Hailey Parent Update

• 16 CISD Art Show @ Central Office
  
• 20 Read for a Better Life - check grade level newsletters for classroom activities
• 21 Hailey PTA Meeting 6:00pm
• 21-31 Hailey PTA Spirit Days at Dairy Queen
• 27 Author visit - Matt the Shark Guy
  
• 27 Hailey PTA Spirit Day @ Chipotle

October

• 1-Dec 15 CISD GT application window
• Oct 2 - Nov 9 Hailey PTA Charleston Wrap Fundraiser - info coming soon!
• 6 Staff Development Day - No School
  
• 9 School Holiday
• 13 iWalk to School Day
• 14 Hailey Choir performs at Grogan's Mill Farmer's Market
• 16-19 Book Fair in the library
• 17 Hailey PTA Sprit Night Chick Fil A (Sawdust location)
• 19 Kindergarten Field Trip to 7 Acre Woods
• 19 5:00-7:00pm Book Fair Family Night
• 19 5:30 PTA Meeting in music room
• 19 CISD Bond Information immediately following the PTA meeting
• 19 6:00pm Math/Science Night

Matt "The Shark Guy" Marchant is coming to Hailey Elementary on Wednesday, September 27. Matt is a shark photographer, shark author, and shark conservationist. His book series Learn about Sharks is written to share his love of sharks with the younger generation. Matt will speak to all grade levels at Hailey (PK-4) during his visit. If you would like to order one of Matt's books, please use the link below. All orders must be received by September 22.

The library is in need of parent volunteers to work one shift a week or one shift every other week. Library volunteers help check out books to students, return books to the shelves, and work on specials projects. Volunteering in the library is a great way to meet other parents and get involved with the school.

Morning Volunteer Shift

8:20 - 10:50

Classes include Grades 1-3.

Afternoon Volunteer Shift

1:10 - 2:50

Classes include Kindergarten and 4th grade.

Pre-K volunteers work on an as needed basis.

If you are interested in volunteering in the library, please complete the Conroe ISD Volunteer Application at https://apps.conroeisd.net/volunteer/ and email Mrs. Puller at kpuller@conroeisd.net.

As you know, we are kicking off our District Cell Phone Committee to evaluate our current guidelines and recommendation by the School Health Advisory Mental Health Subcommittee. We have created a survey to allow all of our families to engage in this process and to help guide the committee as they work to evaluate our guidelines. This survey will close Friday, September 15th.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZKLRV96

We have also created a website (https://www.conroeisd.net/school-cell-phone-committee/) to keep everyone updated throughout the process. We will post agendas, presentations, and any other information shared with the committee.

You don't want to miss out on all the fun with the Hailey iWalk. It is just around the corner!

• When-Friday, October 13, 2023
• Where-Grogan's Mill Village Center parking lot
• Arrival Time-7:00-7:15
• Walk Time-7:15-7:30

• PK, 2nd, and 4th grade lunch visits are on Monday and Wednesday.
• Kindergarten, 1st, and 3rd grade lunch visits on Tuesday and Thursday.
• Fridays are for working parents.

Lunch Visitor Policy

Safety is a top priority in CISD and at Hailey Elementary School. All lunch visitors must be listed as an Emergency Contact or accompanied by a parent. If a visitor arrives who is not on the Emergency Card they will not be allowed to have lunch with the student. Please be aware of this policy.

Hailey staff will monitor the number of visitors to several grade levels. Due to space issues, lunches for several grades may become sign up only.

October 1st marks the opening of the GT REFERRAL WINDOW. Parents, teachers, counselors, and administration can refer any student for GT testing. We will be collecting referral forms from October 2 - December 15, 2023. Please ask your child's teacher for a GT referral form.

WATCH D.O.G.S.® (Dads Of Great Students) is a family and community engagement educational initiative. There are 2 primary goals of the WATCH D.O.G.S. program:

1. To provide positive male role models for the students, demonstrating by their presence that education is important.
2. To provide extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security and reduce bullying.

We believe that all of us want the same things for our kids and these values unite us. This program serves to bring communities closer together based on these values-based goals. Ultimately, our purpose is to change the country for the better by doing our small part to provide support to our educators and encouragement to our children.

Follow the steps below to get started!

