Students in the sixth grade were privileged to have a representative from Clarke Planetarium come and talk about various aspects of astronomy from why we have seasons to the vast distances in space.  Students were even able to hold an meteorite in their hands.

Students in several classes in fifth and sixth grade tied several blankets to be sent to Primary Children's Medical Center.  These classes wanted to do something special for Valentines' day, and through the generous donations of teachers and parents, were able to provide comfort to many patients.

Recently, students and parents were privileged to see what 4-H students have been up to in their after-school 4-H classes.  Students participated in a variety of classes from basketball, to crocheting. 

During the week of Valentines' Day, students, parents and teachers at Westside had the opportunity to send 'valentine' cards to their friends.  Along with the card, a tasty treat was provided.

Representatives from grades four through six recently competed in the school spelling bee. 

Recently, fifth and sixth-grade students participated in the school science fair.  The top ten projects were chosen to go on to the district fair.

Superintendent Rick Nielsen recently visited classrooms at Westside.  The kindergarten students were privileged to hear him read a story.

Kindergarten students celebrated the 100th day of school with a variety of activities.

Every month, two sixth-grade students from Westside Elementary are recognized in each class for their efforts.  Teachers select students who show academic achievement, positive attitude, and willingness to go above and beyond expectations.  The students of the month for January are Noni Mike, Beau Mattinson from Mrs. Bird's class, Spencer Marshall and Julie Haws from Mrs. McKee's class,  Payton Beerli and Cami Terry from Mrs. Bair's class.

Mrs. Miller, the new art teacher at Westside this year, does an AMAZING job in teaching both art technique and appreciation.  She is pictured above teaching an art concept with alphabet letters based on the artwork of Paul Kree.