Whitesville Central School
Blue Jay By-Line December 2019/January 2020
FIRE
PREVENTION WEEK
WCS, Empowering Learners to Lead, Innovate and Communicate
Homecoming Dance
A message from Superintendent Emery...
Let’s talk sports, specifically basketball. Our Athletic Director, Mr. Rawady, works diligently to build a schedule for practices and games to fit our District’s needs and expectations. Our coaches spend countless hours practicing, scouting the competition and reflecting on their team’s play to grow our students to be the best they can be. Our student athletes give all they can to do their best while balancing schoolwork, home life, working and playing basketball. With that being said, let us support our school by coming to the games to lift up our AD, coaches and athletes! Let’s be LOUD, PROUD and POSITIVE in all we do and say at all WCS games! Thank you!
Our Senior Citizen Concert set for December 13th is growing! This year it will be our Senior Citizen and Grandparent Concert and Luncheon. If you have a grandchild in Kindergarten through 5th grade and/or a Whitesville Senior Citizen, please join us for a WCS magical treat. See the flyer in this By-Line for more information.
To keep up to date on what is happening at Whitesville Central School, please visit our website and follow up on Twitter.
From my family to yours, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Tammy M. Emery
A message from Principal McNeely...
Just a reminder as basketball season is here, please park in the marked parking spaces only. Fire lanes must be kept clear in both the entrance and exit in the front parking lot. Also, smoking and tobacco use is not allowed on school property.
Our elementary students are working on Self-Awareness and Self-Management to reduce stress and anxiety all while getting to know ourselves better. Ask them for some tips this holiday season! ☺ We also held a family dinner and movie night on November 8th. Thank you to everyone that came out and enjoyed the movie Brave with us.
The parent portal is now available with an app! Please check our website for instructions on how to get connected. We continue to offer the after school study hall for 6-12th grade students, from 3:15-4:15, Monday through Thursday. Any students in need of extra time for homework are encouraged to stay after to take advantage of this time.
Our students helped with Make a Difference Day in October raking leaves and washing windows! We are appreciative of our community and love being able to come together to give back. Your participation in this day helps us reinforce great work ethics in our future generations. Thank you, and we look forward to next year!
I am looking forward to seeing many of you at our upcoming basketball games, and holiday activities. Please stop by to say hello. WHITESVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL
2019-20 1st QUARTER
HIGH HONOR ROLL (95%+) Grade 12: Katelyn Barney, Naomi Buchholz, Chloe Norton, Sydney Tubbs Grade 11: Paige Chase, Caleb Cutler, Jessica Erdmann, Scott (Matt) Garis III, Jonathan Lewis, Ian Middaugh, Katelyn Pensyl, Rachel Jackson Grade 9: Kennedy Bledsoe, Gabriella Hall, Vanessa Hall, Aislinn Hamilton, Brynn Scholl Grade 8 Holden Matteson Grade 7: Eli Barney, Olivia Buchholz, Katrina Lewis, Graci Lewis-Ellison, Quinn Schultz
HONOR ROLL (90% - 94.99%) Grade 12: Karrie Button Grade 11: Hunter Bells, Serina Button, Colby Gaines, Brendal Jackson Grade 10: Zoey Lee, Gretta Tubbs, Randa Waite, Grade 8: Grace Fry, Debra Gullett. Wyatt Hamilton, Alexys Palmatier, Hannah Ritter Grade 7: Holden Elliott, Mia Kio, Jack Lee, Grade 6: Morrigan Hixson, Skyler Orpet, Kenton Shultz, Olivia Waters
MERIT ROLL (85% - 89.99%) Grade 12: Nicholas Billings, Brianne Cavanaugh, Mackinze Delill, Dominic Reisman, Robert Whitesell Grade 11: Christopher Gullett, Arianna Harrison, Jesse Pensyl, Chelsie Reisman Grade 10: Dylan Acor, Serena Ainsworth, Jordan Buchholz, Troy Cogar, Carter Coppini, Lucas Erdmann, Tyler Lewis, Spencer Mattison, Conner Phillips, Skylar Totten, Justin Waters Grade 9: Gavin Cutler, Kalin Elliott, Christopher Estep, Kaylee Hunt Grade 8: Nolen Smith Grade 7: Gage Hall, Bella Pepiciello, Oliver Smith Grade 6: Ciarra Delill, Matthew Ritter, Jozelyn Sutton
BOCES HONOR ROLL
HIGH HONOR HONOR Serina Button Carpentry and Construction Trades 1 Nicholas Billings Criminal Justice 2 Mackinze Delill Natural Resources 2 Andrew Boyd Welding Metal Fabrication 1 Jonathan Lewis Natural Resources 1 Kendra Stebbins Media Communications Tech 2 Brendal Jackson Criminal Justice 1 Thomas Dubois Natural Resources 2 Katelyn Pensyl Criminal Justice 1 Joshua Fugatt Natural Resources 2 Robert Whitesell Welding Metal Fabrication 2 Joseph Button Media Communications Tech 1 Jesse Pensyl Welding Metal Fabrication 1
EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING LIST
