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Advocacy updates 2/17

                                  Upcoming Events: 

Tuesday, Feb. 17th  Board Meeting 6:30 

Wednesday, Feb. 18th  2nd Grade Field Trip 

Feb. 19th and 20th  3rd-4th Grade Overnight 

Feb. 26th – 28th Lazy Dog Spirit Weekend 

Friday, Feb. 27th  Class Picture Day 

 

 

Buddy Program  
5th/6th Grade Advocacy classes are partnering with 1st/2nd grade this year for an exciting buddy program! This is part of the 5th and 6th grade service-learning program, where our older students will serve as mentors to our younger students. It’s going to be more than just book buddies — each week may look a little different. Some days students might read together, other days they might create crafts like bracelets, or even play games. 

The buddy program will take place weekly on Mondays for roughly 20 minutes during Quarter 3, beginning after Winter Break. Students are partnered based on their interests and personalities, with the hope of fostering meaningful and positive connections. Our older buddies have spent the first two quarters training and preparing to help inspire confidence, build friendships, and work on individualized goals together. 

We’re looking forward to this program! If you have any questions or concerns, our Service-Learning Coordinator, Charlie Kahn, is happy to help at [email protected]. 

 

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning  

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions!  
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported!  

Advocacy 2/9

 

Upcoming Dates and Announcements: 

 

 

 

Monday, February 10th  Kindness Week! 

Friday, February 21st  Colorado Mammoth Spirit Night 

Feb. 22nd and 23rd  Spirit Weekend at Buffalo Wild Wings 

Feb. 24th Events Committee Meeting 

 Friday, February 21st: Spirit Night at Colorado Mammoth  

Come join us for a Spirit Night with the Colorado Mammoth! 7:00pm at Ball Arena. Purchase your tickets through THIS LINK and a portion of each ticket sold will go directly to Westgate. We hope to see you there!  

  

February 22nd and 23rd: Spirit Weekend at Buffalo Wild Wings  

Restaurant Spirit Night has turned into Spirit Weekend! Visit Buffalo Wild Wings anytime on the 22nd or 23rd and mention Westgate so we can earn 10% back! Valid only at 10090 Grant St location.  

  

Monday, February 24th: Events Committee Meeting  

2:00-3:30pm at Westgate in the Teacher’s Lounge or virtually via Teams  

Join the meeting  

Meeting ID: 272 385 445 923  

Passcode: Uy8MVK  

We will not have a meeting in March, so 2 in February!   

 

Kindness Week Information: 

 

Kindness Week is Monday, February 10th through Friday February 14th. A few things for you to know about:  

 

We do not exchange Valentines cards, candy, or treats at school. If your student arrives with Valentine’s cards, candy, or treats, they will be asked to put them back into their backpack to be taken home. 

Get your Kindness Day permission slip (virtually emailed to families) signed by Wednesday February 12th. Classes will be walking to different nearby businesses to deliver hand-made kindness cards to local businesses on Friday, February 14th. We do not need any chaperones for these trips.   

Be prepared to go rain or shine on Friday, February 14th (half day) – bring a warm jacket, gloves, beanies, etc. If needed because we will be walking outside.  

 

FOOD DRIVE  

We are also holding our school-wide food drive this week! Have your students bring in their non-perishable food and household items so we can reach our goal of 1,500 items to benefit A Precious Child. See the flyer for our themed days based on what Precious Child has requested. However - you can bring in any non-perishable items at any time!  

  • 2/10: Spice it up Monday 
  • Dried herbs and spices 
  • 2/11: Pasta Tuesday 
  • Dried pasta in boxes 
  • 2/12: Veggie Wednesday 
  • Canned vegetables 
  • 2/13: Toiletry Thursday 
  • Kleenex, toilet paper, paper towels 
  • 2/14: Fruit-filled Friday 
  • Canned fruits 

 

In addition, there are different advocacy themes for each day aligned with the different love languages. Here’s a list of things that you can do to support your student’s learning at home.  

 

Monday, February 10th: Words of Affirmation  

 

Kindness Week Challenge #1 – Use kind words of affirmation with 3 or more other people you see today. It could be a family member, friend, teacher, grocery store worker, or anyone else. Set aside a few minutes daily where each person gives a positive word or phrase to another family member.  

 

Tuesday, February 11th: Quality Time  

 

Kindness Week Challenge #2 – Spend at least 30 minutes of quality time with yourself or someone you love today after school. Have a family game night, movie or show night, cook or bake something as a family, enjoy story time, crafts, exercise, or even some yard work together.  

