Walker Elementary

Dear Walker Families, Please take a moment to read this month’s Counselor's Corner from our school counselor, Mrs. Erin Waterman. This edition highlights December's core value of Service and offers practical tips to help encourage this value at home. Stay informed and connected as we continue to work together for the success and well-being of all our students. Thank you for your continued support! https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?shva=1#search/smore/FMfcgzQXKWkpCsXvmcNVCBqbZPSlXtTq

Dear Walker Families, Here is the Walker Elementary News for next week, December 9-13, 2024: https://secure.smore.com/n/a3c1r Reminder: Reindeer Round Up is tonight from 5:00-8:00pm if you signed your child up to attend. Thank you for your partnership and support. We are so thankful to have your Wildcats as part of our school community! Have a wonderful weekend!

🎁 Wildcats Enjoy The Great Gift Exchange! 🐾💜 Some of our Walker Elementary students had an exciting and heartwarming field trip to Fast Lane in Springdale, AR, for The Great Gift Exchange! 🎳🎄 This special event was filled with joy, giving, and the true spirit of the season, as our Wildcats participated in sharing kindness and spreading holiday cheer. A huge thank you to our incredible community partners, including Fast Lane and A Level Up, for making this memorable experience possible. Your generosity and dedication to our students remind us all of the power of giving back. Our Wildcats left with full hearts, big smiles, and holiday cheer to share with others! 💜 👉 Learn more about The Great Gift Exchange: https://alevelup.org/the-great-gift-exchange/

🎉 Walker Wildcat Generosity Assembly 🐾💜 Today, our Wildcats gathered for a special Generosity Assembly to celebrate this month’s core value: Generosity! 💜 From recognizing students who exemplify kindness and giving to engaging in fun activities like turkey bowling, the energy and school spirit were unforgettable! 🦃🎳 We are so proud of our Wildcats for showing generosity in big and small ways every day. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this assembly a celebration to remember. Together, we are making Walker Elementary a place where generosity shines! 🌟

🍎 Welcome Back, Wildcats! 🐾 Smiles are everywhere as our Wildcats return from a restful Thanksgiving break! 😊 After enjoying turkey, family time, and all the holiday fun, our students are ready and thankful to be back learning, growing, and laughing with friends. Let’s make this week one to remember! 💛🍂

Hello Walker Families, Do you need a night off or time for holiday shopping? 🎄 Sign your Walker Wildcat up for Reindeer Roundup hosted by our amazing Walker teachers! 📅 When: Friday, December 6th 📍 Where: Walker Elementary ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM 💵 Cost: $10/student (Max $20/family) Your child will enjoy food, fun, movies, & reindeer games! Wear pajamas & bring a pillow for movie time. Snacks & dinner included. 📋 Form and Payment due date extended to Wednesday, December 4th Don’t miss out on this fun-filled evening! 🎅

We hope you had a restful and joyful Thanksgiving break! We're excited to see our Wildcats back on Monday, December 2nd. Here is the Walker news for December 2–6. https://secure.smore.com/n/7cp6r

Walker Families, There will be no school next week, November 25–29. We hope you have a wonderful time celebrating Thanksgiving with your loved ones. Here is the Walker news for the week we return, December 2–6. Happy Thanksgiving, Wildcats! https://secure.smore.com/n/9zyc2

🌟 Flashlight Reading Fun! 🌟 In 1st grade with Mrs. Schwieso, we’re making reading extra exciting! 📚✨ Students grabbed their flashlights and dove into their books, enjoying cozy, adventurous reading moments as the virtual fireplace crackled in the background. It’s all about sparking a love for stories in creative ways! #SpringdaleFamily #FlashlightReading #1stGradeAdventures This version keeps your tone and message intact while smoothing out the details!

November General PTA Meeting Thursday, Nov 21st at 7pm via the zoom link below. Meeting is typically under 30 minutes - please come join us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/79711256411?pwd=pcKgTjGQewBzb6TrcMl33af5Nd072c.1 (https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fus04web.zoom.us%2Fj%2F79711256411%3Fpwd%3DpcKgTjGQewBzb6TrcMl33af5Nd072c.1&sa=D&ust=1732559100000000&usg=AOvVaw0V-5dskk-cv6YxmQ97gQb6) Meeting ID: 797 1125 6411 Passcode: 3Kjmk1

Our Veterans Day performance is now up on YouTube! https://youtu.be/s38-nnzboOs In addition, please enjoy these photos from our reception we held after the performance! #SpringdaleFamily

Happy November 18th, Wildcats! 🍂 As we move further into this season of gratitude, we are thankful for the hard work and dedication of our students, staff, and families. Let’s keep up the great work as we finish out this month strong! 💙 #SpringdaleFamily #GratitudeInAction #WildcatStrong

🎉 Congratulations to Mrs. Ashley Schwieso! 🎉 We are beyond proud to share that Mrs. Schwieso has been named the ARKTESOL 2024 Teacher of the Year! 🏆 This prestigious award, presented by the Arkansas Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ARKTESOL), honors an educator who has made an exceptional impact in teaching English as a second language. Mrs. Schwieso was celebrated at a school assembly and at the ARKTESOL Fall Conference in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Her dedication to supporting multilingual learners in her ELD class and in her 1st-grade classroom inspires us all. Thank you, Mrs. Schwieso, for your commitment to excellence and your passion for our students! Walker Elementary is so fortunate to have you on our team! 👏 #WalkerPride #SpringdaleFamily #ARKTESOLTeacherOfTheYear

Here are the updated Lunch options for Thursday, November 21: Choice 1 • Turkey & Cornbread dressing • Cranberry sauce Choice 2 • Chicken Both options include choice of fresh fruit and vegetable sides.

Here is the Walker News for next week, November 18-22, 2024 Reminder - No School, Thanksgiving Break - Monday, 11/25/24 - Friday, 11/29/24 https://secure.smore.com/n/z938t

Time for another Skate Night tonight! 6 - 8 pm. It's $5 per skater. Please mention you are there with Walker Elementary School. You can borrow skates at Roller City or bring your own. Noche de Espiritu en: Roller City! Entrada de $5 por patinador. Por favor mencione que esta alli con Walker Elementary! Puedes pedir prestados patines o traer los tuyos. 6 - 8 pm. Jueves, Noviembre 14 1007 Century St, Springdale, AR 72762

Shout-out to our incredible lunch ladies for serving up delicious meals every day! 🍎🥪 Our cafeteria team goes above and beyond to make sure our students have healthy, tasty lunches that keep them fueled and ready to learn. Thank you for all you do! 💙👏 #SpringdaleFamily #LunchHeroes

Mrs. McCartney’s class used the clock appointment SIP routine to discuss comprehension questions about their Greek mythology text with classroom partners! Students used the text to defend their answers when discussing. #SpringdaleFamily

Congratulations to Ms. Beaver! We are thrilled to announce that Ms. Beaver was selected as a winner in Arvest Bank’s We Love Teachers campaign! She received a generous $500 award to provide classroom supplies and resources to support her students. A heartfelt thank you to Arvest Bank for your incredible dedication to our teachers and school community! #SpringdaleFamily

Our students in K-5 are diving into our new Benchmark reading curriculum, working hard and staying fully engaged! It’s exciting to see their dedication and enthusiasm as they explore new stories and skills. Way to go, Wildcats! 📚✨ #SpringdaleFamily #ReadingSuccess @BenchmarkEducationCompany