Willard eNews - March 28, 2023
Please click on the links below for important information and upcoming events.
Willard Notices
Our author visit with Hena Khan has been rescheduled to Wednesday, April 12th due to illness. All of the books ordered will be delivered to students after they are signed by the author on April 12th.
If anyone has an orange Willard lanyard at home, please return it to the main office. Thank you.
Willard Lego Robotics Spring Session
Chess Club
HSA
Some important HSA info:
THIS WEEK
- 3/28 - International Fair - Join us for a special evening presentation from 5-7pm. Click HERE to see the schedule of events for the evening portion - you won't want to miss any of this special event!
- 3/30 - Teacher's Breakfast before the Break, sponsored by the HSA
SAVE THE DATE
The Willard Parents Spring Social will be here soon! Be sure to Save the Date! Join us on Friday, May 19th, from 7-10pm. Click HERE to view your invitation. Tickets will go on sale after Spring Break.
LAST CHANCE
- YEARBOOK TRIBUTESCelebrate your student's achievements (i.e. 5th grade promotion, first year at Willard, club participation, etc.) with a personal tribute that will be printed at the end of the yearbook. Due 3/31
- YEARBOOK As a reminder, all dues paying families will receive (1) yearbook for EVERY student attending Willard. (For example, if you have 3 students at Willard and paid dues, your family will receive 3 yearbooks.) If you would like any additional copies of the yearbook -OR- did not pay your dues, please use link to purchase 2022-23 yearbooks. Due 3/31
MARK YOUR CALENDAR - APRIL
- 4/3 thru 4/7 - NO SCHOOL, Spring Recess
- 4/10-14 - Willard Wellness Week
- 4/11 - HSA Public Board Mtg, 1:30pm
- 4/14 - 2nd Grade Concert, 9:00am
- 4/14 - Grade 5 Assembly: Mater Kalm
- 4/15 - Willard Day at Yankee Stadium (SOLD OUT)
- 4/17 thru 4/19 - Spring Book Fair
- 4/21 - NO SCHOOL, Eid al-Fitr
- 4/23 - Ridgewood Daffodil Festival and Earth Day Fair, Van Neste
- 4/24 thru 4/28 - PE Parent Play Week
- 4/25 - Grade 2 Assembly: Eyes of the Wild, 9 & 10am
- 4/27 - 5th Grade Talent Show, 7pm (please note new date)
THE MORE YOU KNOW
Community
S.T.E.M. Crime Scene Investigation
LSHSA "Take It & Bake It"
Chess Instructional Program
7th & 8th Grade Social
FOM - Young Musicians Showcase
Community School - Summer Brochure
Willard eNews - March 21, 2023
Please click on the links below for important information and upcoming events.
Willard Notices
Our author visit with Hena Khan has been rescheduled to Wednesday, April 12th due to illness. All of the books ordered will be delivered to students after they are signed by the author on April 12th.
If anyone has an orange Willard lanyard at home, please return it to the main office. Thank you.
Chess Club
Kindergarten Registration
HSA
Some important HSA info:
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
March
- 3/24 - 5th Grade Circus - Family & Friends Show, 7pm
- 3/28 - International Fair - students will visit the fair during the day and families are welcome to join us for a special evening presentation from 5-7pm (please note new times)
- 3/30 - Teacher's Breakfast before the Break, sponsored by the HSA
April
- 4/3 thru 4/7 - NO SCHOOL, Spring Recess
- 4/11 - HSA Public Board Mtg, 1:30pm
- 4/14 - 2nd Grade Concert, 9:00am
- 4/14 - Grade 5 Assembly: Mater Kalm
- 4/15 - Willard Day at Yankee Stadium (SOLD OUT)
- 4/17 thru 4/19 - Spring Book Fair
- 4/21 - NO SCHOOL, Eid al-Fitr
- 4/23 - Earth Day Celebration at Van Neste Square
- 4/24 thru 4/28 - PE Parent Play Week
- 4/25 - Grade 2 Assembly: Eyes of the Wild, 9 & 10am
- 4/27 - 5th Grade Talent Show, 7pm (please note new date)
THE MORE YOU KNOW
Community
RHS Girls Basketball Fundraiser
Leap Chef Training
Community School - Summer Brochure
Willard eNews - March 14, 2023
Please click on the links below for important information and upcoming events.
Willard Notices
Our author visit with Hena Khan has been rescheduled to Wednesday, April 12th due to illness. All of the books ordered will be delivered to students after they are signed by the author on April 12th.
If anyone has an orange Willard lanyard at home, please return it to the main office. Thank you.