It is imperative that your child’s emergency contact information has been updated. Please be certain to keep your child(s) information updated. You are also encouraged to have a plan in place should students be dismissed early. When it is necessary to delay school opening, close school or dismiss early, the following TV and radio stations will be contacted:
Channel 7 TV WKBW AM Buffalo Channel 4 TV WIVB AM Buffalo 103.5 FM WJQZ, Wellsville 790 AM WLSV, Wellsville 101.9 FM WZKZ, Wellsville 95.7 FM WPIG, Olean 1450 AM WHDL, Olean 105.3 FM WKPQ, Hornell 1320 AM WHHO, Hornell 92.1 FM WCKR, Hornell 1480 AM WLEA, Hornell
SCHOOL COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS:
REMINDERS TO SENIORS Seniors are reminded to bring a copy of college acceptance letters and scholarship offers to the guidance office. Students and parents should apply for financial aid as soon as possible. You must complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be eligible to receive federal student aid. The FAFSA is also required for most state and institutional financial aid opportunities. Financial aid offices use information from the FAFSA to determine if you are eligible to receive federal student aid from grants, loans and work-study programs. You may file your FAFSA electronically at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
CLASS OF 2019 SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES Don’t miss out on these scholarships! If you are interested in learning more about these opportunities, please stop in the guidance office. January 10th - New York Credit Union Association Scholarship: The New York Credit Union Association awards scholarships to be paid jointly to the student and educational institution. The applicant must be a member in good standing of a New York credit union who meets all of the following criteria: a college-bound senior, attending college in the Fall of 2019, will be enrolled in either a two- or four-year college. Applications are available in the guidance office. January 28th - Western New York Safety Conference, Inc. Scholarship: The Board of the Western New York Safety Conference is offering college scholarships of up to $1,500 to qualified high school students. An essay on the importance of occupational safety & health is required. Applications are available in the guidance office. February 4th - Allegany County Area Foundation Dollars for Scholars: The Allegany County Area Foundation has renewed its affiliation with the Dollars for Scholars Program. All of the scholarship information and the online scholarship application may be found at: www.alleganycountyareafoundation.dollarsforscholars.org. February 31st - Elks Legacy Award: Eligibility requirements for this scholarship are: college-bound high school seniors who are the children or grandchildren of dues-paying Elks. Applicants will compete against other children and grandchildren from the state of their sponsoring Elks Lodge. The applicant will be judged on the core values of the Elks National Foundation: knowledge, charity, community service and integrity. For details, visit: enf.elks.org/leg. February 1 - Character Excellence Scholarship: The Character Council of WNY and Harvest Time Partners are pleased to offer $1,000 scholarships to college or trade school bound seniors who exemplify character in their daily lives. Students must be a current resident of Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, or Wyoming counties to be considered. For further information and applications, please visit: www.charactercouncilwny.org. February 1 - Young Women in Public Affairs Scholarship: This is a $1,000 scholarship awarded by the Zonta Club of Olean, NY. The program goal is to encourage more young women to participate in public affairs by recognizing a commitment to the volunteer sector, and dedication to the advancement of the status of women. Applications are available in the guidance office. February 15 - National Co-op Scholarship Program: To qualify for this scholarship program, students must: have a cumulative high school average of 90 or better, apply for admission for the 2019-2020 academic year at institution(s) you select on the scholarship application, and meet other merit scholarship criteria as established by the institution(s) selected on the application. To complete the application online, please visit: www.waceinc.org. March 10th – A-1 Auto Transport Annual Scholarship: Eligibility includes any current, full-time, part-time student of an accredited institute, must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. Applicants must write an essay/article to: [email protected] along with full name, contact info, and school they will be attending. See website for typical topics that essay could include. March 16 - ServU Smart Saver Award: ServU Credit Union Smart Savers Award is an award of $500. The applicant must be a graduating senior planning to attend a two- or four-year college in the Fall of 2019, GPA of 75-90%, and a ServU Credit Union member. Applications are available in the guidance office. If you are interested in learning more about these opportunities, please stop in the guidance office.
