Hudlow Talefeathers
December 1, 2023
Principal Corner
Character Strong December Theme - EMPATHY
We’re talking all about Empathy this month! Empathy is 1 way we can show Kindness. It means understanding and connecting to other people’s feelings. We can connect with others in many ways, like listening carefully when a friend is telling you something about themselves, being a friend when someone is sad, and showing that you want to understand how they feel. Look for opportunities to understand and connect with others this month!
Hudlow Testing Schedule
DIBELS- Kinder- 3rd grade started today-
District Writing Assessment - 2nd - 5th grade December 4th
District Reading Assessment 2nd - 5th grade December 11th
District Math Assessment 2nd - 5th grade December 18th
Please make sure your child is rested, has had a good morning and on time for these important dates.
OMA 4th and 5th grade Orchestra and Band Performance
Friday, Dec 8, 2023, 08:30 AM
502 N Caribe Pl, Tucson, AZ, USA
Empathy Emotional Journal (suggestions )
On a piece of 8.5×11 piece of paper. Have your child fold it four times horizontally accordion-style so there are five even spaces for them to write in. Over the next week, have them respond to the prompt near the end of the day to keep an ongoing Emotional Journal.
- Day 1: Write one sentence about how you felt today. Write another sentence sharing why.
- Day 2: Write your feelings today as a simile. I felt as _____ as a _____ today because _____.
- Day 3: Draw a picture of your feelings today.
- Day 4: Write a haiku about your feelings today. 5 syllables, 7 syllables, 5 syllables.
- Day 5: Draw a comic about your feelings with at least 3 frames telling a short story of how you got to the end of the day.
Slip into a Good Book
Donations needed
We are still needing donations of slippers for our students. In order for our event to be successful, we must have slippers or comfy socks for all of our students. Please let us know if you have any to donate. We THANK YOU in advance for your support!
This event will take place on December 18, 2023.
Hudlow Electronics Policy
Just in case your son / daughter recently received a new cell phone, iPod, or other electronic device, I want to remind students and parents of our Cell Phone – Electronics Policy. If you choose to allow your child to bring a cell phone or portable electronic device to school, please review this policy with your child. Remember that Hudlow or our staff are not responsible for lost or damaged items. We encourage students to use the school phones to communicate with parents during school hours if in case of an emergency. *We do not allow students to use cell phones, Smart Watches, iPads or video games during instructional or lunch hours at school. All cell phones and electronic devices must be turned into the office for safe keeping, and they must remain there during the entire instructional school day.
If a student is seen using one of these devices or if it goes off during class, the item will be sent to the office to be locked in a secure location. The student will be responsible for picking up the cell phone or device. The parent will need to come to school to pick up the cell phone during office hours of 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM, after second offense. The students will receive the following consequences for the cell phone:
First Offense Reminder of school rules – warning – student pick up phone at end of day
Second Offense One Day lunch detention and parent picks up phone from office
Third Offense Three days of lunch detention- parent picks up from office
All personal items brought from home are the responsibility of the student. Students are responsible for keeping their backpack with them and secure at all times. Thank you for reviewing this policy with your child. We want to provide your child with an optimum learning environment and appreciate your support.
Teacher Pool - Elementary 2023-2024 School Year
If you or anyone you know is interested in a teacher position at Hudlow or TUSD, please look at the credentials needed and the link.
https://jobs.tusd1.org/teacher-pool-elementary-effective-2023-2024-school-year/job/24489445
Lil' Shopper Shoppe
The Holidays are near...and, as a special service, our school is hosting a Lil' Shopper's Shoppe. Students will have the opportunity to pick out their own inexpensive, high-quality gifts for family and friends. December 5 - 20 from 7:30 - 7:45 and then again from 1:30 - 2:30 PM.
The students will be able to view the items on Monday and make a wish list. Please look for the flyer and envelope in their backpacks.
The Lil' Shopper's Shoppe is a program designed for children to shop on their own at school, in a safe, non-commercial environment. they can learn to budget their money and spend wisely, while also experiencing the "Joy of Giving."
The shoppe will be set up in the school and will be run by parents and grandparent volunteer. Gifts are priced for a child's budget, ranging from approximately $0.35 to $10.00.
Gift Certificates - Available at holidayshop.org/giftcert Gift Certificates are a great option if you prefer to use a credit card instead of sending your child to school with cash. In addition, you can email family members to sponsor your child. A sponsor/ family member can purchase the gift certificate online and have it emailed back to you for your child to use at the holiday shop.
PAX- Leader
Ask your son or daughter if they know what a PAX Leader is. Hudlow Hawks have been learning about PAX (Peace) and how to regulate their actions and behaviors in order to obtain Peace in the classroom. Teachers and staff are trained to use Harmonicas to call the students attention. Students are responding using the peace sign up in the air and quieting down to listen to the next set of directions.
• Tucson Unified STEP-UP Schools Expo
Wednesday, December 6th from 5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m. at the Tucson Convention Center- Exhibition Hall. Staff, please remind your students and families of the annual upcoming free districtwide Tucson Unified Schools Expo. All Schools and programs will be present to meet families and enrollment ambassadors to schedule school tours or register students on-site. (see attached event fliers in English & Spanish).
Welcome Miss Riley
My name is Riley Aldrich (or Miss Riley), and I am a master's level student at the University of Arizona. I'm currently working on my MA in Counseling with a specialization in School Counseling, and I previously completed my bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Neuroscience & Cognitive Science at the UA. I'm excited to join Hudlow Elementary as an intern in January of 2024 as I complete my school counseling practicum. I'm originally from the Chicago suburbs, and I love living in Tucson because I can be outside for most of the year. I enjoy reading, going on walks, and baking in my spare time. It is such an honor to be able to work with the Hudlow Elementary staff next semester, and I look forward to getting to know the students and families.