 

Wednesday, February 12th: Acts of Service  

 

Kindness Week Challenge #3 – Do another act of service for someone when you get home! Cook a meal for the family, organize a shared space, help each other with chores, plan a relaxation evening, do a surprise improvement project, or care for a pet together.  

 

Thursday, February 13th: Gift Giving  

 

Kindness Week Challenge #4: Deliver the gift you made today in class to the person you made it for. Talk about how giving someone a gift made you feel. Dedicate an evening to creating homemade gifts for each other, create a family shared photo album, playlist, or video.   

 

Friday, February 14th: Kindness Day (Half Day) - various walking trips  

 

Kindness Week Challenge #5: Create a family “Compliment Jar”. Place a jar in a common area. Family members can write positive affirmations or compliments about each other on small pieces of paper and drop them in the jar. 

 

Advocacy Theme for February is Empathy and Kindness  

 

During the month of February, we will be focusing on empathy and kindness. Our learning goal is:  

  • To learn how to show empathy and kindness to others. This means understanding how someone else might feel and being helpful and caring when they need it. We will practice using kind words, listening carefully, and offering support to our friends, classmates, and everyone around us. 
 
 
Our next Special is MUSIC! 

Koenig's advocacy updates 1/20

Friday, January 23rd Intent to Return Responses Due 

Thursday, January 29th 1st Grade Field Trip to Longmont Humane Society 

 

Upcoming 1st Grade Field Trip! 

We are excited to share that our 1st graders will be visiting the Longmont Humane Society on Thursday, January 29th! This will be a wonderful opportunity for students to learn about animal care, kindness, and community support. 

Key Details: 

  • Date: Thursday, January 29th 
  • Departure: Bus leaves at 9:15 AM 
  • Return: Back at school by 2:00 PM 

Students will be split into two groups during the visit. Each group will enjoy: 

  • A guided tour 
  • A hands-on activity 
  • Lunch 
  • Rotating stations throughout the Humane Society 

If you are interested in chaperoning for this field trip, please let your child’s advocacy teacher know as soon as possible. Please note that chaperones must be fully engaged and responsible for their group during the trip, so you may not bring infants, toddlers, or other children who are not attending the trip. 

We’re looking forward to a meaningful and memorable experience for our first graders!  

 

Buddy Program Announcement 
5th/6th Grade Advocacy classes are partnering with 1st/2nd grade this year for an exciting buddy program! This is part of the 5th and 6th grade service-learning program, where our older students will serve as mentors to our younger students. It’s going to be more than just book buddies — each week may look a little different. Some days students might read together, other days they might create crafts like bracelets, or even play games. 

The buddy program will take place weekly on Mondays for roughly 20 minutes during Quarter 3, beginning after Winter Break. Students are partnered based on their interests and personalities, with the hope of fostering meaningful and positive connections. Our older buddies have spent the first two quarters training and preparing to help inspire confidence, build friendships, and work on individualized goals together. 

We’re looking forward to this program! If you have any questions or concerns, our Service-Learning Coordinator, Charlie Kahn, is happy to help at [email protected]. 

 

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning  

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions!  
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported!  

Koenig's advocacy updates 1/12

Monday, January 12th  1st Day of Qtr 3     

Monday, January 12th  Intent to Return emailed to families 

Sunday, January 18th  Last Day to register for Qtr 3 Clubs 

Monday, January 19th  No School/Martin Luther King Jr. 

Friday, January 23rd Intent to Return Responses Due 

Thursday, January 29th 1st Grade Field Trip to Longmont Humane Society 

 

 Our next Special is PE. Please send your child with tennis shoes and shorts/shirts if they want to change before PE. 

 

3rd Qtr Clubs:  If you are interested in registering your child for a club during 3rd quarter, please use the link below for more information. 

3rd Qtr Clubs               

 

Upcoming 1st Grade Field Trip! 

We are excited to share that our 1st graders will be visiting the Longmont Humane Society on Thursday, January 29th! This will be a wonderful opportunity for students to learn about animal care, kindness, and community support. 