Whitesville Central School Health Office
I need to stay home from school if… I have a I am I have I have a I have an I have I have the fever vomiting diarrhea rash eye been to flu infection the Doctor/ hospital
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I am ready to go back to school when I am…
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If your child has strep throat or another bacterial infection (pink eye, skin infection, etc.), he/ she should stay home until the antibiotic has been given for at least 24 hours and your health care provider has given your child permission to return to school. We encourage you seek medical attention when your child is sick and to follow your health care provider’s recommendations about returning to school and other activities.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Joan Cobb RN (607-356-3301) X 230. We want to keep a safe and healthy environment for all of our students. Please keep your kids home if they have any of the problems above. Thank you.
It is hard to believe that we are halfway through November already. My first few months at WCS have been extremely enjoyable. In third grade we have been working hard on our curriculum. In math, we have become masters at multiplication, division, and telling time. Currently we are working on rounding numbers to the tens and hundreds place. In science, we are focusing on friction, force, mass, and gravity. Recently, the kids were put into two groups and were able to build their own roller coasters. Each group came up with their own design, planned it out, and then built it with their limited resources. At the end they tested their coaster with marbles to see if it worked; both groups were successful! During our ELA time, we have been learning about reading around the world. The class has really enjoyed learning about the different ways other countries access books. They couldn’t believe that some places use camels! We have also been working on writing a good, quality paragraph. The class is currently writing about the different countries and how they access their books. I am looking forward to all of the exciting things we have planned as we wrap up 2019 and head into 2020!
4th Grade ELA & Social Studies News: Fourth graders are becoming close readers – a lifelong skill. They are rereading text multiple times, using context clues to determine unfamiliar words, and annotating their thoughts, connections, and questions as they read. They are learning to take notes, and identify the main idea and supporting details in informational text. This is assisting students to make deeper connections with challenging material, assisting with their comprehension.
Students have been practicing these strategies with the 4th grade social studies content; an in-depth look into the Iroquois people. The Haudenosaunee, the term that the Iroquois refer to themselves as, have inhabited our area of the United States for more than 1,000 years. Six nations form their confederacy, with a strong belief that people should care for the earth and its creatures, live in peace, and give thanks to all things regularly. Thomas Jefferson actually used several of Haudenosaunee’s ideas as the foundation for writing parts of the U.S. Constitution.
Although this material seems old and so far from how we live today, many students have learned that these people have passed directly through Whitesville. Some students have discovered that they have family members that are part Mohawk or Seneca. And as US citizens, it is common knowledge that women have had to fight for their rights from the very beginning. As you can imagine it was pretty shocking to learn that the Iroquois have always believed that men and women should be treated fairly, share responsibilities and jobs, and that women should have voting rights. Hard to understand why more than 1,000 years later, an appreciation for earth, living in peace, and human equality are still being disputed.
5th Grade ELA & Social Studies News: Our fifth grade class has been learning to become close readers, just as the fourth grade. This skill will prepare our students to tackle the complex texts they will need to read and comprehend in the upper grades, college, and in the work force. Reading material multiple times, and making notations throughout the passages will help the students to question and clarify information that may be challenging at first.
To assist with this complex skill, we read several excerpts from the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, written by the United Nations in 1948. Students dissected various articles guaranteed to all humans without regard to gender, age, sex, culture, race, and economic status. They can identify when these rights are being upheld or challenged, and have been applying what they have learned to the novel Esperanza Rising. Although this historical fiction book takes place in the late 1920s-early 1930s, prior to the writing of the UDHR, they are making connections to the Mexican Revolution that was fought between the wealthy landowners and the poor/working-class people. The novel showcases a time in history when Mexican immigrants and migrant workers were populating California, the US suffered through the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl, and also the repatriation of Mexicans and Mexican-Americans to Mexico.
