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November 13, 2023

Picture Retakes

Fall Picture Retakes are scheduled for November 29th.

Picture Retakes

October 5, 2023

Digital Student IDs Coming Soon for Grades 6-12

Beginning November 1, all students in grades 6-12 will have access to a digital student ID through an app called Minga. While all students will continue to receive a physical student ID card, students who choose to utilize the digital ID will have access to an ID that replicates and functions the same as their physical ID.

How will this benefit a Westwood student?

This includes the ability to use the digital ID for admittance to athletic events for students with SATs and K-8 activity passes.

 Click here for more information, including how to access Minga.

September 27, 2023

Westwood Warrior Challenge is Thursday, September 28th!

Westwood students should wear tennis shoes and clothing appropriate for the Warrior Challenge obstacle course! T-shirts will be distributed on Thursday morning if they weren’t sent home earlier this week. Thank you to the Westwood PTO for all their hard work and efforts to make this event such a success!

September 11, 2023

Volunteer at Westwood!

There are many volunteer opportunities available at Westwood Elementary! Click here to learn more and SIGN UP TODAY!

September 7, 2023

New! Absence Request Feature on Infinite Campus

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We are excited to introduce a convenient new way to report student absences to your school! The Absence Request tool in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal allows you to report your student’s absence online with just a few clicks. This can be done using your desktop computer or the Parent Portal app on your mobile device.

Entering an absence request is quick and easy. Follow these simple steps:

  1. Log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account.
  2. Select your child’s profile.
  3. Navigate to the Absence Request section.
  4. Fill in the required information, including the date and reason for the absence.
  5. Submit your request.

Visit this Absence Request Guide for detailed information on how to report absences.

Per the student handbook, students who know they will be absent for a reason other than a school-sponsored trip or school-sponsored activity must have a parent notify the school’s office in advance of the absence. This notification can be provided using the Absence Request tool outlined above, or by phone call, e-mail, or written note.

August 21, 2023

Meet the Teacher Night is Here!

Stop by Westwood Elementary tonight, Monday, August 21st from 4-6 pm to meet your student’s teacher! Families are invited to get familiar with the building, drop off school supplies, see friends both old and new, and meet the teachers of Westwood! See you soon!

August 17, 2023

Meet The Teacher and Meet a New Job!

Do you love working with kids? Do you want to work at your child’s school? Or how about being a part of an amazing staff family? We’ve got an opportunity for you!

Monday, August 21, is Meet the Teacher night at all Ankeny elementary schools, and you’re invited to participate in onsite interviews for paraprofessional openings in our elementary buildings! Not ready to interview? Staff will be on hand to answer all your questions about this important role in our schools or to reserve a time for a future interview. 

Open Paraprofessional openings include:

  • General Education (Part-Time 3 days per week)
  • General Education (Part-Time 4 days per week)
  • General Education (Part-Time 5 days per week)
  • Special Education (Full-Time)
  • English Learners(Full-Time shared with another building)

Click here to learn more and apply today!

Make plans to join us on Monday, August 21, from 4-6 at any Ankeny elementary school building.

July 7, 2023

Kindergarten Jumpstart in Early August

If you have a child preparing to start kindergarten in the fall remember to sign up for Kindergarten Jumpstart, an early August program designed to prepare new kindergartners for the upcoming school year. The program offers incoming students the chance to explore their school, tour their new classroom, and get excited to start learning. If you haven’t already signed up your child for Kindergarten Jumpstart, now is the time to do so!

June 30, 2023

Free Summer Meal Locations

Take a break from prepping lunch and bring your kids to our free summer meal sites! No cost or enrollment required. Open to all children 18 and younger. Enjoy a tasty meal at two locations. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to give your kids a nutritious lunch this summer. Visit us today!

No service Monday, July 3rd through Tuesday, July 4th.

Autumn Ridge Estates
11:15 am – 12:00 pm

Crestbruck Park
11:30 am – 12:30 pm

View more information and menus here