Key Details: 

  • Date: Thursday, January 29th 
  • Departure: Bus leaves at 9:15 AM 
  • Return: Back at school by 2:00 PM 

Students will be split into two groups during the visit. Each group will enjoy: 

  • A guided tour 
  • A hands-on activity 
  • Lunch 
  • Rotating stations throughout the Humane Society 

If you are interested in chaperoning for this field trip, please let your child’s advocacy teacher know as soon as possible. Please note that chaperones must be fully engaged and responsible for their group during the trip, so you may not bring infants, toddlers, or other children who are not attending the trip. 

We’re looking forward to a meaningful and memorable experience for our first graders!  

 

Buddy Program Announcement 
5th/6th Grade Advocacy classes are partnering with 1st/2nd grade this year for an exciting buddy program! This is part of the 5th and 6th grade service-learning program, where our older students will serve as mentors to our younger students. It’s going to be more than just book buddies — each week may look a little different. Some days students might read together, other days they might create crafts like bracelets, or even play games. 

The buddy program will take place weekly on Mondays for roughly 20 minutes during Quarter 3, beginning after Winter Break. Students are partnered based on their interests and personalities, with the hope of fostering meaningful and positive connections. Our older buddies have spent the first two quarters training and preparing to help inspire confidence, build friendships, and work on individualized goals together. 

We’re looking forward to this program! If you have any questions or concerns, our Service-Learning Coordinator, Charlie Kahn, is happy to help at [email protected]. 

 

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning  

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions!  
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported!  

 

 

Advocacy 12/15

 

Westgate Spirit Week                        

  • Monday, Dec. 15 – Pajama/Onesie Day Roll out of bed and head to school in your coziest pajamas or onesie! 
  • Tuesday, Dec. 16 – Ugly Sweater Day Break out your most festive and tacky (school appropriate) holiday sweater. 
  • Wednesday, Dec. 17 – Anything But a Backpack Day Get creative and bring your school supplies in something unexpected! 
  • Thursday, Dec. 18 – Avatar Day Join the High School and dress as your element: Fire, Water, Air, or Earth. 
  • Friday, Dec. 19 – Dress to Impress Day End the week in style with your sharpest look – it doesn't have to be black tie/formal, but it would be cool if you did. 

 

Sat., December 13th  Holiday Shop at Barnes and Nobel 

Monday, December 15th  Spirit Night at Panera Bread 4-8 

Dec. 22nd – Jan. 9 th Winter Break 

Monday, January 12th  1st Day of Qtr 3     

                  

 

Winter Wonderland Holiday Shop and Book Fair at Barnes & Noble 

Enjoy family fun activities throughout the day and get your holiday shopping done! Join us at Barnes & Nobel on Saturday, December 13th from 9 AM to 9 PM 

 

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning  

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions!  
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported!  

 

Koenig's advocacy updates 11/17

                                                 Upcoming events: 

      Tuesday, November 18th    Board Meeting 

   Wednesday, November 19th  G-Que BBQ Spirit Night 

   Nov. 24th – 28th  Thanksgiving Break 

    Saturday, November 29th   Westgate Craft Fair 

Sunday, December 14th  Holiday Shop at Barnes and Nobel 

 

This year, our service-learning program has focused on learning about animals in shelters. Students have explored what animal shelters are, why they are important, and how we can support the animals and staff through small yet meaningful acts of service. 

As part of this learning, we are thrilled to welcome a special guest—Longmont Humane Society—for the next two Fridays: November 14th and November 21st! 

Here’s what’s planned for each visit: 

  • Friday, November 21st: Students will play Pet Care Jeopardy and meet Lexi, a very special tripod dog! 

If your child has any allergies or sensitivities that may be affected by animal visits, please let me know as soon as possible. 

We’re so excited for these opportunities to connect our learning with real-world experiences and deepen our compassion for animals. 

 

 

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning  

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions!  
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported!  

Advocacy updates 11/11

            Upcoming events: 

   Tuesday, November 11th  1-2 Field Trip to Four Mile Park 

   Wednesday, November 12th Skate City Spirit Night 

   Tuesday, November 18th    Board Meeting 

   Wednesday, November 19th  G-Que BBQ Spirit Night 

   Nov. 24th – 28th  Thanksgiving Break 

 

 

1-2 Field Trip to Four Mile Park 

 1st and 2nd grades are going on a field trip to Four Mile Historic Park on Tuesday, November 11. Please complete the permission form here by Friday, November 7. In addition, send your student with a sack lunch, comfortable walking shoes, and a water bottle for the day. 

    We are in search of two chaperones per class for this field trip. If you are interested in being a chaperone, please complete a background check here and email your child's teacher. Background checks remain valid for one year. Please note that not all adults who complete background checks will be accepted to chaperone, and you will be notified if you are selected. 