4th/5th Grade Math & Science Fourth grade has learned how to multiply large numbers, and we are currently learning strategies for division. In science, we have been studying the internal and external structures of plants and animals, and how those structures function to support survival, growth, and reproduction. We have crayfish and paper white bulbs in our classroom to guide our learning. It has been a fun unit! Soon we will begin our unit on processes that shape the Earth.
Fifth grade has learned how to multiply and divide with numbers to the thousandths place. We are finishing up with converting units of measurement. In science, fifth grade is studying rocks and minerals. We were able to observe the properties that help us identify rocks and minerals. We also learned about the processes that create sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks. This unit has a lot of hands on learning and that makes it more fun for everyone!
Middle/High School Social Studies and College Sociology News
Sixth Grade Social Studies The Sixth Grade is currently working on Ancient China. They have learned about some of the famous people and even made their own slat books. They learned that the slat books require a unique combination of dexterity and patience. Their next topic will be Ancient India. In this chapter, the students will explore the traditions and culture of this area of the world. We will also look at the different religions and each student will present a religion in a power point presentation.
Seventh Grade Social Studies The Seventh Grade has just ended with the Exploration and the beginnings of the English colonies. They especially were interested in why many of the colonies were founded by different countries in Europe. Next, they will learn about the thirteen original colonies. This will eventually lead to the United States Constitution and the in-depth study of the Bill of Rights. The Seventh Grade would also like to thank everyone that helped to make the pork barbecue a success. They will start the spell-a-thon in February. The Seventh Grade is looking forward to the annual Gettysburg trip.
Eighth Grade Social Studies The Eighth Grade is currently working on the Industry and Immigration. They have studied some of the entrepreneurs and also prepared catalogs dealing with inventions during this period. The students each prepared a power point on their inventions and presented to the class. They will end the chapter with a real-life scenario of negotiations between employers and employees. They also will get in-depth knowledge of immigration.
Twelfth Grade Social Studies- Participation in Government The Twelfth Grade has just completed chapters on political parties and voting. Each senior was required to pick a political party and present the platform of their party to the class. They also learned about the voting process in America from the founding of our nation to current times. We are currently studying the constitution and investigating the intent of this great document.
College Sociology (CCC) The class is currently studying crime and deviance in America. They have learned that there are many myths connected to crimes in America. The main questions are connected to the offenders and the victims of crimes. Many of the myths will be debunked which will give them valuable insight into crime and corrections in America.
High School History
Global 9 – Freshmen have been studying Early Civilizations in Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, and China. We have learned about the geography, culture, economy, religion, and accomplishments of each area. Most early civilizations begin in river valleys and develop when nomads discover agriculture and can set permanent civilizations. This leads to food surplus, which in turn leads to arts, literature, religion, weapons, architecture, political and economic structures. It is amazing to know that these ancient peoples developed knowledge of planets, surgery, a 365 ¼ day calendar, geometry , mummification and much more.
Global 10 – Sophomores began the year by studying the Enlightenment. This included all the major philosophers, their “new” ideas and how they impacted governments, art, music, literature, architecture, fashion, and more. A brief review of the American Revolution then led us to study the French Revolution in depth. We uncovered the causes, the three stages of the Revolution (including the Reign of Terror and the guillotine – yikes!), and the effects on France and all of Europe. And then comes Napoleon! We learned about how he rose to power, expanded his empire, what led to his defeat, and the lasting effects of his rule.
United States History – Juniors start the year studying Colonial America. This includes reasons people came to America, what it was like when they got here, and how they tried to make this new life their own. As the Colonists made their way in the New World, we learned about what led to the American Revolution, how the war was won and the new government that was inspired by it. Currently we are taking an in depth look at the Constitution and how it shapes our current government.
The Class of 2020 would like to THANK everyone for your support and patronage for this year’s Donation Auction! The money will be used for graduation expenses as well as, part of the Senior Class trip.
