Mission
The Weatherstone Elementary School family will utilize STEM strategies and philosophies, enhanced by professional learning teams, to promote student growth and to demonstrate responsible citizenship.
Vision
Weatherstone Elementary students are encouraged and empowered by distinguished teachers who facilitate a relevant and rigorous curriculum to ensure student learning that prepares them for their future in a global society.
Weatherstone Elementary School (WES) is located in Cary, North Carolina. It was opened in the 1996-1997 school year and follows the Traditional Calendar for the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) while serving children from grades Kindergarten-5th.
Weatherstone is part of the STEM Collaborative Network of the Wake County Public School System. Since joining the network, the school has embarked on a journey of collaboration to enhance its curriculum programming through STEM activities, philosophies, and principles. On June 1, 2017 Weatherstone was named a North Carolina STEM School of Distinction at the Model Level.
It is an academically strong school with achievement proficiency in reading, math, and science above both the state and the WCPSS averages, in all three areas yearly. Furthermore, in the most recent year reviewing End-of-Grade (EOG) growth data provided by SAS through EVAAS, Weatherstone consistently performs high in both the district and state reports. In 2015-16, Weatherstone ranked 1st out of 106 elementary schools in the district and 6th out of 1223 elementary schools in the state.
21st Century Learning themes are a natural complement to the STEM program. In addition to the areas mentioned above, lessons are designed and implemented to promote student Creativity, Collaboration, Critical thinking and Communication skills (The 4 C’s of 21st Century Skills) through real world learning experiences that require regular application of skills learned. Moreover, the use of technology is expected to be embedded throughout daily instruction, exposing students to using modern technology tools are integral to their development and learning. Technology integration aligns with the required technology skills as outlined in the curriculum while also enhancing student ability to process and share their own learning.
STEM @ WES
In 2012 Weatherstone Elementary was designated a member of the WCPSS STEM Network. On June 1, 2017 WES was honored to be recognized by the North Carolina State Board of Education a NC STEM School of Distinction at the Model Level.What is STEM?
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Those four components enhance the traditional curriculum offered at Weatherstone.
What STEM opportunities are offered at WES?
Students participate in a STEM special every week at our school entitled Design and Innovation. In this special class students are trained in using iPads, exploring different technology resources, and are exposed to the NC STATE Engineering Design Process.What is the role of parents when my child attends a STEM School?
The WES PTA is an award winning program and partner with the school Currently, the WES PTA is recognized as a PTA School of Excellence from 2016-2018. In 2013 the PTO Magazine named the WES PTA Group of the Year for its Outstanding Focus on Academics and Enrichment through its STEM Friday and STEM Expo program.
Meet The Team
Principal: Tim Chadwick | tchadwick@wcpss.net
Mr. Chadwick is a lifelong student. He has been the principal of Weatherstone Elementary since 2012 and an educator in WCPSS since 2001. He is married to Tina Chadwick, a WCPSS School Counselor. They have four children Lexi, Evan, Paxton, and Sullivan. He loves spending time with his family, traveling to both the mountains and the beach, reading, watching movies, playing video games and listening to music. Mr. Chadwick went to two ACC schools, Syracuse University where he earned two undergraduate degrees in Inclusive Elementary & Special Education and Sociology and then North Carolina State University with a Masters in School Administration. One fun fact about Mr. Chadwick is that he played the saxophone for many years in school and college!
Assistant Principal: Rachel Thomas | rlthomas@wcpss.net
Mrs. Thomas has a passion for working with students, staff, and families. She grew up in Pennsylvania but now calls North Carolina home. She earned a degree in Secondary English Education from The Pennsylvania State University (Go Nittany Lions!) before moving to North Carolina. She also is a Tar Heel fan, as she has a Masters in School Administration from The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Mrs. Thomas enjoys spending time with her husband, Alexander, and her son, Noah. She loves spending time with her family and friends, playing board games, reading, hiking, and traveling to the beach and mountains.
Instructional Facilitator: Veronica Roberts | vroberts@wcpss.net
Mrs. Roberts moved here from Florida with her husband and two energetic boys. She attended Bethune-Cookman University, Nova Southeastern University and Florida Atlantic University where she earned a B.S. in Elementary Education, a M.S in Reading Education and and a certification in Educational Leadership respectively. Her 25 years of experience range from teaching various elementary grade levels, Reading Coach, Instructional Facilitator and an Assistant Principal for the past 8 years. When not working, Mrs. Roberts spends the majority of her time with her family. Their adventures include road trips, going to the beach, visiting museums, trying new restaurants, bowling, and enjoying the outdoors. In the rare moments of “me time”, Mrs. Roberts enjoys shopping, running, reading a good book, and being pampered. She truly believes that all students can and will learn when given the opportunity!
