November Newsletter

Things You Should Know:
Learning. It is exciting to see our learners making growth toward their grade level standards and individual “Wildly Important Goals.” Our teachers and students monitor learning through learning intentions and success criteria. In ELA, we are seeing growth through the monthly ISIP Reading assessment, as well as classroom writing and reading activities. In math, learners are practicing strategies that strengthen their ability to solve problems and provide opportunities to develop mathematical thinking practices. Report cards will go home on Friday, November 22nd. 

7 Habits of Happy Kids. The habit we are focusing on in November and December is: Put First Things First. Habit 3 has students demonstrate that they spend time on things that are
important, say no to things they should not do, set priorities, make schedules, and follow plans. In a nutshell, they work, then play! Of all the habits, this is the most challenging to maintain. Watch for Habit 3 help for families to come home soon!

Attendance. With the season of gratitude upon us, we’re thankful for every day your child is in school, learning and  growing. Consistent attendance is crucial as students who miss less than two day each month are more likely to reach their full potential. Encourage your child to be “On Time, In School, Every Day.” 

Notifications. If there is an unexpected change to your child’s transportation after school, and they need to receive a message during the school day, please notify the office before 1:45 pm (12:45 on early release Mondays) of any changes so that the message can be delivered in time. Thank you.

Holiday Season. Please watch for individual notices for upcoming events in November and December. Third and second grade, Montessori, and Kindergarten will be putting on their annual programs. We are so excited to have you join us!

Lost & Found. We have so many clothing and other items in our lost and found. Please check it out when you come for a school event. There are a lot of very nice things that need to go  home!

Counselor’s Corner

In November, students will be learning the basics of emotion management and problem solving using the 2 nd  Step Curriculum. Emotion management skills will include the proactive skills of deep breathing and slow counting. Problem solving skills start with learning how to say a problem in a respectful way, all the way to STEP (Say the Problem, Think of Solutions, Explore the outcomes, and Pick the Best Solution) for upper elementary learners. If you have questions Mrs. Wells can be reached by email or 208-237-0551.

Mark your calendar:

• Every Monday is early release at 1:10 pm
• 11/8 Picture retakes
• 11/14-15 No school for Record Day & teacher collaboration day.
• 11/22 Report cards go home
• 11/25 - 11/29 No school. Holiday break
• 12/5 Cookies & Claus STEM night. 5-7 p.m. We will be doing so many cool coding activities for all levels this year!
• 12/23-1/3 Winter Break

PTO News:
Please join the next meeting on Thursday, November 21st at 2:15 at Tyhee. Your input is valuable!