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15513 Loyalty Road Waterford, VA 20197 http://www.lcps.org/waterford
WATERFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL W.E E.XPECT S.UCCESS JUNE 2014
UPCOMING EVENTS
June 5, 6 5th Grade Play, 7:00 pm June 9 5th Grade Dare Graduation, 9:00 am Final Reading Event, 1:45 pm June 10 Career Day June 11 Fifth Grade Farewell, 7:00 pm June 13 Last Day of School for Students Award Assembly, 8:00 am End-of-Year Carnival, 12:00 pm June 16 Summer Holiday Begins for Students
June 18 Report Cards Sent Home
NOTES FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK… Wow! It is hard to believe that it is already June and the end of school is just around the corner. I want to thank the entire Waterford Community for making this spring a great one! SOL testing and Field Day went off without a hitch and I couldn’t be more excited about the upcoming fifth grade musical – “The Best of Both Worlds!” The students and parent volunteers have certainly been working hard every day after school and I am sure it is going to be a superb show. Please make sure to review the “Upcoming Events” as the next couple weeks are going to be very busy here at Waterford. The fifth graders will be participating in their DARE graduation on Monday, June 9th at 9:00 AM and then will have a promotion ceremony on Wednesday, June 11 at 7:00 PM. We certainly are going to miss them but know that they are well prepared to face the challenges ahead in middle school and beyond. A special thank you to the PTO board members and volunteers who will be moving on with their children from Waterford next year. The drive and dedication of the community that supports Waterford Elementary helps to make it an exceptional place for learning. I am already looking forward to the 2014-2015 school year and the great things that will be happening here at Waterford!
SUMMER HOURS 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
MARK YOUR CALENDARS…
For These Fall Events:
Aug. 28 Back to School Night, 6:15 pm
Aug 29 Open House, 2:00 pm
Sept. 1 Labor Day
Sept. 2 First Day of School, 7:50 am
THE YEARBOOKS ARE HERE! We still have a few copies of the 2014
Waterford Elementary Yearbook for sale! They are big, beautiful and available for $19. If you are interested, bring in
your check for the amount made out to Waterford Elementary. Don’t delay, come into the office today!
CONGRESSMAN FRANK WOLF HONORS RETIRING
WATERFORD TEACHER
On June 4, Waterford received a very special guest who took time from his busy schedule to honor Mrs. Verdin who is retiring after 40 years of teaching. Congressman Wolf visited the 3rd grade classrooms, kindly answering a battery of questions then wowing students with his yo-yo tricks. 3-5 grades were then called to the multi-purpose room where the Congressman surprised Mrs. Verdin with a certificate honoring her dedication and an American flag that actually flew above the Capitol. Thank you Congressman for visiting our school and for your service to our country. Thank you Mrs. Verdin for your years of teaching and the love that you have shown our children! We will miss you!
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15513 Loyalty Road Waterford, VA 20197 http://www.lcps.org/waterford
WATERFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL W.E E.XPECT S.UCCESS JUNE 2014
END OF YEAR MEMO FROM THE CLINIC
Pick Up Medications: Please note that an adult must pick up any medication that is in the school that belongs to your child the last day of school. Children are not allowed to transport any type of medication to or from school (including cough drops).
Medication Forms: Physician order forms for medication, severe allergy, asthma, diabetes, and seizures are available on the Loudoun County Public Schools Student Health Services Web site: http://cmsweb1.loudoun.k12.va.us/50910061112842/site/default.asp Please call the clinic as soon as possible if you prefer to have the forms sent to you.
CLASSROOM INFORMATION Teacher class assignments will be communicated to parents in August indicating their children’s teacher for the 2014-20145 school year. Lists will also be posted on the front doors of the school. This will allow our school staff time to make the adjustments to address enrollment changes and other school factors that often take place after June.
DATES FOR THE 2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR
September 1: Holiday (Labor Day)
September 2: First Day of School
October 13: Holiday (Columbus Day)
October 31: End of the Grading Period
November 3-4: Student Holidays (Planning/Records/Conference Days)
November 26-28: Holiday (Thanksgiving Break)
December 22-January 2: Winter Break (Classes Resume January 5)
January 19: Holiday (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
January 23: End of Grading Period
January 26: Moveable Student Holiday*(Planning/Records/Conference Day)
February 16: Holiday (Presidents’ Day)
March 27: End of Grading Period
March 30-April 3: Holiday (Spring Break)
April 6: Student Holiday (Planning/Records/Conference Day)
May 25: Holiday (Memorial Day)
June 16: Last Day of School/End of Grading Period
Fourth Grade Jack F. Tony M. Connor M. Tommy T. Sophie W.
Students of the Week The following students were honored during the
month of May:
First Grade Eddy T. Barrie W. Andrew W.
Fifth Grade Rachel P. Audrey T. Evan V. Anna L. Tyler R. Vinny D.
