As I look out of the window, the leaves are falling off the tree and dancing across the grass. In order to keep all of our students as energetic as those leaves, please make sure they are dressed warmly. It is getting colder and whether they are waiting at a bus stop or playing on the playground, we need to start thinking about hats, gloves and coats. Students will be inside if the temperature drops below 10 degrees considering wind-chill. Research does indicate that when students have the opportunity to get fresh air and exercise they learn better so we try to make sure they have a chance to interact with other students outside every day.
As a school we have a strong emphasis on responsibility. The students know the Ellis motto, “I am responsible and always learning.” You can help to foster their responsibility at home. Expect good things from your child. Let your child know you believe he/she is capable and give the child the opportunity to solve problems for himself. Age-appropriate chores are valuable, but make sure they know your expectations. The follow-up is to then let the child experience consequences. If they are to put laundry in the hamper and they forget, it may not take long to remember if their favorite outfit is not clean.
We do have some interesting events coming up in the near future. McDonald was at school recently and we will be going to McDonald’s for McTeacher Night on November 4th. It is a fun evening when teachers get to help serve the students. The staff has always enjoyed the evening in the past and we once again look forward to an evening out. Teachers do sign up for specific times so make sure to ask when your child’s teacher will be there.
Our school is making sure that we are represented at the Festival of Trees. Mrs. Magnuson is busy planning an “Ellis” tree. Our theme this year is reading. Make sure to visit the festival and see the wonderful decorations.
This week is Red Ribbon week. We are incorporating the message to stay drug free into our learning activities this week and don’t forget to wear red on Friday!
