Gratitude is our character strength focus for this week and next. According to the Positivity Project, "Out of all 24 character strengths, gratitude is the single best predictor of individual well-being. And, the great thing about gratitude is that it can be intentionally cultivated. Numerous studies have concluded that gratitude is like a muscle. The more you practice it, the stronger it gets." Students have been discussing the many things for which they are grateful. Click here to read more about gratitude. I am grateful that I get to work with such great students, such caring families, and such a wonderful staff.
Mrs. Tuttle's class is grateful to Mrs. Deemer's Global Studies class for their visit to East Hill yesterday to teach third graders about tolerance. They read, "The Invisible Boy" to each of the students, discussed the book, drew and shared pictures of their interests and strengths, and each student received their own copy of the book to keep. It was a great experience and the kids loved it!
Parent Conferences
As a reminder, next Monday and Tuesday are half-days for parent conferences. The doors will open at 11:15 for parent pickup and buses will be dismissed at 11:30. I hope you find the time spent with your child's teacher(s) to be productive and worthwhile.
Community Giving
Once again our PTA is sponsoring the annual Giving Tree program at East Hill. From Monday, 11/19 through Friday, 12/7 there will be a "Giving Tree" decorated with gift tags in the school lobby. The gift tags include gift suggestions for local families in need this holiday season. If you would like to participate, please stop by the tree in the lobby to select a tag.
Square One Art
Today is the last day to submit paper order forms for Square One Art. Online orders will be accepted through this Sunday, 11/18. These were a huge hit last year!
Half-days for Parent Conferences, 11/19 and 11/20
Thanksgiving Recess, 11/21 - 11/23
Winter Concert, WGHS, 7:00, 12/6
Holiday Parties, 2:15, 12/20
I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
- Lisa