We are looking forward to a fun day filled with hands-on explorations of history! 

 

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning  

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions!  
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported!  

 

 

Advocacy updates 11/3

Upcoming events: 

Friday, November 7th          Early Release 11:30 

Monday, November 10th Veterans Day/No School 

Tuesday, November 11th 1-2 Field Trip to Four Mile Park 

Wednesday, November 12th Skate City Spirit Night 

1-2 Field Trip to Four Mile Park 

 1st and 2nd grades are going on a field trip to Four Mile Historic Park on Tuesday, November 11. Please complete the permission form here by Friday, November 7. In addition, send your student with a sack lunch, comfortable walking shoes, and a water bottle for the day. 

    We are in search of two chaperones per class for this field trip. If you are interested in being a chaperone, please complete a background check here and email your child's teacher. Background checks remain valid for one year. Please note that not all adults who complete background checks will be accepted to chaperone, and you will be notified if you are selected. 

We are looking forward to a fun day filled with hands-on explorations of history! 

 

KinderQuest Fall on the Farm 

Join us November 7th for our Fall on the Farm KinderQuest event! Children ages 4-6 can experience the magic of our campus through a variety of farm-themed activities and interactive stations. 

 

Westgate Community Food Drive - October 28th - November 5th 

As the holidays approach, we want to support our families in every way we can! One thing we hope to take off your plate this season is the worry about food. We’ll be hosting a Food Drive to help support our Westgate community of families. 

 

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning  

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions!  
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported!  

 

Advocacy updates 10/27

           Upcoming events: 

   Monday, October 27th       Individual Picture Retake Day 

   Tuesday, October 28th       Chipotle Westgate Spirit Event 

    Friday, October 31st           1-2 Halloween Party 1:15-2:15 

Friday, November 7th          Early Release 11:30 

   Monday, November 10th Veterans Day/No School 

   Tuesday, November 11th 1-2 Field Trip to Four Mile Park 

                                Wednesday, November 12th Skate City Spirit Night 

Our party is on Friday, October 31st from 1:15-2:15 PM.  For our 1-2 Pod Halloween party, please review the available slots below and sign up for snacks/drinks to bring. Please remember to send store-bought items with a nutrition label.  Items can be sent to school with your child anytime prior to our 1st & 2nd Grade Pod party. Please make sure that all items are labeled 1-2 party before dropping them off. 

Please contact your child's advocacy teacher if you would like to volunteer for our party.  You must have a current background check on file in order to volunteer. We will contact volunteers who are selected to assist with the party.  

Thank you for helping us make our class party special! 

Click here for the link 

 
Halloween Costume Expectations  

Costume expectations for all Adults and students:  

  • No Masks or face coverings  
  • No Full-Face Paint (partial face paint is allowed if a student can apply it themselves in the time they have to get ready before class parties).  Face paint may not be worn to school.  
  • No Weapons or anything that can be used as a weapon  
  • No inappropriate or offensive costumes – all body parts must be covered  
  • Students K-8 may NOT WEAR THEIR COSTUMES TO SCHOOL.  Students can bring their costumes and they should stay in their backpacks until they are allowed to change into them at 1:30, prior to the parties. Students will be in regular classes during the morning, and the costumes and their pieces and parts should not be a distraction.  
  • Adults and HS students can wear their costume to school, but all above expectations must be followed.  

 

 1st and 2nd grades are going on a field trip to Four Mile Historic Park on Tuesday, November 11. Please complete the permission form here by Friday, November 7. In addition, send your student with a sack lunch, comfortable walking shoes, and a water bottle for the day. 

    We are in search of two chaperones per class for this field trip. If you are interested in being a chaperone, please complete a background check here and email your child's teacher. Background checks remain valid for one year. Please note that not all adults who complete background checks will be accepted to chaperone, and you will be notified if you are selected. 

We are looking forward to a fun day filled with hands-on explorations of history! 

 

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning  

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions!  
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported!  

