The following students earned 5 PAWS and were rewarded this week. Keep up the PAWTASTIC work.
The following students earned 5 PAWS and were rewarded last week. Keep up the PAWTASTIC work.
Good Afternoon Whitehall Families,
Reminder that school will be closed for the remainder of the week for Thanksgiving break. We hope you all have a great holiday! Students will return to school on Monday, Dec 1st.
Reminder that school will be closed for the remainder of the week for Thanksgiving break. We hope you all have a great holiday! Students will return to school on Monday, Dec 1st.
The following students earned 5 PAWS and were rewarded last week. Keep up the PAWTASTIC work.
Each week a Golden Paw is awarded to a student in each grade for going above and beyond and that exemplifies the quality of the month. This month we focused on Citizenship. The students were rewarded with a medal, a prize, and due to a partnership with the Elmwood Park Zoo two free admission tickets to the zoo. Congratulations to our winners and a special thank you to the Elmwood Park Zoo.
Students in second grade library class read Balloons Over Broadway, which tells the story of Tony Sarg, the puppeteer who invented the giant balloons for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. After reading, they worked in small groups to create their own balloons and paraded them down the library.
In 3rd Grade, we read Our Table by Peter H. Reynolds. The book is a fable about the importance of human connection, family traditions, and the impact of technology. After reading, students worked together to build a table for their feast. Through perseverance and collaboration, they came to understand how important it is to communicate with one another.
Whitehall Multilingual Learners’ Project (grades K-4)
Students learned about the life and legacy of Frida Kahlo as a part of celebrating Hispanic heritage month. We learned about her life challenges, explored her art work, and analyzed figurative language in her famous quote:
“FEET, WHAT DO I NEED YOU FOR
WHEN I HAVE WINGS TO FLY”
Students learned about the life and legacy of Frida Kahlo as a part of celebrating Hispanic heritage month. We learned about her life challenges, explored her art work, and analyzed figurative language in her famous quote:
“FEET, WHAT DO I NEED YOU FOR
WHEN I HAVE WINGS TO FLY”
Good Afternoon Whitehall Families, Reminder that tomorrow, November 25th is an early dismissal. Students will be dismissed at 12:20.
Today students from Miss McCormick’s room enjoyed adapted literacy activities using the book There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Turkey, written by Lucille Colandro and illustrated by Jared Lee.
They then joined a live reading of the story with the author, along with classrooms from across the country. Students even had the chance to ask questions and interact with the author as a whole group. This was a perfect way to end American Education Week with inclusive literacy practices that bring every learner into the story!
They then joined a live reading of the story with the author, along with classrooms from across the country. Students even had the chance to ask questions and interact with the author as a whole group. This was a perfect way to end American Education Week with inclusive literacy practices that bring every learner into the story!
Yesterday our Best Buddy participants enjoyed snacks and a fun Thanksgiving conversation game to build communication and make new friends. We are so thankful for our Whitehall Best Buddies program and the friendships it creates!
Good Afternoon Whitehall Families, Reminder that tomorrow, November 19th is an early dismissal. Students will be dismissed at 12:20.
(Español/English)
(ES): ¡Atención familias de Jardín de Infantes (Kínder)! Queremos conocer su opinión sobre la transición a Jardín de Infantes este año para que el próximo sea aún mejor. Busquen el enlace a la encuesta en su correo electrónico o mensaje de texto y dediquen unos minutos a compartir sus ideas. La encuesta estará disponible hasta el 22 de diciembre a las 4:00 PM.
Al finalizar, podrán participar para ganar una canasta de regalos de NASD con libros, una tarjeta de regalo y otras sorpresas. 🎉
(EN): Attention Kindergarten Families! We want your feedback on this year’s transition to Kindergarten to help us make next year even better. Check your email or text message for the survey link and take a few minutes to share your thoughts. The survey will be open until December 22 at 4:00 PM.
At the end, you can enter to win a NASD swag basket with books, a gift card, and other goodies! 🎉
#NASDproud #BeTheLeader #Norristown#KindergartenReadiness
(ES): ¡Atención familias de Jardín de Infantes (Kínder)! Queremos conocer su opinión sobre la transición a Jardín de Infantes este año para que el próximo sea aún mejor. Busquen el enlace a la encuesta en su correo electrónico o mensaje de texto y dediquen unos minutos a compartir sus ideas. La encuesta estará disponible hasta el 22 de diciembre a las 4:00 PM.
Al finalizar, podrán participar para ganar una canasta de regalos de NASD con libros, una tarjeta de regalo y otras sorpresas. 🎉
(EN): Attention Kindergarten Families! We want your feedback on this year’s transition to Kindergarten to help us make next year even better. Check your email or text message for the survey link and take a few minutes to share your thoughts. The survey will be open until December 22 at 4:00 PM.
At the end, you can enter to win a NASD swag basket with books, a gift card, and other goodies! 🎉
#NASDproud #BeTheLeader #Norristown#KindergartenReadiness
The Whitehall Elementary School Parent Faculty Club would like to thank our Local Business Sponsors for their generous support! If you or someone you know would like to sponsor the school's PFC, please email pfc-whitehall@nasd.k12.pa.us for more information.
