughout the
United States and takes into account the child’s well-being
and privacy. The program has been successful at Wilder
with the support of PTA and Wilder families.
This school
year King’s Way United Methodist Church, a Wilder Partner in
Education, will be working with the school to support
this program. With their help the needs of many more
Wilder children will be met. Wilder families and businesses that
would like to continue supporting this program
may place food items in the bin outside the office or a
cash donation may be made to Wilder PTA (please designate “SnackPack” program
on the envelope or check). Thank you to King’s Way and all families that have supported
this much-needed program.
Print
Out Items Needed and carry it with you!
District
News
Nominate a candidate for Teacher of the Year
It is time to submit nominees for 2012-2013 Teacher of the Year. The nomination form is easy to complete and can be submitted by anyone. The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, Feb. 10. Just fill out the pertinent information and explain in 100 words or less why you are nominating the individual. Read more.
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February 2
Dominos' Pizza Night
February 14
Mid-Third Quarter
Chat
N Chew is a six week book club program for Grades
3 - 5. Order forms are due
by Thursday, January 12th - no exceptions (so books
can be ordered in time to begin reading the first week
of
February).
Watch for flyers and
order forms to come home in backpacks. Make checks payable to Wilder PTA
for book orders. Chat N Chew will begin the middle
of February to hopefully conclude by Spring Break. We
are always looking for parent volunteers. There is
a place on the form to indicate if you would like to
volunteer
in this reading program. Contact Missy Duncan at 894-5892,
Taryn Zimmerman or Manda Brandt with questions.
All Pro Dad's Breakfast
The
All Pro Dad’s Breakfast will be held on January
20th from 7:30 a.m.—8:15 a.m. If you plan to
attend breakfast please make sure to contact wilderallpro@yahoo.com to
RSVP so we can make sure to order enough food
for everyone. Please arrive on time so we can
end by 8:15 a.m. and allow all of the Wilder students
access to the cafeteria.
If
you have any questions or would like more information
please contact Scott Simpson at
wilderallpro@yahoo.com.
Theme
for 2012: “Diversity means…..”
Springfield
Council of PTAs sponsors a City Wide “Reflections” Showcase
in the Battlefield Mall every year in January to give
the winners of each participating Springfield public
school the chance to showcase their talents to family
and friends. The students compete in any of the following
categories: Film Production* Dance Choreography* Musical
Composition * Photography* Visual Arts* Literature.
Join us Sunday, January 8, 2012 at the Battlefield
Mall from 12-4 p.m. where all the students “Reflections” entries
will be on display for all to enjoy. At 3:00 p.m. an
awards ceremony will take place in which all are welcome
to attend!
Read
the Citywide Reflections Winners!
Wilder
PTA Clothing Bank Days for
2011 - 2012 School Year
Clothing
Bank Web Page
April 18
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