Glacier Ridge Gazette

August 18, 2023

September 6, 2024

DR. KURTY'S CORNER

E + R = O

The other day while driving, a car pulled out in front of me and I had to brake fairly hard. It’s something that happens to many of us all the time. I immediately felt frustration and annoyance towards the other person. It was as though they were being selfish by making me slow down so they could get where they were going sooner. I find this to be true with a lot of situations in our world today. In my younger days, I may have had a different response than I did this day. I’ll refrain from going into detail about what exactly my reaction would have been. However, I’m sure you can imagine. I’m older now and I’ve learned about what I can control and what I can’t. In this case, I could not control the car pulling out, but could control my response and mindset about it.

During the first few weeks of school, Mrs. Orem and I went to every classroom to talk about E + R = 0 with students. This concept comes from our R Factor, which focuses on culture and mindset. The R-Factor equips our students with the mindset and skill set to be intentional about the way they think and respond to events in their lives. The R-Factor is a simple equation. E+R=O (Event + Response = Outcome). Students will learn that they cannot always control events that happen in their lives, but they can control how they respond in order to get the outcomes that they want. The R-Factor helps our students communicate, make decisions, manage their emotions, and interact with others positively.

E + R = O is a concept that we can all benefit from. I use it in my daily life as a leader, husband, and a dad…..and certainly while driving. Reacting out of frustration doesn’t solve the problem of the car pulling out, it already happened. I’ve learned over the years that no matter what role I’m playing at the time, reacting out of emotion, rarely produces a quality outcome. Don’t get me wrong, I want to yell and scream at the person in the car, but that outcome never brings any good, especially if it is someone that I know in the car.

Happy weekend,

Pete Kurty, Ed. D

Principal

Three part series about how we inadvertently treat children differently Part 3: Parents are teachers too Expect growth, not perfection. My generation constantly heard the phrase, “There’s no such thing as perfection.” That concept is absolutely true. I’m not sure exactly why or where that phrase originated from. As adults, we certainly know that to be true. High achievers also know that perfection is an impossible outcome. I’m not a perfect principal, father, husband, or leader. However, we sometimes expect children to be perfect - especially during a time when they are just learning how to navigate life and new skills. Children make mistakes….a lot of them. Not only that, but they should make mistakes. That is how they best learn how to navigate life, problem solve, and build resilience for adversity. Teach, don’t tell: When my children were younger, it was much easier to tell them what to do and how to do it. They would often listen because they understood the authoritative structure of child and parent. However, now that I have two young teenagers, just telling them what to do because I’m the parent doesn’t work any more. Furthermore, telling someone something is not a good teaching strategy either. As parents, we are teachers. Telling and giving information is NOT teaching. When someone can understand the concert, apply the skill, think abstractly about it, and then apply it in a variety of new situations, that is the teaching and learning process. It’s easier said than done (especially with teens AND adults). However, that is the most effective process. Enforce growth & reflection, not outcome: Because we have navigated life for decades, we often forget that children are just learning how to do things for the first time. As a child, you are often doing many things in life for the first time. When doing something for the first time, being good at it initially is a rarity, let alone perfect (which is impossible). Instead of expecting perfection, look for growth and reflection. I have found that my children will often just want to do it the way they want to. Schoolwork is a common example. You would think that having my doctorate would make me an expert in teaching children. Regardless, my children don’t see it that way. Instead of portraying that I know what I’m talking about, I ask them reflective questions to get them to plan and explain what they think they need to do. I force them to reflect and plan ahead of time. What is your goal? What do you want from doing this or this way)? Why do you think this is the best way/plan? What are there things that could go wrong? I’m here to support you and I believe in you. What can I do to help you? Afterwards, regardless of whether the outcome was positive or detrimental, we try to reflect. This is often harder because the children are anticipating a parent lecture. So navigate this with caution and don’t force it. They often know their shortcomings and just don’t want to talk about it. I’m proud of you for carrying out your plan. Is there something I could have done differently to help you? (This shows that you are a team and support them in failure and success). What did you plan that went well? What would you plan differently next time? Feedback: Feedback is an important part of learning as well. Again, in the younger years, it is easier. However, that is what also allows adults to just give feedback in a way that we wouldn’t want as adults. If I try something new for the first time at work, I certainly wouldn’t want my boss to just give me constructive feedback. Instead provide balanced feedback and couple it with the reflective questions above. Teaching and learning is about growth and ownership. If someone just tells me what to do, I don’t have any ownership in it. Growth and change occurs more out of strengths than deficits. In other words, I’m more likely to build on my strengths and success than the things that are harder for me to change. Therefore, begin with the reflective questions above and then feedback about what was positive and successful. Follow that with the reflection questions about what to change and feedback. End with a supportive question to show your support and care. Don’t forget to incorporate conversation, questions, and feedback about their effort. Sometimes they have a great plan, but the outcome wasn’t as expected. Therefore, reinforce the amount and quality of the effort that they put in, and don’t focus solely on the outcome. We are growing and learning as parents, too. We make mistakes and it’s okay for our kids to know that. That allows them to see that making mistakes themselves is okay. However, we all must learn and grow from those mistakes. Ironically, it is better for them to know that a perfect parent doesn’t exist either. Sincerely, Pete Kurty, Ed. D Principal

GLACIER RIDGE INFORMATION

Redistricting Information

Dublin City Schools is committed to keeping our community informed as we navigate the redistricting process. As such, we are providing the most current information on our website for families. This section of the website will include information about upcoming redistricting events and recordings from past events, as well as general information and frequently asked questions. The page will be updated as new information becomes available.

