SES Student Advocate Newsletter

As we approach the end of another wonderful school year, I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support and partnership. It has been a joy working with your children, helping them grow socially, emotionally, and academically through our lessons and individual supports.

In our final lessons of the year, all students will participate in an "End -of-Year" lesson, which will help them reflect on their growth and achievements. We will focus on important skills like:

• Celebrating successes and identifing at least one reason he/she felt proud of him/herself this year (Kindergarten - 5th students)
• Identifying one goal for next year (Kindergarten - 5th students)
• Identifying a challenge or struggle that he/she overcame this year (2nd - 5th students)
• Identifying one area of confidence developed this year (2nd - 5th students)
• Managing transitions and preparing for the next grade level (3rd - 5th students)
• Writing an encouraging message for their peers as they leave the year (3rd - 5th students)

In addition to our end-of-year theme, kindergarten and first grade students will participate in a special lesson on "Telling vs. Tattling." Through stories, discussions, and role-playing activities, students will learn:

• The difference between telling (reporting something important to keep someone safe) and tattling (trying to get someone in trouble for small issues)
• How to decide when to seek adult help
• Ways to solve small problems independently using "big kid" strategies

This lesson empowers our youngest students to make safe, responsible decisions and to advocate for themselves and others appropriately.

While summer break is near, the lessons and skills your children have learned this year will continue to grow with them. I encourage you to reinforce these messages at home by:

• Celebrating perseverance and effort

• Practicing problem-solving skills together

• Having open conversations about handling peer conflicts respectfully

Last month, we focused on career exploration. Students participated in a lesson and activities to help them discover their interests and talents, explore careers, and understand how they connect to their futures.

Thank you again for entrusting me to be a part of your child's journey. I wish you all a safe, joyful, and relaxing summer! 🌞

Warmly,

Kim Hasty, M.S.

SES Student Advocate

As we enter the final few weeks of school, it's important that we all continue to work together to focus on making sure that students are at school and on-time each day. If any family has questions or is having issues getting their child to school on-time, every day, please reach out to your child's teacher and/or me or Mrs. Dietz. We will work with you to figure out ways to assist you and support your child. Thank you for working with us in prioritizing your child's attendance!

As we wrap up the school year, I want to thank you for the opportunity to support your child. It's been a privilege working with your child as they've grown socially, emotionally, and academically. Throughout the year, students participated in classroom lessons on topics such as friendship, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and kindness. In the final weeks of school, we will focus on reflection, celebrate growth, and prepare for a successful transition to the next grade level. I'm proud of the progress our students have made and hope they carry these skills into summer and beyond. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me for services and assistance to meet your child's needs.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Kim

Email: kimberly.hasty@fcstn.net

Website: https://sewanee.fcstn.net

Location: 209 University Avenue, Sewanee, TN 37375

SES Main Phone: (931) 598-5951

Office Phone: (931) 361-0090