Kindergarten Registration
HSA
Some important HSA info:
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
March
- Spring Art Docent Month
- 3/16 - Kindergarten Assembly: Rizzo’s, 2:00pm
- 3/17 - St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, Students are encouraged (not required) to wear GREEN
- 3/20 thru 3/24 - Circus PE Week
- 3/21 - All School Assembly: Earth Day/Recycling, Pending
- 3/24 - 5th Grade Circus (Day Show + Parent Show 7pm)
- 3/28 - International Fair (all day + 6-8pm evening)
- 3/31 - Teacher Appreciation: Breakfast before the Break
April
THE MORE YOU KNOW
- Willard HSA Website
- Willard Store - Online orders will be sent home with students - Please allow for processing/fulfillment time
- YEARBOOK TRIBUTES Celebrate your student's achievements (i.e. 5th grade promotion, first year at Willard, club participation, etc.) with a personal tribute that will be printed at the end of the yearbook. Due 3/31
- YEARBOOK As a reminder, all dues paying families will receive (1) yearbook for EVERY student attending Willard. (For example, if you have 3 students at Willard and paid dues, your family will receive 3 yearbooks.) If you would like any additional copies of the yearbook -OR- did not pay your dues, please use link to purchase 2022-23 yearbooks. Due 3/31
- Willard BIRTHDAY BOOK Program
- Willard DEI
- Willard Dads Club
- GroupSpot for Willard - Join us on the app to stay up to date on all things Willard
- Willard Business Directory
- MINTED.COM Freeraiser save 20% year round by using our unique code
- RW District - use link to access livestream BoE meetings
Community
RHS Girls Basketball Fundraiser
Librarycon Itinerary
Leap Chef Training
Community School - Summer Brochure
Willard eNews - March 7, 2023
Please click on the links below for important information and upcoming events.
Willard Notices
Our author visit with Hena Khan has been rescheduled to Wednesday, April 12th due to illness. All of the books ordered will be delivered to students after they are signed by the author on April 12th.
If anyone has an orange Willard lanyard at home, please return it to the main office. Thank you.
Is your child missing a water bottle? sweatshirt? lunch bag? Our Lost and Found bin is overflowing! Please encourage your child to check out the Lost and Found in the lunchroom for missing items. Labeling items with your child's name is also helpful. If not picked up by March 10, clothes will be donated and misc. items will be discarded.
Kindergarten Registration
HSA
Some important HSA info:
The HSA is proud to sponsor an all-school assembly on Friday, March 10. Hip Hop Fundamentals is an award-winning team of diverse professional Breakdancers dedicated to Hip Hop Education. This incredible company uses Arts Integration to blend academic and social content with the world's most dynamic dance form. They are committed to honoring the Black cultural roots of Hip Hop by upholding traditions and teaching diversity.
Reminder: There is NO SCHOOL next Monday, March 13.
DUE: Friday, March 10th
WILLARD INTERNATIONAL DAY will be held on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. This year's theme is EXPLORING THE WORLD. You can also choose from a number of subthemes, or pick your own. Have fun and come explore the world and share with the entire Willard Community! During the school day, students will visit the auditorium to tour displays about different fascinating places around the world. In the evening, families are welcome from 5-7pm to sample food and enjoy international performances. Click HERE to sign up before March 10.
Tickets for WILLARD DAY @ YANKEE STADIUM (April 15) are almost SOLD OUT! We have moved up the closing date for sales to March 10. If you are interested in joining us, please be sure to purchase tickets HERE, before our designated section is full. Click HERE for additional info.
Last week you received an email from the Willard NOMINATING COMMITTEE, looking to fill Executive Board vacancies for the 2023-2024 school year. If you would like to volunteer for a Board position or nominate someone that you think would be a good candidate, please reference that email for additional information regarding the following open positions:
- Vice President (1 year commitment)
- Assistant Fundraising Chairperson (2 commitment, 2nd year is Fundraising Chairperson)
- Assistant Treasurer (2 year commitment, 2nd year is Treasurer)
- Assistant Development Chairperson (2 year commitment, 2nd year is Development Chairperson)
- HSA Board of Trustees, Member at Large (1 year commitment)
ATTN: 5th GRADE PARENTS
George Washington Middle School Store is open and is stocked with new merchandise for 2023. If you are interested in purchasing a gift to celebrate your student's upcoming promotion to GWMS, please click HERE.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
March
- Spring Art Docent Month
- 3/10 - All School Assembly: Hip Hop Fundamentals, 9 & 10am
- 3/13 - NO SCHOOL, PDD
- 3/16 - Kindergarten Assembly: Rizzo’s, 2:00pm
- 3/17 - St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
- 3/20 thru 3/24 - Circus PE Week
- 3/21 - All School Assembly: Earth Day/Recycling, Pending
- 3/24 - 5th Grade Circus (Day Show + Parent Show 7pm)
- 3/28 - International Fair (all day + 6-8pm evening)
- 3/31 - Teacher Appreciation: Breakfast before the Break
THE MORE YOU KNOW
- Willard HSA Website
- Willard Store - Online orders will be sent home with students - Please allow for processing/fulfillment time
- YEARBOOK TRIBUTESCelebrate your student's achievements (i.e. 5th grade promotion, first year at Willard, club participation, etc.) with a personal tribute that will be printed at the end of the yearbook. Due 3/31
- YEARBOOK As a reminder, all dues paying families will receive (1) yearbook for EVERY student attending Willard. (For example, if you have 3 students at Willard and paid dues, your family will receive 3 yearbooks.) If you would like any additional copies of the yearbook -OR- did not pay your dues, please use link to purchase 2022-23 yearbooks. Due 3/31
- Willard BIRTHDAY BOOK Program
- Willard DEI
- Willard Dads Club
- GroupSpot for Willard - Join us on the app to stay up to date on all things Willard
- Willard Business Directory
- MINTED.COM Freeraiser save 20% year round by using our unique code
- RW District - use link to access livestream BoE meetings
Community
RHS Girls Basketball Fundraiser
Librarycon Itinerary
Leap Chef Training
Community School - Summer Brochure
Willard eNews - March 1, 2023
Please click on the links below for important information and upcoming events.
