News from Westlake Christian School!

THE WESTLAKE EAGLE EYE E-NEWSLETTER
Volume 17 Issue 19 January 20, 2012

PRINCIPAL'S NOTE

Spirit Week was awesome - we only went to school for three days, but we made the most of every minute. Thanks for participating and please use the three-day weekend to get the uniforms back out and be ready to hunker down for some serious learning from here on in.

Thanks to all those who have completed the mid-year survey. To those that have not yet had an opportunity to access the survey, another email reminder will be coming out this weekend. We will be closing access on Tuesday and we really want you to please contribute your thoughts about our program this year. This is an excellent opportunity to give your input into your present and future of the Westlake experience.

Remember, Mrs. Roggenbaum and I will be hosting a parent forum next Tuesday morning at 8:45 in the Activity Room (lunchroom). We will be discussing some the progress of some capital projects; talking about the tuition and fee setting process; sharing some of our thoughts for next year; and discussing our current uniform program. That said, we plan to spend most of our time together listening to your thoughts and desires for WCS. Sometimes the distance between the Administrative Office and the realities of the family experience at Westlake can be vast - we'd love for you to come and share your perspective with us.

Be blessed this weekend,

Rick Pucci

Principal

SCHOOL NEWS AND EVENTS

FITNESS CAMP FOR PARENTS

Melanie Rennert, who guest taught in our elementary PE classes this week, will begin offering a WCS Parents an on-site Fitness Camp starting next Tuesday morning, January 24. The group will begin at 8:45am and the training will offer participants a chance to learn more about fitness through functional boot camp style exercises. All fitness levels are welcome and the cost is $15 per person. You can download more information here, but please RSVP to Melanie Rennert at mrennert@tampabay.rr.com or call 727-421-8127. You may also sign up in the Westlake School office.

THIS TUESDAY NIGHT IS WESTLAKE SKATE NIGHT AT ASTRO SKATE

Join us in Tarpon Springs for Westlake night at Astro Skate. The fun begins at 6:30pm and we have the whole rink to ourselves! This is sure to be a great night of fun and fellowship. Remember the class with the most participation wins a popsicle party!

CONGRATS TO WESTLAKE'S 2012 SPELLING BEE PARTICIPANTS

The following students are the top spellers in their grade levels and won spots on the 2012 Westlake Spelling Team

8th Grade Carly Daniel, Taylor Rinderle, Annamarie Huy, Katie Glass

7th Grade Tucker McCleary, James Sheppard, Olivia Kerper, Ryan Vossler

6th Grade Frankie Pucci, Ashley Camm, Amanda Magee, Quinten Smith,

5th Grade Nicholas Rinderle, Jacob Giner, Spencer Trempe, Julia LaPierre

4th Grade Ashley Magee, Katerina Karalis, Zach Boesch, Rachel Jacob

3rd Grade Emma Elliott, Alex Franco, Matt Pankauskas, Demetri Hackett

2nd Grade Devin Armstrong, Wesley Griffith, Sammie King, Axl Tichenor

1st Grade Madeline Franco, Ryan Halladay, Kailey Swiech, Riley Engelhardt

NEW BIBLES STUDIES FOR PARENTS BEGINNING NOW AT PHUMC

Gary Chapman's classic, "The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman. Couples who understand each other's love language hold a priceless advantage in the quest for love that lasts a lifetime. This couples fellowship study begins Monday, January 30th at 7pm and is facilitated by our Marriage Ministry team leaders, Don and Shari Schumacher.

Beth Moore women's study, "Mercy Triumphs." Lessons are drawn from the New Testament book of James. Class will be held at 9:30 am on Thursday mornings, and will be facilitated by PHUMC's senior pastor's wife Sarah Baldridge.

Call Janet Wrassmann to register for either of these two exciting studies at 727-785-7487.

PHUMC HOSTS "SOUP-ER BOWL" NIGHT ON JANUARY 25

EAGLE ATHLETICS

Thank you to all who helped in making the Elementary Pep Rally a huge success yesterday!! There certainly was an amazing amount of energy in the gym! We recognized all 4th and 5th grade Athletes who participated in Baseball, Volleyball, Soccer and Basketball. The Junior Varsity Cheerleaders were introduced by their Coach, Mrs. Cyndi Rodts, and did an awesome job performing and leading the crowd in cheers. The Junior Cheerleaders, under the direction of Mrs. Nancy Garrison, did an outstanding job showing the crowd everything that they learned over the past 2 weeks at practices. It was a joy to see the support of the families who were able to attend the event.

The Girls Soccer and Boys Basketball season is coming to a close in the next two weeks. Information for Team Pictures will be emailed next week. The next season will be Track which will begin on Feb 6. If your child is interested in participating please contact Coach Seiter at kseiter@westlakechristianschool.org. It is open to boys and girls. Remember that track is not just for those who love to run but there are field events as well. Mari Barnett will be the Coach and has been working with a group of students in the Mileage Club which meets Wednesday's after school.

Golf practice will be starting soon as well to prepare for the season which begins March 12. Details TBA. It is open to boys and girls. Please email Coach Seiter if your child is interested in participating.

SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL!

MOMS IN TOUCH MEETS EVERY FRIDAY RIGHT AFTER DROP-OFF
Westlake needs your prayers! All parents are invited to the PHUMC Family Room (near the restrooms) in the Church Narthex on Friday mornings to pray for our school, our staff, and our students.

WESTLAKE REWARDS - OUR SCRIP PROGRAM!!!
Visit the Westlake Scrip website and stock up on the restaurant gift cards. And remember, the more you spend the more you can receive in the form of a rebate. CLICK HERE to go on-line and get started!

FUNDRAISE AS YOU GO

Check online at www.boxtops4education.com for special offers and coupons. Please collect these paper dimes for our Spring Challenge!

TARGET CARD PURCHASES

WCS receives $$ back on all charges when you designate Westlake as the recipient.

INK CARTRIDGES FOR CASH

Turn in used ink cartridges from home or your business to support WCS.

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