March 16-23, 2018

Saturday, March 17, 2018
Happy St. Paddy's Day!

 Just a couple of updates for you to help you plan ahead. 

 Spirit Week!
Monday, March 19: Dress-up as your favorite Movie Star or Book Character!
Tuesday, March 20: Come to school as a Superhero!
Wednesday, March 21: Wacky Backwards Day–use your imagination!
Thursday, March 22: Crazy Socks, Crazy Hat, Crazy Hair–show you care!
Friday, March 23: It’s up to YOU! Be creative about your spirit wear.

If your child dresses up, please make sure they are also dressed for the weather and can play in their outfit. No weapons allowed. 

Math/Literacy Night --Wednesday, March 21st from 5:30-7:00. Visit your child's classroom and see what he/she is  learning about in Math and Literacy. 

Spring Break --March 26-April 2 Students return on Tuesday, April 3rd.
5th Annual WCE Variety Shows! 

  • K-2 Primary Variety Show- Thursday, April 19th 6:30pm cafeteria
  • 3-5 Intermediate Variety Show- Thursday, April 26th 6:30pm cafeteria
  • Completed permission forms due by WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4th
It is a 3-step process to make it in the show, students/families must:
1. Review the rules and guidelines below, and have a parent/guardian complete and sign the permission form attached.  ALL PARTICIPANTS NEED TO TURN IN A PERMISSION FORM BY WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4th to the designated box by the library!
2.  YOU WILL AUDITION FOR THE SHOW.  Turn in permission forms in the designated box by the LIBRARY to get an audition time. Only students who have returned completed permission forms will be permitted to audition. You must be fully prepared for the auditions.  We will use a rubric to score each audition based on preparedness, and competition is tough for the Intermediate Show. You will be assigned an audition time within the week of APRIL 9th either before or after school.
3. After you audition, you will be notified whether you made it in the show or not.  We love you all, but the show can only be so long.  30 acts will be permitted to each show. If you make it in, you MUST come to the MANDATORY dress rehearsal the night before the show.  Primary dress rehearsal- Weds. April 18th 6:00pm cafeteria;  Intermediate dress rehearsal Weds. April 25th 6:00pm cafeteria

RULES FOR VARIETY SHOW ACTS:
  • A student can perform in ONE ACT only. EACH PERSON IN ACT NEEDS A PERMISSION FORM TURNED IN
  • All acts must be NO longer than 2 minutes.
  • We look for a VARIETY of acts: singing, dancing, acting, playing an instrument, gymnastics, magic, comedy, martial arts, etc.  Also, turn in a permission form if you would like to be considered to MC (host) the show!!
  • All music, lyrics, dances, and performances MUST be appropriate for our Elementary School community
  • Students must BRING their own music and props for the audition performance. It is best to email a copy of your music  to Mrs. Stacy. Megan_Stacy@dpsk12.net  Karaoke/background versions are to be used for singing performances.
  • Completed permission forms due by WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4th

Student Led Conferences -- Thursday, May 17th from 4:-00-6:30. This is done open house style where your child will show you what he/she has learned this year. 

Warm regards,
Ms. Hernandez and Mrs. Bryan-Doherty

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