ROCK'in Out of January Weekly Update

 

Kindergarten Registration Has Begun!

Kindergarten Registration for the 2022-2023 school year opened virtually on December 1, 2021, and will go until March 31, 2022. This will allow our families to register their children from the comfort of their homes or office. Please click here to start the Virtual Registration process. This will schedule a telemeeting with you.

When registering, parents should be prepared to upload the following:

·    proof of residency (ie. mortgage or property statement or signed lease agreement)

·     proof of immunizations

·     proof of age

A physical examination is also required and a dental certificate is requested for entry into kindergarten. These examinations should be done up to one year prior to the first day of school. Children who enter kindergarten this fall must be five years of age on or before December 1, 2022.

To access the most updated health requirements click here.

 

Positivity Project:

Supporting Others When They Struggle

Next week we are learning about supporting others when they struggle. According to the Positivity Project, supporting other people when they struggle is a critical piece of being human. There are many different approaches to helping people who are struggling. These can include: listening while they describe an event and their feelings about it, taking action to help people in need, or simply just being there and sitting together in silence. Talking through a problem is a common way to help a person who is going through a tough time. Please talk with your children this week about how they can help others who may be struggling.

 

 

February PTO Meeting

Please join us for the next PTO meeting! This month, we will be joined by a guest speaker who will be discussing water safety for families. The meeting will take place at 6:00 p.m. in the Split Rock Library. For those interested, we will be providing an online option in addition to our in-person meeting. Please email sarah.cappella@gmail.com to request the Zoom link.

Coming Soon. . . Valentine's Spirit Week

We've got some excitement in the works to celebrate Valentine's Day and the week leading up to winter break! Be on the lookout for more details coming soon.

Gertrude Hawk Fundraiser

Our annual Gertrude Hawk fundraiser is right around the corner! This year's sales will run from Monday, February 7 through Monday, February 28, with orders getting delivered to the school the week of March 28. Be on the lookout in the coming week for your student's sales catalog and order forms.

"ROCK'in" Weekly Update January 14

 

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

This is a reminder to all families that there is no school on Monday, January 17, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day!

Talk With The Superintendent 

Mark Your Calendar...West Genesee District PTA/PTO is Hosting a Talk with the Superintendent

Please join the West Genesee PTA/PTO District Council for a Talk with the Superintendent on January 18, 2022, starting at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.

You may submit questions ahead of time by Monday, January 17, at 5:00 p.m. to publications@westgenesee.org. Questions can also be submitted through the Q&A feature during the discussion and will be answered as time permits.

The link to join the event will be available from the District website homepage or by clicking here to join the event directly that evening: https://cnyric.zoom.us/j/99530713533?pwd=SXRKNDBBbVF5SHdrbUFQSlMvaHY2dz09

Positivity Project

Next week's Positivity Project Character Strength focus will be PERSEVERANCE! Click here to review the character card on perseverance for a preview of what our Wildcats will be working through next week!

Kindergarten Registration!

Please click here to start the Virtual Registration process. This will schedule a telemeeting with you.

When registering, parents should be prepared to upload the following:

• proof of residency (ie. mortgage or property statement or signed lease agreement)
• proof of immunizations
• proof of age

A physical examination is also required and a dental certificate is requested for entry into kindergarten. These examinations should be done up to one year prior to the first day of school. Children who enter kindergarten this fall must be five years of age on or before December 1, 2022.

To access the most updated health requirements click here.

For additional information about registering your student, go to the Registration Section of the website, email the Central Registrar at centralregistrar@westgenesee.org, or call

Are you Receiving All of our Communications?

Helpful Tips about the SchoolMessenger Communication System:

• To be sure that you are receiving all emails sent from the District/Schools/teachers please periodically check your spam/junk/promotions folder for emails with @westgenesee.org, then mark that they are not spam/junk/promotions.
• To be sure that you are receiving text messages this year from WGCSD or your school(s) text a "Y" or "YES" to 67587.

If you still have questions about receiving emails and/or texts from WGCSD please email them to publications@westgenesee.org. 

Dates to Remember

Monday, January 17-NO SCHOOL 

Tuesday, January 18-Talk with the Superintendent at 7pm via Zoom

Wednesday, January 19-BOE Meeting 6pm -WGHS Library

ROCK'in Into 2022!

Welcome Back!

It is truly remarkable to see what both the staff and students are accomplishing within the classrooms and the work ethic and compassion everyone is exhibiting! Split Rock truly ROCKS! I want to thank all our Split Rock families for your continued support and understanding as our staff and students continue to be vigilant and work hard to ensure the health and safety of everyone to the best of our ability. We asked for your continued patience as we know situations, protocols and recommendations are changing quickly and frequently. We will continue to work hard in making sure we are as informative and open as best we can. 

Universal Screening

All students will be going through an academic screening process next week. Students will be assessed
in multiple areas of literacy and math. We look forward to going through the process, evaluating our growth and focusing on areas of improvement, as we look to meet the needs of all our Wildcats. 

Positivity Project 

Next week's Positivity Project Character Strength focus will be PRUDENCE! Click here to review the character card on prudence for a preview of what our Split Rockers will be working through next week.

Dress For The Weather 

Please, please, please make sure our Split Rockers are dressed for the weather! We will look to get outside and enjoy the fresh air every chance we can when looking at Physical Education class and recess time. If the temperature is below 20 degrees Fahrenheit (this includes factoring in the WINDCHILL), recess will be indoors. Please be sure to send your child daily with the appropriate clothing for the weather: Coat, boots, snow pants, hat, and gloves.

                                                     

January PTO Meeting - Virtual

Out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to hold our January PTO meeting virtually. This month’s meeting will take place on Monday, January 10 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom. If you are interested in attending, please email wgsrpto@westgenesee.org to request the Zoom link. The link, agenda and budget overview will be emailed out prior to the meeting.

2nd Grade Spirit Day

Our next spirit day is Friday, January 14, so wear your blue and gold! Our second graders will be honored with a special gift from the PTO.