Warren County School District

Registration is now open for Warren County Summer Music School being held at Beaty-Warren Middle School June 9th-June 27th from 8:10-12:10. This is for students who will be entering grade 5 through adults. https://www.wcsms.org/

📢 We Need Your Input! 📢 Title I schools are required to update two important documents each year: 📌 Parent & Family Engagement (PFE) Policy – This outlines how schools and families will work together to support student success. 📌 School-Parent Compact – This defines how parents, schools, and students share responsibility for academic achievement. Your feedback is essential in shaping these documents for the 2025-2026 school year! Please take a few minutes to complete the surveys and share your thoughts. 🔗 Compact: https://forms.office.com/r/Z9NKcyAmyV 🔗 PFE Policy: https://forms.office.com/r/xQGpEdQTQD Thank you for partnering with us to support our students!

Thank you for providing additional support with ST Math at home. Find ST Math by visiting the menu on the district webpage. Under the “For Students” section, select ClassLink and enter your child’s username and password.  

Don't miss this amazing show! You have two more chances to see it. Showtimes are today, Saturday, March 15th, at 2 PM and 7 PM. The WCSD Jr. Musical presents The Addams Family! This spooky, kooky, and fun-filled production is sure to delight audiences of all ages! Come out and support our talented cast and crew for a show you won't want to miss! Skip the lines and get your tickets online. Click the link for online sales: https://www.msbtickets.com/WarrenCountySchoolDistrictPA/districtevents

Just a reminder: There is No School for students on Monday, March 17th.

Did you miss seeing the WCSD Jr. Musical: The Addams Family last night? Not to worry, you still have three more opportunities to see it. The WCSD Jr. Musical presents The Addams Family! This spooky, kooky, and fun-filled production is sure to delight audiences of all ages! Showtimes: Friday, March 14 - Saturday, March 15: 7:00 pm and Saturday, March 15: 2:00 pm (Matinee Performance). Come out and support our talented cast and crew for a show you won't want to miss! Skip the lines and get your tickets online. Click the link for online sales: https://www.msbtickets.com/WarrenCountySchoolDistrictPA/districtevents

Weekly Math Fun: Counting Coins Together! 💰✨ This week, turn everyday moments into math learning opportunities by counting and exploring coins! Handling real money helps children develop number sense, place value understanding, and problem-solving skills. Math Skills in Action: 💵 Addition & Skip Counting – Sorting and adding coins reinforces counting by 5s, 10s, and 25s. 💡 Money Combinations – Exploring different ways to make the same amount strengthens problem-solving and flexibility with numbers. 🏦 Real-World Applications – Using coins to practice making change builds financial literacy and mental math skills. 🔎 Scavenger Hunt Fun – Searching for coins around the house turns learning into an interactive game. Try adding a budgeting challenge where kids “buy” items using their counted coins or compare different ways to make $1. Stay tuned for next week’s activity, where we’ll explore another hands-on way to practice math! 🧠📊

Just a reminder there is No School for students on Monday, March 10th.

Don’t Miss the WCSD Jr. Musical: The Addams Family! The WCSD Jr. Musical presents The Addams Family! This spooky, kooky, and fun-filled production is sure to delight audiences of all ages! Showtimes: Thursday, March 13 - Saturday, March 15: 7:00 pm Saturday, March 15: 2:00 pm (Matinee Performance) Come out and support our talented cast and crew for a show you won't want to miss! Please click the link for online sales: https://www.msbtickets.com/WarrenCountySchoolDistrictPA/districtevents

Weekly Math Fun: Fraction Fun with Pizza! 🍕➗ This week, turn pizza night into a hands-on fraction lesson the whole family can enjoy! Using real-life food makes math more engaging and helps kids visualize fractions in action. Math Skills in Pizza: 🔢 Counting & Partitioning – Recognizing how a whole pizza is divided into equal slices builds fraction understanding. 🟰 Equivalent Fractions – Exploring different cuts (halves, fourths, eighths) reinforces relationships between fractions. ➗ Fair Sharing & Division – Splitting slices evenly introduces division with fractions in a meaningful way. 🤔 Problem-Solving – Asking “What happens if we change the number of slices?” encourages critical thinking. Try challenging your child to compare fractions, predict how much is left after eating slices, or find new ways to divide the pizza! Stay tuned for next week's post, where we’ll explore another fun way to bring math into everyday moments! 🍽️📏✨

Please see attached image for ticket sales for the All-County Musical Junior, The Addams Family for those purchasing in person. Please click the link for online sales: https://www.msbtickets.com/warrenareahighschool/schoolevents

Dear Parents and Guardians, It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we inform you of the passing of one of our staff members, Mr. Andrew Pollard. Mr. Pollard was most recently a staff member at the Eisenhower campus but spent time in many buildings throughout the district over the years. Most notably, he was a valuable part of the district gifted program. He was an exceptional, remarkable educator who dedicated his time and energy to nurturing our students' minds and creating a warm, supportive environment as a caring, trusted mentor in our district. He touched the lives of everyone around him with his kind heart, passion for teaching Art, and commitment to our community. His passing deeply affects all who knew him, and we recognize that this news may be especially difficult for children throughout the district. The district offers support to all students and staff as we cope with this difficult news. Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) teams, in addition to school counselors, will be available in each building for any student who may need assistance processing this loss. We encourage you to reach out to us if you feel your child will need support. If your child has recently experienced loss this can often serve as a triggering event for them. Please understand that CISM teams are not grief counselors but can and will make referrals for outside agency support. We understand that children may have different ways of responding to grief, and we will do everything we can to help them through this challenging time. Additionally, the Warren County School District utilizes Safe2Say as a resource for parents and students to anonymously give information about those they feel are struggling and may need additional support. Information can be entered directly at https://www.safe2saypa.org/ or calling (844)723-2729. As we remember and honor Mr. Pollard, we ask that you join us in keeping his family, friends, and our school community in your thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Thank you for your understanding, and please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Essential actions to safeguard your child's digital world: Read https://wcsdpa.onlinesafetyhub.io/parent/articles/top-tips-to-protect-your-child-s-digital-privacy and learn how to: Teach your child how to safely download apps & games Explain "Cookies" (not the delicious kind) to help your child make more informed decisions Cultivate lifelong online safety habits