Koenig's Advocacy updates 10/20

 

                                                              Upcoming events: 

Monday, October 20          First Day of Quarter

Friday, October 24th         Westgate Trunk or Treat (5pm - 7pm)  

Monday, October 27th       Individual Picture Retake Day 

Tuesday, October 28th       Chipotle Westgate Spirit Event 

Friday, October 31st           Halloween Parties  

 

 

 
Halloween Costume Expectations  

Costume expectations for all Adults and students:  

  • No Masks or face coverings  
  • No Full-Face Paint (partial face paint is allowed if a student can apply it themselves in the time they have to get ready before class parties).  Face paint may not be worn to school.  
  • No Weapons or anything that can be used as a weapon  
  • No inappropriate or offensive costumes – all body parts must be covered  
  • Students K-8 may NOT WEAR THEIR COSTUMES TO SCHOOL.  Students can bring their costumes and they should stay in their backpacks until they are allowed to change into them at 1:30, prior to the parties. Students will be in regular classes during the morning, and the costumes and their pieces and parts should not be a distraction.  
  • Adults and HS students can wear their costume to school, but all above expectations must be followed.  

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning  

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions!  
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported!  

 

Our next Special is ART!

Koenig's Advocacy updates 9/29

Upcoming events: 

September 29 Scholastic Book Fair 

September 29 Conference Sign Ups Close 

September 30 Evening Exploration with I-lab (5pm – 6pm) 

October 2nd Half-day / Quarter 1 Conferences (Virtual only) 

October 3rd Quarter 1 Conferences (In person) 

October 6 Fall Break 

October 20 First Day of Quarter 2 

 

Fall Parent/Teacher Conferences: Our parent/teacher conferences are right around the corner. Sign Ups were emailed to families on Monday at 4 PM.   

Our Fall Conferences will be held VIRTUALLY on Thursday, October 2nd, from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and IN-PERSON on Friday, October 3rd, from 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Please sign up for only ONE conference slot.  

Please note, that you may not request a virtual conference on the in-person day or an in-person conference on the virtual conference day.  

I look forward to meeting with you! 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849A9A62CABF8C61-58728192-fall#/

 

 

 

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning  

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions!  
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported!  

Koenig's Advocacy updates 9/22

Upcoming events: 

September 22 Conference Sign Ups Open 

September 23 Board of director meeting (6pm – 830pm) 

September 24 Student Count Day 

September 26 Westgate LET’S GOGH! Fun Run 

September 29 Scholastic Book Fair 

September 29 Conference Sign Ups Close 

September 30 Evening Exploration with I-lab (5pm – 6pm) 

October 2nd Half-day / Quarter 1 Conferences (Virtual only) 

October 3rd Quarter 1 Conferences (In person) 

October 6 Fall Break 

October 20 First Day of Quarter 2 

 

Fall Parent/Teacher Conferences: Our parent/teacher conferences are right around the corner. Sign Ups will be emailed to families on Monday at 4 PM.   

Our Fall Conferences will be held VIRTUALLY on Thursday, October 2nd, from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and IN-PERSON on Friday, October 3rd, from 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Please sign up for only ONE conference slot.  

Please note, that you may not request a virtual conference on the in-person day or an in-person conference on the virtual conference day.  

I look forward to meeting with you! 

 

LET'S GOGH FUN RUN - September 26th, 2025 

This year’s Fun Run is all about fueling creativity! We’re rallying together to support our incredible Art program, led by the talented Ms. Houghton. 

With your help, we hope to raise funds for exciting new tools that will bring student projects to life—like DSLR and film cameras, a tabletop darkroom, linoleum cutting supplies, film rolls, developing chemicals, a full class set of alcohol markers, and clay molds. Every lap our students run helps unlock these artistic opportunities, and every flat-rate donation from family and friends brings us closer to a more vibrant, hands-on art experience for all. Let’s run for imagination, inspiration, and innovation! 

SCHEDULE OF RUN TIMES: 

  • 5th & 6th Grade:  8:30 - 8:50 
  • 3rd & 4th Grade:  9:00 - 9:15 
  • 7th & 8th Grade:  9:25 - 9:50 
  • Kindergarten: 10:00 - 10:15 
  • 1st & 2nd Grade: 10:25 - 10:40 
  • High School: 10:50 - 11:15  

 

PARENT CHEER SECTION: 

We encourage parents to come and cheer their student(s) on! We will be racing around the track. A parent area will be set up near the pavilion on the right side of the track. There is a bench there for those that may need to sit. Please stay within the parent area for the safety of runners and for the flow of classes in and out.  

 

STUDENT COUNT DAY: This day is vital to have your student present at school. Please be sure to arrive on time and do not schedule any appointments for this day. We need students to be in class for the entire day to count for school funding. Thank you for your attention to this matter.  

