WES June Newsletter 2026

Dear Warrensburg Elementary Parents and Guardians:

It's hard to believe we're heading into our final weeks of the school year! These last weeks are filled with celebrations and end-of-year activities designed to make this a memorable time for our students. Please review the list of important dates below so you don't miss any of these special events.

As this school year comes to a close, I want to express my sincere gratitude for a wonderful year and for your continued partnership with Warrensburg Elementary. I've truly enjoyed my time as your interim principal and am grateful for the support and collaboration from families and staff alike.

I am also pleased to share that Mr. Bierman will be stepping into the role of building principal next year. He is excited to begin and eager to continue getting to know each of you and your children. Please join me in welcoming him to this new role.

Wishing everyone a fun, safe, and relaxing summer!

Sincerely, 

Mr. Damian Switzer

Interim Elementary Principal

@Mr_SwitzerWES

Mr. Jed Bierman

Elementary Assistant Principal

June 1: Mrs. Bull’s 2nd grade class Pen Pal Visit to Hudson Falls CSD

June 2: American Young Voices Field Trip MVP Arena Grades ⅚

June 3: 5th Grade Field Trip Warrensburg Fish Hatchery

June 3: Band Dress Rehearsal 12:15- 2:30pm

June 4: Grades 4-6 Field Day (June 5th RAIN DATE)

June 5: Grade 3 Field Trip to Fort William Henry

June 5: 5th Grade Field Trip to Fun Spot/Martha's

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June 9: Kindergarten Flag your Grad 1:30pm Cafeteria

June 10: Grade 3 Field Trip - Lake George Lanes & Games

June 11: Grades 4 &5 to SPAC 10:15-2pm

June 12: Grade 2 Field Trip - Lake George Lanes & Games

June 12: Grade 6 Field Trip- Statue of Liberty & Medieval Times 6am- 10:30pm

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June 16: Grade 3 Field Trip - Around the World Mini Golf 9:30-2pm

June 17: Grades K-3 Field Day (June 18th RAIN DATE)

June 18: Pre K/Kindergarten Conferences

June 18: Grade 1 - Donuts with Dad 8:30am Cafeteria 

June 18: 4th Grade Field Trip ADK Experience Blue Mountain Lake 8:15-2pm

June 18: Pre-K Parent/Teacher Conferences (8am-3pm)

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June 21: Father’s Day

June 22: Board of Education Meeting 6-8pm 

June 23: P2 Assembly 8:30am Last One (½ Day) Dismissal 11:30am

June 24: Kindergarten Graduation 9AM-10AM (½ Day) ) Dismissal 11:30am

June 25: Pre K End of Year Celebration 8:30-11am Rec Field

June 25: Grade 6 Graduation 8:30am in the Gymnasium

June 25: Last Day of School (½ Day)) Dismissal 11:30am

June 26: No School - Un-Used Snowday

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As the school year winds down, we wanted to share an important reminder about the "summer slide" — the learning loss that can occur when children are away from the classroom for months. Research shows that students who don't engage in educational activities over the summer can lose up to two months of reading progress, and these losses accumulate year after year. The best way to prevent this? Encourage your child to read regularly throughout the break! Just 20 minutes of reading a day can make an enormous difference in maintaining and even growing their literacy skills.

Let your child choose books that genuinely interest them — whether graphic novels, adventure stories, or nonfiction about their favorite animals — because choice is a powerful motivator. Visit your local library, start a family book club, or simply model reading yourself. A summer filled with books is not only fun but also sets your child up for a confident and successful return to school in the fall. Thank you for partnering with us in keeping those young minds active and growing all summer long!

Regular school attendance is crucial for your child's academic success and social development.

When students attend school consistently, they not only keep up with lessons and important skills, but they also engage with their peers, fostering friendships and teamwork. Every day in the classroom provides unique learning experiences that contribute to your child’s growth. 

If your child is absent from school, please contact Mrs. Seeley in the attendance office with the reason for the absence. She can be reached by phone at #518-623-9747 x197 or via email: seeleyk@wcsd.org. Our school uses Parent Square to contact you when the reason for an absence is unclear. Please ensure your contact information is up to date so you don’t miss important messages.

The front circle opened successfully this year, and we’re pleased with the results. To keep morning drop-off safe and efficient, please follow these guidelines:

We appreciate your cooperation and support!

During the school day, the only entrance available for school business is the main entrance door. If you need to enter the building during the day for any reason you will need to use the buzzer, and our Security Monitor/Greeter will then unlock the door for entrance. You will then need to sign in to the building or sign your child out/in depending on the purpose of your visit. All visitors are expected to show proper identification and will be issued a temporary picture identification badge.