Message From Onondaga Road School Principal
Hello Onondaga Road Families,
What a busy couple of weeks we have had here at school! I have been making my rounds to each classroom so that students can be a part of the morning announcements. This has also provided me with an opportunity to talk to each class individually about the role of a principal and answer any questions that they may have. It is a wonderful way to start my day!
All of the students just finished up Universal Screening in the areas of ELA and Math. This information will help teachers make instructional decisions for students and will help us to monitor their academic growth. Trying to find time to read each night or practice math skills at home is a great way to support your child's learning.
The 3rd grade classes had the Rosamond Gifford Zoo visit each classroom. They brought some very interesting specimens with them for students to observe and guided students through "busting" some common animal myths. Did you know that a porcupine has up to 30,000 quills?
Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Respectfully,
Michelle Collier
As we return to school in the new year we would like all Wildcat families to review our policy regarding electronic devices. Our elementary policy regarding such devices reads:
"Personally owned electronic games and devices, such as cell phones, CD players, iPods, remote control cars, hand-held video games etc., must be off and away throughout the school day. These items can be lost, stolen, broken and are a distraction. The school cannot and will not be responsible for these items. Please help us by keeping them at home."
Students who violate this policy may be subject to the following disciplinary sequence:
- First Report: The student will receive a warning.
- Second Report: Parents will be notified.
- Third Report: The device will be taken away and a parent/guardian will be required to pick it up.
Please note that all Apple watches or similar devices are allowed but are not to be used for anything other than telling time and must not be a distraction during school hours. These watches or similar devices will follow the same reports above if they are a distraction and/or being used inappropriately.
For students riding busses to school, they can enter the building at 8:50 a.m. if they are choosing to have breakfast at school that day. For students who are getting dropped off at school, it is important that they arrive to school by 9:00 a.m. This will ensure that students have time to enjoy their breakfast and still be ready to learn in their classrooms by the bell at 9:10 a.m. If students arrive to school after the bell, they will need to have the "to-go" option for breakfast and will take it to their classrooms.
Birthdays
Invitations for birthday parties can be handed out at school if there is an invitation for each student in the class. This is in place so that there are no hurt feelings at school. If you would like to just invite a few students to a birthday party, the office can provide you with a list of addresses and you can mail invitations. We appreciate your support with this policy as it helps to prevent our students from feeling left out.
Brrrr... It's Cold Outside!
The cooler weather is upon us! Remember to send that cold weather clothing! Our students will continue to go outside for recess each day, unless the temperature is below 20 degrees Fahrenheit.
Please be sure to label your child's cold weather clothing. You will be so glad you did because we see lots of duplicates!
PTA News
Bingo Night - January 25
Come join the PTA for a fun night of Bingo. It's FREE and fun for the whole family...don't miss this opportunity, have fun and win prizes! To ensure ample space is available, we have split Bingo into two sessions. Please choose one session for your family to attend from the times below.
Session 1: 6:00 - 6:30 pm
Session 2: 6:45 - 7:15 pm
Yearbook
There is still time to order your 2023-24 school yearbook. Please know that the price increases slightly after January 1, so order now for the lower cost.
Our yearbook committee also invites you to submit candid photos from fall and winter activities. Please email your candids to yearbookoroad@gmail.com, and include students' names, grades, teachers' names, and the name of the event pictured. Thanks for helping to make the yearbook inclusive of all of our students!
Kindergarten Registration for 2024-25
Kindergarten Registration for the 2024-2025 school year is now open through March 31, 2024.
Watch for registration information on the Central Registration webpage. If you have any questions, email the Central Registrar at centralregistrar@westgenesee.org, or call Central Registration at (315) 487-4683.
When registering, parents should be prepared to upload the following:
- Two proofs of residency (i.e. mortgage or property statement or signed lease agreement, utility bill )
- proof of child's age
A physical examination and proof of immunizations are also required for entry into kindergarten and a dental certificate is requested for entry into kindergarten. These examinations should be done up to one year prior to the first day of school. Children who enter kindergarten this fall must be five years of age on or before December 1, 2024.
Winter Weather Alerts
Announcements about school closings, delayed openings, or early dismissal will be posted on the News Headlines section of the West Genesee School District website home page. They will also be broadcast on X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and the following stations which you can access by clicking here.
