Westside Elementary's 3rd and 5th grade GT students took on the 3-2-1 Plank Challenge and blew us away with their creativity and ingenuity! 🚀 🌟🏗️
Using Keva planks, these budding engineers aimed for the skies as they built towering structures with only 3 planks as their base. 🏗️ They meticulously measured and recorded their progress, pushing the limits of their designs. The challenge didn't stop there! They then tackled structures with 2 planks and even just a single plank, showcasing a wide array of approaches from height-focused to design-driven. 🎨✨
As the state testing season approaches, our PTO here at Westside wants to remind our students that they've got this! 💪 To give you an extra boost of energy and support, our PTO will be generously providing snacks during testing days. We believe in you, and we know you'll shine bright!
Parents, remind your students that success starts with taking care of yourself. Stay hydrated, get enough sleep, and don't forget to eat a nutritious breakfast each morning. Their well-being is just as important as their academic success. You've prepared diligently, now go show the world what you're made of! 🚀
Last week, these 4th graders in Coach Faulconer's physical education class played 'Hula Hut Throwdown'!
The objective was simple yet thrilling: to keep the most hula huts standing tall when the timer chimed. How did they do it? By aiming for success! 🎯 Baskets were strategically positioned around the gym, each one a chance for students to score big. 🏀 With every successful shot, they earned a hula hoop! 🌀
It was more than just a game; it was a lesson in teamwork, coordination, and good old-fashioned fun! 💪
Ms. Johnson's 4th grade class embraced the sunshine by taking their schoolwork outside. Learning under the open sky, they enjoyed the fresh air while diving into their studies. What a great way to make the most of the nice weather! 🌞📚
Getting ready for the solar eclipse with style! ☀️🌑
Ms. Pilant's kindergarten class crafted these adorable sun masks for their eclipse glasses to watch the sun show last week. 🌞👓
Snack cart available tomorrow, Friday April 12th!
We had a blast at Chick-Fil-A Tuesday evening for Spirit Night! 🐄🦓
A huge thank you to Claremore Chick-Fil-A for teaming up with our school and to everyone who joined us to show their support! 🌟 Your presence made the night even more special! 🎉
There will be NO running club today, April 10th due to predicted weather.
This week, some of our classrooms are exploring the solar system! 🪐🌎☄️
Check out these amazing photos showcasing the out-of-this-world projects our students have been working on. From colorful planet models to imaginative space dioramas, our students' creativity knows no bounds! 🚀 💫🌟
From Coach Faulconer:
"Last day of running club is May 1. Four weeks left to get those miles in!" 🏃♀️🏅🏃♂️
Monday's solar eclipse had Westside buzzing with excitement! Students stepped outside to witness this stellar event firsthand. 🌞🌑
It was a 'sun'-sational experience for everyone!
Tomorrow night, join us for Spirit Night at Chick-Fil-A from 5-8pm. Mention "Spirit Night" at the register or use the code "ZEBRA" in the app. 🐮❤️🦓
☀️🌈 Our first graders are making the most of the sunny days! 🎨 Last week, we caught them soaking up the sun and unleashing their creativity by decorating the sidewalk with colorful chalk. 🖍️
Their artwork brightened up our day and added a splash of joy to our school grounds! 🌟
📅 Mark your calendars! Family Fun Night is just around the corner on 4/26 from 5pm-7pm! 🎈
Join us for an evening filled with laughter, games, and good company as we come together as a community. Not only will you have a blast, but you'll also be supporting Westside! We can't wait to see you there!
Students and teachers around Westside are showing their love and appreciation for our Assistant Principal, Mrs. Ratcliff. 🌈💜
Happy National Assistant Principals Day! 🦓
Today we celebrate Mrs. Ratcliff, our incredible assistant principal here at Westside! In her second year in this role, she's already made an immense impact as an administrator on our Westside community. Previous to her current position, Mrs. Ratcliff had 16 amazing years teaching art and coaching in Arkansas and at Westside. Mrs. Ratcliff was recognized with the prestigious CPS Teacher of the Year award in 2021, she embodies dedication and excellence. She's a true educational powerhouse!
Thank you for all you do, Mrs. Ratcliff, Westside loves and appreciates your kindness and support! ❤️
🎨🔍 Mrs. Sanders' class is diving into geometry with some hands-on learning. They're using technology and shape stations to transform 2D shapes into amazing 3D creations. 🖥️🔶
Way to go, mathematicians! 📏🔷
Today is National School Librarian Day! 🎉
We thank our amazing librarian here at Westside, Mrs. Lang, for fostering a love of reading and learning. 📖💙
Happy National Paraprofessional Day to our Instructional Assistants!!
Instructional assistants help our school in so many ways that sometimes may go unseen. Instructional assistants not only help students find success in the classroom, they build relationships, step up on duties, help cover classes, assist teachers academically & so many unnamed roles they step in and fulfill. We publicly celebrate them today & are simply grateful for them every single day.
It was stated best this morning, “We couldn’t do it without them.” Thank you to our Westside Instructional Assistants for helping us be better every day!
Happy National Paraprofessional Day to our Instructional Assistants!!
Instructional assistants help our school in so many ways that sometimes may go unseen. Instructional assistants not only help students find success in the classroom, they build relationships, step up on duties, help cover classes, assist teachers academically & so many unnamed roles they step in and fulfill. We publicly celebrate them today & are simply grateful for them every single day.
It was stated best this morning, “We couldn’t do it without them.” Thank you to our Westside Instructional Assistants for helping us be better every day!