Notes from the WCS Music Department December 2019 – January 2020
*** MARK YOUR CALENDARS ***
December 6 PreK-5 Holiday Concert **6:00pm** December 11 6-12 Holiday Concert **6:00pm** December 13 WCS K-5 Grandparents & Senior Citizen’s Concert and Luncheon December 16 Concert Snow Date
December 18 Bizarre Bazaar January 17-18 ACSMA All-County Festival - Cuba Rush ford HS January 25 Rochester Broadway Theater League Performing ARTS Field Trip “Anastasia” ~ Jr. Chorus February 8-9 ACSMA Solo Festival - Fillmore CS March 6-7 ACSMA All-County Festival II March 20-21 ACSMA All-County Festival III April 24-25 NYSSMA Zone 15 Solo Festival May 4, 13, 18 Required Marching Band Rehearsals
May 25 Memorial Day Parade
Elementary Holiday Concert High School Holiday Concert December 6th @ **6:00 pm** Wednesday, December 11th @ **6:00 pm**
All students in grades Pre-K through 5th will Once again our **DRESS CODE** for Junior / Band be participating in this annual performance. We + Chorus = Black bottoms and White tops. hope you will join us to share some Holiday Gentlemen are also required to wear a tie. Senior Band sounds! Dress Code: Holiday dress up!! + Chorus = Black on Black
Please note: No jeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, etc. It Please remember to does get warm during the send in your empty concert so choose your attire personal computer accordingly. Also, remember printer INK the 5 “B’s” – no bellies, CARTRIDGES – bra/spaghetti straps, boxers, the Music Department is buttocks or bosoms should be exposed. recycling them as a fundraiser.
WCS Music Department Annual Bizarre Bazaar
Elementary students shop for YOUR family and friends for the Holidays - December 18, 2019
The WCS Music Department will once again be gratefully accepting donations for this very popular and successful fundraiser. We are asking our family and friends to set aside items as you clean out your closets, basements and attics. These items can be dropped off in the Music Room or please call 607-356-3301, ext. 341 if you need your items to be picked up. We thank everyone for your generosity and support of this great event to be held in December.
We are always in need of “Dad” and “Grandpa” type gift....
All proceeds from this fundraiser support student activities and field trips Sponsored by the WCS Music Dept.
Our WCS Music Students would like to thank EVERYONE who pitched in to help make our
5th Annual WCS Craft Art and Vendor Fair such a huge success!! Many Hands Make Light Work!! We could not sponsor this event without the help of soooo many people: Our WCS Family, our Whitesville Community and our Family & Friends!
Please mark your calendars for next year’s ------6th Annual WCS Craft, Art and Vendor ------Fair on October 24, 2020.
THANK YOU!
------Calling All WCS K-5 Grandparents & All Whitesville Senior Citizens
We cordially invite you to share in the Holiday Sounds of the Season Performed by our K-5 students and their HS friends And then Enjoy a Holiday Luncheon with our students Deliciously created by our Cafeteria Staff and friends
Friday, December 13, 2020 Concert: 11:15 Lunch 12:00
We hope to celebrate with you. Please complete the form below and return as soon as possible.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Name of Child(ren): ______# of Grandparents participating. RSVP is very important.
Please return reservation no later than November 29, 2019.
FARM TO SCHOOL PROGRAM
WCS is participating in a farm to school program this year where we strive to have 30 percent of our products grown and produced in New York State.
We, along with other schools, will have one day in which everything served is a New York State product, which was October 17th. Our ground beef is from a farm in Rexville, potatoes and vegetables will be from a Whitesville supplier, our daily milk is a NYS product, as well as our strawberries and blueberries. All products meet NYS inspection and requirements.
WCS would like to welcome our new youth mentor program coordinator, Marshall Green. Marshall brings with him years of experience in program development and involvement as both participant and facilitator in scouting and youth programs.
Marshall commented, “I am incredibly excited to be part of the Whitesville family and look forward to building upon, for many years to come, the amazing program (formally Big Brothers Big Sisters) my predecessor Erica has developed.” Currently the program has 18 participants (11 mentees and 7 mentors) and is looking to recruit four more high school mentors for the remainder of this school year.
Marshall resides in Wellsville with his four children and took on the role of Allegany County Site Coordinator this past October for the Youth Mentoring of the Southern Tier Program. Marshall currently oversees the programming at both Whitesville and Genesee Valley Central Schools.
The Youth Mentoring program is a NYS initiative that pairs grade school age children with older mentors (In Allegany County the mentees are paired with high school aged students). These matches meet once a week for planned programs and activities in which the mentor and mentee have an opportunity to grow and learn from each other in an engaging, positive, and encouraging environment.
Some of the programming scheduled for this year includes making scarves for children-in-need and creating large flower pots with landscaping décor to be places at the entrances of the school to help with beautification.
