Our School Day

Plover-Whiting School Hours: 8:45 am - 3:35 pm

8:20 Drop off and supervision of students

8:20 Students receiving breakfast enter the building

8:35 First bell rings- remaining students enter the building

8:45 Second bell rings- class begins

GRADE	LUNCH	RECESS	ENCORE
Kindergarten	11:10-11:30	11:30-12:10	1:00-1:45
1st	11:25-11:45	11:45-12:25	1:45-2:30
2nd	11:40-12:00	12:00-12:40	2:40-3:25
3rd	12:05-12:25	12:25-1:05	10:30-11:15
4th	12:30-12:50	12:50-1:30	11:15-12:00
5th	11:55-12:15	12:15-12:55	9:45-10:30
6th	12:20-12:40	12:40-1:20	9:00-9:45

 

 

 

 

 

3:35 First dismissal bell rings for walkers, bikers, aftercare and pick up students with last name beginning M-Z

3:45 Second dismissal bell rings for pick up students with last name beginning N-Z

Our drop-off and pick-up procedures are designed to ensure the safety of our students, staff and community members. Parent vehicles will enter the pick up area from the Airline Drive entrance while staff and busses will enter the parking lot from the Hoover Avenue entrance.

Arrival- Morning Drop Off

• Use the drop off/pick up entrance located on Airline Dr.
• Remain in your vehicle and have your child exit the vehicle on the curb side after 8:20 am
• Supervision of students begins at 8:20 am
• Students receiving breakfast will enter Door 1 beginning at 8:20 am
• All other students will enter when the first bell sounds at 8:35 am
• If arriving after 8:45 am, parents will ring the doorbell near Door 1, enter the building and sign their child in 

Dismissal- Parent pick up

• Dismissal begins at 3:35 pm

• Remain in your vehicle and drive forward as the line progresses

• Children will enter vehicles on the curb side
• To minimize traffic congestion, Plover-Whiting has staggered release times for pick up. To maintain an efficient flow, it is essential to follow the assigned pick up times:

         3:35  Last Names A-M

         3:45 Last Names N-Z

We ask that you remain in your vehicle during drop off and pick up. All students must enter/exit vehicles on the curb side or walk around the front of your vehicle. Staff members, wearing safety vests, will be present to supervise students. Parents, guardians, family members are not permitted on school grounds during drop off or dismissal times.

Students that walk or bike at dismissal will exit Door 5 (Hoover Ave.) or Door 13 (near the pick up poles) at the 3:35 pm bell.

• Students leaving through Door 13 will walk on the track and exit at the end of the field onto Airline Dr.
• Students will not be permitted to walk near or through the pick up line area
• Bikers are required to walk their bikes on school grounds

Map of Morning & Afternoon Drop Off Procedures

GRADE	LUNCH	RECESS
Kindergarten	11:10-11:30	11:30-12:10
1st	11:25-11:45	11:45-12:25
2nd	11:40-12:00	12:00-12:40
3rd	12:05-12:25	12:25-1:05
4th	12:30-12:50	12:50-1:30
5th	11:55-12:15	12:15-12:55
6th	12:20-12:40	12:40-1:20

 

 

Plover-Whiting Elementary School Learning Targets

At Plover-Whiting Elementary, our goal is to foster a culture of continuous growth and achievement for all students. To ensure we are meeting high academic standards, we have identified the following learning targets for the current school year:

1. Increase Student Achievement in ELA (English Language Arts):

   • Achieve a 3% growth in ELA proficiency as measured by the State Forward Exam.
   • Focus on strengthening foundational reading and writing skills across all grade levels.

2. Increase Student Achievement in Mathematics:

   • Achieve a 3% growth in Math proficiency as measured by the State Forward Exam.
   • Emphasize problem-solving, critical thinking, and application of mathematical concepts in real-world scenarios.

3. Promote Individual Student Growth:

   • Ensure that every student demonstrates measurable progress in ELA and Math, regardless of their starting proficiency level.
   • Utilize differentiated instruction and targeted interventions to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

4. Strengthen Family Engagement:

   • Partner with families to support student learning through clear communication, resources, and opportunities for involvement.
   • Encourage families to actively participate in their child’s education, fostering a collaborative school community.

5. Enhance Professional Development:

   • Provide ongoing professional learning opportunities for staff to implement evidence-based teaching strategies and interventions effectively.
   • Focus on data-driven decision-making to identify and address areas for improvement.

By working together—students, staff, and families—we are confident in achieving these targets and continuing to build a strong foundation for academic success at Plover-Whiting Elementary.

FAB Fridays at Plover-Whiting Elementary

At Plover-Whiting Elementary, we are proud to implement Fun and Business (FAB) Fridays, a dynamic program designed to enhance learning, foster community connections, and keep students actively engaged. FAB Fridays consist of three engaging rotations: Game On, Creative Connections, and Wildcat Ways.

1. Wildcat Ways:
   In this rotation, students take lessons from our Character Strong curriculum and put them into action. Through hands-on activities, they develop teamwork and collaboration skills while practicing the core values taught in class.

2. Game On:
   Partnering with the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UWSP), this rotation provides students with opportunities to stay physically active while developing essential social-emotional skills. The activities focus on movement, teamwork, and fostering a positive sense of community.

3. Creative Connections:
   This rotation is designed to bring external and community presentations together on one designated day. Whether it’s a visit from the fire department, police officers, or other community partners, Creative Connections ensures that students can learn from these valuable experiences without disrupting their routine throughout the week. By organizing these events on Fridays, we provide a fresh change to the schedule, helping students remain actively engaged as they approach the end of the week.

Benefits for Educators:
FAB Fridays also offer our educators time to take deep dives into their curriculum, collaborate with support staff, and create impactful, high-quality instruction. This dedicated time for professional focus ensures our teaching strategies remain effective and aligned with student needs.

Outstanding Results:
Plover-Whiting’s innovative approach to learning and teaching has yielded significant results. Last year, our students achieved a 10% growth on the Forward Exam, an impressive accomplishment considering that 3% growth on the Forward Exam is considered aggressive by state standards. Additionally, major and minor behaviors have reduced by 74%.

Through FAB Fridays, we are building a balanced, engaging, and effective environment that supports both student achievement and professional excellence. Through FAB Fridays, we are able to balance fun, learning, and personal growth, making Fridays a day that both students and staff look forward to every week!