Cultural Diversity at W.E.C.

A Message from the William E. Cottle Elementary School- The Cottle Weekly


February 13, 2026

Dear Cottle Families,

It’s been another busy week here at Cottle! The GO sponsored Spirit Week was great fun! With outfits ranging from comfy pj’s to funny tee shirts to Valentine’s hearts and flowers. Our Cottle Cubs displayed their school pride and shared lots of positivity and creativity.

Important Dates to Remember

2/16-2/20 Mid-Winter Recess (school closed)

2/26 Grade 5 D.A.R.E. Graduation 9:30 am

2/26 WEC Bingo Night 6:30 pm

3/2 Tuckahoe Family Twilight 

3/2-3/4 PTA Main Steet Book Fair (Grades 3-5 only)

3/4 Science Fair 6:00 pm

3/6 Picture Day – Grade K and Grade 5 Graduation Pictures

As part of Random kindness Week (RAK) our dynamic PTA sponsored their annual Community Service Night.  Cubs in Grades 3-5 were able to rotate among several activity stations where they could contribute in a hands-on way to local causes. Thank you to all the organizers and all who participated in helping our school and community.

Today we celebrated Valentine’s Day at WEC with all classes taking part in caring and sharing activities with classmates. Thank you especially to all the Class Parents, Teachers, Staff and to Nurse Higgins for coordinating all the Valentine’s Day arrangements.

News from the Athletic Council:

March Dadness - 2/28: click HERE for more information

Varsity Dinner Journal Ads: Please see attached flyer for more information!

PTA EVENTS AT A GLANCE 

  • 3/27 (Mon), Building Bridges - Volunteers Needed!

PTA EVENT DETAILS

Building Bridges - Volunteers Needed! Coming soon: During the week of March 23, the Tuckahoe PTA is pleased to bring the Building Bridges program back to Cottle, and we will be expanding into Tuckahoe Middle School with an exciting assembly in April. Building Bridges is designed to teach students about people with different disabilities and neurodiversities. Each elementary grade covers a different topic, and parent volunteers engage with interactive activities for each class (and we make it super easy!). Stay tuned for a SignUpGenius coming out after the February break. Time slots get snapped up quickly, so don't miss your opportunity to help your kids' class build inclusivity for all.

 

Next week, of course, school will be closed for Mid-Winter Break.  We wish you and your families a relaxing time, and hopefully some warmer weather!  As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact us directly at Cottle. 

Sincerely,

John Morash   and    Peter Kilgallen,

Principal                    Assistant Principal

 Journal Ad- Families 2026.pdf 

School Events

  • Random Acts of Kindness Week

    William E Cottle School
  • Random Acts of Kindness Week

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • MS/HS Book Fair Sponsored by the PTA

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • Mid-Winter Recess

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • Mid-Winter Recess

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • Mid-Winter Recess

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • Mid-Winter Recess

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • Mid-Winter Recess

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • Board of Education Special Meeting & Workshop

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • DARE Graduation @ Cottle - 9:30 AM

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • W.E.C. DARE Graduation

    William E Cottle School
  • TMS/THS 3rd Quarter Progress Reports

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • Cottle Science Fair 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Cottle Science Fair 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • Cottle Picture Day

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • Picture Day

    William E Cottle School
  • Board of Education Regular Meeting

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • BOE Meeting

    Budget Review

    William E Cottle School
  • Kids Heart Challenge

    William E Cottle School
  • TMS/THS Spring Musical Once Upon A Mattress - 7:00 PM

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
  • TMS/THS Spring Musical Once Upon A Mattress - 7:00 PM

    Tuckahoe Union Free School District
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