Willard Notices
Is your child missing a water bottle? sweatshirt? lunch bag? Our Lost and Found bin is overflowing! Please encourage your child to check out the Lost and Found in the lunchroom for missing items. Labeling items with your child's name is also helpful. If not picked up by March 10, clothes will be donated and misc. items will be discarded.
Kindergarten Registration
HSA
Some important HSA info:
SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAY is celebrating its 35th year in Ridgewood, this Saturday, March 4. This incredible family friendly event is back LIVE and in person at Ridgewood High School AND has so much to offer! Admission is free. Visit www.supersciencesaturday.org to learn more!
DON'T FORGET
READING MARATHON
You've tracked for the Reading Marathon all month long and now it's time to SUBMIT YOUR READING! Teachers will not be collecting paper forms or reading logs. Parents can submit reading online at www.friendsrpl.org/readingmarathon by Sunday, March 5 to earn a free Ben & Jerry's ice cream. Please be sure to submit one form per child so that each child receives a coupon. Donations to Reading Marathon can be made online when you submit your form & each donation of $25 will receive a personalized bookplate in a new Ridgewood Public Library book. While donations are not necessary to participate, they are very much appreciated and help to fund programs such as story times, author visits, cooking classes, book clubs, free museum passes and much more.
WILLARD INTERNATIONAL DAY will be held on Tuesday March 28, 2023. This year's theme is EXPLORING THE WORLD. You can also choose from a number of subthemes, or pick your own. Have fun and come explore the world and share with the entire Willard Community! During the school day, students will visit the auditorium to tour displays about different fascinating places around the world. In the evening, families are welcome from 5-7pm to sample food and enjoy international performances. Click HERE to sign up before March 10.
WILLARD DAD'S CLUB is planning to host a kick-off event this Spring. If you are interested in learning more about the club, please sign-up HERE to stay up to date on all upcoming events/gatherings. Sign up due by March 1, in order to be added to the March event invitation.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
March
- Spring Art Docent Month
- 3/3 - Willard Spirit Day - Show your school/town spirit by wearing your Willard/Ridgewood clothing -OR- Anything Green/Maroon. Go Panthers!
- 3/4 - Super Science Saturday
- 3/6 - Bingo LIVE, 6:30pm (Doors for ticketed patrons open at 6:15pm)
- 3/7 - Bingo LIVE, 6:30pm (Doors for ticketed patrons open at 6:15pm)
- 3/10 - All School Assembly: Hip Hop Fundamentals, 9 & 10am
- 3/13 - NO SCHOOL, PDD
- 3/16 - Kindergarten Assembly: Rizzo’s, 2:00pm
- 3/17 - St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
- 3/20 thru 3/24 - Circus PE Week
- 3/21 - All School Assembly: Earth Day/Recycling, Pending
- 3/24 - 5th Grade Circus (Day Show + Parent Show 7pm)
- 3/28 - International Fair (all day + 6-8pm evening)
- 3/31 - Teacher Appreciation: Breakfast before the Break
THE MORE YOU KNOW
- Willard HSA Website
- Willard Store - Online orders will be sent home with students - Please allow for processing/fulfillment time
- YEARBOOK TRIBUTESCelebrate your student's achievements (i.e. 5th grade promotion, first year at Willard, club participation, etc.) with a personal tribute that will be printed at the end of the yearbook. Due 3/31
- YEARBOOK As a reminder, all dues paying families will receive (1) yearbook for EVERY student attending Willard. (For example, if you have 3 students at Willard and paid dues, your family will receive 3 yearbooks.) If you would like any additional copies of the yearbook -OR- did not pay your dues, please use link to purchase 2022-23 yearbooks. Due 3/31
- Willard BIRTHDAY BOOK Program
- WILLARD DAY @ YANKEE STADIUM (April 15) is almost SOLD OUT! We have moved up the closing date for sales to March 10.
- Willard DEI
- GroupSpot for Willard - Join us on the app to stay up to date on all things Willard
- Willard Business Directory
- MINTED.COM Freeraiser save 20% year round by using our unique code
Community
5th Grade Art Contest
Super Science Saturday
RBSA Opening Day Parade