We offer Homework Help at the Healdsburg Mini Branch, located in the in the Community Center every Tuesday from 3:30 to 5:30 PM. (We are temporarily located at the HCC, until May as our library building is undergoing a renovation project.) This drop-in service features on-site tutors who assist students with a variety of subjects, including homework support, reading, math skills, and any other areas where a student may need improvement. Many of our tutors also work one-on-one with students throughout the week, but this drop-in service has always been particularly popular at the Healdsburg Library and stays consistent throughout the school year. We only take a break when the schools are on holiday or summer. I realize that many schools offer tutoring before or after school, but this drop-in service provides yet another opportunity that may fit with the busy schedules of students and parents. We have been offering this program for six years and are proud to be the only library in Sonoma County providing free, in-person tutoring.
Discover the basics of sensory processing and learn practical strategies you can start using with your child right away.
This presentation is designed to help parents and caregivers understand sensory processing, how it influences a child’s behavior and engagement, and practical tools to support their sensory needs at home.
What You Will Learn:
The eight different senses and their role in regulating emotions
Common sensory processing challenges children face
Strategies to use at home
When to consider an occupational therapy appointment
RSVP today to secure your spot! A Zoom link will be sent upon registration.
October 17: Jog-a-Thon at West Side Elementary School (8:45–9:45 AM).
October 24: Felta Fiesta Launch! Save the Date for our Spring Fundraiser on Saturday, April 5. Please join us for a meeting to learn more about the event and how you can help out. Public planning meeting for Felta Fiesta at Barrel Brothers Brewing Company in Windsor (5 PM).
JOG-A-THON DETAILS: The Jog-a-Thon is this week, and we need everyone’s help to reach our fundraising goal of $25,000! Please support our students by collecting pledges leading up to race day. FEF will provide coffee, and HRC will be playing great tunes. On race day, the community is welcome to come cheer or even join in for the final lap!
On race day, teachers will distribute Jog-a-thon t-shirts for students to wear during the race. In addition to shirts, all students will receive a bandana in their assigned “class color” to wear during the race:
8:00 – “Set up crew” volunteers meet in Phoenix Hall to prepare for the race.
8:45 – Classes line up on the basketball court. Mrs. Meechan makes announcements, Coach Tiff leads stretches, and the Jog-a-thon begins .
8:45-9:45 – Cups of water & lap tracking bands will be handed out to students by HRC & volunteers.
9:45 – Race ends, clean-up begins, and students follow their teacher’s instructions.
9:45-10:45 – Snacks (donated by WS Families) and a special popsicle treat (donated by HRC) will be handed out during snack recess (no snacks during the event).
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are still looking for volunteers to help during the Jog-a-Thon. Your support will make a huge difference—please consider lending a hand! Volunteer Signup
For any questions, feel free to reach out to Brooke Stringer at [email protected] or 262-302-6900 (call or text).
Don't forget about our October 31 COSTUME PARADE at 8:45am!
Creative, fun, and interesting costumes are highly encouraged! Look for ideas in favorite books, activities, famous people, and nature. Of course, costumes are optional.
Parents are welcome to come watch our adorable parade!
Costumes SHOULD:
Accommodate movement easily
Be sturdy enough to hold together for the day
Allow for independent use of the bathroom facilities ** Masks can only be worn during the Costume Parade
Costumes SHOULD NOT have:
Weapons, swords, knives, guns or combative accessories
Scary, bloody, or combative style
** NO AFTER CARE ON OCTOBER 31ST - MINIMUM DAY **
Ways to participate:
1. Parents and students are welcome to join Ms. Jessica on Monday, October 28th, from 2:30-4pm to help decorate the altar. We will have all the supplies ready to be hung up.
2. From Oct 28th-30th, bring in a photo or drawing of a loved one who has passed away, and we will add it to the altar.
***No original photos please—copies only.***
If you would like your image returned to you, please write your student’s name and grade on the back.
West Side School Yearbook
Start submitting your favorite classroom and school event photos throughout the year to [email protected] **Make sure to put the GRADE and EVENT NAME in the subject line.
October 2024 - The Sonoma County Office of Education (SCOE) is proud to offer two free resources to school families looking to better support the mental health of their children and teens, and we hope school and district employees will help us spread the word! The first resource is a consultation line that pairs mental health professionals with parents and caregivers looking for strategies and tools to support youth experiencing mental health or behavioral challenges. The second resource is a virtual workshop series that covers key mental health topics impacting youth. You can find the link to the series in Spanish here, and the consultation line is also accessible in Spanish. Watch the video to learn more.
As a valued member of our community, we would like to invite you to a small group discussion about early learning and child care for the Sonoma County Child Care Planning Council (CCPC) Needs Assessment. Focus group discussions will take place in October and November. There are options in person and online, and in Spanish and English. Participants will receive a $30 gift card after the discussion (one per family). Food and child care will be provided for free at the in-person groups. Please see the flyer below for more information and dates. If you would like to participate, please share your interest at bit.ly/Child-Care-Focus-Group. Please note: We may not have room for everyone, so responding does not guarantee a space. If there is space, we will confirm with you within one week. Thank you for helping Sonoma County advocate for the early learning and child care that families need!
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Dear families,