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CFL's November Family Newletter
November 1st, 2023
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A Note from Mrs. Frees
Dear CFL Families,
Even though the weather keeps changing on us and the leaves are falling with brilliant colors of orange, red and yellow to decorate our school grounds, the academic process here at CFL is staying constant. The teachers and students have established their routines and procedures for class lessons. November is an important time for us all to reflect on the many blessings bestowed upon us. I am certainly thankful for the many blessings in my life, including working with the amazing students, CFL families, teachers, and support staff at The Center For Family learning. As always please reach out if you have any questions. My door is always open.
Reminders to Review:
Tuesday Folders: Be sure you are receiving your child's weeklyTuesday Folder. Be sure to read all handouts as they are filled with important CFL information. This will help you to stay up to date with all the happenings at school.
Outdoor Wear: temps are falling, and it is important to send your child to school with appropriate outdoor wear (hats, coats, gloves, etc.). Weather permitting and unless the temperature is below 20 degrees, students will go outside for recess.
Raptor Management System: All Garfield 16 schools have a new visitor process. If you have not already stopped by the front office with your ID to be put into the system.
Parent Teacher Conferences are November 6th and 7th. Student will NOT have school on November 7th.
Our Thanksgiving Feast is on November 17th from 11:00-1:00~ See more information below.
Just a reminder that students and staff will be on Thanksgiving Break from November 20th-24th. School will resume on Tuesday November 28th.
With Gratitude,
Kim Frees (Principal)
Thanksgiving Feast Information~ Friday November 17th
We will be having our traditional Thanksgiving Feast on Friday, November 17th. We are so excited! You should have received a Thanksgiving Feast food sign up in your child's Tuesday Folder. If not, please call the office and we will get you one. I will also attach a form below. Please return this sign-up as soon as possible.
This is NOT a school day for our CFL students. If you have other children in the district, bring them to school. This event is for our CFL students, families and at home siblings as we do not have room, supplies or food to accommodate BUE, GVMS and GVHS siblings.
All students that participate will need to be accompanied with their families or an adult. Students can not show up alone or without an adult.
Families can come anytime between 11:00 am--1:00 pm.
We look forward to seeing everyone!
The Weather is Getting Colder!
Our Colorado weather can change on a momentβs notice, and students need to be prepared for the changes. At CFL , our policy states that students will be sent outside for recess each day unless:
1. The outside temperature and/or wind chill is below 0
2. It is pouring rain.
3. An emergency is called by the Weather Service.
Recesses throughout the day last between 20-25. If students bring hats and gloves in their backpacks, they can be ready for any drastic weather changes.
Through our Family Resource Center, we have hats, mittens and coats available for students and families in need. Please come in and visit with us if your child is in need of warm winter clothing.
Please help your child remember to bring the necessary items so they can be comfortable and enjoy their time outside at recess during the cold weather.
If you would like to donate any new or lightly used winter clothing, please contact the Family Resource Center.
Our hope is that every student at CFL will be prepared for the cold winter ahead, and we thank you for doing your part at home to make sure that happens.
CFL's Christmas Wreath Fundraiser
PLEASE SUPPORT CFL IN OUR HOLIDAY WREATH FUNDRAISER
All orders are due by November 14th. Wreaths will be here on November 28th. If students sell more than one wreath we are asking that families come and pick up the wreaths at CFL that day or at the earliest convenience. The students will deliver wreaths to those who purchased them. Thank you for your support.
π Dear Wonderful Preschool Families, π
π Dear Wonderful Preschool Families, π
As we embrace the beautiful season of November, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you. We are thankful for your trust in us and for sharing your precious children with our preschool family. Your partnership with us means the world, and it's a privilege to be a part of your child's early learning journey.
We're excited to share some important information and updates regarding attendance and the upcoming parent-teacher conferences.
The Importance of Regular Attendance:
Regular attendance is a crucial aspect of your child's preschool experience. Attending preschool consistently provides numerous benefits:
Consistent attendance allows children to build strong relationships with their peers and teachers and they learn to share, cooperate, and develop important social skills.
Children engage in activities that stimulate their curiosity, problem-solving skills, and creativity.
Regular attendance establishes a routine for your child, which is essential for their sense of security and comfort.
Children become more confident and expressive in their language abilities.
Upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences:
We are excited to announce our upcoming parent-teacher conferences, which are scheduled for Nov 6th and 7th. These conferences provide a valuable opportunity for you to meet with your child's teacher to discuss their progress, achievements, and any concerns or questions you may have.
During the conference, you can expect to:
Review Your Child's Progress: Your child's teacher will share insights into your child's social, emotional, and academic development. You will have the chance to see samples of your child's work.
Set Goals: Together with the teacher, you can set goals for your child's development and create a plan for how to support their learning at home.
Ask Questions: Feel free to ask any questions or express any concerns you may have.
Build a Strong Connection:Building a positive and open relationship between home and school is vital for your child's success. These conferences help strengthen the partnership between you, your child's teacher, and our preschool community.
With gratitude and warm wishes,
Nicole Hills, Assistant Principal & Preschool Director
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Reading Strategies and Tips
November is here. Itβs time to think about things we are thankful for. Other than my family, I canβt think of much more that I am thankful for than books. Being a reading teacher, books obviously are a huge part of my life. I hope they are for you too. Whether you love to curl up with a good book on a cold day, or not, here are some great finds for you to share with your child. Most of them you can find at the library for free. I also found some that you can share digitally together. I hope this November you all take a few moments to be thankful and share a good read with your child.
Turkey Trouble by: Wendi Silvano
How To Catch a Turkey by: Adam Wallace
Thankful by: Eileen Spinelli
I want to also take a minute to let all of you know that on November 6th and 7th, we will be having our parent teacher conferences. I will be available to anyone with questions regarding their childβs reading. I will have a table set up in the front as you enter the school. Please stop by and say hi.
Sincerely,
Melissa Bradley
Reading Interventionist
PE News
Hello CFL Families,
If you have any questions about your child's progress check, please stop by at conferences. I'd love to answer any questions.
Mr. Cora
Music News
Hello CFL Families!
First of all, our Fall Concert was a HUGE success and I cannot thank you enough for supporting our Cardinals as they performed!
We have been busy in the music room as we have learned new things like steady beat and rhythm! These young students are one step closer to being awesome and amazing musicians!
Our next concert is already around the corner! Can you believe it??
On December 6th, our CFL cardinals will perform their holiday concerts and we are hard at work learning new music, chants, dances, and even working on speaking lines! Be sure to check your student's Tuesday folders for important information about our upcoming performance!
Again, thank you for all your support and encouragement! I can't wait to see everyone here on December 6th!
As always, please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions!
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ELL News
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Itβs been pure pleasure getting to know your children and see them grow in their learning adventure! We have been working hard on our Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing skills. We incorporate our daily/weekly vocabulary with books, objects. We have also been going on learning walks around the school looking for, talking about and writing about what we find and see. We are getting good at communicating with each other and listening when others talk. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to me!
Also during parent-teacher conferences, please come see me if you have any questions or need and resources. Iβd love to see you.
Melanie Kerrigan
ELL ~ CFL