Family Notes 24-25

Dear Parents,

We are excited to offer a new opportunity for you to purchase exclusive SWAG for your House! Whether your student is looking to show their pride or support, these items will be a great addition to your collection.

If you're interested, you can browse and purchase through this link: https://store.ronclarkacademy.com/pages/houses

Step into a world of enchantment at our Ties and Tiaras Dance! On February 8th, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, join us for an unforgettable afternoon filled with elegance, laughter, and fun. Each student is cordially invited to bring two adult guests to share in the magic. Tickets for entry will be sent home with your student, so don't miss out!

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How to Support the Learning Process from Home

1. 1. On-time arrival: Promotes following school schedules, classroom expectations and ready for instruction. When students are chronically late, they miss out on breakfast and instruction; potentially causing more stress throughout the day. Breakfast ends and class starts promptly at 7:40.

1. 2. Communication: via Class Dojo, text, emails and phone calls to stay in the know of what is going on. Students perform better when school and home are aligned.

1. 3. Following a nightly routine at home: A consistent schedule at home helps students get in the habit of doing so at school.

2. A nightly routine can include:

• Seated activity time such as homework or task.
• Play time w/limited screen time.
• Dinner
• Shower/Bath
• Bedtime using calming activity such as reading.

1. 4. Limited screen time: Too much time on the phone or tablet can cause obesity, sleep irregularity, chronic neck and back problems, depression, anxiety and lower test scores in children. Monitor what is being watched: Limit social media and shows that depict violence; kids can often mimic actions they see as ways to handle conflict and emotions. Be aware that some shows can be disguised as kid friendly, but are not (Rainbow Friends, Road Blox, Fortnite, etc.)

1. 5. Teach and model: Kids learn from adults. It is important to teach and model how to be kind to others, emotional regulation and safe and effective conflict resolution.

Erin Wallace, Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate

Behavior Support Specialist

Erin Wallace, LPC-A

• February 5th: 100 Days of School
• February 6th: Emergent Bilingual Family Night
• February 8th: Ties and Tiaras Dance
• February 9th-13th: BHM Spirit Week
• February 14th: Valentines Day Dance
• February 17th: Presidents Day NO SCHOOL
• February 27th: BHM Program
• March 6th: Spring Dance

Sparks seek opportunities to be kind to each other knowing that we must work together to create a joyful community.

Each week teachers choose 1 student from their class to receive the Core Value award. Students who receive the Core Value Award, get to Party with the Principal.

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