Our character trait for November and December is COMPASSION: being kind to others. During classroom guidance lessons, we frequently talk about the importance of thinking of others. If we were the only one in our world, we could just think about what we want and be a "just me" person! However, since we-staff, students, and parents-are part of a larger school community, it doesn't work to be "just us" people. Compassion means we are putting ourselves in others' shoes and trying to understand what they are feeling, then doing something kind to help. During the week, make a point of recognizing when your child shows compassion!

BODY SAFETY
We will be having our annual body safety lessons in December.  The program consists of age appropriate lessons that will be taught to your child by the elementary school counselor.  Unfortunately, recent counts show that sexual abuse of children takes place more often than we would like to believe.  As a result, our children need to be taught assertiveness and self-protection skills to prevent such tragedies.  This program is presented in a non-threatening, informative way.
Parents, please check the E-Friday Folder for important information regarding body safety and how to discuss this topic with your child.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Miller at 852-1036 ext. 1218.

A Reminder from the School Nurse:

Please send your child to school with a winter coat, hat, and gloves.  The students will be outside for recess much of the fall and winter.  Please contact me if you need assistance providing these items for your child.

Thank you to all the families who donated hats, gloves, scarves, etc. last night at our Grandparents Dinner.  We truly appreciate your generosity!
   
Cold and flu season has arrived!  Please remember the following guidelines for sending  your child to school:

• A student must be fever-free (<100) without the use of fever-reducing medication for 24 hours before returning to school.
• A student must be free from vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours before returning to school.
• A child with a diagnosed with an infection by a physician must be on 24 hours of antibiotics before returning to school.

Remember, good hand washing is the best way to prevent the spread of illness!  It's still a good time for flu shots as well!

Anne Hurd, RN
[email protected]
852-1036 ext. 1203

 

 

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