“It is through much of this programming that the kids will be Mentees and mentors painting pumpkins able to engage their community in a positive manner and see the during the programs Halloween party. fruits of their labor,” said Marshall. “This will also help build upon needed skills that will add to the student’s success as they become adults and head out into the world.” 2019-20 BASKETBALLL SCHEDULE DATE TEAM TIME OPPONENT DATE TEAM TIME OPPONENT 12-02-19 BJV 6:00PM Alfred Almond 01-16-20 BM 6:15PM Scio Central 12-02-19 BV 7:30PM Alfred Almond 01-16-20 BV 7:15PM Away vs. Jasper-Troupsburg 12-03-19 GV 6:00PM Fillmore Central 01-17-20 GV 6:00PM Away vs. Belfast Central 12-05-19 GV 6:00PM Avoca/Prattsburgh 01-18-20 GM 10:00AM Away vs. Cuba-Rushford 12-07-19 GM 10:00AM Andover 01-18-20 BM 11:15AM Away vs. Cuba-Rushford 12-07-19 BM 11:15AM Andover 01-21-20 BJV 4:30PM Away vs. Hinsdale Central 12-09-19 GV 6:00PM Hinsdale Central 01-21-20 GV 6:00PM Alfred Almond 12-10-19 GV 5:30PM Away vs. Houghton Academy 01-23-20 GV 6:00PM Houghton Academy 12-13-19 BJV 6:00PM Away vs. Andover 01-23-20 BV 7:30PM Houghton Academy 12-13-19 BV 7:30PM Away vs. Andover 01-25-20 BM 10:00AM Away vs. Friendship Central 12-14-19 GM 10:00AM Away vs. Bolivar Richburg 01-25-20 GM 11:15AM Away vs. Friendship Central 12-14-19 BM 11:15AM Away vs. Bolivar Richburg 01-27-20 BM 5:00PM Away vs. Houghton Academy 12-16-19 BV 6:00PM vs New Covenant Academy 01-27-20 BJV 6:00PM Away vs. Belfast Central 12-18-19 GV 6:00PM Away vs. Friendship Central 01-27-20 GV 6:00PM Andover 12-19-19 GV 6:00PM Away vs. Genesee Valley 01-27-20 BV 7:30PM Away vs. Belfast Central 12-27-19 BJV 2:30PM Away vs. Arkport-Canaseraga 01-29-20 GV 6:00PM Friendship Central 12-27-19 BV 5:45PM Away vs. Bradford Central 01-30-20 BJV 6:00PM Scio Central 12-28-19 BV TBD Away vs. TBD 01-30-20 BV 7:30PM Scio Central 12-28-19 BJV TBD TBD 01-31-20 GM 5:00PM Hinsdale Central 01-03-20 BJV 5:30PM Hammondsport Central 01-31-20 BM 6:15PM Hinsdale Central 01-03-20 BV 7:00PM Hammondsport Central 01-31-20 GV 7:30PM Away vs. Fillmore Central 01-06-20 BJV 5:45PM Away vs. Alfred Almond 02-01-20 GM 10:00AM Fillmore Central 01-06-20 BM 6:00PM Immaculate Conception 02-01-20 BM 11:15AM Fillmore Central 01-06-20 BV 7:15PM Away vs. Alfred Almond 02-03-20 GV 6:00PM Genesee Valley 01-07-20 GV 6:00PM Scio Central 02-04-20 GM 5:00PM Wellsville 01-08-20 BJV 6:00PM Jasper-Troupsburg Central 02-04-20 BJV 5:45PM Away vs. Avoca Central 01-08-20 BV 7:30PM Jasper-Troupsburg Central 02-04-20 BM 6:15PM Wellsville 01-09-20 GM 5:00PM Belfast Central 02-04-20 BV 7:15PM Away vs. Avoca Central 01-09-20 BM 6:15PM Belfast Central 02-06-20 BJV 6:00PM Belfast Central 01-10-20 BJV 6:00PM Friendship Central 02-06-20 GV 6:00PM Away vs. Alfred Almond 01-10-20 BV 7:30PM Friendship Central 02-06-20 BV 7:30PM Belfast Central 01-11-20 GM 10:00AM Away vs. Andover 02-07-20 GV 6:00PM Away vs. Scio Central 01-11-20 BM 11:15AM Away vs. Andover 02-10-20 BJV 6:00PM Away vs. Fillmore Central 01-13-20 BJV 6:00PM Away vs. Friendship Central 02-10-20 BV 7:30PM Away vs. Fillmore Central 01-13-20 GV 6:00PM Bolivar Richburg 02-11-20 GV 6:00PM Away vs. Andover 01-13-20 BV 7:30PM Away vs. Friendship Central 02-14-20 BV 6:00PM Away vs. Houghton Academy 01-14-20 BM 5:00PM Away vs. Genesee Valley 02-17-20 BJV 6:00PM Friendship Central 01-14-20 GM 6:15PM Away vs. Genesee Valley 02-17-20 BV 7:30PM Friendship Central 01-15-20 GV 7:15PM Away vs. Jasper-Troupsburg 02-18-20 GV 6:00PM Belfast Central 01-16-20 GM 5:00PM Scio Central 02-19-20 BJV 6:00PM Andover 01-16-20 BJV 5:45PM Away vs. Jasper-Troupsburg 02-19-20 BV 7:30PM Andover Dates & Times are subject to change. Updated schedules are available at www.whitesvillesd.org As the winter sports season begins, we encourage your continued support of Whitesville athletics. Your enthusiasm and passion for our Blue Jays is unrivaled. Please remember to be respectful to players, coaches, and officials and to keep cheering positive. We look forward to seeing you at our contests throughout the season. Go Blue Jays!!
