Bird's Word for November 21, 2024

Reminder: No School – November 28 & 29 or December 2

What a fun week it has been. Student Wellness week brought fun and heart healthy learning for all. Thank you for participating in our Wellness Week Challenge. More fun will happen next week as our Falcon Families gather on Tuesday for our annual Falcon Bingo.

Next Wednesday, November 27th will mark the end of our first trimester. We will have had 57 days of learning and growing. It is so sweet to see our kindergartners celebrate their 50th day this week as they noted being 50 days smarter. Monday, December 2nd is a day teachers will prepare report cards and progress reports that will be sent home with your child/ren next Thursday, December 5th. To determine how students are progressing in meeting grade level standards teachers will review multiple pieces of information that they have gathered through the trimester. Please reach out to your child's teacher, if you have any questions after reviewing the report card.

As we approach the end of the trimester, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to each of you. Your support and involvement have been vital to our school community, helping us create an enriching environment for our students.

Thank you for your commitment, whether it's volunteering at events, participating in school activities, or encouraging your children in their learning journey. Your partnership means the world to us and plays a crucial role in our students’ success.

Let’s continue to foster this spirit of gratitude as we work together to inspire our children every day. Wishing you and your families a wonderful fall break filled with joy and appreciation.

Mark your calendars:

6th Grade Arts Showcase (vocal music, orchestra, band and art):

December 4 at 2:10pm and December 5 at 6:00pm

Kindergarten: TBD (will be scheduled for late May or early June)

1st Grade: May 13, 1:30 and 6:00pm

2nd Grade: April 10, 10:45am and 6:00pm

3rd Grade: May 1st, 11:25am and 6:00pm

4th Grade: February 13th, 9:10am and 6:00pm

5th Grade: January 30, 9:55am and 6:00pm

Please remember to label your student(s)' items: backpacks, Case-Its, jackets, snowpants, water bottles, mittens and hats! This helps lost items find their way to the owner and keeps our Lost & Found from becoming a mountain of clothing.

Falcon Bingo is coming up November 26th and we are looking for four volunteers to come in from 1:45-3:00pm to help at the prize tables. Please call the school office to sign up: 651-646-0021 or email Louise at louise.portuese@isd623.org. Thanks!

Show your Falcon pride and raise money for the school by purchasing some hoodies, t-shirts, sweatpants and more! We've got a new hoodie design this year as well as Falcon gloves and hats! We even have the super popular insulated tumbler back this year!

Both adult and kids sizes are available!

You can shop the online store through November 25th at noon. Paper forms will be sent home next week. Cash or check (to Falcon Heights PTA) accepted for the paper forms.

NOTE: our online vendor (Zeffy) doesn't charge any processing fees but likes to assume a contribution to support the service. You are able to change the percentage (even to 0%) when entering in your payment information.

Please reach out the PTA if you have any questions! Thanks to Alex Maland for all of her work setting up our Spirit Wear!

Attention All Caregivers! Fed up with today's politics? There IS a better way. Will you join us? FFEJ & FHE- PTA are partnering with Braver Angels (https://braverangels.org/) who is leading the nation’s largest cross-partisan, volunteer-led movement to bridge the partisan divide for the good of our democratic republic. Join us on:

• Date: Wednesday, December 18
• Time: 7-9pm
• Location: Falcon Heights Elementary Library (Available in-person and online)
• Childcare available? YES!
• Cost: FREE
• RSVP: Let us know that you’ll join us – https://partiful.com/e/TuHB6Glti8T8IAjhGAvl

In this workshop, participants learn about the values and concerns of those who differ from them politically. It teaches essential skills for communicating across difference and finding common ground with peers/family members/neighbors. This is a great time to refresh your skills before the winter holiday gatherings commence. This event is open & welcome to all people. See you there!

Thank you to everyone who supported the book fair! Your generosity helps provide new books and enrich our library & classrooms, fostering a love of reading in our students. We appreciate your contribution and are grateful for your continued support! Happy reading! 📚✨

Scientific research recognizes the importance of gratitude in managing stress, anxiety, and depression. Noticing and expressing gratitude trains your brain to notice and appreciate the good things which can shift your life experience tremendously. Consider this, “Gratitude can increase your happiness and wellbeing, life satisfaction, even overall health while decreasing (symptoms of) anxiety, depression, and anger. It can be a powerful practice to cultivate, especially if you struggle with anxiety or depression.” Some ways you can practice gratitude include keeping a gratitude journal, making a mental list at bedtime of things you are thankful for that day, expressing gratitude to others, meditation, and keeping a “bigger picture” perspective. (https://adaa.org/).

Angie McCoy, Health Assistant:
angela.mccoy@isd623.org
651-724-6556 (Health Office main line)

Alaina Bohl, Licensed School Nurse:
alaina.bohl@isd623.org
651-724-6541

Have you read through our newest Adult Enrichment catalog? Check out the digital catalog online today to see our new classes, events, resources, and more! Physical copies of the catalog will begin arriving in mailboxes early December.

CLICK HERE to read the digital catalog! 📲

Registration is NOW OPEN for winter swim lessons! Does your child know how to swim and stay safe around water? Would you like to learn how to swim? It's never too late! Roseville Community Education offers swim lessons for youth ages 9 months - 14 years old, and adults and teens ages 15+!

Class fill quickly, so we recommend registering early! Unsure of which level to register your child for? Call 651-604-3763.

CLICK HERE to register. 📲

Join our Early Childhood Program in celebrating 50 years of ECFE in the state of Minnesota! We'll have crafts, activities, cookies, and interactive live music at this free event. All families with young children are invited!

Event attendees will get special access to REGISTER EARLY for our next session of ECFE classes - only available from 10:30-11:30am at this event!

🗓 Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 10:30 - 11:30am

📍Aŋpétu Téča Education Center (1910 County Road B W in Roseville)

CLICK HERE to RSVP and learn more! 📲

Calling all builders, inventors, and creative thinkers! Bring your whole family for an evening of creativity and teamwork at our first Family LEGO Night! Unleash your imagination and build unique creations using everyone's favorite building blocks. Spots are limited, so register early.

Enjoy team challenges, LEGO-themed prizes, and family fun for all ages and skill levels. Create your own LEGO mini-fig to bring home! There will also be an optional LEGO swap table at the event. Bring in your gently used LEGO sets to swap them for others that are new to you! Light refreshments and snacks will be available for purchase.

🌀 $45 per team (up to 4 people)

🌀 $5 per additional person

🌀 Monday, December 9 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.

CLICK HERE to register, or call 651-604-3770 📲