Southwest Elementary School

Greetings from the Odyssey of the Mind HQ World Finals! We've got an exciting update from our incredible leader, Mrs. Petree! Day 1 has been "insanity, but also incredible!" The journey to Michigan included a memorable drive through some wild West Virginia tunnels. Our team arrived just in time for the opening ceremony and, in true Odyssey spirit, ended up dancing right in front of the stage! What an unforgettable start! They've already had the chance to see teams from all over the world, including Poland, Japan, Mexico, and Switzerland. Michigan State University is once again the vibrant host, with over 16,000 visitors and teams staying in dorms on campus. It's truly a global gathering of creative minds! We want to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who has donated and supported our team's journey to the World Finals. Your generosity made this possible! We'll keep you updated on their adventures!

To our amazing 5th graders, the Southwest PTA wants to wish you the very best as you transition to middle school! We've loved watching you learn and grow, and we're so incredibly proud of each and every one of you. Remember, once a Southwest Owl, always a Southwest Owl! Go show middle school what you're made of, Class of 2025! We'll miss you! 💚💙

This is a bit of an unusual request, but our wonderful school is in a bit of a bind and could really use your help. 🙏 We are currently in need of copy paper (standard 8.5 x 11). With still 13 days of school left, we're facing a shortage. 😬 If anyone has extra reams of copy paper lying around and would be willing to donate them to the school, it would be immensely appreciated! Every little bit helps our teachers and students make it through these last few weeks. Please drop off any donations at the school office during school hours. Thank you all so much for your incredible support! You always come through for our school! ❤️

🍦 Calling all Southwest families and friends! 🍦 Get ready for one last sweet celebration! Join us for our FINAL Spirit Night of the 2024-2025 school year at Dollops Ice Cream! 🎉 Let's all scream for ice cream and come together to celebrate a fantastic and successful school year. What better way to cap it off than with delicious treats and good company? 📅 Date: Tuesday, May 7th ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM - 7:30 PM 📍 Location: Dollop Ice Cream, 1351 Lewisville Clemmons Rd, Lewisville, NC 27023 Come support a local business AND Southwest! We can't wait to see you there for some sweet memories. 😊 #SpiritNight #IceCream #DollopIceCream #Southwest #LocalBusiness #Clemmons #Community

The Board of Education recognized Emerson Fei, Lilly Long , Preston Wallace, and Dorothy Wang during their latest meeting for winning honors at the North Carolina State Science and Engineering Fair. Congratulations to our brilliant young scientists! #wsfcs

Every “bunny” loves Titan Buddies

Don't Miss Our In-Person Southwest Community PTA Meeting! Connect with the PTA, discuss important school updates and next year's plans, and discover how you can make a difference. Enjoy pizza and drinks! Tuesday, April 22nd, 6pm at the School Cafeteria RSVP by April 19th: https://bit.ly/swesptaapril

WS/FCS is encouraging families to sort out their bus stops for next school year early to make sure everything is in order before the May 30 deadline. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/2134681. #wsfcs

HUGE congrats to Southwest Elementary's Problem 3 team! They're heading to the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals at Michigan State! 🤩 First team from our school to make it this far! They'll compete against teams from the US & countries like Korea, Germany, China, & Japan! These amazing kids spent months developing their creative solution & rocked the State Finals! Odyssey of the Mind is a program where students solve long-term problems using teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Teams choose a problem at the beginning of the year and spend time designing, building, and practicing their solution. They also have to think on their feet during the competition in a spontaneous problem-solving challenge. Support their journey to Worlds here: https://gofund.me/eadb409b #OdysseyOfTheMind #WorldsBound #SouthwestElementary

Today, our amazing 5th graders stepped back in time and experienced life in the American Colonies with the incredible Camp Flintlock, Inc. ! 🇺🇸✨ They didn't just read about history; they LIVED it! From trying on colonial attire at the Dress Up & Store, to mastering traditional games, crafting beautiful necklaces, and even making their own beeswax candles, it was a day filled with hands-on learning and unforgettable moments! 🕯️🧵🎲 This amazing field trip perfectly aligns with our social studies standards, bringing to life the values, beliefs, and traditions that shaped the United States! It's one thing to read about the American Revolution, but to actually experience it? That's learning they'll never forget! A huge shoutout to Camp Flintlock for their engaging and educational program, complete with a pop quiz and prizes! 🏆 And an even bigger THANK YOU to our fantastic parent volunteers and dedicated teachers who made this incredible day possible! Your support and enthusiasm helped make this a truly memorable experience for our students. 🙌 Let's hear it for our 5th graders – future historians and candle-making experts!

