Watauga Elementary School

 


Dates of Interest

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               AUGUST

6-Labor Day Holiday!!!

10-Jerry White Magic show-9:15 and 10:00-Free

14-Parent/Teacher Conferences

 

 

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(From May 2010)

Thank you for an outstanding job with our candy fundraiser. We sold over 400 boxes of candy (and purchased a few worms)!

 

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Ms. Armstrong shows the kids her next meal -

How many calories in a worm?

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       Worm with coke chaser    ---- then slime shower!

 

 

Thank You,

Kelley Armstrong, Principal

 

 

 

 


 







SCHOOL REACH IS AN AUTOMATED PHONE SYSTEM USED BY THE COUNTY.  PHONE CALLS CAN BE PLACED TO YOUR HOME AND CELL PHONES ADVISING OF SPECIAL DATES, SCHOOL CLOSURES DUE TO WEATHER, ETC.   PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU NOTIFY THE OFFICE IF YOUR NUMBER SHOULD CHANGE SO YOU CAN BENEFIT FROM THIS SERVICE.








     

Ridgetopper After School Program

  Ridgetopper Aftercare is open from dismissal until 6 PM each day (7-6 during the summer and all-day-out).  Computer lab, homework tutorial, arts and crafts, sports, and fun activities are provided daily.  If you are interested in this service, please contact the director, Rachel Wilson

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HELPFUL HINTS FOR MAKING YOUR CHILD'S YEAR SUCCESSFUL


ABC's for Parents

*Ask your child about school each day.

*Bedtime is important. Make sure your child gets enough sleep.

*Choose activities your child will like. Leave time for play.

*Do things together. Car time is a great time for talking.

*Eat together as a family as often as you can.

*Find a quiet place for you child to study.

*Get to know your child's teacher.

*Homework helps kids learn. Set a regular study time.

*Involve your child in making decisions whenever you can.

*Join your school's parent-teacher organization.

*Know the school's rules. Your child should know them, too.

*Libraries are free. Visit your library often.

*Make some special time to spend with your child.

*Notice and discuss any changes in your child's behavior.

*Organization saves time. Have a special place for school supplies.

*Play games together.

*Questions help children learn. Help find the answers.

*Read with your child.

*Share a hobby or interest with your child.

*Turn off the TV.

*Urge your child to do his best in school.

*Volunteer your time at your child's school.

*W
ork near your child when he is doing homework.

*X-tra hugs are a great way to say "I Love You!"

*Yield good results by praising your child.

*Zoom through these ideas one more time!