Mrs. Lisa Courtney
Principal
513-947-7900
courtney_l@my.westcler.org
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WEEKLY PARENT EAGLE UPDATE
WEEKLY PARENT EAGLE UPDATE
At Summerside, we create excellence in every learner by using a calm, consistent, and caring approach in a safe and welcoming environment every day, in every way.
At Summerside, we create excellence in every learner by using a calm, consistent, and caring approach in a safe and welcoming environment every day, in every way.
Ms. Cheryl Lowe
Assistant Principal
513-947-7900
lowe_c@my.westcler.org
Dear Summerside Eagle Families,
Parent-teacher conferences are right around the corner and our goal is to meet with every parent in some way, in person, on the phone, or virtually. See below for links to sign up to meet with your child's teacher on either Wednesday, October 5 or Thursday, October 13 from 5:00 - 8:30 pm. We encourage all of our Summerside families to connect with your child's teacher in the fall to continue to build our partnership with you to ensure your child is learning, leading, and succeeding at Summerside. Benchmark assessment results will be shared at conference time as well as insight into the work your child will be doing to meet their individual learning goals and ways you can support them at home.
Our district #WCCares Newsletter was posted earlier this morning and it is chock full of Summerside faces! Be sure to click in to get to know our incredible new resource coordinator, learn more about our new SRO, Officer Ventre, and see pictures and celebrations of Ms. Emery, our beloved kindergarten teacher, and so many and so much more happening around our district that we can all be proud of together! This truly is a district on the RISE!
We have a shortened next couple of weeks as our teachers come together for professional development and our fall break. Please note that your children do not have school this coming Thursday, 10/6, Friday, 10/7 or Monday, 10/10. We hope all enjoy your extended fall weekend next weekend!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Courtney & Ms. Lowe
Summerside Updates
Summerside Updates
Our Eagle Expectations:
Our Eagle Expectations:
Take Care of Yourself. Take Care of Others. Take Care of Summerside.
Take Care of Yourself. Take Care of Others. Take Care of Summerside.
Team and Grade Level Newsletters
Team and Grade Level Newsletters
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-Teacher Conferences
We encourage all families to partner with their child's teacher during the fall conferences.
To schedule a conference, click on your child's teacher's name which will take you to a listing of the times that are available. We ask that families only sign up for one time slot to allow for all to attend a fall conference. If additional time is needed or you need to conference virtually instead, please connect directly with your child's teacher to make arrangements. If you wish to connect with a staff member without an active link, some of our other service providers, simply send them an email to connect.
To schedule a conference, click on your child's teacher's name which will take you to a listing of the times that are available. We ask that families only sign up for one time slot to allow for all to attend a fall conference. If additional time is needed or you need to conference virtually instead, please connect directly with your child's teacher to make arrangements. If you wish to connect with a staff member without an active link, some of our other service providers, simply send them an email to connect.
PTO is hosting a book fair during conferences on 10/13. We encourage you to celebrate your child's hard work with a special trip to the book fair that evening as all are welcome, even if your conference night is scheduled the week before. See look for an opportunity to volunteer at the book fair soon!
Fifth Graders heading to Camp Campbell Gard!!
Fifth Graders heading to Camp Campbell Gard!!
Please join us for a parent/student information night about our upcoming camp experience on Monday, Oct. 3rd at 6:30 in the Summerside cafeteria.
Camp Dates: Wednesday, November 3 - Friday, November 5
We encourage all fifth graders to attend. PTO will support with scholarships as needed as we do not want cost to be a deterrent for any family.
A note from our Health Aides
A note from our Health Aides
Between bathroom accidents, cafeteria spills, and holes in pants, the health clinic is in a pants shortage. Please consider packing an extra pair of pants in your child's backpack. We have had to call parents and guardians during the day to bring up extra clothes. Gently used pants and shirt donations are always welcome too. Thank you!
Summerside Stop & Think Insight
At Summerside, we use Stop and Think forms as a way for students to reset when upset, frustrated, or struggling to follow Eagle Expectations in class. If your child is unable to reset using the classroom Stop and Think procedure, (s)he will be re-directed to take a break in a neighboring classroom in order to be ready to rejoin our class activities appropriately. Whenever this occurs, we will alert families, so that you can discuss with your child some ways they might work through these struggles in the future so they can feel in control of their emotions and stay ready to learn.
Thank you for your partnership in helping students grow!
Recess Equipment
Many of our students are bringing extra equipment to use at recess. Unfortunately, bringing in extra items increases the chances of students' personal items being lost or destroyed. Additionally, some students use the equipment at inappropriate times (e.g. throwing a football in the cafeteria or in the bus line). For these reasons, we are discouraging extra items from being brought in. However, grade-level teachers will decide if students will be allowed to bring additional recess equipment to school.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!
Samegoal emails
During your child's time at West Clermont, you may receive emails from Samegoal. This software generates educational documents that we utilize to communicate key plans for specific student needs. Not all parents may receive a document from this website, but if you do receive it, please open it, view and sign if indicated. Thank You!
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, October 5th, Parent Teacher Conferences
Fall Break, no school, October 6th-October 10th
PTO Skating Party Tuesday, October 11th 6:30-8:30
PTO Book fair October 11th-24th
Thursday, October 13th, Parent Teacher Conferences
Summerside PTO Updates
Summerside PTO Updates
PTO Board
PTO Board
Family Fun Night Celebrations!!
Family Fun Night Celebrations!!
Thank you to all who volunteered and attended our Family Fun Night! It was an incredible evening filled with smiles, family and community connections, and the opportunity to have good ole' fashion sun at Summerside together!
