Mustang Bulletin
August 28, 2023
Grateful!
We are very fortunate to have so many amazing substitute teachers at West Wing. Ms. Engelman and Mr. Gehres are two amazing examples and step up in a big way for our school. Thank you both for all you do!
Super Citizen Award
Bridget, a second grade student in Ms. Beaudoin's class, presented Mrs. Schubert with an award this week that she made.
We are continuing to set school wide expectations and this week we will focus on our Hallways. The hallways are small when we have an entire grade level transitioning. Our students show respect by walking on the right side and using quiet voices during transitions. This week, students will focus on compassion by holding the door open for the person behind them.
Hello Families,
The motto this week is:
I show up positively for myself and the people around me.
How we treat others can affect our mood and disposition throughout the day. Not only do kind words and actions make others feel good, but they can also brighten our own mood.
Think about the last time someone complimented you and how that good feeling might’ve lifted your spirits throughout the rest of the day. Students have the power to make each day a little bit better for one another. A few kind words - a compliment, encouragement, acknowledgment, or even a simple thank you - hold the possibility of making someone’s day better.
Being kind and helpful is a meaningful way students can contribute to a better classroom environment. Kindness inspires kindness!
Sometimes, however, when we are in a bad mood, it can be difficult to be kind. We may feel tired, irritable, or drained, and kindness may seem like too great an effort. And at first, kindness is effort. But just as our muscles get stronger with use, the more we share kindness with others, the easier it becomes.
“Do things for people not because of who they are or what they do in return, but because of who you are.” -Harold S. Kushner
Sometimes, it can be scary for students to give compliments or share words of encouragement because they are unsure or nervous. Understanding these three points can help:
1. Everyone appreciates compliments.
2. If you’re impressed with someone’s talent, enjoyed a joke they told, or like their shirt, tell them!
3. Never keep a compliment to yourself.
Not only do genuine compliments feel nice to hear, but they feel nice to give too. After all, we all want our kids in a classroom where students acknowledge one another positively. Encourage your child to help make that happen.
Have an excellent week,
Danna Evans
All Things E.Q.
West Wing Email Policy
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When our teachers receive an emails from a parent/guardian they should be responded to within two school days (excluding weekends & school holidays). It is inappropriate to chase a teacher for a response to an email before two school days have elapsed. Teachers focus their attention on their daily work with our students. Teachers and grade levels send out a weekly communication with important information that should be read by parents. The Mustang Bulletin is an important email communication that is sent out every Monday to keep parents informed and is accessible from the school website. Archived editions of the Mustang Bulletin are also available on the school website.
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