WCSD internet and phone system are currently offline due to a tree down on lines provided by our internet service provider. Phone calls cannot be received to the buildings. We do not have an estimated time of when we will be back online at this point.
An application is being prepared by the Warren County School District to compete for funds to provide a continuation of afterschool and summer programming through the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant for students in Grades K-5.
The WCSD is committed to providing the best educational experience for students in Grades K-5. As part of this commitment, we are conducting a needs assessment to determine the afterschool and summer services that are most necessary for elementary students and their families.
Your input is essential in helping us understand your needs and shape our afterschool and summer program offerings.
Please take a few moments to complete this survey. The survey will close on November 3, 2023. Thank you!
https://forms.office.com/r/4pLzvHTe1R
October is Bullying Prevention Month. We recognize that for many adults talking about bullying with children — of any age — can be challenging. It’s incredibly important that we practice and develop this skill, because nearly 60% of children never reveal to a trusted adult that they have been victims of bullying. Our experts help to address this challenge in the article, https://wcsdpa.onlinesafetyhub.io/parent/conversation-starters/online-bullying#!
By starting with age-specific advice, conversation starters and suggested actions, parents can gain a deeper understanding of their child’s experience and learn why children often struggle to communicate about this important topic.
Substitute teaching is a great opportunity to be a mentor and help students become the best versions of themselves. Warren County School District partners with Kelly Education, a leading provider of substitute teachers to school districts across the U.S. to manage our substitute program. To learn more or apply for substitute teacher positions in the District, please contact Kelly Education by completing the Inquiry Form below and a recruiter will follow up with you.
Have questions? Call 800-991-5157, Option 2.
Inquiry Form: https://forms.office.com/r/SNfEEdz0QG
National P-EBT Program Concludes
The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) program has ended as of 9/30/2023. Families with questions regarding P-EBT may reach out to support contacts until the end of November 2023.
Here are the family resources for P-EBT:
1) Family helpline - 877-343-0179
2) Family online inquiry and ticket status - http://www.pennebt.com/
3) Family portal to see if a student received a benefit: https://www.compass.state.pa.us/Compass.Web/Public/pebtsearch
The issue students and parents were having with Rooms yesterday has been resolved.
Our vendor is currently experiencing issues with our classes in Rooms. They are working on resolving the issue.
Attention families, administration, faculty and staff: You are invited to attend a free viewing of "Suicide- The Ripple Effect" tonight at Jamestown Community College in the Scharmann Theatre. Theater Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Film 6:00 p.m. Panel and Q&A 7:30 p.m. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNsKBE2jYOJ51hVrtH7mVUJNspFwkTtXR-gFKDMqZa7rX_vw/viewform
Check this link for more info and to view the trailer. https://www.kevinhinesstory.com/suicide-the-ripple-effect
Please note the two most common issues guardians are having when accessing Rooms are:
1. Current email address does not match the email in our student information system.
2. You must be listed as a guardian in our student information system. Access does not go out to emergency contacts, only guardians.
If you are a guardain and have not received an email, please contact your child's school to update that information.
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania ensures that all children with disabilities ages 3 years through 21 years residing in Pennsylvania have the right to a FAPE, including children with disabilities who have been suspended or expelled from school. The commonwealth shall make FAPE available to a child with a disability eligible under IDEA until the student turns 22. Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, a child eligible under IDEA who attains the age of twenty-one (21) years may remain enrolled in their resident district free of charge until their 22nd birthday.
https://www.wcsdpa.org/page/pdespecialeducationpolicychange
Another email blast was sent today at 4:40 pm to those who have not registered for Rooms. Please check your emails. The weblink below can also be used to login on a computer.
https://id.edurooms.com/users/sign_in
Warren County School District teachers, "Give yourselves a chance."
Dr. Joe Sanfelippo
Warren County School District teachers, "Give yourselves a chance." Dr. Joe Sanfelippo
The 21st Century After School Program flyers and registration forms will be mailed out the week of Aug 21st. Printable online flyers and registration forms can be found on the WCSD web page under Menu/For Parents/Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers. The after-school program will begin on September 11, 2023.
Attention parents, students, staff, and teachers: it's officially "back to school" season! While the Warren County School District provides all necessary student materials for the start of the year (crayons, colored pencils, markers, etc.), the Snell Family Foundation is happy to assist in providing extra supplies and/or school supplies to be used to support students at home as well. On Friday, August 18th, the Snell Family Foundation will be distributing "back to school" packs from the Snell Main Office located at 625 S. State Street in Warren, PA. If you are in need of extra/additional school supplies (beyond those provided by the school) for your student, please email tessa@snellffi.com to secure your pack and to coordinate a pickup time! In your email, please specify how many students you have that would like additional supplies. Each "back to school" pack will contain a variety of the following items: pencils, pens, markers, crayons, colored pencils, highlighters, dry erase markers, small scissors, and hand sanitizer. Packs will be offered until supplies run out. The Snell Family Foundation wishes all students, staff, and teachers a wonderful start to the 2023 school year!
Home Access Center and student schedules will be avialble for viewing on August 18th at 8:00 am for all schools. Login information is being mailed home this week if you have not already received it.
Warren County is making it easier to stay in touch with teachers and class information . using the Warren County SD app you can easily switch from district and school information to Rooms, where you can see your student's classes and engage directly with teachers and coaches. Look for your personalize invitation to begin using this feature in our app on August 18th.
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3aLBTUh
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3ILbCBU
Looking for something to do when the weather outside is not so nice? Try making invisible ink with just a lemon and water. Create secret messages for family and friends!
School supply lists are no longer posted as all the basic supplies are provided by the schools.
Car Ride Games - See the picture below for easy car ride games to keep everyone in the car entertained. Two of them have available game boards at the links below.
License Plate Game Board: https://5il.co/1wjfv
Road Trip Scavenger Hunt Board: https://5il.co/1wjgk
