Elm St. Spirit Week
We will be conducting safety drills within the next seven days. These drills could consist of evacuation, hold in place, lockdown, or lockout procedures. This email is to inform you so can your children know, so they may feel comfortable that these are only drills. These drills are designed to inform them of proper procedures and keep them safe in case of a real emergency.
Should you have any questions regarding the drills please contact your building principal.
Jacqueline Picco
Principal
Elm St. Elementary School
jpicco@gstboces.org
phone: 607-565-8186
Should you have any questions regarding the drills please contact your building principal.
Jacqueline Picco
Principal
Elm St. Elementary School
jpicco@gstboces.org
phone: 607-565-8186
What: Toilet Training Success: Practical Strategies for Children with Autism
When: Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Where: Virtual (CARD SUNY Albany)
Cost: FREE!
This webinar focuses on why toilet training may be difficult for children with autism or other disabilities and how to approach it in a way that will be most successful for your child. Using concrete examples, families will learn how to meaningfully set goals, break down the steps of the process, communicate clearly, increase motivation, and problem solve when challenges arise. An action plan will be provided to complete during or following the webinar.
Following this presentation participants will be able to:
1) Determine an appropriate current goal for toilet training based on your child's current readiness signs.
2) Create a plan for the toilet training process based on this goal.
3) Identify supports to communicate toileting expectations, increase motivation for your child, and problem solve once toilet training has been started.
To Register: https://nysrcasd.org/events/1687/registrations/new
When: Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Where: Virtual (CARD SUNY Albany)
Cost: FREE!
This webinar focuses on why toilet training may be difficult for children with autism or other disabilities and how to approach it in a way that will be most successful for your child. Using concrete examples, families will learn how to meaningfully set goals, break down the steps of the process, communicate clearly, increase motivation, and problem solve when challenges arise. An action plan will be provided to complete during or following the webinar.
Following this presentation participants will be able to:
1) Determine an appropriate current goal for toilet training based on your child's current readiness signs.
2) Create a plan for the toilet training process based on this goal.
3) Identify supports to communicate toileting expectations, increase motivation for your child, and problem solve once toilet training has been started.
To Register: https://nysrcasd.org/events/1687/registrations/new
🍕 COACH’S PIZZA FUNDRAISER 🍕
Support Our School!
Fundraiser Dates:
📅 September 30, 2026 – October 14, 2026
🍕 Large Cheese Pizza — $13
Payment Options:
💵 Cash
📝 Checks payable to ESCT
🎟️ Vouchers
Vouchers are good for 2 months!
Thank you for supporting our school! ❤️
Support Our School!
Fundraiser Dates:
📅 September 30, 2026 – October 14, 2026
🍕 Large Cheese Pizza — $13
Payment Options:
💵 Cash
📝 Checks payable to ESCT
🎟️ Vouchers
Vouchers are good for 2 months!
Thank you for supporting our school! ❤️
Elm St. Spirit Week
📸 School Pictures Re-takes Are Coming!
Individual school pictures re-takes will be taken on:
October 6th
Pictures will be available through Bakley Media. Parents can access the picture website at:
waverly.bakleymedia.com
When accessing the site, parents can look up their child by entering the student’s First Name, Last Name, and Student ID.
Unfortunately, I cannot provide student information, including Student IDs. Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you need your student’s ID.
Parents can log in at any time, and you will be notified when your child’s pictures are available to view and order—or just to have a little fun seeing how much they’ve grown! 😊📸
Thank you! Mark Bakley
Individual school pictures re-takes will be taken on:
October 6th
Pictures will be available through Bakley Media. Parents can access the picture website at:
waverly.bakleymedia.com
When accessing the site, parents can look up their child by entering the student’s First Name, Last Name, and Student ID.
Unfortunately, I cannot provide student information, including Student IDs. Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you need your student’s ID.
Parents can log in at any time, and you will be notified when your child’s pictures are available to view and order—or just to have a little fun seeing how much they’ve grown! 😊📸
Thank you! Mark Bakley
Reminder:
Cornell Cooperative Extension is offering a FREE Parent Class!
