West Elementary School has successfully educated students for 70 years, but the school presents a long list off facility challenges that include:
➡️Outdated heating systems and window air conditioners
➡️Dated and damaged floors, fixtures, and furnishings
➡️Aging windows prone to leaks with many lacking screens
➡️Old plumbing and hardware that’s difficult to repair
➡️Narrow hallways and doorways that don’t meet modern standards
➡️Poor configurations and insufficient storage
➡️Music education taught in a portable building placed in the 1970s as a “temporary” solution
There are also issues related to student safety, parking, and site drainage. Having to make such improvements while students are attending West would also cause dramatic interruptions to learning.
On Tuesday, November 5, ECSD voters will consider a $29.75 million bond referendum that would provide funds to construct a new elementary school and provide our youngest learners with more resources and opportunities.
Project details and answers to FAQs: https://www.emmetsburgbond.org.
Congratulations to our Students of the Week at West!🌟They have been rocking their E-Hawk pride during homecoming week. Thank you to Rooney's Auto and Tire Center for sponsoring the donuts from Casey's!
All Emmetsburg schools will have a two-hour early dismissal on Friday, September 27. ⏰
Today is National Teacher Assistants’ Day! 🙌
We want to thank those who help out our teachers and provide support to students. We appreciate all you do!
The Volleyball game at East Sac, tonight, is partially cashless. Preourchase tickets on Bound or use cash. There will NOT be a card reader at the card.
Registered voters who reside in the Emmetsburg Community School District can request a mailed absentee ballot for the November 5 election from the Palo Alto County Auditor’s Office.
On the ballot is a bond referendum for ECSD. More voting information and the details about how an approved bond would support our youngest students is available at https://www.emmetsburgbond.org.
We all have an important role to play when it comes to school safety! Remember, if you see something, say something.
Report any safety concerns to a staff member right away. You can also submit an anonymous report here: https://safeandsoundiowa.gov
E-hawk Esports SSBU Match Today!! Here is a link to watch the action! (Be aware, we are having some sound issues, but we are working to fix them!) You can also type in E-hawk Esports to find us!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-YTrct92Bw
Compared to elementary schools throughout our region, West Elementary has the highest number of students per acre attending a single-story building.
According to CMBA Architects, West has an average of 85.56 students per acre. The only elementary schools with a higher average are the two-story facilities in Pocahontas (114.79) and Okoboji (92).
Alta Elementary (72.86), Demoney Elementary in Estherville (58.43), Storm Lake Elementary (56.61) and Bryant Elementary in Algona (41.30) all have lower averages than West. The number of students per acre recommended in the state school building handbook is 37.51.
Find more information about the bond referendum on the November 5 ballot and our proposal to build a new elementary school: https://www.emmetsburgbond.org
Here are just a few of the fun activities happening this week for Homecoming! 🎉
It's Homecoming Week!! We kick off today with Pajama Day and tomorrow is Character Day. A reminder that picture retakes will happen tomorrow morning at the Middle School and High School. Good Luck tonight to our Cross Country Teams in Humboldt, JV Volleyball at the Twin Lakes Conference meet at Southeast Valley and JV Football at Eagle Grove.
REMINDER: Picture Re-take Day for Middle School and High School is tomorrow! 📸
Tailgate Meal at the Football Game on Friday Night. Look for more event posts thoughout the week. It's Homecoming Week in Emmetsburg!!!
1A District Football, Emmetsburg E-Hawks at East Sac County will be on both Y 100.1 and HudlTV
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/emmetsburg/organization/14421/emmetsburg-high-school/watch?b=QnJvYWRjYXN0MTA4NTE0OA%3D%3D
Emmetsburg Sophomores-Seniors had the opportunity to attend a Career & Technical Education Exploration Day at Iowa Lakes Community College! Students had a hands on learning experience in the areas of Automotive Technology, Boat & Watercraft Tech, Construction Technology, Farm Equipment & Diesel Technology, Power-sports & Power Equipment Technology, & Welding Technology!
Thanks for the learning opportunity, Iowa Lakes!
West Elementary Dress Up Days for Homecoming Week! 🎉
Congratulations to our West Elementary Students of the Week!🎉 They set an amazing example for their peers, and we couldn't be more proud!🌟 A huge thank you to Rooney's Auto and Tire Center for sponsoring the donuts from Casey's!
IMPORTANT: Students will be dismissed two hours early on Friday, September 20. ⏰
Middle School & High School Dress Up Days for Homecoming Week! 🎉
Information for the Football game vs. East Sac County for this Friday at Wall Lake Athletic Complex. ESC is running a donation events ahead of the game and the tickets are available on Bound.
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h20230516024916124ef6e7607e14b4a/checkout