Thank you to our WCHS National Honors Society students who came to help as well, painting faces, running games, and tye dyeing shirts!!
Shout out to Madelyn Stoetzel, a parent of a first-grade Eagle, for organizing such a special event for our entire school!
These are just a few of so many volunteers who helped support making this night such a big success! Thank you to all who donated items as well... the hot dogs were a hit!!
BTW - who loved the crafts more, the students or the parents??!
Scholastic Book Fair
Scholastic Book Fair
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Summerside! Students will be able to preview the book fair on Tuesday, October 11, and then visit the book fair with their class on a scheduled day throughout the rest of that week. A book is an outstanding way to celebrate your child's hard work and to continue to encourage the joy of reading!
The book fair will also be open the night of conferences on 10/13, 5:00 - 8:30 pm, and all are welcome, even if you are conferencing on 10/5!
Look for volunteer sign-ups soon as we will need people to help run shifts on 10/12 - 14 from 9:30 - 3:30 and then 4:30 - 9:00 pm on 10/13.
Thank you to our PTO Co-Vice President, Emma Gromek, for taking the lead on this opportunity for our students and families!
PTO Meetings, 2022 - 2023
PTO Meetings, 2022 - 2023
All meetings are scheduled from 6:30 - 7:30 in the Summerside Cafeteria
You can also join virtually if you choose: PTO Meetings Virtual Link
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Tuesday, December 1, 2022
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
District Updates
District Updates
Our Vision: Together As One Community, We Learn. Lead. Succeed.
Our Vision: Together As One Community, We Learn. Lead. Succeed.
Our Mission: Commit to excellence with every learner, every day, every way.
Our Mission: Commit to excellence with every learner, every day, every way.
Our Core Values: Together We are, ON THE RISE. R-Relationship, I-Innovation, S-Student Centered, E-Empowerment
Superintendent Blog Post
Superintendent Blog Post
We are creating a courageous culture by focusing on our mission of committing to excellence with every learner, every day, every way. We strive to have a safe, caring, positive learning environment where all students have a sense of belonging.
Safety Update
Safety Update
Staff, students, families and community members,
Over the past week, several threats on schools across the U.S., including Ohio, were made. We’d like to take this opportunity to remind the West Clermont community of our commitment to keeping our school community safe, as well as the proper methods for reporting a threat or concern.
Should you see or hear anything suspicious, please report it through one or more of the following:
Contact Law Enforcement
Union Township Police Department-513-752-1230
Clermont County SheriffĘĽs Office-513-732-7500
Pierce Township Police Department-513-752-4100
Or Dial 911
The Safer School Tip Line by calling or texting 844-723-3764
Contact the School Principal
Thank you for partnering with us to help us maintain our focus on every learner, every day, every way.
Seeking New West Clermont Education Foundation Board Members
Seeking New West Clermont Education Foundation Board Members
Are you a parent, business leader, staff or local resident interested in making a difference in our school community? WCEF needs you! We're currently accepting applications for new board members. Please complete our google form via the below link and we will contact those who best fit the mission of the Foundation. Please contact us via FB messenger with any questions. Thank you!
The West Clermont Education Foundation (WCEF) is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on raising funds to support best-in-class academics in the West Clermont Local School District. Its mission is to enrich educational experiences and provide extraordinary learning opportunities in the school district by allocating resources from parents, alumni, staff, residents, and community business leaders to provide opportunities benefitting both educators and students. Click here to apply.
WC Alumni
WC Alumni
We want you to stay connected with your alma mater! Please join our Alumni database so we can keep you up to date on all things West Clermont!
Help Write West Clermont’s Next Chapter!
Help Write West Clermont’s Next Chapter!
We are listening to our students, families and community members and creating a path forward together to ensure all students are future-ready with a competitive advantage. Please attend one of our upcoming Town Hall Meetings.
Our public Town Halls are scheduled for:
October 20th at 7 PM at Withamsville-Tobasco Elementary (3950 Britton Blvd.)
November 10th at 7 PM Merwin Elementary (1040 Gaskins Rd.)
December 8th at 7 PM at West Clermont Middle School (1341 Clough Pike)
Seating is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot here!
Middle School Start Time Update - 9/16/22
On May 9, 2022, the West Clermont Citizens Advisory Commission (CAC) made a recommendation to the Board of Education to adjust the middle school start time to 8 a.m. Their proposal was based on their extensive research, expert presentations, and student, staff and parent surveys.
In response, over the summer, the Board tasked district leadership with researching the feasibility of changing the middle school start time. At the September 12 Board of Education meeting, Mr. Chuck LaFata, the district's Director of Operations, gave an update to the Board. He shared that a professional traffic study is underway and that Petermann Transportation is working on a proposed routing model that closely mirrors our current system but with the adjusted middle school start time. The Operations Team plans to share the findings at the October 12 Board of Education meeting.
As we continue our research and planning, we will keep families and staff up-to-date.
Extended Community Opportunities
Extended Community Opportunities
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West Clermont Board of Education
Jim Rudy, President
Michele Dulaney, Vice President
Tammy Brinkman
Ryan Patton
Michael Chumley
As shown left to right top row: Mr. Rudy, Mr. Chumley, Mr. Patton
Bottom row: Mrs. Dulaney, Mrs. Brinkman
Summerside Elementary School
Summerside Elementary School
West Clermont Local School District
West Clermont Local School District
4639 Vermona Drive: Cincinnati, OH 45245
4639 Vermona Drive: Cincinnati, OH 45245
513-947-7900
513-947-7900
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