 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning  

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions!  
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported!  

 

 

 

Advocacy updates 9/15

Upcoming Events: 

Monday, Sept. 15th                Hearing and Vision Screening 

Thursday, Sept. 18th Spirit Night Parry’s Pizza 

Friday, Sept. 19th Half Day/11:30 Dismissal 

Wednesday, Sept 24th Student Count Day 

Friday, Sept. 26th Let’s Gogh Fun Run! 

Sept. 29th – Oct. 2nd Scholastic Book Fair 

Oct. 2nd and 3rd 1st Qtr. Parent/Teacher Conferences 

Oct 2nd 11:30 Dismissal 

Oct. 3rd No School/Parent Teacher Conferences 

 

Our Specials for this rotation is Music.   

STUDENT COUNT DAY: This day is vital to have your student present at school. Please be sure to arrive on time and do not schedule any appointments for this day. We need students to be in class for the entire day to count for school funding. Thank you for your attention to this matter. 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

Hearing & Vision Screening  

Yearly hearing and vision screenings are coming up: 

  • September 15:  K-3 
  • September 16: 5th, 7th, and 9th grade 

  

Please remind your students to wear their glasses or contacts on these days. Parents will only be notified of the results if students do not pass the screenings.  

 

 

LET'S GOGH FUN RUN - September 26th, 2025 

This year’s Fun Run is all about fueling creativity! We’re rallying together to support our incredible Art program, led by the talented Ms. Houghton.  

With your help, we hope to raise funds for exciting new tools that will bring student projects to life—like DSLR and film cameras, a tabletop darkroom, linoleum cutting supplies, film rolls, developing chemicals, a full class set of alcohol markers, and clay molds. Every lap our students run helps unlock these artistic opportunities, and every flat-rate donation from family and friends brings us closer to a more vibrant, hands-on art experience for all. Let’s run for imagination, inspiration, and innovation! 

Click here for more information 

 Shirts are currently available for purchase  

SCHEDULE OF RUN TIMES: 

  • 5th & 6th Grade:  8:30 - 8:50 
  • 3rd & 4th Grade:  9:00 - 9:15 
  • 7th & 8th Grade:  9:25 - 9:50 
  • Kindergarten: 10:00 - 10:15 
  • 1st & 2nd Grade: 10:25 - 10:40 
  • High School: 10:50 - 11:15  

Koenig's Advocacy updates 9/8/25

 

Upcoming Events: 

Sept.  8 – 12th Westgate Spirit Week 

Monday, Sept. 15th   Hearing and Vision Screening 

Thursday, Sept. 18th Spirit Night Parry’s Pizza 

Friday, Sept. 19th Half Day/11:30 Dismissal 

Wednesday, Sept 24th Student Count Day 

 

 Our Special is Music with Mr. Hopson.  

Picture Day was last Friday, if you didn’t get a chance to order pictures, you can still go order.  The information is below.  

Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com. 

 

STUDENT COUNT DAY: This day is vital to have your student present at school. Please be sure to arrive on time and do not schedule any appointments for this day. We need students to be in class for the entire day to count for school funding. Thank you for your attention to this matter. 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

 

  

 

 

 

Koenig's Advocacy updates 9/2

Upcoming Events: 

Friday, Sept. 5th Individual Picture Day 

Sept.  8 – 12th Westgate Spirit Week 

Monday, Sept. 15th                Hearing Screening 

Thursday, Sept. 18th Spirit Night Parry’s Pizza 

 Our Special starting this week is Music. Make sure to sign up to Mr. Hopson's Edlio pages for updates.    

Picture Day is coming on Friday, September 5! 

You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVT3GHHTT. 

Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping! 

Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. 

Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com. 

Spot Curriculum for Social Emotional Learning 

We’re Learning with Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions! 
We are so excited to introduce the Little Spot of Feelings and Emotions program in our classrooms! This curriculum uses colorful characters and engaging stories to help students learn about their feelings—like happy, sad, frustrated, and calm—and how to handle them in positive ways. Through fun activities and conversations, students discovering how to recognize their emotions, express them kindly, and understand the feelings of others. These important skills help us create a caring, respectful classroom community where everyone feels safe and supported! 

Westgate Spirit  Week: September 8th 

Monday:  Rainbow Day 

Tuesday:  Crazy Hair/Hat Day 

Wednesday:  Westgate Wednesday 

Thursday:  Throwback Thursday 

Friday:  Pajama Day