Dear Families,
Reminder: Today is the last day of school before winter break. School will reopen for a full day on Monday, January 5.
As 2025 comes to an end, I hope you will join me in celebrating our accomplishments this past year. Winter break is a great time to ask your child more about what they’ve been learning both in and out of the classroom. And as we look towards 2026 I invite you to set goals with your child on how they want to show up and set themselves up for success in 2026 and continue our tradition of empathy and curiosity.
In this spirit of community, I encourage you to be mindful and reflect on how you speak about other members of our community including teachers, other students, and parents, especially in situations where your child may overhear. Rumors cause tremendous emotional stress, and I encourage you (and your child) to be an upstander to end conversations that may unintentionally cause emotional distress to our students and families.
Please mark your calendars! In January CWS will have its two-week all-school celebration honoring the life and values of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. whose ideals Jean and I used to found CWS 32 years ago! On Thursday, January 15 and 22 at 5:30 pm we will host our annual MLK “Honoring the Dream” Celebration. This will happen over two evenings in the CWS auditorium. Classes will sing songs and perform skits that honor the memory of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Teachers will be sending more details home as they are confirmed.
While gathering in school is a welcome joy, unfortunately it can lead to the spread of illnesses. We have had many confirmed cases of Flu A and Strep amongst students – please keep an eye out for symptoms and seek medical treatment as needed.
Upcoming Dates:
Wishing you a restful break and a wonderful start to 2026.
Warmly,
Maria