Tiger Trot: Friday, September 20

We have officially kicked off our BIGGEST fundraiser of the year, Tiger Trot! We still have three weeks left to donate!

GRE focuses on coming together as one school community, so our fundraiser strives to have 100% schoolwide participation. Participation means donating any dollar amount - large or small. The funds raised this year during this half-day filled with activities focusing on kindness, empathy, tiger conservation and community go to support school events, classroom enrichment activities, supplies/books for the classroom and staff appreciation to name a few things.

Check your student’s bookbag this week for the Tiger Trot informational flier, including a link to volunteer during the event, or view here for all of the details – 2024 Tiger Trot Information Flier!

To make a donation, visit: https://pledgestar.com/grepto/ and register your student!

Student Panorama Survey

During the weeks of September 19 to October 1, Dublin City Schools students in Grades 3-12 will participate in a questionnaire asking their perceptions about school and student support. Click HERE for complete parent information regarding the survey. You may click HERE to request your child opt out of taking the survey.

If you have questions about how this questionnaire helps us meet District goals or the process we use, please contact Dublin City Schools’ Director of Student Wellness, Tyler Wolfe at wolfe_tyler@dublinschools.net

Student Flu Vaccine Clinic

Dublin City Schools will be providing students who are at least 7 years old with the opportunity to receive flu shots at their school. Glacier Ridge's Flu Clinic for students will be on 10/10/24, from 12:00 PM-2:00 PM.

If you would like your child to receive a flu vaccine on 10/10/24 at Glacier Ridge Elementary School, please complete the consent form here. You must complete Section 1, Section 2, and Section 3 (questions 2-11) on page 1 of the consent form, as well as the insurance information (if insured) on page 2 of the form. We ask that you return this completed consent form to your school clinic by October 8, 2024.

*Please note, your child must be at least 7 years old to receive a flu vaccine through Dublin City Schools.

Please look here to view the complete Flu Clinic Schedule offered by Dublin City Schools.

Library Notifications

As part of the annual back to school update, parents were asked if they would like to receive an email notification of their student’s book checkout. If you opted in to receiving email notifications for your student’s book checkout, the ability for him/her to independently check out a book will not be an option. A media specialist or library aide will need to check out the books allowing them to send an email receipt.

If you no longer wish to receive these notifications, please complete this form. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact our school media specialist or building administrator.

Girls on the Run – Fall Season 2024

Final day to register is September 11 for 3rd - 5th grade girls

Girls on the Run inspires individuals of all abilities to discover, build, and grow their self-confidence. Together, they experience a sense of belonging and connection as a team. Volunteer coaches facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development, including managing emotions, fostering friendships, and expressing empathy. At the end of the season, the team completes a Community Impact Project and a 5K together, which provides a tangible sense of accomplishment and sets a confident mindset into motion.

The Girls on the Run team at Glacier Ridge is preparing for the upcoming Fall 2024 season. We have 8 volunteer coaches ready to help lead the fall session. We will meet twice a week after school on Monday and Weds, with each session ending at 5:30pm.

The first session in Monday, September 16 and culminates in a 5k event on November 23.

Online registration is August 28 - September 11. Visit Girls on the Run Central Ohio to learn more and to register. For more information contact Shelly Beiting at SBeiting10@gmail.com or see this flyer.

Let Me Run – Fall Season 2024

Registration opening soon for 4th and 5th grade boys at Glacier Ridge Elementary

Let Me Run is a nonprofit wellness program that inspires boys to be themselves, be active, and belong. With a comprehensive curriculum that applies the power of running, the program encourages boys to develop their psychological, emotional and social health, in addition to their physical health. Twice a week for seven weeks, two trained volunteer coaches lead the boys through practice. Designed to amplify confidence, self-expression, and respect for others, each practice includes a lesson from the Let Me Run curriculum that incorporates running, games and activities. Each fall and spring season culminates in a 5k race festival that celebrates the boys’ personal growth.

The Let Me Run team at Glacier Ridge is preparing for the upcoming Fall 2024 season. The previous Spring season at Glacier Ridge was a huge success. We placed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in our age group at the Spring 5K run. All our Glacier Ridge boys finished the 5k full of enthusiasm, pride and with lots of smiles. We will be running the program at Glacier Ridge again this Fall season for 4th and 5th grade boys.

Our first run of the new season will be on Tuesday September 24th. We will be running twice a week after school on every Tuesday and Friday, with each session finishing at 5:15. The Fall season will finish 7 weeks later with our “End of the season 5K” on Saturday November 9th.

