Westwood Elementary

#SpringdaleFamily,
Due to inclement weather on Monday Jan. 26, 2026, Springdale Public Schools will have a Student Catch-Up day. All School buildings will be closed.
Debido a las inclemencias del tiempo el día Lunes, 26 de enero de 2026 las Escuelas Públicas de Springdale tendrán un día de recuperación estudiantil. Todos los edificios escolares estarán cerrados.
Ken an naaj nana lan ak winter weather im nana ial ko, emoj am itok nan juon jemlok bwe, M̧ande, Jānwōde 26 2026, enaaj juon raan in snow day. Aolep SPS jikuul ko renaaj kilok

This week we’re celebrating Mrs. Montgomery, our incredible Special Education classroom teacher in SEC! She is always so helpful to anyone who needs her and brings a positive, caring spirit to everything she does. 💛 Mrs. Montgomery has one of the most important and rewarding roles in our school, and she does it with patience, dedication, and heart. She is always there for her students — meeting their needs, advocating for them, and making sure they feel supported and valued every single day. We are so grateful for her compassion, positivity, and unwavering commitment to her students and our Westwood family. ✨👏

Brrr… it’s cold outside! But snowy days are the perfect opportunity to turn winter weather into hands-on STEM fun. If you’re feeling brave enough to venture out, even for just one activity, check out the chart below for ideas on how to explore science, engineering, and math using snow. From experimenting and building to observing and creating, there’s so much learning packed into a little winter wonder! If you try an activity, don’t forget to snap a picture and share it with us in the comments. We’d love to see your chilly (but creative!) fun!

Story time has been a hit in our kindergarten classes! Nurse Cara has been visiting to read Sick Simon, a silly but important story about germs and healthy habits. Simon never washes his hands or covers his coughs. With a spray bottle in hand, Nurse Cara showed just how easily germs can spread! The kids are absolutely LOVING the interactive fun while learning how to stay healthy. Learning + laughter = the best kind of story time! #SpringdaleFamily

Lights, Learning, Wonder family newsletter for the week of January 26th-January 30th. Thank you for supporting our Wolves!


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This week we are celebrating Mr. Stewart, our music teacher and an incredible member of the Westwood family! 💛🎤 Our Teacher of the Year 2024–2025, Mr. Stewart brings creativity and joy into everything he does. 🎶✨ He leads our students in performing musical plays — some even written by him — and his classroom is always a welcoming, fun place to be. 🎭🎼

In Art, Mrs. Hill and Ms. Combs introduced all of our 5th graders to Artist Trading Cards, and students have been hard at work creating miniature masterpieces! These tiny works of art can be traded with classmates or kept and collected, making the art experience interactive, creative, and fun. It’s been a huge hit, and we love seeing student choice, creativity, and excitement shining through! #Springdalefamily

Students in Mrs Vang's class put their teamwork and problem-solving skills to the test by designing and building their own “shovels.” After testing their designs, one team scooped up an impressive 33 “snow” cotton balls, the most of all! Learning is even better when creativity, collaboration, and a little friendly competition come together. Way to think like engineers! #Springdalefamily

Lights, Learning, Wonder family newsletter for the week of January 19th-January 23rd. Remember~No school on Monday, January 19th! https://app.smore.com/n/2qjam

We were Howling with Pride over these Wolves! They have been examples of our PACK promise!

Parents- Coach McGraw wants to remind you students should have brought home a flier from PE- we had special guest teachers from Championship Martial Arts this week, and they invited all kids to a pizza party! Some classes got an invite for tonight at 6:00, and some for tomorrow. They had so much fun!

Lights, Learning, Wonder family newsletter for the week of January 12th to January 16th. Wishing you a WONDERful week!

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Our 2nd graders came in ready to learn and eager to start the new semester! From bright smiles to focused minds, they showed what it means to be responsible members of our pack. We’re so proud of their positive attitudes, strong routines, and willingness to jump right into learning. Way to lead the way, 2nd grade—keep howling with pride! #SpringdaleFamily

This week, Westwood is proud to celebrate Ms. Tiffany, our amazing Assistant Cafeteria Manager! 💛 Every morning at breakfast, she greets our students with kindness and warmth, making sure they start their day with a nutritious meal and a smile. 😊 Her positivity carries into lunchtime too — she’s always kind, talkative, and welcoming to everyone she serves. 🍽️💬 Her sweet spirit and constant smile make a difference for both students and staff every single day. We’re so thankful for Ms. Tiffany! 🍓✨

Our Safety Team joined in on the holiday cheer by caroling throughout the building and spreading joy classroom to classroom! Their festive songs brought lots of smiles, laughter, and holiday spirit to students and staff alike. We love seeing our teams step up to build community and make our school an even brighter place during the season. What a fun way to celebrate together! #SpringdaleFamily

A message from Mr. Stewart to our Westwood family/community...

If you are planning to attend our class parties tomorrow at 2:15, just a reminder to complete the form so your "fast pass" will be ready, and you can skip the line. Forms must be completed by 9 am Friday to have fast passes printed. Hope to see you soon! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScG1ORnoshjTNHAF85_ScbNp8DglLfJhZahXul8PLvubQPpQg/viewform

Yesterday, our Pack 2.0 families participated in a Christmas celebration of clubs and were able to enjoy activities that represent each club from the program. Families also received fun materials and activities that will help them extend their learning over the winter break. It was a lot of fun for everyone! A huge thank you to Mrs. Aleman and everyone who helped put the event together! #SpringdaleFamily

Our Wolves are loving Grinch Week! From festive activities to lots of smiles and laughter, our halls are full of holiday cheer. The Grinch may try to steal Christmas, but he doesn’t stand a chance against the kindness, creativity, and excitement of our students. Thanks for making Grinch Week such a joyful celebration!

This week, Westwood is proud to celebrate Mrs. Shelbi Rains, our amazing GT teacher! 💛 Shelbi goes above and beyond for her GT students, helping them meet project deadlines, providing extra time and support when needed, and finding creative ways to challenge and inspire them. Her dedication ensures that every GT student has the tools and guidance to succeed. Beyond her work with students, Shelbi’s enthusiasm and positivity light up our school. Her students adore her, and our staff is so grateful for the joy, energy, and commitment she brings to Westwood every day. ✨📚💛