Emerson Elementary

Lifetouch will be at Emerson tomorrow for Picture Retake Day.

Picture retake day is November 13. If your child missed picture day or you would like your child to participate in retakes, please plan accordingly.

We would love to hear from you! Share feedback on the 2025-2026 proposed school year calendar. https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/upcoming-school-year-calendar-proposal

Halloween Parade at Emerson School Thursday, October 31, 2024 K/1 @ 1:40 2/3 @ 1:50 4/5 @ 2:00 The Emerson School Halloween Parade is right around the corner! This year’s parade will be organized in a manner that is safe and fun! GENERAL PROCEDURES: -Visitors may begin arriving at 1:30 and will report directly to the track. Please line the outside of the track. -Children are to bring their costumes in their backpack we will assist them with putting them on as needed before walking to the track. Please, no face paint or full-face masks. Please make sure your child wears something that allows their costume to go over it. -Please keep small pieces to costumes at home so that they do not get lost. Accessories that include a knife, gun, or other weapon are not permitted at school. -Each grade will make one lap around the track and then they will watch the other grades before making the final lap with all students. -You are welcome to take photos during the parade. Please be aware of children in the background when posting photos on social media. We do have children that do not have permission to be posted on social media for safety reasons. Dismissal: -Once students complete the final lap, they will return to their classroom to gather their backpacks. If you wish to take your child with you after the parade, please send a note with them letting the staff know and meet them in the designated dismissal area listed below. -Each grade will dismiss from the doors listed below. School staff will be at each door to help. Please keep in mind that the buses arrive at 2:30 and regular dismissal starts at 2:40. It is helpful for us to do our best to complete the parade dismissal prior to 2:40. Children not picked up will go home as normal. Kindergarten: Door 14 (beside the Kg Classrooms) 1st Grade: Door 3 (backside of the school) 2nd Grade: Door 3 (backside of the school) 3rd Grade: Door 2 4th Grade: Door 2 5th Grade: Door 2

Emerson families, Don't forget that our PTA is hosting a Trunk or Treat in the back parking lot this evening from 5-6 p.m. Student can wear their cool costumes and receive treats from staff and PTA members! For those setting up trunks, you can start arriving at 4:30 p.m. Thank you.

Emerson Elementary Title I is hosting Halloween STEAM Night on Tuesday, October 22 from 5:30-7. Please come join us for some SPOOKtacular fun!

Mark your calendars ! Picture retake day is November 13!

We are excited to share a special video that showcases the excellence, dedication, and pride within our Wood County Schools community. This video highlights the incredible work of our teachers, coaches, staff, and students, and reflects our commitment to providing a high-quality education for every child. Thank you for being part of our amazing district! Watch the video: https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/wcs-shines

Hello, Emerson Elementary PTA will meet tomorrow Thursday October 10th at 3:00. All staff and guardians are welcome to attend. We look forward to see you.

This month's PTA meeting has been postponed until Thursday at 3 p.m. All parents and staff are welcome to attend.

Good afternoon Emerson parents. Student photos are being sent home today. Please be sure to check your child's backpack. Thank you.

Please make sure your student is at school on time daily. Please see this flyer for more information on our drop off procedures.

Just a reminder that Picture day is tomorrow. Parents can order photos online at mylifetouch.com using code EVTXB4CSD.

Good afternoon Emerson Families. Photo order forms were sent home Friday. If you did not receive your child's order form, you can place your order online through Lifetouch or stop in to pick up a form. Thank you.

"Missing Matters Attendance Counts" The Emerson Elementary morning meeting starts at 7:50 a.m. Be sure your child doesn't miss it! Our side door closes at 8 a.m. All students who arrive after 8 a.m. must be brought to the main doors and signed in. Thank you for helping us get the day started right here at Emerson!

School picture day is September 25. Parents can order photos online at mylifetouch.com using code EVTXB4CSD. Forms will also be coming home in the near future.

Emerson Families, For the safety of all students, once a child is released by their teacher he/she needs to remain with the pickup person at all times. Younger siblings also should remain with an adult and families should move away from the school building to allow for proper space for our teachers to dismiss. Please refrain from climbing on the handrails and fence and allow adequate space around the steps and vehicles. Please park and come to the dismissal area as we can not release students to walk through the parking lot unattended. We are also asking to keep pets away from dismissal. Thank you for helping to keep dismissal and all of our students safe.

Dear Wood County Schools’ families: Thank you for your courage, patience, and understanding this week as our school personnel and law enforcement agencies worked together to keep our schools safe. We are fortunate for the relationship between our school system and law enforcement. Wood County Schools would like to express gratitude and appreciation for the law enforcement agencies throughout our county and state who provided support to Wood County Schools this week. Thank you to the Parkersburg Police Department, Wood County Sheriff’s Department, Vienna Police Department, Williamstown Police Department, and the Capitol Police. -- Christie M. Willis -- Superintendent

Wood County Schools is aware of an online threat targeting various school systems across West Virginia. We take every threat seriously and are actively monitoring the situation. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, and we are working closely with local law enforcement to ensure that all necessary precautions are taken. We will continue to keep our community informed as we gather more information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Please see this flyer for more information about our attendance policy.