Weekly Math Fun: Exploring Math Through Music! 🎶➕🎵 This week, combine music and math for a fun, hands-on learning experience! Rhythm and patterns in music naturally reinforce counting, sequencing, and fractions, making math more engaging and memorable. Math Skills in Music: 🥁 Counting & Skip Counting – Clapping or tapping along to a beat strengthens number sense and multiplication fluency.🎼 Fractions in Music – Whole, half, and quarter notes provide a real-world way to explore fractions and division.🔁 Patterns & Sequences – Repeating rhythms help kids understand predictable sequences and mathematical structures.🎤 Creative Expression – Making up songs or rhythms adds a fun, interactive way to practice math facts. No instruments needed—just clap, stomp, or tap along! Stay tuned for next week’s post, where we’ll bring math into another exciting hands-on activity! 🎶✨📐

It has come to our attention that a student in the district has a confirmed case of pertussis (whooping cough). Pertussis is a highly contagious disease that is spread through the air when an infected person sneezes or coughs. Pertussis begins with cold symptoms and a cough which becomes much worse over 1-2 weeks. Symptoms usually include a long series of coughs (“coughing fits”) followed by a whooping noise. The cough is often worse at night and cough medicines usually do not help alleviate the cough. The Pennsylvania Department of Health strongly recommends anyone with symptoms promptly contact your child’s doctor. Please refer to the link provided on our website for more information on pertussis. https://www.cdc.gov/pertussis/signs-symptoms/index.html

🏃‍♀️🌱 Healthy Kids, Healthy Future: Wellness Tips for Families! 🌱🏃‍♂️ Dear Families, Our Wellness Committee is committed to supporting the health and well-being of all students and families in our district! As part of our initiative, we will be sharing practical health and wellness tips to help parents promote healthy habits at home—from nutrition and physical activity to mental well-being and sleep routines. Stay tuned for periodic wellness tips and simple steps you can take to help your child stay healthy, active, and ready to learn! Let’s work together to build a healthier future for our kids! 💙

Sheffield Middle Senior High School is proud to nominate Madison Connolly for the C.L.A.S.S. Act Emerging Leader for IU5. Madison exemplifies the C.L.A.S.S. characteristics both inside and outside of the classroom. Madison embodies characteristics of a true leader, excelling in academics, extracurricular activities, and community service. Her dedication to her school and community makes her an outstanding candidate for this recognition. Madison is a hardworking and persistent student, maintaining a 3.7 GPA while challenging herself with AP and Honors courses. She leads by example as Student Council President, demonstrating responsibility and a commitment to improving her school. Additionally, she is a member of the National Honor Society, S.A.D.D., Varsity Club, and Academic Bowl, as well as serving on the Advisory Council for the Warren County School District K-12 School Guidance Plan, showcasing her dedication to student advocacy and school improvement. Her character is evident in her leadership roles—as a team captain for both the volleyball and cheerleading teams, she fosters teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship. Madison extends her leadership beyond high school by working with elementary students at youth camps for cheerleading and volleyball, displaying optimism and mentorship for younger students. Madison's good citizenship and respect for others are demonstrated through her extensive community service. She has volunteered at the Sheffield Food Pantry, The Salvation Army, and the Knights of Columbus fish fry, all while balancing her academics, athletics, and employment at Docksider's Café. Her willingness to help others, whether through babysitting or dog sitting, highlights her compassionate nature and trustworthiness. Madison represents Sheffield High School with integrity, positivity, and dedication, making her a role model for her peers. She consistently upholds the values of respect, responsibility, and service, making a meaningful impact in her school and community. Her commitment to excellence and leadership, along with her plans to pursue a career in the medical field, reflect her drive to continue making a difference in the lives of others. For these reasons, the staff and administration wholeheartedly recommend Madison Connolly for the C.L.A.S.S. Act Emerging Leader award. She is a true leader, a dedicated student, and a compassionate community member who exemplifies the very essence of this honor.

Weekly Math Fun: Scavenger Hunt Math! 🔍✨ This week, make math active with a Scavenger Hunt Math Game! Instead of solving problems on paper, kids will search for objects around the house to model math equations. Math Skills in Action: Multiplication & Division – Finding and grouping objects reinforces the connection between repeated addition, equal groups, and division as sharing. Problem-Solving – There’s more than one way to represent a number! Encourage kids to find different combinations that match the same equation. Pattern Recognition – Seeing numbers arranged in sets helps build an understanding of arrays and factors. Mental Math – Quickly determining how many objects are needed strengthens number sense and estimation skills. Try using this game to practice skip counting, fractions (e.g., finding half of a total), or even measurement by collecting objects of different lengths or weights! Stay tuned for next week’s post, where we’ll introduce another creative way to bring math into everyday life! 🎲📏

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All after-school activities are canceled today, February 13th. All scheduled games and practices are postponed or canceled. This excludes any team who has already left for their event.