Online registration for the Fall season will open at 8am, August 26th. Visit LetMeRun.org to register. For more information contact Alan Roberts

(alan.roberts9876@gmail.com)

SIGN UP & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Parent/Guardian Volunteer Background Check

SECURE VOLUNTEER BADGE - Dublin City Schools takes the safety of our students and staff seriously and requires a background check for all volunteers interacting with students. In order to attend field trips or volunteer in the classroom, you much go through the background check process. The process is free and easy and takes only a few minutes to complete. This is required for any parents or caregivers wishing to volunteer with students.

Morning Tiger Student Announcements

Would you like to start your day saying “Hello!” to everyone at Glacier Ridge in the morning? Are you in 2nd thru 5th grade? Then sign up to read the morning announcements! If you would like to find out more about this opportunity and sign up to be a Tiger Student Announcer then go to this link via SignUp Genius: Morning Tiger Student Announcements

Students can sign up only 1 time per week.

Glacier Ridge Student Greeter Team

Glacier Ridge Elementary believes in creating a caring and comfortable environment for it's community of learners. This begins as students enter the front doors of the school in the morning. Sign up your child to be a greeter. Students gain confidence, become leaders, and learn how to present themselves in a positive way.

Click on this link to find out more specific information.

GRE EVENTS

Upcoming GRE Events

September 18th- Fall Picture Day

September 18th- PTO General Meeting @ 10am (virtual)

September 20th- Tiger Trot

September 27th- PTO sponsored Fall Festival @ Leeds Farm

September 30th- Yearbook art contest begins

October 10th- Student flu shot clinic

October 14th- Yearbook art contest ends

October 16th- Family conferences night 1

October 18th- No School (staff professional day)

October 23rd- Picture day make-ups

October 24th- Family conferences night 2

October 28th- Operation Kids for Troops collection begins

October 31st- Harvest party

November 1st- Feed the Kids candy collection begins

November 2nd- PTO cookie dough & pastry sale begins

November 3rd- Daylight savings day

Subscribe to the GRE Google Community Calendar

DISTRICT UPDATES

Nominate a Deserving DCS Staff Member!
The Golden Shamrock Award, established by Dublin City Schools in 1990, recognizes two exceptional employees seven times a year. Open to all staff, winners are surprised at work and honored at a Board of Education meeting. Nominations, accepted year-round from anyone, are reviewed by a committee of community and business representatives. For details or to nominate, visit the Golden Shamrock Award webpage. First-semester nomination deadlines for 2024-25 are September 20, October 25, and November 15.

Dine & Donate with Rusty Bucket on September 16th!
Support LiFEsports by dining at any Rusty Bucket location on Monday, September 16, 2024. When you use code LIFESPORTS16 for online orders or dine in, 15% of your bill will be donated to the

From the City of Dublin

Emerald Connector Public Meeting

The Emerald Connector is a proposed crossing over I-270 from Tuller Road to Emerald Parkway, providing vital access to quality health care and jobs, while preserving mobility in Dublin and northwest Columbus. Join a public meeting 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, in Council Chamber. A virtual meeting option will also be available. Learn more.

Self-Empower with Self-Defense

Experience an interactive self-defense class with Dublin Police officers on Sept. 10. Boost your confidence and equip yourself with essential skills for personal safety. Register here.

Reduce the Stigma, Save Lives

It’s Suicide Prevention Month — Hear from the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation and Dublin Police during an afternoon of community support around mental health awareness. Crown Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Dublin hosts the event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7. Find out more details.

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AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

To help students discover their interests and enrich their learning, Dublin City Schools partners with local businesses and community organizations to offer After School Activities outside of school hours. These experiences, which vary in content, time, location, and cost, are taught by course instructors employed by a sponsoring business or organization.

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Going to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade? What To Know Get ready for Dublin's St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 9! Plan where you'll watch by checking out the parade route and accessible parking. The City is also partnering with Central Ohio Safe Ride for discounted Lyft rides to or from the parade and Downtown Dublin. Get the Lyft code and find your spot. Dublin Is an Exceptional Community Because of YOU You’re invited to the State of the City from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14, at The Exchange in Bridge Park. Hear from your City Council, public servants and fellow neighbors about Dublin’s successes and what’s to come this year and in the future. All are welcome to attend. RSVP today! We Need Your Input on the DCRC Refresh Join us for the third and final DCRC Refresh Engagement Session from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, at the Dublin Community Recreation Center in Talla 1. A presentation from the designer will begin at 6 p.m. Guests will have an hour after the presentation to walk around, see different design renderings up close and ask questions in an open house-style session. Can't make it? Share your feedback here.

GRE CONTACT INFORMATION

Attendance

If your child will be absent from school, please email our attendance line at gres_attendance@dublinschools.net.

Glacier Ridge Elementary

Email: glacierridge_info@dublinschools.net
Website: https://glacier.dublinschools.net/
Location: 7175 Glacier Ridge Boulevard, Dublin, OH, USA
Phone: 614.733.0012
Twitter: @greDCSD

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