Daylight Savings Time Change
Saturday night, Nov. 4, to Sunday morning Nov. 5, the State of Indiana will observe Daylight Savings Time. What does this mean? It means that before you go to bed Saturday Evening, set your clock back one hour. So, if you go to bed at 10PM, move your clock back to 9PM. That way, when you wake up in the morning your clock will be correct. Most digital clocks, such as cellphones and smart watches, will change time automatically, but all other clocks will need to be changed manually.
For this weeks note I want to share something that might or might not be affecting our children. With the recent crimes within the city of Indianapolis and the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, the news seems bleek and scary. I wonder how are children taking this news. Do they even know what is going on? If not, should we tell them?
I recently came across an artilce titled, "How To Talk To Children About Traumatic Current Events and Media Exposure," by Dr. Caelan Soma. Below are some of her thoughts:
1. As much as possible, keep children away from media coverage of traumatic events.
In today's world of social media, it is more and more difficult to keep children away from traumatic events. No matter their age, the types of media children are exposed to can get away from a parent. In the event of a traumatic event, it might be best to remove social media, cell phones, etc. until you have had the opportunity to share with your children your thoughts on what is going on.
2. Answer any questions a child might ask.
It is important to answer a child's question regarding traumatic events. Sometimes, they might ask questions you cannot answer. If you cannot answer a question, tell them. Sometimes we do not have all the answers. Promise them that you will do your best to find the answer. There is no need to tell them more than they ask.
3. Normalize the symptoms and reactions children display surrounding what they already know about the given situation.
Whenever a traumatic event occurs, children can get the feeling of hoplessness or helplessness. This is where limiting media exposure is important. Being informed is one thing, but obsessively watching coverage of a traumatic event is not healthy. Accept their feelings and talk with them about ways they can ovecome such feelings. There is no such thing as right and wrong feelings. Guide them through any processes you see fit to help them.
The child's brain is not set up to take a constant barrage of negative news. It is important that a trusted adult is helping children get through the negative events happening around them. It is important that they learn to cope with the negative for it will always be around. The more they learn to get through negative experiences the easier it will become as they grow older.
If a child is facing trauma, please give them time to process their feelings. If you feel your child needs more help, reach out to your school social worker for recommendations.
Alec Mayer
Principal
PLA@PromisePrep
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School Uniforms
This year, in an effort to be more like our other PLA schools, PLA@PromisePrep will be changing our uniforms. The following is the uniform requirements:
Shirts- Red or Gray collared Polo shirts(long sleeve or short sleeve)
- PLA Crew neck Sweatshirts
Bottoms- Solid color pants or shorts(no shorts after 11/1 and before 4/1)
- Khaki, Navy, or Black in color
- Jeans, solid in the same colors as pants
- No holes, designs, patches, etc.
Uniform no nos- No hoodie sweatshirts, no leggings, no yoga pants, no sweat pants, no basketball shorts
Scholars will no longer be allowed to wear the Promise Prep shirts from last year.
Uniform good news- We have contracted with a uniform company called SchoolZone. They have all the unform requirements and logoed uniform shirts for purchase. They are located at 5425 N. Keystone Ave, suite 200. Any uniform purchased from School Zone, they will donate 10% of all sales back to PLA@PromisePrep. Click on the link below to reach their website.
Cost of Uniform Shirts:
Youth Sizes 4-20 $13.99.
Adult S-XL $15.99
2x & up $17.99
NEW ADDITIONS:
Sweatshirts- $21.99
Pants- $15.99-$26.99 depending on size
If you are in need of uniform assistace, contact your local trustrees office for a unifrom voucher.