Whitaker Elementary School students are learning to read together through the school’s Nest program. Each Nest consists of students across different grade levels who meet on a regular basis to read books together, allowing younger students to learn reading from their classmates. Each Nest has a name based on community values and a color its members all wear for special occasions, which helps build a sense of team spirit within the Nest.
Kindergarten Teacher Jessica Perez says the Nests make a big difference to her kindergartners, who are new to Whitaker and still settling into the school’s culture. Not only are they building reading skills, but making friends with older kids and finding positive role models. The program gives them a chance to feel more at home in their school.
“They’re able to connect to someone older than them, and that’s special for them,” Perez said. “They come in every day and ask if they get to do book buddies with their Nest today. It’s a lot to look forward to.”
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about 15 hours ago, Jake Browning
Daggett Shuler Attorneys at Law and the Winston-Salem Police Department spent Monday morning delivering essential school supplies to local elementary schools with their 11th Annual Back-to-School Backpack Program. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/2348675.
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2 months ago, 03Apptegy Admin
Over 100 Whitaker Elementary School students celebrated Bike to School Day on Wednesday by taking part in the school's first "Bike Bus".
The Bike Bus is a convoy of students, teachers, and parents who ride their bikes together for safety and visibility. Not only does it encourage students to develop healthy transportation habits, but it also gives everyone in the school community a chance to spend time together doing something enjoyable. It's a great way to get active and have fun doing it!
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6 months ago, Jake Browning
This week, National School Counseling Week, we're tipping our hats to Ms. Moore, our wonderful school counselor. She wears many hats to support the needs of our students and staff. Make sure you show her some extra appreciation this week! #NSCW25
9 months ago, Whitaker Elementary School
Today is the 100th day of school, and our 1st graders dressed up like 100-year-olds! They also enjoyed a special snack and activities centered around the number 100.
9 months ago, Whitaker Elementary School
Whitaker Elementary School is now on Instagram! Please follow us @WhitakerEagles to see all the great things happening at Whitaker! Goooo Eagles!
9 months ago, Whitaker Elementary School
Mrs. Lundquist's 4th grade class created this collaborative poster of Martin Luther King, Jr. Each student received a square and instructions about how to color it. They did not know what the squares would become. They were excited to see the larger image being revealed. Isn't it beautiful?!
9 months ago, Whitaker Elementary School
Whitaker Media Center reaching "New Heights" with this newest addition to our biography collection! We have some great new biographies! @wsfcs @WhitakerLibrary @newheightshow @tkelce @jasonkelce @penguinrandom
about 1 year ago, Whitaker Elementary School
Whitaker Elementary fourth graders celebrated unique North Carolina culture this week with a smorgasbord of local foods, including Krispy Kreme, pimento cheese, Lance crackers, Cheerwine, Carolina BBQ sauce, Texas Pete, and grits. Our state is a great place to eat!
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about 1 year ago, Jake Browning
Reading is Cool! Whitaker 4th graders enjoyed a visit from Wake Forest football players yesterday. @WSFCS @WakeFB @Wake_Education
about 1 year ago, Dorothy Wattleworth
Our 4th graders had a great visit from members of the Wake Forest football team yesterday! @HoratioFields, @Tyler_Walton, Deuce Alexander, & Justin Cody got the students excited about the Skip Prosser Reading Challenge, and shared their favorite books from elementary school!
about 1 year ago, Whitaker Elementary School
Let's get ready for school! Here are the school supply lists for each grade level.
about 1 year ago, Dorothy Wattleworth
