Greenbriar Gazette 12/20/24
Podcast Episode 2: Play and Communication
Listen as Young Explorer's Early Childhood teacher Jen Andersen talks with Speech Language Pathologists Kelly Breen and Kate Tigue and Early Childhood Teacher Holly Osifalujo about the role of play in the development of communication skills. By the end of this podcast, we hope you, too, have an understanding of how to grow your child's communication skills through all types of play! Listen now or find it on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Amazon Music.
Hot Chocolate Challenge Is Back! *repeat*
We're excited to keep kids reading over the holiday break! Click on the flier below to learn more about the Hot Chocolate Challenge hosted by Mrs. Sanchez. Click here for the reading log to submit (link opens 12/21).
Exciting Service Projects Ahead! *repeat*
We are thrilled to announce some upcoming service projects to provide meaningful experiences for our students. Building on last year's amazing success, when our students packaged over 1,300 meals and created more than 1,600 bracelet kits for various organizations, we are eager to make this year even more impactful.
We are teaming up with several nonprofits to facilitate these projects again, and we kindly ask that you contribute to your student's participation (a suggested donation of $25 per student). This support will enable us to purchase materials and supplies necessary for our service activities, ensuring that each student can participate fully.
Together, we can instill the values of compassion and community service in our children while making a positive difference in the lives of others.
Register for Little Blackhawks
Northbrook Bluehawks are hosting Little Blackhawks again! This Learn-to-Play initiative aims to be the gold standard for youth hockey programs with the goal of inspiring more families to join the hockey community. It changes the way youth hockey is offered by providing first-time participants, between 4-9 years of age, head-to-toe equipment, age-appropriate instruction and certified coaching, led by NBHL coaches, in a fun and safe atmosphere.
Inclusion: What Every Parent Should Know
Come and get ideas to support your school community and help you partner with your child’s teacher. In this presentation, participants will learn about recent research on inclusive classrooms and be introduced to related supports, tools, and practices. Video clips, stories, and classroom examples will be used to answer questions such as “What is inclusion?”; "How does inclusion benefit all?"; and “How can I support my child’s inclusive education experience?”
Please Note: This is an in-person event!
Register for Spring League Softball
Northbrook Girls Softball Association House League is designed for instruction and inclusion. The program accepts Kindergarten through 8th grade girls regardless of their experience, ability, or residency. Having fun while participating in low-pressure fast-pitch softball instruction is the priority of the program.