📚 Exciting news! The Scholastic Spring Book Fair is just ONE WEEK away! 📚 Get ready for some amazing books! Make shopping a breeze by setting up your student's eWallet: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/southwestelementaryschool2

Friendly reminder! Spring Picture Day is coming up on Thursday, March 27th. 🌷 We've attached some important information from Strawbridge Studios to help you and your child prepare. Please take a moment to review the details regarding picture packages, ordering, and what to expect.

SW Families and Local Businesses! 💚 Remember the thrill of picking out a new book at the book fair? 📖 Let's give that same joy to every student at SW! Our Scholastic Book Fair is coming soon, and we're excited to offer "Share the Fair" – a program that ensures ALL our students can experience the joy of taking home a new book. Sometimes, students need a little help to purchase books, and that's where you come in! Just a small donation can help a student choose their own book and discover the magic of reading. Let's come together as a community and make this Book Fair unforgettable for everyone! Donate to Share the Fair and help us put a book in the hands of every SW student. https://shop.scholastic.com/stf/fund?orgUCN=600081199

Look at these lucky charms! 🌈 Our Southwest kindergarteners are celebrating St. Patrick's Day with smiles and spirit! The Southwest PTA wishes everyone a happy and festive day. May your day be as bright and cheerful as these little leprechauns!

Spring is in the air at Southwest! 🌷 Get ready for fun! 🎉 Our Book Fair is March 28th - April 4th, followed by our annual Spring Fling on Friday, April 4th! 📖 Volunteer for the Book Fair: https://bit.ly/spring2025bookfair 🌸 Volunteer for Spring Fling: https://bit.ly/SpringFling2025SW 🌻 Buy Spring Fling wristbands ($10): https://southwest.givebacks.com/store/items/1170485 Wristbands cover everything except food trucks and book fair purchases. Door tickets are cash/check only. Questions? Send us a message.

⏰ Time's running out! Only 5 more days to join our Kids Heart Challenge and learn about heart health! Help our school earn PE equipment and protect little hearts. Sign up here: http://www2.heart.org/goto/SWClemmons #KidsHeartChallenge #HeartHealth #PE #SchoolFundraiser

Today was a day of inspiration and learning as our 1st grade classes hosted a Black History Wax Museum! Each student chose an influential African American figure, wrote a speech, and transformed into their character. Visitors were treated to incredible presentations as our students brought these historical figures to life. We're incredibly proud of the dedication and effort our students put into this project. Take a look at the amazing moments captured in these photos!

Southwest Elementary is bursting with pride for our talented artists! 🌟 While the weather may have disrupted the Winter Reflections Art Exhibition reception at SECCA on Thursday, February 20th, we refuse to let it dampen our celebration of Allison Combs, Cameron Navas-Martinez, and Lilly Gimlin. Their incredible artwork—Allison's 'Snow Owl,' Cameron's 'Fall Landscape,' and Lilly's 'Paul Cezanne Still Life'—deserves to be recognized. Though SECCA won't be extending the show, we’re sharing their masterpieces here! Congratulations, students! We’re so proud of your hard work and creativity. #SouthwestElementary #ArtisticTalent #WinterReflections #StudentAchievement"

Join us for another Spirit Night 🍕🥤 Spirit Night is the best excuse to not cook dinner - Come enjoy delicious food at Brixx Wood Fired Pizza while help raising money for SW! When: Wednesday, Feb 26th, 4pm-9pm Where: Brixx Wood Fired Pizza + Craft Bar Why: $4 for every adult entrée and $1 for every kids’ meal will go to Southwest Elementary! *Please bring the form (it'll be in your child's Tuesday folder or on PTA website) and give it to your server - there will be extra at the restaurant* See you there!

Reading takes us on incredible adventures! A robot in the wilderness? This week is Read Across Southwest, we'll be exploring the unexpected with "The Wild Robot"! There's nothing quite like exploring a story together. Stay tuned for updates on our reading week! #ReadAcrossSouthwest #TheWildRobot #Southwest