1. Complete the CISD Volunteer Application.
2. Contact Mrs. Dumlao to schedule a date to volunteer at mdumlao@conroeisd.net
   
3. Optional: Order your official Watch DOG shirt at the Watch DOG store.

Fun Fact: Out of the 622 students enrolled in Hailey, only 432 families have a PAC account! A PAC (Parent Access Center) allows parent access to school information about their child. By logging into Parent Access, you can check your child's grades, assignments, and attendance.

To access your child’s information online you must register for an account.

Please go to the following link and follow the directions below:

http://www.conroeisd.net

Click the “Student/Parent” tab

Click on “Parent Access Center”

Click “Register”

Preventing Childhood Obesity: 4 Things Families Can Do:

Childhood obesity is a complex disease with many contributing factors, including genetics, eating patterns, physical activity levels, and sleep routines. Conditions where we live, learn, work, and play can make healthy eating and getting enough physical activity difficult if these conditions do not support health.

About 1 in 5 American children has obesity. Compared to children with healthy weight, children with overweight or obesity are at a higher risk for asthma, sleep apnea, bone and joint problems, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. Adults with obesity have higher risks for stroke, many types of cancer, premature death, and mental illness, such as clinical depression and anxiety.
Though there is no one solution to addressing obesity, there are many ways parents and caregivers can help children have a healthy weight and set up lifelong healthy habits at home.

1. Model a Healthy Eating Pattern

Frozen and canned fruits and vegetables are often less expensive than fresh and still good for you.

Look for low sodium or no salt added vegetables and fruits packed in 100% fruit juice.

Adopting healthy eating patterns as a family helps children reach and maintain a healthy weight as they age. Eating a variety of vegetables and fruits, whole grains, lean protein foods, and low-fat and fat-free dairy products follows nutrition guidelines and sets your family up for optimal health.

Help your children get the nutrients they need by making half their plate fruits and vegetables. Help kids rethink their drink by replacing sugary drinks, such as soda, fruit drinks, and flavored milk, with water, 100% juice, or plain low-fat milk.

2. Move More as a Family

Physically active youth have stronger muscles and bones, better cardiovascular fitness, and lower body fat than those who are inactive. Children aged 3–5 years should be physically active throughout the day. Children aged 6–17 years need at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day.

Help your children move more and meet the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans by making it a family affair. Walking the family pet before and after school, riding bikes, and having races in the yard all count toward physical activity. Active chores, such as washing the car, vacuuming a room, or raking leaves, also count.

3. Set Consistent Sleep Routines

Good sleep helps prevent type 2 diabetes, obesity, injuries, and problems with attention and behavior. Kids who don’t get enough sleep are at risk for unhealthy weight gain. Researchers are still trying to learn how sleep is linked to weight gain. Some reasons might include causing a child to eat more or to be less physical active because of to lack of energy.

How much sleep do kids need?
Preschoolers need 11–13 hours of sleep per day, including naps. Children 6–12 years old need 9–12 hours of uninterrupted sleep a night, and youth 13–18 need 8–10 hours. Sticking to a consistent sleep schedule, including on weekends, can help children sleep better.

4. Replace Screen Time with Family Time

In young people, too much screen time can lead to poor sleep, weight gain, lower grades in school, and poor mental health. Reducing screen time can free up time for family activities and can remove cues to eat unhealthy food.

Turning screens off an hour before bed and removing screens from children’s bedrooms can help reduce screen time and improve sleep. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends creating a family media plan with examples of how to reduce screen time.

• Talk to your child’s healthcare provider if you’re concerned about potential health risks associated with excess weight. Families can adopt healthy routines together.

Conroe ISD is now hiring Teacher Aides in campuses across the district. If you are interested in a rewarding career and making a difference in the lives of students, click here!

https://bit.ly/ConroeISDTeacherAide

Sam K. Hailey Elementary

12051 Sawmill Road The Woodlands, TX 77380

Office: 832-663-4100 Fax: 832-663-4199 Bus Barn: 832-592-8800

The Conroe Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 3205 W. Davis, Conroe, Texas 77304; (936)-709-7700 and the Section 504/ADA Coordinator, 3205 W. Davis, Conroe, Texas 77304; (936) 709-7670.