The Dan Denner Memorial Wellness Center
Open for community use on: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 5:00 - 6:00 PM
This service is made possible by community volunteers who have first aid and CPR training, if you are ever interested in becoming a facilitator to open the center, please contact Tracey Waters at the school, [email protected] or (607) 356-3301, ext. 221.
Pep Rally Assembly
Blue Jay School Spirit
Save the Date:
Whitesville’s Bicentennial Celebration August 11, 2021 - August 15, 2021
Our next meetings will be held on Wed., December 4, 2019 and Wed., January 8 at 6:30 PM at the Fire Hall
Everyone is welcome to attend.
Motivational speaker, Ron James met with students in grades K-12 to share his story, passion and wisdom while discussing bullying, suicide, drugs, alcohol and other issues facing students.
Left: Right brain learning in Art class
Right: Third grade in Art class
Hurry! Order your yearbook before
January 31st 2020
Checks made payable to: The Wycenian This slip must be delivered with payment:
Student Name(s): ______
Parent/Guardian Name: ______
Quantity of books: _____ x $35.00 (Until 1-31-20) = ______(Total Enclosed)
Whitesville Public Library 500 Main St.; PO Box 158, 607-356-3645 www.whitesvillelibrary.org [email protected]
We would like to welcome Faye Shay as our new aide. She will be working on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Come in and welcome her to the library.
On Monday, October 14th Dave and Kathleen Jeffers were at the library to introduce Mrs. McDonald. Everyone had fun with their ducks, chickens and rabbits. Mrs. McDonald entertained us with stories and presented every child with a balloon animal.
About 100 children braved the weather and visited the library trick or treating. We hope you all enjoyed your books and sweet treats.
Thank you to everyone that attended our soup/salad sale on election day. We appreciate your support.
On November 11th we had our first Teddy Bear party. Attendees brought their favorite stuffed animal to the library and we had a party. Everyone enjoyed games, crafts and snacks.
Santa will be visiting Whitesville on December 13th at 6:00. The program will start at 6:00 pm in the fire hall with a magic show then the jolly elf will join us later. There will be face painting and snow cones for all. Armstrong Telephone will be providing refreshments. This program is free, but we do ask for those planning to attend to please let us know in advance so we have enough snacks for everyone.
Legos is cancelled for the month of December. The library will be closed on December 24th, 25th and January 1st.
GIFTS AND MEMORIALS In memory of Dorothy Carlosh: The Fashion Designer by Nancy Moser, Seven Brides for Seven Texas Rangers by various authors, For the Love of Horses by Amber H. Massey; In Memory of Walt Folts: Blindsided by Katy Lee, Dangerous Legacy by Valeries Hansen, Fractured Memory by Jordyn Redwood, Mirror Image by Laura Scott, Honor and Defend by Lynetter Eason, Small Town Justice by Valerie Hansen, In a Killer’s Sights by Sandra Robbins, Incriminating Evidence by Rachel Dylan, Ransom by TerriReed, Once Upon a Farm by Rory Feek, Mornings on Main by Jodi Thomas, Laughter in the Rain by Debbie Macomber given by Jane Folts; In memory of Jesse ParkMcMichael: The Gingerbread Man’s School Adventure by Sherri Maret given by Heather Wakeley The Library has purchased many new items. Thank you to community members who have generously donated new and gently used items. For a complete list stop by the library.
