
Letters from Limestone Walters
December 2021
ποΈ Important Dates to Remember
December 3rd: Wheel Spin Day
December 4th: Holiday Walk/Tree Raffle 9am-1pm
December 7th: PTO Meeting @7pmDecember 7th-8th: Peoria County Preschool Screening
December 10th: Ornaments due for Student Council Competition
December 14th: K-4 Christmas Program (see farther down for more information)
- @6pm 1st and 3rd grades
- @7pm Kindergarten, 2nd, and 4th grades
December 17th: House Shirt Day and House Competition!
December 20th: Christmas Hat/Headband Day & Board Meeting @6pm
December 21st: Christmas/Ugly Sweater Day & Early Release @1:20pm
December 22nd: Winter Break Begins! See you on Tuesday, January 4th, 2022
π Arrival & Dismissal
If you could please make sure when dropping off your child to pull all the way up so we can continue to move the traffic along. If you are in the drop off lane, please stay in the lane so we can ensure those crossing the parking lot are safe. Again, we appreciate everything you do to help make sure all students enter and leave the building safely.
βοΈ Winter Recess
π π Holiday Walk and Tree Raffle
π΅πΆ K-4 Christmas Program
The LW K-4 Christmas Program will be Tuesday, December 14th.
6:00 pm: 1st & 3rd grade
7:00 pm: K, 2nd, & 4th grade
Each family will only be allowed two audience members. We plan to live stream the program for those who cannot attend. We understand this is not an ideal setup for all families, but we are excited to have our students perform in person! Thank you for your cooperation!
~Miss Kunkel
π©βπ«π¨βπ« Student Council News
Student Council Ornament Decorating Contest: Ornaments will be sent home on December 1st with interested students and must be returned by Friday, December 10th! Ornaments will be displayed in the gym. They can be decorated in any way, but try to make them light enough to hang on the wall. A winner from K-2, 3-5, and 6-8 will be chosen and will win a prize from the Student Council!
Holiday Spirit Days!
Mon. Dec. 20: Christmas hat/headband day
Tues. Dec. 21: Christmas/Ugly Sweater day
π² Limestone Walters App
Weβre thrilled to announce Limestone-Waltersβ new app! Itβs everything Limestone-Walters, in your pocket. With the new app, you can access documents, events, news updates, and even emergency notifications. Check out the video below to learn more.
Download the app on Android: https://bit.ly/3hd3fm2
Download the app on iPhone: https://apple.co/3h8c2Wk
π Boys Basketball December Schedule
Dec. 2nd: 5pm @ Bartonville bus leaves at 4:15pm
Dec. 6th: Home Game 5pm vs. St. Jude
Dec. 7th: Home Game 5pm vs. Christ Lutheran
Dec. 13th: 5pm @ Elmwood bus leaves at 3:50pm
Dec. 15th: 5pm @ St. Vincent bus leaves at 4pm
Dec. 16th: Home Game 5pm vs. Pleasant Hill
December 27th, 28th, 29th: St. Thomas Tourney Time TBD
π§© Preschool Screening
Preschool Screening planned for the LW area: December 7-8, 2021
Peoria County Preschool Screening provides free developmental screening for all pre-school children (ages birth through five years of age and not enrolled in kindergarten) living in Peoria County outside of District 150. The Screening checks areas of development that include: vision and hearing, speech and language, behavior and social development, small and large muscle coordination, thinking and reasoning skills, and other readiness skills. The purpose of this screening is to aid parents in answering questions regarding their childβs progress and also to identify those children who may qualify for a free preschool education in the public schools. An appointment is necessary and can be made by calling the Special Education Association of Peoria County offices at 697-0880, ext. 201.
π December Book β€οΈ
Join a young girl and her box of magical yarn as she transforms a community and reminds us the power of giving with no alternative motive.
ππ₯°π― Principal Ponderings
I love all of the energy and comradery during house competitions. Unity throughout a school is important and our house system fosters and supports that K-8. I have also enjoy our staff gratitude challenge. Challenges were posted on a bingo board where staff could post their proof and share why they were grateful. It has been wonderful to see all the ways LW is grateful.
Gratitude
I'm grateful for the opportunity I had to connect with our board members during the Joint Annual Conference November 19-21st
Goals
I would like to be even more intentional with my classroom visits and try to balance grade levels as well as morning vs. afternoon.
~Stefanie Pitzer, Principal
πΌ Superintendent's Corner
December, 2021
Vaccines
As many of you are aware, vaccines for children ages 5 and up have been authorized for approval. We respect that the decision to vaccinate your children is a personal one. Parents must do what they think is best for their family. We have not asked for vaccination status of our students, and we will only do so in a situation where your son or daughter may need to quarantine. Once again, I want to thank and commend our parents for all of your support and understanding this school year β it does not go unnoticed!!
Finance Information
School finances can be very complex at times when it comes to the budget, the different funds associated with the budget, and the tax levy. In the coming months, I intend to share more information about how our financial process works.
Winter β Potential School Closings
As our calendar now shifts to winter, there is always the possibility of a school closure due to inclement weather. Should school need to be cancelled, you will first be notified by the Black Board Connect Call System. Please make sure we have your current contact information up to date. We will also post the cancellation to our school website and all the major television stations will be notified. Letβs hope for a mild winter!!!!
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at any time. You may reach me by phone at 697-3035 or by email at tdotson@limestonewalters.com.
Remember that the best gift you can give your son or daughter is your time.
Sincerely,
Tim Dotson, Superintendent
Limestone Walters School District #316
Email: spitzer@limestonewalters.com
Website: https://www.limestonewalters.com/
Location: 8223 West Smithville Road, Peoria, IL, USA
Phone: 309-697-3035
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LWrockets316
Twitter: @lwrockets