Math-A-Thon Packet

Download Math-A-Thon pledge sheet here.

Posted in General Membership Information

Science Fair Information Packet

Here is your official 2017 Science Fair Information Packet!

12th Annual Science Fair

  • Judging on Thursday, March 30, 2023
  • Viewing Fair on Friday, March 31, 2023
  • Open to grades K-5.

What is a Science Fair Project and a Science Fair?

A Science Fair Project is an investigation that is designed to solve a problem (or answer a question) using a procedure called the scientific method.  The problem, hypothesis, experiment procedures, and results of the experiment are then presented on a display board.  The “fair” part takes place when everyone who has done a project gathers together to showcase their work.  Projects are evaluated and ribbons are awarded.  One winner from third, fourth, and fifth grades will be invited to submit their project to the County Science Fair!

 

What is included in this packet?

  1. WCES 2017 Science Fair Project Timeline- This is a guideline to help you complete your project on time.

 

  1. Science Fair Project Guide- This sheet suggests how to complete your science fair project and explains the scientific method.

 

  1. Judging Criteria- This is a guideline to help you prepare your project for judging.

 

  1. A.A. County “Elementary Science Fair Safety Form” #1- This is REQUIRED by all participants.

 

Note:  These sheets are also available on the PTA website: www.waughchapel-pta.com.

Message to Parents and Guardians:

WCES science fair projects are NOT graded.  They are voluntary, for fun, and good practice!  Our advice, “Keep it simple!”  Let the children learn the process now, on their own, before these projects become mandatory and graded in middle school!  Help your child come up with a question that relates to their interests or their favorite toys.  The following websites can help you support your child in completing a science fair project without doing it for them:

http://www.pbs.org/parents/experts/archive/2012/04/how-to-help-children-with-scie.html

http://www.sciencebuddies.org/science-fair-projects/parents_howtohelp.shtml

WCES Science Fair Packet: http://waughchapel-pta.com/wp/file-repository/

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the PTA Science Enrichment Committee on [email protected].

Posted in General Membership Information

Faith in the Flakes Tees - Assembly Fundraising

I wanted to send out a quick reminder about our hopes for a STEM assembly from meterologist Justin Berk in February.  We are selling Faith in the Flakes Tees in order to get us a free assembly from Justin.  In order to meet our goal and get the free assembly, we have to sell 100 T-shirts.  We are currently at 40 t-shirts, and need your help!  See the attached flier for the details and send your money in to the PTA by this Friday, January 6th!

Help us bring Justin to Waugh Chapel!

Thanks, as always, for your support!

Fondly,

Cheryl Cox

Principal

Posted in General Membership Information

Inclement Weather Procedures

Inclement Weather Procedures

Now that the cold weather season is approaching remember to check AA County Public School’s website (www.aacps.org), or the local radio and television stations, to be informed about weather reports, delayed openings, early dismissals and closings. School closing announcements are provided as a public service by major radio and television stations in the Washington, Baltimore, and Annapolis areas. Announcements are also placed on a message recording at the Central Office. There are two telephone numbers that access this message. These numbers are: (Local) 410-222-5110 and (Toll Free) 1-800-893-7080. It is very important that students know what to do if there is an early dismissal. Review and discuss the plan periodically. Completing this exercise should give you and your child a secure feeling that a predetermined plan has been established, and this way we can continue to work together in providing the best possible situation for the safety of all children. This exercise is important. It is imperative that every student knows the contingency plans that have been made.

Posted in General Membership Information

The Band and Strings Winter Concert December 14th

Holiday Fair and Vendor Show

The Band and Strings Winter Concert
December 14th

The day performance for the Band and Strings Concert will start at 2:00 p.m.

To continue accommodating, there will be two evening performances. Strings perform at 6:30 p.m., followed by Band at 7:30 p.m.

 

 

Posted in General Membership Information

Computer Science Education Week Dec. 5th - 11th

The Hour of Code (https://csedweek.org) is a global movement reaching tens of millions of students in 180+ countries. Anyone, anywhere can organize an Hour of Code event. One-hour tutorials are available in over 45 languages. No experience needed. Ages 4 to 104.

 

Dear Parents,

We live in a world surrounded by technology. And we know that whatever field our students choose to go into as adults, their ability to succeed will increasingly depend on understanding how technology works.

But only a tiny fraction of us are learning how technology works. Fewer than half of all schools teach computer science.

