Council Grove Elementary School

SNOW DAY for Thursday, Jan. 9th

Dear Parents, We want to ensure the safety of all our students, and as part of our safety protocols, we require that parents or an authorized adult meet the bus at the afternoon stop for students in Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, 1st grade, or 2nd grade. The bus driver will not allow the child to exit the bus unless an adult or authorized individual is present at the stop. Additionally, children must be at least 8 years old to be allowed off the bus without an adult present. If a younger student has a sibling riding the bus, the sibling must be in 4th grade or higher to escort them home. No exceptions will be made to this policy. This is to ensure that all younger students arrive home safely. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in keeping our students safe. Thank you for your support!

Dear Western Heights Parents and Students, Happy New Year and welcome to the second semester of the school year! We invite all teachers back to work tomorrow for a Teacher Work Day. Students start back to school on Tuesday, January 7th. We're thrilled to have our students, teachers, and staff back in action, energized and ready to learn and grow together! This is always such an exciting time of year. Learning is in high gear and teachers and students are equally focused on making progress. Please make sure your child is present every day possible. Although we know that sickness likes to grab us when we are stuck indoors, we need the students at school anytime they are not running a fever or exhibiting excessive symptoms. Speaking of the weather...we also know this time of the year, weather plays into our schedule, so please stay weather aware and look for our communication on those days when travel may be an issue. Local media, social media, our website, and a message will be sent from the district to the phone number or email listed on your students enrollment information. As we dive into this semester, I want to highlight an important event coming up—the bond election on February 11th. This bond has the potential to greatly enhance our schools, addressing critical needs such as facility updates, classroom resources, and improved safety measures. It’s an exciting opportunity to invest in the future of our students and our community. To ensure everyone is informed, please visit https://bond-facts.com/2025WesternHeightsBond/ for detailed information about the bond proposal. It includes a breakdown of what’s included and how it will benefit our district. Your voice matters, and we encourage all eligible voters to participate in this decision that directly impacts our schools. Together, we can create an even stronger foundation for learning and success. Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our students. Here’s to an amazing second semester filled with achievement, collaboration, and community pride! If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out. Let’s make it a great semester! 😊 Dr. Brayden Savage

Happy New Year, Council Grove! Thank you to No Boundaries International for blessing our students and staff with stuffed animals and treats! You helped make 2024 a year to remember! https://www.facebook.com/@NoBoundariesInternational/?mibextid=ZbWKwL

As we say goodbye to 2024, we would like to wish our Council Grove family a safe and Happy New Year!!

🎄 Merry Christmas, Council Grove Families! 🎄 Today, as we celebrate the joy of the season, we are reminded of the incredible gift it is to be part of such a wonderful community. Your support, kindness, and commitment to our students make Council Grove more than a school—it’s a family. May your day be filled with love, laughter, and the magic that only this time of year can bring. From our Thunderbird family to yours, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🌟 Together, we soar. 🌟 https://youtu.be/pMXGaotHKt4?si=94oKS9xhqkTVoica

We had an amazing week with our students and wish you an awesome and relaxing christnas break. https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1AHWa2MqJT/

Our Council Grove students and staff had an amazing time bringing 'Candyland Christmas' to life! From sweet decorations to festive fun, our lobby was a true winter wonderland. The creativity and teamwork showcased the heart of our Council Grove community, making it a season to remember! https://youtu.be/j5ovCi23DWA?si=Zvdo727l0USRne5f

Underground Spirit Week continues at Council Grove Elementary. Last day tomorrow. Guess today’s theme in the comments 👇👇 #undergroundspiritweek #councilgroveelementary #ThunderbirdsSOAR https://www.facebook.com/share/r/19THjTgzW2/

Take a sneak peek at the exciting projects we have planned! This bond will help us invest in our student’s future with new learning spaces and upgraded facilities. ‘#JetsUnite, Soaring to Excellence’ means creating spaces that will allow our students, staff and community to thrive together.

WHHS Wrestling @ Lexington pt3

WHHS Wrestling @ Lexington

WHHS Wrestling @ Lexington pt2

Today, our PreK, Kindergarten, and First Grade Teachers received the gift of time. Their students enjoyed a break with popcorn and juice while watching The Polar Express.

Our teachers were treated to awesome treats to kick off the week. Donut and a coffee bar. Special shout out and big thank you to Polar Donuts (located at the corner of meridian and 10ths st) for donating the yummy donuts.

MS Bus 2 & 10 were combined today. This bus was involved in a minor fender-bender with no injuries and will be delayed in dropping students at home. This will also delay CG Bus 2 departure and drop-off. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

We had a fantastic Thunderbird Sparks Parent Support evening filled with food, fun, and learning! 🍝✨ After enjoying spaghetti and garlic bread, students played while parents joined informative sessions: 👩‍⚕️ Health & Policies Update — Nurse Elizabeth Davis shared important community health updates. 🧠 Understanding Behavior at Home — Elizabeth Sirk, our Behavior Interventionist, led a helpful discussion on addressing behaviors at home. 🤝 TBRI Strategies — Mr. Michael Phillips from Community Renewal introduced Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) to help every person feel seen, heard, and valued. 🎅 The night wrapped up with a special visit from Santa himself! A big thank you to our donors and the amazing volunteers from the Western Heights National Honor Society. 💙 ~~~~ 🌟 ¡Tuvimos una fantástica noche de apoyo para padres de Thunderbird Sparks llena de comida, diversión y aprendizaje! 🍝✨ Después de disfrutar de espagueti y pan de ajo, los estudiantes jugaron mientras los padres participaron en sesiones informativas: 👩‍⚕️ Actualización de Salud y Políticas — La enfermera Elizabeth Davis compartió importantes actualizaciones sobre la salud de la comunidad. 🧠 Comprendiendo el Comportamiento en Casa — Elizabeth Sirk, nuestra Intervencionista de Comportamiento, dirigió una útil discusión sobre cómo abordar los comportamientos en casa. 🤝 Estrategias TBRI — El Sr. Michael Phillips de Community Renewal presentó la Intervención Relacional Basada en la Confianza (TBRI) para ayudar a que cada persona se sienta vista, escuchada y valorada. 🎅 ¡La noche concluyó con una visita especial de Santa Claus! Un gran agradecimiento a nuestros donantes y a los increíbles voluntarios de la Sociedad Nacional de Honor de Western Heights. 💙 #ThunderbirdSparks #CommunityConnection #TBRI #FamilySupport #MakeEveryMinuteCount #ThunderbirdsSOAR

Thank you to Mr. Smalley from Stand for the Silent for coming to Council Grove today to speak with our 3rd & 4th grade students. #ThunderbirdsSOAR ##SoaringToNewHeights https://www.facebook.com/SFTSorg?mibextid=ZbWKwL

Happy Retirement to Ms. Carol our cafeteria manager. Thank you for serving the students of Western Heights for over 27 years. You will be missed. #ThunderbirdsSOAR

Happy Thanksgiving to our Council Grove family! We are so thankful for all of our students and their families, past and present!