11/22/2024 ZWMS Parent Newsletter

Happy Friday! Please take time to read all the way through, as there are several new announcements.

To order, call 317-560-4657 (mention ZWest PTO); order online (use promo code "GIVE"); or order in person at Whitestown City BBQ (mention ZWPTO when ordering).

Last Chance for The ZWest Fall Art Contest!

  • Contest is open to all students, all grades. See Mr. Z in Room 403 for details.
  • A winner and runner-up will be chosen from each grade, and winning artworks will be framed and placed in the permanent gallery around the school.
  • All artwork is due back to Mr. Z by Wednesday, December 4th.

Last Chance for Current Lost & Found!

  • Please encourage your student(s) to check the back of West Hall for lost items.
  • If you are attending a concert or sporting event, (or dropping off/picking up for a practice) please look at the racks to re-claim anything that belongs at your house.
  • Any items remaining after school on Wednesday, November 26th, will be donated to a local shelter.

2025 ZWMS Science Fair

  • We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a Science and Engineering Fair on Thursday, January 30, 2025. If your student likes inquiry and STEM, consider participating in this year’s Science and Engineering Fair.
  • All grade levels are welcome and encouraged to enter. Students can enter alone or with a partner. Siblings in different grade levels are also welcome and encouraged to work together to participate.
  • Students who are interested may pick up a permission slip in the front office, or from Mrs. Evans in Room 614. Completed forms are due to Mrs. Evans by Tuesday, November 26th.

Favorite Things!

  • Have you ever wondered what the ZWest Teachers, Staff and Bus Drivers favorite snack, gift card or supply might be? There is now a place to find all of those things and more!
  • This is perfect for the upcoming Holidays, Birthdays or just away to say Thank-You with a special treat.
  • Take the guess work out and Click the link: ZWest Teacher/Staff/Bus Drivers 2024-2025

Mark Your Calendars

  • 11/26 - Last Day for current Lost & Found
  • 11/27-11/29 - Thanksgiving Break
  • 12/2 - School Resumes
  • 12/3 - Dine for Dollars at City BBQ
  • 12/2-12/4 - Musical Auditions (4-7pm)
  • 12/6 - PTO Ice Cream Sales at lunches
  • 12/9 - ZCS Board Meeting, 6pm at ESC
  • 12/9 - 7th/8th Grade Orchestra Concert, 7pm
  • 12/10 - 5th/6th Grade Orchestra Concert, 7pm
  • 12/10-12/11 - NWEA Testing
  • 12/11 - IA Appreciation Day
  • 12/11 - 7th/8th Grade Band/Jazz Band Concert, 7pm
  • 12/12 - 5th/6th Grade Band Concert, 7pm
  • 12/17 - 5th/8th Grade Choir Concert, 7pm
  • 12/18 - 6th/7th Grade Choir Concert, 7pm
  • 12/18 - Great on the 8's (8th graders wear class shirt to school)
  • 12/23-1/3/25 - School Break

2024-2025 Yearbook Information

  • The current purchase price is $45, through the end of January. As of February 1st, the price will increase to $50.
  • Engraved nameplates are an additional cost.
  • If you have any sport or club photos to share, you can upload them on the "e-share" link below. The code for this is zwest.

Ticket Info for Sporting Events

Laptop Info for the 2024-2025 School Year

  • All grades (5-8) will be provided a school-issued Chromebook for their 1:1 device for the 24-25 school year. For more information, visit the website here.
  • School Device Coverage info HERE.
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