What: Discipline in NOT a Dirty Word
Practical strategies for parents & caregivers to use during difficult moments.
When: 4 Week Series - November 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2026
Where: Waverly Free Library, 18 Elizabeth Street, Waverly, NY
What You'll Get:
-Practical discipline strategies
-Tools for difficult moments
-Support for parents/caregivers
To Register: Call (607)659-5694 or email jes49@cornell.edu
What: Discipline in NOT a Dirty Word
Practical strategies for parents & caregivers to use during difficult moments.
When: 4 Week Series - November 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2026
Where: Waverly Free Library, 18 Elizabeth Street, Waverly, NY
What You'll Get:
-Practical discipline strategies
-Tools for difficult moments
-Support for parents/caregivers
To Register: Call (607)659-5694 or email jes49@cornell.edu
Reminder:
WAAC winter season 26/27
Dive in to make waves.
Developmental lessons Session 1 September 29th & 30th
Developmental session 2 evals November 3rd & 4th Waverly pool
Email waacwaterdragons@gmail.com for more information and to reserve a spot for an eval!
Dive in to make waves.
Developmental lessons Session 1 September 29th & 30th
Developmental session 2 evals November 3rd & 4th Waverly pool
Email waacwaterdragons@gmail.com for more information and to reserve a spot for an eval!
🐾 ELM STREET ELEMENTARY
WOLVERINE KEYCHAINS
Show your Wolverine pride! 🐾
🔑 Wolverine Keychains — $10 each
Available September 14–23
Choose your color:
❤️ Red & White
🖤❤️ Black & Red
Get yours while supplies last!
$10 each
WOLVERINE KEYCHAINS
Show your Wolverine pride! 🐾
🔑 Wolverine Keychains — $10 each
Available September 14–23
Choose your color:
❤️ Red & White
🖤❤️ Black & Red
Get yours while supplies last!
$10 each
Dear families,
Get ready—the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school!
Dates: September 21-24, 2026
Location: Elm Street Library
This is a great opportunity to build your child’s home library with new books that will get them excited about
reading, while also earning funds for our school.
The easiest way to let your child shop the Fair independently is by creating a Book Fair eWallet through our
school homepage. It’s easy to set up and easy for family and friends to add funds.
With eWallet, you’ll also have the chance to contribute to Share the Fair™—the giving program that supports
students at our school who need help buying books. Consider participating so that no child leaves the Fair
empty-handed!
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/elmstreetelementaryschool
Preview the books coming to the Fair by taking a 360° virtual tour via our school’s Book Fair homepage and
explore the titles, watch video book trailers, and more.
We can’t wait to see you at the Fair and help every student discover a book they’ll love!
Get ready—the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school!
Dates: September 21-24, 2026
Location: Elm Street Library
This is a great opportunity to build your child’s home library with new books that will get them excited about
reading, while also earning funds for our school.
The easiest way to let your child shop the Fair independently is by creating a Book Fair eWallet through our
school homepage. It’s easy to set up and easy for family and friends to add funds.
With eWallet, you’ll also have the chance to contribute to Share the Fair™—the giving program that supports
students at our school who need help buying books. Consider participating so that no child leaves the Fair
empty-handed!
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/elmstreetelementaryschool
Preview the books coming to the Fair by taking a 360° virtual tour via our school’s Book Fair homepage and
explore the titles, watch video book trailers, and more.
We can’t wait to see you at the Fair and help every student discover a book they’ll love!
Please see attached SACC information flyer.
If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Rando at Trando@wcsdletsgo.com
If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Rando at Trando@wcsdletsgo.com
📸 School Pictures Are Coming!
Individual school pictures will be taken on:
September 15: 1st & 2nd Grades
September 16: 3rd & 4th Grades
Pictures will be available through Bakley Media. Parents can access the picture website at:
waverly.bakleymedia.com
When accessing the site, parents can look up their child by entering the student’s First Name, Last Name, and Student ID.
