Good evening Welby Way families,
I hope you are all enjoying a safe, relaxing, and wonderful weekend. Happy Mother’s Day to all of our amazing mothers who go above and beyond for their families each and every day. I hope you are enjoying a very special day.
I look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow morning at our weekly Monday Morning Assembly. This week’s assembly will be brief and will include announcements along with words of encouragement for our 3rd–5th grade students as they continue testing.
📚 3rd–5th Grade Testing
This is an important final stretch of the school year, with only 22 days of school remaining. The next couple of weeks are especially important as our 3rd–5th grade students continue taking their state assessments, with 3rd and 4th grade expected to finish this week.
During this time, it is very important that students arrive at school on time and attend every day so they can do their best on their tests and in the classroom—because the classroom is where it’s at! Testing will end each day around recess, so please plan appointments in the afternoon over the next few weeks to allow your child every opportunity to shine.
Please also be sure your child gets a good night’s sleep, has a healthy breakfast, and comes to school prepared to do their very best.
🌳 2nd Grade Field Trip
This week, our 2nd grade students will be attending a field trip to TreePeople on Thursday and Friday.
🍿 Snack Shack
Our 5th grade students will be hosting Snack Shack on Friday. Please make arrangements with your child to meet at the front gate if the line is long, as the side gates will close promptly on time.
🚗 Important Request for Information
On Friday during Pali Camp pick-up, a parent’s blue car was hit on Calicott by another white car. If anyone witnessed the incident or has any information, please contact the school office. Thank you for your support.
🎉 Saturday Events
🔬 STEAM Fest at the Discovery Cube
Our rescheduled STEAM Fest at the Discovery Cube is planned for this Saturday, May 16th. I hope to see you there. More information will be shared soon. If you preregistered, wristbands will be distributed this week.
✍️ Imagination Machine Assembly
We will also have our Imagination Machine assembly on Saturday in the auditorium, where many of our students’ creative writing pieces will be showcased.
💙 POWW Updates
🍎 Teacher Appreciation Week
Thank you to all of the families who helped make this week so special for the Welby Way staff. We truly appreciate your kindness and generosity.
Teacher Appreciation Week continues May 11–15, and this year’s theme is “Totally 90’s.” Each day offers a simple and fun way for students to participate. Please see the flyer for details.
If you are able, you may also support POWW by donating through the QR code. POWW will be providing daily food and treats for our teachers and staff to show appreciation for all they do.
📅 Future Dates
🇺🇸 No School
There will be no school on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.
🎶 Spring Sing
Our TK/K, 2nd, and 4th grade classes will present our annual Spring Sing on Thursday, May 28th, in the auditorium:
- 8:30 a.m.
- 1:15 p.m.
🎓 5th Grade Culmination
Our 5th grade culmination ceremony will take place on Tuesday, June 9th:
- 8:30 a.m. – Magnet
- 10:30 a.m. – Charter
🏫 Last Day of School
The final day of the school year will be Wednesday, June 10th.
⏰ Minimum Day Dismissal – 12:50 p.m.
Minimum day dismissal will take place on:
- Friday, June 5th
- Monday, June 8th
- Tuesday, June 9th will remain a regular 1:30 p.m. dismissal
- Wednesday, June 10th
🌟 First Day of School – 2026–2027
The first day of school for the 2026–2027 school year will be Wednesday, August 12th.
I hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend and evening. I look forward to welcoming your children back to school tomorrow morning. Thank you for your continued partnership and for the gift of your child.
This is all for now.
Warmly,
Your Welby Way Principal,
Mrs. DaCorsi