Good evening Welby Way Families,
I hope you all had a relaxing and safe Thanksgiving break—whether you stayed near or far—and that you had a positive parent conference with your child’s teacher before the break. I look forward to seeing you at tomorrow’s Monday Morning Assembly as Student Council presents on our December character traits of selflessness and empathy.
🍫 See’s Candy Fundraiser Ends This Week!
The holidays are right around the corner—and what better way to celebrate than with See’s Candy! Support our 5th grade by ordering through December 5th. Ordering information is available on the attached flyer, and all orders will be shipped directly to your home.
📚 The Scholastic Book Fair Is Here!
The Book Fair will be held in the library December 1–5. Join us each after school each day and for the special events listed below to shop for books and gifts for all ages!
Check out the attached flyers for special events:
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Moms & Muffins – Tuesday @ 7:30 a.m.
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Dads & Donuts – Thursday @ 7:30 a.m.
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The Grand Event – Friday @ 2:30 p.m.
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Poster Contest – Posters are due Monday, Dec. 1st, when we return from break. I can’t wait to see your creativity! Please have your child submit their poster to the library tomorrow morning.
More details and flyers can be found here:
🔗 Welby Way Scholastic Book Fair
🏀 Clippers Read to Achieve
This is the final week for the Clippers Read to Achieve Challenge! Students can log their reading minutes to win prizes and incentives. All students received Clippers bookmarks before the break. Don't forget to log your minutes can be logged at: laclippers.beanstack.com
🏫 Choices Late Application Window
The Choices Late Application window is now open for families who were unable to submit their applications by the deadline—for charter sibling enrollment, magnet enrollment at Welby Way, or middle school placement for the upcoming school year.
☕ Coffee with the Superintendent – Watch Party
Join our Parent Representative, Laura Klein, and Welby Way families on Tuesday, Dec. 2nd, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. to watch Coffee with the Superintendent featuring Dr. Baca in room 40. Learn more about our local Region North offices and the supports available to families. We hope to see you there.
☕ Coffee with the Principal
Join me on Friday in Room 40 as we discuss strategies for de-escalating behavior and review our upcoming budget. I hope you can join me for this important and collaborative conversation.
Annual Toy Drive
*Bring a new or unwarpped toy and bring joy to a child with annual our Toy Drive hosted by Pack 175 and CHP Dec. 1 - 19th. All toys can be dropped to the main office anytime from 7:30 am and 4:00 pm. Thank you for your support.
Attendance Matters
Welby Way has the opportunity to win Squishmellows once again. Please sure your child is in school every day from Dec. 1st - 19th so Welby can be the school with the best attendance during that time and win once again!
📅 Upcoming Dates
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Winter Sing – For 1st, 3rd (Mrs. Ortiz’s class), and 5th grade students
📍 Wednesday, Dec. 17th @ 8:30 a.m. & 1:15 p.m. in the auditorium -
Winter Break – No school Monday, Dec. 22nd – Friday, Jan. 9th
School resumes Monday, Jan. 12th for the start of our second semester.
I hope you all enjoy the rest of your evening and weekend. Thank you for your continued partnership and for the incredible gift of your children. Ths is all for now.
Your Welby Way Principal,
Mrs. DaCorsi