Unfortunately, I cannot provide student information, including Student IDs. Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you need your student’s ID.
Parents can log in at any time, and you will be notified when your child’s pictures are available to view and order—or just to have a little fun seeing how much they’ve grown! 😊📸
Thank you! Mark Bakley
Individual school pictures will be taken on:
September 15: 1st & 2nd Grades
September 16: 3rd & 4th Grades
Pictures will be available through Bakley Media. Parents can access the picture website at:
waverly.bakleymedia.com
When accessing the site, parents can look up their child by entering the student’s First Name, Last Name, and Student ID.
Unfortunately, I cannot provide student information, including Student IDs. Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you need your student’s ID.
Parents can log in at any time, and you will be notified when your child’s pictures are available to view and order—or just to have a little fun seeing how much they’ve grown! 😊📸
Thank you! Mark Bakley
🐾 Show Your Wolverine Pride! Rally Towels Are Here!
WOLVERINE NATION — LET’S SEE YOUR PRIDE! ❤️🖤
Our Wolverine Nation Rally Towels are here, and they’re only $10!
Perfect for sporting events, school events, or showing your Wolverine pride anywhere you go!
Students • Families • Staff • Alumni • Fans — EVERYONE needs one!
Grab yours at the upcoming Elm St. “Wolverine Night,” sporting events, or the Elm St. Office.
$10. One towel. A whole lot of Wolverine pride.
🐾 Wolverine Nation… ALWAYS ALL IN! ❤️🖤
Thursday, September 17th: Wolverine Night
Grades 1 and 3 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Grades 2 and 4 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Grades 1 and 3 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Grades 2 and 4 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Please see attached WARP link, it will open on Family ID on August 3rd and continue through August 28th. Below is the link for families to register, and it is on a first come, first served basis.
https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/warp-2026-2027-grades-3-6
**Please read the following details below before registering your child for WARP!
This year WARP will operate in 3 ten-week sessions. We are accepting 50 students per session on a first come-first serve basis. If your child was not selected to attend the session of your choice, they will still have the option to attend the SACC program at Elm. (There is a fee to attend this program.) Students may be selected to attend more than one session, depending on enrollment for the session. The sessions are as follows:
Session 1: October 5-December 11
Session 2: January 11-March 26
Session 3: March 29-June 11
The hours of the program are Monday through Friday from school dismissal until 5:30.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. You may contact Mrs. Rymer at krymer@wcsdletsgo.com
https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/warp-2026-2027-grades-3-6
**Please read the following details below before registering your child for WARP!
This year WARP will operate in 3 ten-week sessions. We are accepting 50 students per session on a first come-first serve basis. If your child was not selected to attend the session of your choice, they will still have the option to attend the SACC program at Elm. (There is a fee to attend this program.) Students may be selected to attend more than one session, depending on enrollment for the session. The sessions are as follows:
Session 1: October 5-December 11
Session 2: January 11-March 26
Session 3: March 29-June 11
The hours of the program are Monday through Friday from school dismissal until 5:30.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. You may contact Mrs. Rymer at krymer@wcsdletsgo.com
Back to School Party!
Monday August 17, 2026
Tioga Central School
27 Fifth Ave., Tioga Center NY
*Free Backpacks (Child must be present to receive)
* School Supplies
*Free haircuts
* Much more!
This is a free event hosted and organized by Catholic Charities of Tioga County
Monday August 17, 2026
Tioga Central School
27 Fifth Ave., Tioga Center NY
*Free Backpacks (Child must be present to receive)
* School Supplies
*Free haircuts
* Much more!
This is a free event hosted and organized by Catholic Charities of Tioga County
Dear Elm St. Elementary Families,
I hope you and your family are enjoying a wonderful summer! As we prepare for another exciting school year, I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself and say hello.
As the new principal of Elm St. Elementary, I am honored to serve our students, families, and staff. This community has always been home to me. I have spent the past 29 years working in our district, including 20 years teaching second and third grade. After eight years as an administrator at the middle and high school, I am excited to return to my elementary roots. Returning to elementary education feels like coming home, and I couldn't be happier to be back at Elm St. Elementary.