2025-26 Sponsors: B.J. Kerper General Contractors, LLC; Creature Comforts Veterinary Hospital; DCO Orthodontic Specialists; KerPro Cleaning Service; PA House of Representatives Majority Leader Matt Bradford; Pennsylvania Academy of Dance Arts.
2025-26 Sponsors: B.J. Kerper General Contractors, LLC; Creature Comforts Veterinary Hospital; DCO Orthodontic Specialists; KerPro Cleaning Service; PA House of Representatives Majority Leader Matt Bradford; Pennsylvania Academy of Dance Arts.
The Whitehall Elementary School Parent Faculty Club would like to thank our Local Business Sponsors for their generous support!
2025-26 Sponsors: B.J. Kerper General Contractors, LLC; Creature Comforts Veterinary Hospital; DCO Orthodontic Specialists; KerPro Cleaning Service; PA House of Representatives Majority Leader Matt Bradford; Pennsylvania Academy of Dance Arts.
2025-26 Sponsors: B.J. Kerper General Contractors, LLC; Creature Comforts Veterinary Hospital; DCO Orthodontic Specialists; KerPro Cleaning Service; PA House of Representatives Majority Leader Matt Bradford; Pennsylvania Academy of Dance Arts.
Whitehall elementary celebrated World Cultures Day with multiple performances. We enjoyed watching the Dutch folk dance by Mrs. McDonald's class, beautiful songs by our guest, Mr. Gabriel Esposito. We also enjoyed our special guests from NAHS, Unidad (Latino Leadership Club) and Sabor Latino Dance Crew.
Our students enjoyed tasting various bread kinds, as well as virtual field trips and read-alouds.
Fun was had by all. We learned a lot!
Our students enjoyed tasting various bread kinds, as well as virtual field trips and read-alouds.
Fun was had by all. We learned a lot!
A message from the NASD Dental Hygienist about the importance of taking care of children's baby teeth.
As I conduct dental screenings as part of NASD’s Dental Hygiene Services Program, I would like to focus on the importance of maintaining healthy baby teeth. Children develop their first set of teeth, most commonly called “Baby Teeth”, between the ages of 6 months and 3 years. These teeth are also referred to as primary, deciduous, or milk teeth. Between the ages of 5-7 years and again around 10-12 years old, children will lose their “baby teeth'', to allow for the growth of permanent or “adult teeth”.
It is a common myth that baby teeth are not important since they will eventually fall out. Children need these teeth to last for a total of six to ten years. Maintaining good oral health is extremely important, whether it be through the prevention of cavities, or when necessary treating any cavities to return to health.
The function of baby teeth is to allow children to chew their food and maintain proper nutrition for optimal health and growth. Teeth are necessary for speech and language development, and also contribute to aesthetics and give shape to our face.
Tooth decay is the number one reason for student absences and frequent visits to the school nurse. Students with dental pain are four times more likely to earn lower grades than healthier students since the pain and discomfort interferes with their ability to concentrate and learn. Untreated cavities not only can cause discomfort and pain, but can lead to infection that can spread throughout the body. When children are pain free & feel good about their smile, they are happy and confident!!
Amy Cleary, MEd, CSDH, RDH
acleary@nasd.k12.pa.us
As I conduct dental screenings as part of NASD’s Dental Hygiene Services Program, I would like to focus on the importance of maintaining healthy baby teeth. Children develop their first set of teeth, most commonly called “Baby Teeth”, between the ages of 6 months and 3 years. These teeth are also referred to as primary, deciduous, or milk teeth. Between the ages of 5-7 years and again around 10-12 years old, children will lose their “baby teeth'', to allow for the growth of permanent or “adult teeth”.
It is a common myth that baby teeth are not important since they will eventually fall out. Children need these teeth to last for a total of six to ten years. Maintaining good oral health is extremely important, whether it be through the prevention of cavities, or when necessary treating any cavities to return to health.
The function of baby teeth is to allow children to chew their food and maintain proper nutrition for optimal health and growth. Teeth are necessary for speech and language development, and also contribute to aesthetics and give shape to our face.
Tooth decay is the number one reason for student absences and frequent visits to the school nurse. Students with dental pain are four times more likely to earn lower grades than healthier students since the pain and discomfort interferes with their ability to concentrate and learn. Untreated cavities not only can cause discomfort and pain, but can lead to infection that can spread throughout the body. When children are pain free & feel good about their smile, they are happy and confident!!
Amy Cleary, MEd, CSDH, RDH
acleary@nasd.k12.pa.us
We had our 2nd Mystery Motivator of the year with 30 students. Students who were on our 200 board and all 10 spaces in their row were covered with pictures, got to play with playdough in the cafeteria. All of the students enjoyed themselves and played nicely together. Click the link below for photos.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/DHeoLvaNUGveJTy46
https://photos.app.goo.gl/DHeoLvaNUGveJTy46
Students from every grade were awarded a certificate for a free meal at Applebee's for being PAWSOME students in special areas…Keep up the PAWSOME work!
Each week a Golden Paw is awarded to a student in each grade for going above and beyond and that exemplifies the quality of the month. This month we focused on Citizenship. The students were rewarded with a medal, a prize, and due to a partnership with the Elmwood Park Zoo two free admission tickets to the zoo. Congratulations to our winners and a special thank you to the Elmwood Park Zoo.