CAFETERIA REMINDER ***To be able clear all outstanding debt and close the cafeteria books in a timely manner, students will not be allowed to charge meals as of June 2, 2014. Please ensure that your children have sufficient funds to last until the end of the year.
Third Grade Claire T. Connor T. Emma V. Ian W. Lilly K.
Birthday Wishes to these Summer Babies:
June Clay A. Cohen C. Blake E. Aiden E. Rainer H. Robert H. Alex L. Stefanie L. Anna L. Grace O. Hunter P
Amber Pe. Amber Po. Carson S. Cory S. Tyler S. Chad S. Emma V.
July Bryce D. Joshua D. Sam D. Jack F. Natalie N. Rachel P. Gretchen S. Claire T. Connor T
August Kylie B. Colby C. Cash C. Alex C. Paul D. Xiu E. Grace G. Bobby H. Samantha M. Wilbert M. Andrew P. Max T. Josh W.
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15513 Loyalty Road Waterford, VA 20197 http://www.lcps.org/waterford
WATERFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL W.E E.XPECT S.UCCESS JUNE 2014
L Library Books
All library books were due by, Friday, May 30th. Please return any books as soon as possible. If they cannot be found, we will request that they be paid for.
Website in the Spotlight
With the summer quickly approaching, here is the web address for Loudoun County Public Libraries. This website has information about the summer reading program and special events that will be happening throughout the summer at each library branch. www.loudoun.library.gov
LIBRARY LINKS NEWS FROM THE
WATERFORD ELEMENTARY LIBRARY
Summer Reading Program
“Fizz, Boom, Read!” is the name of our reading incentive for the summer. A “booming” treat will be awarded to those “star readers” who complete the Summer Reading program, with Loudoun County Public Libraries, along with being entered into a drawing to win a Kindle e-reader. Below are the details for the summer reading program.
How can my child/children participate in the Summer Reading Program?
1) Visit one of the public libraries starting on June 16th.
2) Sign up for the summer reading program and get a challenge card.
3) Complete 16 challenges, read 16 books or complete any combination adding up to 16 before the end of the summer.
4) Before August 11th, go back to one of the public libraries, with their challenge card, to receive their prize for completing the reading program.
5) When school starts, bring the completed challenge card or certificate to his/her teacher.
Why should my child/children participate and complete the program?
To help Waterford earn the Summer Reading Trophy. The school that has the highest percentage of students enrolled in the program will win the trophy. New this year, the school that has the highest percentage of students completing the program will win a trophy too. Waterford could end up with 2 more trophies! We won the 2nd place trophy two years ago and we would love to add to our collection!
To have a chance to win an iPad Mini from the public libraries.
To be entered into Waterford’s own drawing to win a Kindle E-Reader. One will be awarded to a student in grades K-2 and one will be awarded to a student in grades 3-5.
Can parents/adults participate?
Parents and adults can participate as well. You will only need to complete a portion of the challenges and you will be entered into a drawing to win an iPad Mini.
What should we do if our family will be away for the entire summer? If your child/children are unable to take advantage of Loudoun County Public Libraries’ Summer Reading Challenge, please feel free to join the summer reading program at one of the libraries near your vacation spot. Then at the beginning of the school year have your child turn in a certificate of completion to their teacher. We hope you have a relaxing, safe summer and make sure to “Fizz, Boom, Read” at the public libraries.
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If you have any questions or need clarification, please do not hesitate to email either Andrea Kling, librarian ([email protected]) or Michele Almon, library assistant ([email protected]). Thank you again for all of your support.
If, due to a disability, you need assistance to enable you to participate meaningfully in any meeting, activity, etc. associated with the school, please contact Mr. A. Heironimus, Principal of Waterford Elementary School at 540-751-2460 at least 5 working days prior to the activity. Thank You.
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15513 Loyalty Road Waterford, VA 20197 http://www.lcps.org/waterford
WATERFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL W.E E.XPECT S.UCCESS JUNE 2014
Stars By: Tommy
Stars are the floating
Children of
The atmosphere
Twinkling
Their
Points
Watching the
Comets
The stars
Are as hot
As a
Thousand engines
Mixed together
Night’s
Cheerful visitors
Sharks By Logan
Duh duh duh duh
Duh duh duh duh
Sharks are scary
Duh duh duh duh
Duh duh duh duh
Sharks are cool
Duh duh duh duh
Duh duh duh duh
Sharks eat human flesh
Ahh!!!!!!!!!!!
Ukulele By: Skye
The tiny thing makes a beautiful sound
On the shore
Of
The beach
Pencil Sharpener By: Andrew
Pencils do not like
Pencil sharpeners
They’re more like
Enemies
Pencil sharpeners munch
And
Pencils crunch a
Unhappy ending
The Princess and the Pie By; Lillian
She dances
All night
Gracefully
Until
The night
She lied
She said she was going for a stroll
Then she ate a pie.
SECOND GRADE POETRY
Mrs. Wolford’s Second Grade Poets presented their work for parents and peers on May 22. Some samples of their creativity appear below.
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