April is National School Library Month! Read all about what's been happening in the WE Library! March Book Madness, Book Club field trip, Library Leaders, mustaches...and more!

There will not be a bake sale tomorrow as we have already sold out of all items! Thank you to the WE community for the support!

The votes were tallied, and as predicted, it was extremely close! Forty-nine students and their families outdid themselves by submitting entries in the Pringle Can Book Character contest sponsored by the WE Library! So. Much. Creativity. And hopefully, bonding by families over books! Thank you to all the students who participated in this fun activity!

Please read the attached message regarding the Wanamaker Food Pantry

🎉 Spring Dance Volunteers Needed! 🎉
Our Spring Dance is just around the corner, and we need YOUR help to make it an unforgettable night! 🌟 Whether you love greeting guests, selling raffle tickets, or decorating, there's a spot for you! We have the shift broken up into smaller sections so you can still enjoy the evening with you student!

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0F4AA9A622AAFBC61-55493299-spring

📍 Volunteer Opportunities Include:
✅ VIP & Front Door Monitors – Help check wristbands & welcome guests!
✅ Ticket & Admission Table – Collect payments and hand out wristbands!
✅ Photo Booth Monitor – Keep the fun rolling smoothly! 📸
✅ Raffle Monitor – Help guests get their tickets in for amazing prizes! 🎟️
✅ Decorating- Help us get the school ready for an awesome night!
✨ This event is a fundraiser, so every helping hand makes a difference!

It was a great day to be a WE Book Club member! Thank you, TSCPL, for the fabulous tour you gave us today! Our students loved getting a peek at the renovations that are happening and learning about ALL the different services and activities that are offered to EVERYONE! We even got to witness some behind-the-scenes action as well, seeing just what happens to those books after they are returned on the conveyor belt. Lunch in the Millenium Cafe and some time spent browsing the stacks and a bit of silent reading rounded out the day. What a treasure we have in our public library!

🤠🌸 Yeehaw! The Wanamaker Elementary Spring Dance is coming, and it's going to be a ROOTIN' TOOTIN' good time! 🌸🤠
Saddle up and mark your calendars, partner, because April 4th is the night we’re turning the gym into a wild west hoedown! 🐴💃🕺
🎶 Theme: Western/Cowboy – so put on your best boots, cowboy hats, and plaid shirts for a boot-scootin’ good time! Dinner will be pulleded pork nachos!🌵🤠
💥 Advance Ticket Sales are open NOW, but make sure to get your tickets by Friday, March 28th to guarantee your spot! You don’t want to miss out on the fun, games, and dancing! 🎟️✨
Flyers were sent home before Spring Break!

Three Wanamaker students competed in the K-3 category at the 2025 Kansas State Chess Championship, held on March 15th, 2025, at Emporia University.

The competition was fierce, with 59 students participating, each playing six one-hour matches. The combined efforts of the students contributed to this remarkable achievement for the school.

Kushaan Chaurasia (3rd Grade) won 2nd place individually in the K3 category, helping to secure the school’s overall 2nd place finish. Additionally, Jay Kamble (3rd Grade) placed 5th, and Pranith Reddy Mandapati (2nd Grade) finished 14th, further adding to the school’s success.

The results have been published on the official website: KSCA State Championship Standings. https://sites.google.com/view/ksca-state-25/home/pairings-standings/k-3-pairings?authuser=0
(see tab "K-3 Team Stand" for the team’s final stats and "K-3 Ind Stand" for individual standings and stats).

This accomplishment reflects the hard work, determination, and strong teamwork of all involved. Congratulations to all three students! Amazing job!