Enclosed you will find information about our Popsicles with the Principal event on August 31st. I hope you'll stop by to enjoy a popsicle, meet our staff, and say hello before the school year begins. Whether you're new to Elm St. or a returning family, I would love the opportunity to meet you.
Thank you for the warm welcome I've already received. I look forward to seeing many of you on August 31st and welcoming all of our Wolverines back for another great school year!
Warmly,
Jacqueline Picco
Principal
Elm St. Elementary
Welcome to Tioga Smiles Dental Program! 2026-2027
What is Tioga Smiles Dental Program?
Tioga Smiles is a School-Based Dental Program overseen
by Tioga County Public Health. The program provides
dental services to students, Pre-K through 12th grade,
while they are in school. It operates in a mobile dental
unit that parks outside of your student’s school building
while school is in session.
What Dental Services are offered?
Preventative services offered include screenings/exams,
cleanings, fluoride, silver diamine fluoride, x-rays, and
sealants. Students will receive dental education at each
appointment Services are provided by a New York State
Registered Dental Hygienist.
What Does it Cost?
There are no out-of-pocket expenses for families. If there
is insurance associated with the student, Tioga County
Public Health will bill the insurance company to cover
expenses. No student will be denied services based on
their insurance status or inability to pay.
Who is Eligible for the Program?
Any student attending a Tioga County School District
may receive dental services. There are no eligibility or
income requirements.
How do I Enroll my student?
Please complete the attached Dental Enrollment Form
and return to your student’s school or scan the QR Code
below to submit electronically. A new enrollment form,
including health history, must be completed each school
year to participate. If you have questions, please contact
Tioga Smiles at 607-972-7552.
How are Appointments Scheduled?
Once the enrollment form has been returned to school,
your student will be assigned a time and escorted to the
Tioga Smiles Mobile Dental unit for their preventive
appointment. After each visit, the student will bring home
a goody bag filled with oral hygiene supplies and a note
discussing the outcome of the appointment.
What if my student needs Fillings or Extractions?
If your student needs further treatment (e.g. fillings or
extractions), there is a New York State licensed dentist on
staff. A second form of consent will be required for
additional dental treatment. If there are any concerns, we
will call you to discuss further treatment options
What is Tioga Smiles Dental Program?
Tioga Smiles is a School-Based Dental Program overseen
by Tioga County Public Health. The program provides
dental services to students, Pre-K through 12th grade,
while they are in school. It operates in a mobile dental
unit that parks outside of your student’s school building
while school is in session.
What Dental Services are offered?
Preventative services offered include screenings/exams,
cleanings, fluoride, silver diamine fluoride, x-rays, and
sealants. Students will receive dental education at each
appointment Services are provided by a New York State
Registered Dental Hygienist.
What Does it Cost?
There are no out-of-pocket expenses for families. If there
is insurance associated with the student, Tioga County
Public Health will bill the insurance company to cover
expenses. No student will be denied services based on
their insurance status or inability to pay.
Who is Eligible for the Program?
Any student attending a Tioga County School District
may receive dental services. There are no eligibility or
income requirements.
How do I Enroll my student?
Please complete the attached Dental Enrollment Form
and return to your student’s school or scan the QR Code
below to submit electronically. A new enrollment form,
including health history, must be completed each school
year to participate. If you have questions, please contact
Tioga Smiles at 607-972-7552.
How are Appointments Scheduled?
Once the enrollment form has been returned to school,
your student will be assigned a time and escorted to the
Tioga Smiles Mobile Dental unit for their preventive
appointment. After each visit, the student will bring home
a goody bag filled with oral hygiene supplies and a note
discussing the outcome of the appointment.
What if my student needs Fillings or Extractions?
If your student needs further treatment (e.g. fillings or
extractions), there is a New York State licensed dentist on
staff. A second form of consent will be required for
additional dental treatment. If there are any concerns, we
will call you to discuss further treatment options
