West Side School

EARLY DISMISSAL ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, FOR THE HOMECOMING PARADE:

KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS MUST BE PICKED UP AT 1:10 P.M. FIRST AND SECOND-GRADE STUDENTS MUST BE PICKED UP AT
1:15 P.M. FOR OUR EARLY DISMISSAL

If you haven't turned in your Paragon Fundraiser order forms, the office must have them by 9:00 AM on Friday, September 12.

Boys and girls K-5 are invited to join Scouts! The Scouts will be at the Harrisburg Park Kiwanis Shelter on Thursday, September 11 from 6:00-7:00!

📢 Parents/Guardians: Please check your PowerSchool forms!

Form #3 – Parent/Guardian Emergency Contacts must have a ✅ green check mark next to it to show it has been resubmitted. This is a very important form for student safety and communication.

If your Form #3 does not have a green check mark, please complete it as soon as possible. Thank you for helping us keep our records up to date!

Homecoming Spirit Week is September 15-19!

After the Labor Day holiday, we will begin our regular dismissal schedule.

👉 Starting Tuesday, Sept. 2:

Kindergarten will dismiss at 2:30 pm

1st & 2nd grade will dismiss at 2:35 pm

Thank you for your support as we transition into our regular routine! 💜🤠

First and second grade will dismiss at 1:35 pm, and kindergarten will dismiss at 1:30 pm until Labor Day.

Our last day of school is Wednesday, May 28. It is also an early dismissal day. Kindergarten students dismiss at 11:10 a.m., and first- and second-grade students dismiss at 11:15 a.m.

We will have an early dismissal on Friday, April 25. Kindergarten students will be dismissed at 11:10 AM, and first and second grade will dismiss at 11:15 AM.

We will be on an early dismissal for Friday, April 11. Kindergarten dismissal is at 1:30 PM, and first and second grade is at 1:35 PM. We will be on spring break for the week of April 14. School will resume on Monday, April 21.

Kids for Christ has been cancelled today, April 4, due to weather.

Today, we celebrate the incredible paraprofessionals who make a difference at West Side! Their dedication does not go unnoticed, from providing support in the classroom to guiding students with patience and care. 👏 Thank you for your hard work, compassion, and the countless ways you impact our students’ lives. We appreciate you today and every day!

Wear Blue Friday, April 4th #BulldogNation!

On Thursday, April 03, our students will attend a play at the Marion Civic Center. They will be watching Aladdin. This is a school-funded trip, so there is no cost to students. The showtimes are 9:15 AM for first and second grade and 12:30 PM for kindergarten.

We will be on an early dismissal schedule for tomorrow, Friday, March 28. Kindergarten will dismiss at 11:10 AM, and first and second grade will dismiss at 11:15 AM.

Please call the office to schedule a kindergarten screening at 253-7637 ext. 5000

Dear Parents/Guardians, Please return the Dental Safari form if you want your child to be seen by them on Wednesday, March 05. Thank you

Yearbook order forms are due Monday, March 3, 2025. You can fill out a form in the office, or order online at inter-state.com/order. Order code : 91677H We will not have many extras., if you'd like a yearbook, please order!

We will have an early dismissal schedule on Friday, February 28. Kindergarten will dismiss at 11:10 a.m., and first and second grade will dismiss at 11:15 a.m.

🚒🔥 Exciting Fundraiser Alert! 🔥🚒 Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Starting March 3, West Side is selling raffle tickets for a chance to ride to school on a FIRE TRUCK 🚒 with the incredible Harrisburg Fire Department! 🎟 Tickets: $1 each or 6 for $5. Tickets will be sold in the morning outside of the gym and cafeteria. 📅 Weekly Rides Begin: The week of April 7 and continue for 6 weeks—a new lucky student will be chosen each week! A HUGE thank you to Chief Gunning and the Harrisburg Fire Department for making this incredible experience possible! 🙌 Support our school, have some fun, and maybe score the coolest ride to school ever! 🎉