That’s why our entire school is joining in on the largest learning event in history: The Hour of Code, during Computer Science Education Week (December 5-11). More than 100 million students worldwide have already tried an Hour of Code.

Our Hour of Code is making a statement that [SCHOOL NAME] is ready to teach these foundational 21st century skills. To continue bringing programming activities to your students, we want to make our Hour of Code event huge. I encourage you to volunteer, reach out to local media, share the news on social media channels and consider hosting additional Hour of Code events in the community.

This is a chance to change the future of education in Maryland.

See example tutorials here: https://csedweek.org/learn

Posted in General Membership Information

Help needed for the Fall 2016 Appreciation Luncheon

The PTA is seeking help with planning the teacher and staff luncheon:

  • Drinks
  • Desserts
  • Supplies
  • Cash Donations
  • Volunteers

Please sign up via Signup Genius:

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4dafa92ba4fb6-waugh

or email Jennifer Klingler at:

[email protected]

 

Please drop off all food and drink donations At the school office on Friday, December 2nd from 9:00 - 10:30 am. If you would like to make a cash donation, look for the forms that have been sent home with the children on November 10th. Make all checks payable to WCES PTA in an envelope clearly labeled WCES PTA Fall Luncheon and these can be sent in via yor child’s red folder.

Thank you!

Posted in General Membership Information

Holiday Pajama Jam is Friday December 9th

The WCES Holiday Pajama Jam is Friday December 9 from 5:30 to 9:00 pm! Don’t miss the opportunity to drop off your kids wearing their favorite pajamas for an evening of FUN! The night will include pizza, games, crafts, dancing and Santa! You may register for your child to attend by visiting: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflOu4Blhy3qXdYq94L0-S15AyNhBjJine5fWe8eLKYLQVtag/viewform?c=0&w=1

We are also in need of volunteers to help make this night a success. Please sign up to bring an item or to help out during the event. This night is also a great opportunity for middle and high school students to earn volunteer hours. You may register online as follows:
1. Click this link to go to our invitation page on VolunteerSpot: signup.com/go/FeGSNk
2. Enter your email address: (You will NOT need to register an account on VolunteerSpot)
3. Sign up. Choose your spots - VolunteerSpot will send you an automated confirmation and reminders.

Posted in General Membership Information

PJ Library Night at the Odenton Library

Good evening, Waugh Chapel Families! I wanted to spread the word about an event coming up that we are super excited about at Waugh Chapel! We are going to have a Library Night at the Odenton Branch of the public library next Tuesday, November 15th at 5:30.

We invite students (okay, parents, you can wear your PJ’s too!) to come in their pajamas with their favorite stuffed animal! Teachers will be there reading books, doing crafts and helping students pick out the perfect book just for them! There will be a scavenger hunt and computers available for use! Pizza will be served for all those that are there in the first hour, as the PTA meets. So, join us from 5:30-7:30…..but RSVP so we can have enough crafts, pizza and other fun things for the kids!

A form was sent home to RSVP or there is one online in the newsletter! Come read with us!

Cheryl Cox

Principal

Posted in General Membership Information

Get ready for Halloween on Monday!

Message from Mrs Cox about Monday’s festivities:
Good afternoon, Waugh Chapel! It is getting spooky around here as we get ready for Halloween on Monday! I wanted to give you some details about the parade that we have planned. The parade will start at 9:00 a.m. and will take place in our front parking lot loop. The parking lot will be closed for parking after staff arrives at 7:50 a.m. We will open the lot for traffic when the buses arrive to drop off students and when parents arrive to drop off students. Then we will put up cones in order to block off the traffic so it will be safe for students to walk during the parade. The primary students will come out at 9:00 and do a walking loop around the lot and then sit on the curb. The intermediate will come out and walk around the loop and let the little ones see the big ones. We will then go to the back lot for the Thriller dance led by Mrs. Kennelly. All students will be invited to join us and watch and parents are welcome as well.
Classroom parties will take place at the time listed in the newsletter. Please make sure you check in at the office if you are entering the building. Thank you and we look forward to seeing the students in costumes! Spooky!
Sincerely,
Cheryl Cox
Principal
Party Times!
Kindergarten: 10:30-11:00 (this is a change)
1st Grade: 12:20-12:50
2nd Grade: 12:30-1:00
3rd Grade: 12:30-1:00
4th Grade: 11:30-12:00
5th Grade: 11:50-12:20

Posted in General Membership Information