Secretary: Ann Brown | abrown7@wcpss.net
Mrs. Brown has walked the halls at Weatherstone Elementary since 1999. In the capacity of a parent, PTA president and staff member Mrs. Brown has always felt at home. She has two children Christopher and Megan. She loves spending time with her children, family and friends. Her true happy place is relaxing on a beach. She likes to exercise, attend music concerts and broadway shows. Mrs. Brown went to Elon College where she received a degree in Business Administration. A fun fact about Mrs. Brown is that she has always aspired to be an actress.
Data Manager: Maureen Forman | mforman@wcpss.net
Mrs. Forman is very fortunate as the Data Manager to meet many of our families as they enroll at WES. She is originally from Long Island,NY where she graduated from Adelphi University. She is married to Jeff Forman. They have 2 beautiful daughters, Alex and Dayna. The Forman's love animals and currently have 2 dogs, Benji and Tucker. They also have a cat named Zee. Mrs. Forman enjoys going for walks, going to concerts and visits to the beach and mountains.
Receptionist: Alyssa Healy| ahealy2@wcpss.net
Mrs. Healy has been a part of the Weatherstone Family for the last 3 years, working as an IA in both Kindergarten and Pre-K. She grew up in Miami, Florida and attended the University of Miami as well as FIU where she received a master's degree in Early Childhood Education. Mrs. Healy lives in Cary with her husband Brian and two children Olivia and Andrew. Andrew is currently a third grader at Weatherstone. She has lived in North Carolina for five years and enjoys exploring the state’s beautiful mountains, beaches, and lakes. Mrs. Healy loves college football and is happy to be in ACC country, it’s all about the U!
Guidance Counselor: Katherine O'Connor | koconnor@wcpss.net | Website | Twitter
Ms. O'Connor is a true North Carolina native. She was born in Raleigh and attended school there all the way through high school. She then left this great state and went to and graduated from Villanova University, GO WILDCATS!! She is still a die-hard Villanova basketball fan. After college she lived in Boston for 4 years while working for the League School of Boston. She returned to North Carolina when she decided to pursue a master’s degree in Counseling at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Ms. O'Connor's first job after graduating with her master’s degree was at Weatherstone and she has happily been here ever since. In her spare time she loves traveling, she has been to Ireland a couple of times in last the few years and is planning many more trips! She loves cheering for the Carolina Hurricanes and for the Duke Blue Devils (unless they play Villanova of course!) Her garden is a constant work in progress and she loves to read
Guidance Counselor: Kelly Wiener | kwiener@wcpss.net | Website | Twitter
Mrs. Wiener loves being a school counselor! She earned a Bachelors Degree in Psychology at Appalachian State University and a Masters Degree in Psychology at Antioch University. She then completed her School Counselor Licensure at Campbell University. She has dedicated her life to helping students develop healthy ways to solve problems and create lasting friendships. Mrs. Wiener is married and has one daughter, Makayla and two dogs. In her free time, she likes to hike in the mountains, stroll along the beach, read and spend time with extended family.
School Psychologist: Alexis Fiacco| afiacco@wcpss.net
Ms. Fiacco is originally from upstate New York and has called North Carolina home since 2014. She went to the State University of New York at Oneonta where she achieved her bachelor's in Psychology. Ms. Fiacco then attended The College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York and earned her master's degree in School Psychology. She has two furry family members, a mini goldendoodle, named Tucker and a yorkipoo named Coco. She loves cheering for the New York Yankees and Carolina Panthers. She enjoys trips to the beach and the mountains, spending time with friends and family, baking, and playing with her dogs.
Social Worker: Brandon Clowers | bclowers@wcpss.net
Mr. Clowers earned his Bachelors Degree in Social Work from NC State and his Masters in Social Work from UNC Chapel Hill. He was born in the Triangle area and has lived here is whole life. Mr. Clowers has two children and loves being outdoors, camping, and travelling with his family during his free time. Mr. Clowers works at other schools in addition to Weatherstone Elementary. He loves being a school social worker and enjoys helping students and families with any challenges or issues affecting their education, inside or outside of the school building!
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