SAVE THESE DATES: December January Wednesday 4 Zen Coloring 1:00 Wednesday 1 Library Closed Tuesday 10 After School Time 3:30-4:30 Wednesday 8 Zen Coloring 1:00 Friday 13 Santa’s Visit 6:00 Tuesday 14 After School Time 3:30-4:30 Tuesday 17 Board Meeting 7:00 Tuesday 21 Board Meeting 7:00 Tuesday 24 Library Closed Tuesday 28 Library Legos + 3:30-4:30 Wednesday 25 Library Closed Mondays Mother Goose on the Loose 10:00 Teddy Trick or Treat Bear Party at the library
Mrs. McDonald
Scarecrow Painting
The girls’ varsity soccer team had another successful season. After losing 11 members from last year’s team, they returned a very young and inexperienced group. The girls were able to come together through their commitment and discipline. Their hard work paid off, as they finished the season with an impressive record of 12-3-3. They earned the #2 seed for the Section V Class D2 tournament and made it to the semifinals. The team was particularly strong defensively, allowing only 12 goals all season, which was tied for the 5th fewest amount of goals allowed in all of Section V (there were 96 teams in Section V). Kate Pensyl, Kendra Stebbins, Brianne Cavanaugh, and Zoey Lee were selected as Allegany County Division II All-Stars. This was Zoey’s first selection. Kendra and Brianne were selected to their second All-Star team. Kate made her third straight appearance on the All-Star team. Kendra and Brianne, the lone seniors on the team, were chosen to represent Whitesville and Allegany County in the Exceptional Senior game in which they performed exceptionally well. The team will greatly miss those two seniors next year, as they have been instrumental to the program’s success during their careers. With many returning players next year, the girls are looking forward to chance of having another successful season in 2020.
The boys’ varsity soccer team had an improved 2019 season. They increased their win total from last year by 3 games. They also scored more goals and conceded fewer goals than in 2018. Robert Whitesell and Tom DuBois, the Blue Jays only seniors, will be missed next year. The returning boys will continue to look to improve in 2020.
Blue Jay Cross-Country 2019 marked the first of hopefully many more to come for this new sport at WCS. This season had 2 modified runners and 1 varsity runner. All three of these athletes were new to the sport and worked hard all year to get in shape and gain experience in this new and exciting sport. The teams competed in many local meets running in various Steuben County venues and also competing in many large invitational meets such as the famous McQuaid Invitational which features as many as 250 schools from all over the USA and Canada. The team also competed in other invitational meets from Alexander to Allegany. These meets provided a wealth of experience for our athletes.
Aislinn Hamilton and Vanessa Hall made up the modified team and they improved greatly throughout the course of the season both Aislinn & Vanessa ran personal bests in consecutive meets to end the season on a high note. Our lone varsity runner was Junior Matt Garis. Matt has had some running experience competing in Indoor & Outdoor track as WCS’s “Team of One” for the past couple years.
Matt also improved throughout the season. He consistently finished in the top 10 in the regular season meets with the Steuben County teams. In the larger Invitational meets he also did well with a 3rd place finish at the Alfred University Invitational and a 9th place finish at the Midlakes Invitational. Matt finished his season with a 19th place finish among 75 runners at the Class D sectional meet at Midlakes.
Administration Whitesville Central School Non-Profit Org. Tammy Emery, Superintendent 692 Main Street Renee McNeely, Principal U.S. POSTAGE PAID Whitesville, NY 14897 Permit No. 7 Board of Education 607-356-3301 Whitesville, NY 14897 Jeffrey Erdmann, President www.whitesvillesd.org Jane Hall, Vice-President Monica Acomb Charles Cutler, Jr. POSTAL PATRON Volume 31 Issue No. 3 Scott Garis P.O. BOX STAR ROUTE By-Line Editor 14897 Tracey Waters
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Chess Club
1st Grade Apple Slime