I hope you all had a nice Thanksgiving break! It was nice to spend time with family and get re-energized for the craziness that is December. As I tell my staff, the more routine we can keep things for our students, the better off all of us will be! Gratitude was last week's character strength focus. Here are a couple of pictures of students sporting their pre-Thanksgiving day outfits as well as a picture showing some of the things for which our kindergarten students are thankful.
Yesterday we began focusing on the third week of the Other People Matter Mindset: "Knowing that my words and actions affect others." This means that everything we do, say, text, tweet, snap, or post can positively or negatively impact other people. On an individual level, our words and actions impact our relationships with other people. They have the power to lift others up or tear them down. Our words and actions also impact ourselves. Next week's character strength focus is kindness.
The Morning Mile
Ninety-four (94) of our students in grades 2-5 are participating in Ms. O'Keefe's monthly mileage club. One morning per month students arrive early to run or walk, or run/walk, a mile outside, weather permitting. The purpose is for fun, fitness, and friendship! This morning's weather did not cooperate, unfortunately, but that didn't stop anyone from finishing their mile! Each student receives a toe token when they complete the mile. Thank you to Ms. O'Keefe for organizing this monthly event and to Mrs. Klaben for helping out!
Picture Retakes and Group Photos
Picture retakes have been rescheduled for this Friday. If you were unsatisfied with your child's pictures, please send the package in with your child on Friday. We will also have group photos (band, chorus, orchestra, student council, etc.) taken on Friday.
Have a great rest of the week!
- Lisa
