Its a winter wonderland! ❄❄❄ But with colder temperatures, the risk of frostbite rises. Frostbite can occur on unprotected skin as quickly as 30 minutes in very cold temperatures (with wind chills less than -15 degrees F). If you or your child's skin is turning red, white or grey or becoming numb, move to a warmer location and protect them from further exposure. Use lukewarm/warm (not hot)water or blankets to raise their body temperature. Do not rub the area- this could create further damage the skin. If normal skin color does not return in one hour, call your doctor or go to the ER. Check out this link for more information: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15439-frostbite. Have fun in the snow🏂, but stay safe! ☃
We're excited for two upcoming, no-cost learning opportunities hosted by the School Mental Health Resource and Training Center, and funded by the Office of Mental Health and New York State Education Department. They happen next Wednesday & Thursday, and you can register via the QR codes.
The WCS Board of Education meets Tuesday, Jan. 14.
Congratulations to 2nd grade for receiving the "Good Behavior and Manners in the Cafeteria" award and 3rd grade for "Most Improved Clean Classroom" award! Keep it up, Blue Jays!
Due to the weather and road conditions, all afterschool activities are cancelled. Be safe, enjoy your weekend and two week winter break! ❄
The Whitesville Central School Health Office wishes you and your family a Happy and Healthy Holiday two weeks off! 🎄🎁✨🎉Vacations are not only a well-deserved break but an opportunity to nurture your brain, unlock your creative potential, and foster personal growth and health! Here are some safety tips to remember for the vacation break: https://www.mottchildren.org/posts/your-child/safety-tips-holiday-season. 💙🤍💙
Have you ordered your Yearbook yet? Pre-Sale cost is $35 a book from now until December 31st so there's still time to snag the discount price online over Winter Break! After Jan 1, 2025, regular price is $40 per book. Order online at https://yearbookordercenter.com/ using school code 4096. Books will arrive in June.
Yesterday, Ms. Stevens' Marketing/DECA class competed in the regional role play competition at Alfred State. All of the ladies performed quite well in the role play portion of the competition with Graci Lewis-Ellison taking home 3rd place, Katrina Lewis coming in 2nd place, and Bella Pepiciello taking 1st place overall for our school in both testing and role play. Shukrona Shermatova receives an honorable mention for obtaining the second highest score in the role play with an 88. Harper Bledsoe was a "runner" for the event and did a great job. We're very proud of our Blue Jays! Great work, girls and thank you Ms. Stevens for preparing them for this event!
Athletics Update:
Tonight's girls JV and varsity basketball games have been postponed. They will practice in Andover at 4:15.
6th graders created cell membranes in Mrs. Brundage's Science class today!
Board of Ed regular meeting is tonight at 7PM, HS Library,
🎄🎁The holidays can be a wonderful but stressful time of the year. According to the American Heart Association, cardiac death is almost 5% higher during the holidays than the rest of the year. Ensuring a healthy and joyous holiday season involves prioritizing both mental and heart health. Think about what matters most and that you enjoy and make sure to do those things, saying no to other things. Here are some suggestions for healthy holidays: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/holiday-stress-try-our-top-5-tips-for-a-healthy-holiday-season
💙🤍💙 Happy and Healthy Holidays!
HOLIDAY SPIRIT WEEK! Monday, 12/16 through Friday, 12/20!!
Thank you to all of our students, families, and community members who attended the Elementary Winter Concert last night!💙🤍💜 The MS/HS Concert is tonight at 7PM at Andover Central School. All are welcome!🎄
Congratulations to the newest Andover and Whitesville NHS members.
December is Seasonal Affective Disorder Awareness Month. More than just the winter or holiday blues, SAD affects millions of people every year. If you have noticed significant changes in your mood and behavior when the seasons change, you may be experiencing seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 💙 But there is treatment and hope!💙 Click the link for more information. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/seasonal-affective-disorder.
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING NOTICE:
The Whitesville Central School Board of Education will meet on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the High School Library for a Special Board Meeting to approve the Tuition Agreement Proposition with Andover Central School.
Details:
The Board must approve the language for the proposition, prior to our 45-day mandatory publication period.
The proposition language is the exact wording that will appear on the voter ballot.
Good morning, If your child needs transportation to Andover for the evening concert next Tuesday, December 10th, please contact your child's teacher by this Wednesday. You are also invited to attend our concert at WCS on Friday, December 12th, at 12:30. look forward to seeing you.
THANK YOU for support our school's library! Every Purchase means a lot to us! Don't forget you can still shop online until Dec 1st! 25% of every online purchase until then will still directly benefits our school! Start shopping here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/whitesvillecentralschool? fbclid=IwY2xjawGgbRZleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHeGZZn2r8zN0ByOlXNlc_4hM1bMFyQqV3q9NU4r3CuHngxQHRbFH63RPbw_aem_KyYyKf09Ue0b4us9ebl3hw
SHOP ONLINE DURING Nov 18 – Dec 1 TO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL! 25% of every online purchase during the Book Fair directly benefits our school! https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/whitesvillecentralschool?
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