Posted by Anne Luther on 3/1/2023
EyeSeeMe Bookfair Happening Now!
Clark Elementary is hosting the EyeSeeMe book fair this week! The mission of this Black-owned, local business is “to provide the very best children’s books on the market that promote positive images and stories about African American culture and history.” We have coordinated this event around Parent-Teacher conferences for your convenience, so the times will be:
- Tuesday, February 28, 2:45-4:00pm
- Wednesday, March 1, 2:45-7:00pm
- *NEW DATE* Thursday, March 2, 2:45-4:00pm
Clark Trivia + Auction Night is this Saturday, March 4th!
First Spring Flowers Appear at Clark!
March has arrived, and the first Spring flowers have sprouted at Clark!
WGSD Summer Learning Information
Students in elementary school: This summer we will be offering two options for students entering kindergarten through 5th grade to continue learning. For students who qualify for the Celebrate Reading program, individual invitations will be shared with families during Parent-Teacher Conferences in mid-March. Click here for more information: https://www.smore.com/t97ha
Jumpstart to Kindergarten:
Children will have the opportunity to become familiar with the kindergarten experience through activities that promote the development of literacy, math, art and music abilities, as well as social and fine-motor skills. Classroom and school routines will also be addressed in order to help students make a smooth transition to kindergarten. Children must be five by August 1, 2023. This is a free program available to all WGSD residents.
Summer Exploration Experience: Summer Exploration Experience is a free program for students entering 1st through 5th grade during the 2023-24 school year.
Students will:
- enjoy 23 days of hands-on/project-based learning.
- have a voice in the direction of their learning.
- drive their own personalized final project, reflecting on their interest in a topic.
The program is taught by certified staff who are trained in project-based learning.
Dates: June 5 – July 7 (No school June 19 or July 4)
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Avery Elementary
Celebrate Reading: Celebrate Reading is a tuition-free summer program offered to students by invite only.
Dates: June 5 – July 7 (No school June 19 or July 4)
Time: 12:30 p.m. -- 2:30 p.m.
Location: Avery Elementary
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Log on to the parent portal. https://sis.webster.k12.mo.us/wg/parent (Your username is the email address we have on file. If you forget your password, first clear the username and password fields, then simply use the "Forgotten Password?" option on the Logon screen and the system will automatically email a link to reset your password.)(Hint: Make sure before you hit “Forgotten Password” the username and password fields must be blank in order to receive an email.)
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Click on View to fill out the e-Form on the yellow banner of the parent portal.
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Click on Summer School 2023
Eagle Explore Night, March 8th
Get excited and mark your calendars because Eagles Explore Night is back and this year's theme is ANIMALS!
Eagles Explore night is a special night at Clark where families come and participate in several hands-on experiences all centered around this year's theme. There will be: a photo booth, makerspace, crafts, special presentations from the community, and so much more!
Mark your calendar for Wednesday, March 8th from 6:00-7:30. Here's the link to RSVP.
Give Back Night at Chipotle! Monday, March 6th 4-8pm
WGSD Board Candidate Forum, March 30th at Hixson Middle School
Justin Hauke
Tara Scheer
Jo Doll
Courtney Schaefer
Grace Lee
You can learn more about the candidates here.
Date: March 30th
Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Hixson Middle School
630 S. Elm Ave
Webster Groves, MO 63119
The election is Tuesday, April 4, 2023. The terms of Tara Scheer, Jo Doll and David Addison expire in April 2023.
WGSD Flag Football Camp
Jr. Statesmen Baseball
https://www.wgbsl.org/JrStatesmen.aspx Jr. Statesmen - WGBSL Jr. Statesmen Baseball (JSB) is a competitive baseball program designed to mentally and physically prepare 3rd thru 8th grade (9u-14u) players for Webster Groves High School (WGHS) baseball.Community-minded and community-grown, this program is open to any player living within or attending the Webster Groves School District that dreams of playing for their high school team. www.wgbsl.org
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Clark PTO Communications Team
If you have any questions for the Clark PTO Communications Team, please send an email to the Clark PTO Communications Team email address: Clark PTO Communications Mailbox.
Stay Connected to Everything Happening at Clark
There are many ways information is shared about Clark and the Clark PTO. If you haven't been receiving communications, it might be a good time to review your SchoolMessenger settings to ensure you get all the important information going forward. We put together this Clark Eagles - Stay Connected flyer to help ensure you know what's happening at Clark.
