Lions Ledger
Patriot Elementary School March 2019
A Message From Our Principal
Dear Patriot Families,
Spring is approaching and learning is in full swing here at the Patriot Elementary. As you may know, this is a time of year that students make the most academic and social learning improvements. Please join us in making school a priority. Very soon the weather will change with spring right around the corner. It can be challenging to keep our children focused on learning. What can you do to make school a top priority for your child? Keep these ideas in mind:
-Make attendance your number one priority. Let your child know that unless they are sick, they must attend school (and be on time.) Make an effort to schedule appointment after school hours.
-Show you care. Talk about school activities and projects. Make an effort to attend as many school events as you can.
-Remain positive. Try to set a positive example for your child, even when your own day has been challenging. If you show a positive attitude about your work, your child may feel better about their learning.
The following events at Patriot Elementary will be in March:
-Quarter 3 ends on March 8th, Report cards will be sent home on March 14th
-March 16th, Saturday – POMS Competition, Wasson HS, Time TBD
-Spring Break is right also right around the corner – March 25th – 29th
-March 18th – Fifth Grade Trauma Surgeon Event
-March 12th – Patriot Elementary Town Hall
Let’s make it a great month! Please remember to visit with any comments, celebrations, or concerns. We would love to have you at Patriot!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Canon, Principal
Patriot Elementary Mission:
“For every student to become a lifelong learner and a confident, productive member of society by providing an engaging, safe, and supportive academic community.”
YEARBOOKS On Sale!
Yearbook order form deadline March 22, 2019.
Cost of yearbooks are $15 and will be distributed the last week of school.
If you will be moving, we are happy to mail to you with a forwarding address.
If you would like to place an online order, you can do anytime between now and 3/20/19.
Go to: https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob
Yearbook ID Code: 12779119
Wise Words from Patriot Counseling
Perfectionism and your Gifted Student
In the field of psychology, perfectionism is a personality trait characterized by a person’s need to be impeccable and it is characterized by the person setting extremely high goals for him or herself. What perfectionism actually accomplishes is that the person becomes overly self-critical, cannot accept criticism from others, may be excessively compulsive, and may procrastinate to avoid failure. Perfectionism may lead to depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and other mental and emotional maladies.
How can adults help children overcome perfectionism and avoid the stress that can follow?
- · Create an environment of acceptance. Avoid the raised eyebrows if your child gets a B instead of an A.
- · Let your child know you appreciate them for who they are, not what they can be.
- · Let your child know it is okay to make mistakes. Seeing mistakes as an avenue for growth helps children learn to take a chance.
- · Give your child the courage to fail by offering solutions to problems only when it is clear they cannot solve it themselves.
- · Help your child learn how to manage time by teaching them to balance work and play.
Some great books to share with your child are:
“The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes” by Gary M. Rubinstein and Mark Pett
“Your Fantastic Elastic Brain” by JoAnne Deak, PhD
“The Most Magnificent Thing” by Ashley Spires
Holly “The Dog Lady” Niewinski, your school counselor, can be reached at 382-1460.
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
March
3/1 Read Across America
3/4-3/15 PTO Penny Wars
3/11 PTO Meeting @ 2:45 pm
3/13 Spring Pictures
3/11-3/19 Popcorn Sales; Delivery on 3/22
3/22 Yearbook Order Deadline
3/25-3/29 Spring Break
April
4/15 PTO Meeting @ 2:45 pm
Springbreak in Colorado
Here are just a few places to go and things to see during spring break:
Mesa Verde National Park www.nps.gov/meve
Rocky Mountain National Park www.nps.gov/romo
The Great Sand Dunes www.nps.gov/grsa/index.htm
Dinosaur National Monument www.nps.gov/dino
Celestial Seasonings Tea Company Tour www.celestialseasonings.com/visit-us/tea-tour
The Million Dollar Highway www.boxcanyonouray.com/activities/year-round-activities/million-dollar-highway
The Denver Puppet Theater www.denverpuppettheater.com
The North Pole northpolecolorado.com
Hammonds Candy Factory www.hammondscandies.com
Glenwood Hot Springs www.hotspringspool.com
Denver Museum of Nature and Science www.dmns.org
The Denver Mint www.usmint.gov/mint_tours
Bishops Castle www.roadsideamerica.com/story/2047
Casa Bonita www.casabonitadenver.com
Manitou Cliff Dwellings www.cliffdwellingsmuseum.com
The Colorado Wolf Sanctuary www.wolfeducation.org
The list goes on and on.
PTO Meeting
Childcare will be available for school-age students.
Monday, Mar 11, 2019, 02:45 PM
Patriot Elementary School Cafeteria
BOYS TOWN Education Model at Patriot
March~~Confidence
3/4-3/8 Asking For Help
3/11-3/15 Sharing Something
3/18-3/22 Accepting Compliments
Ever-Changing Colorado Weather
We encourage all students during the winter to dress in layers and always have jacket, hat and gloves in their backpacks.
In EXTREME weather we will send a message out about Red Flag dismissal process.
Join the PTO or SAAC
**Childcare provided in the gym; meetings will be in school cafeteria
SAAC/DAAC: Do you want to help plan a Vision for Patriot Elementary? Join the SAAC/DAAC Committee. Please contact Mrs. Canon for more information.
PATRIOT + PARENTS = SUCCESS
We Need You!!
March Volunteer Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0F44ADAC22A3FB6-march
D.O.G.S (Dads of Great Schools) was created by Patriot Staff to promote dads and positive male role models of students to help at our school. We have reserved dates we can use individuals at drop-off and pick-up, reading to students, and helping at recess. Patriot encourages any participation and we will send out messages to ask for volunteers. Research shows the importance of fathers and father-figures in the school setting, and the positive impact it has on academic, social/emotional, and linguistic success. Contact Mrs. Polyefko for more information at kpolyefko@ffc8.org.
Title 1
Peer Conflict, Mean Behavior, and Bullying. What is the Difference?
Talking with our children about these differences is very important in teaching how to handle these situations.
Click on the provided link to read more about the difference between peer conflicts, mean behavior, and bullying behavior.
Student Drop Off & Pick Up Procedures
NEW PROCEDURES ARE NOW IN PLACE
REMINDER: Please do not drop students off before 7:00 am as Patriot Staff supervision does not monitor until 7:00 am. Morning drop off is NOW IN THE BACK ONLY.
Breakfast students should be dropped off in back as well.
Pick up procedures have not changed.
Students should be picked up at their flag with the oldest sibling. If walking, students exit through the east gate on the black top.
Please ensure that you are following the best practice procedures which can be found on our school website.
We expect all parents to promote safety for our students and community, and be positive role models in our parking lots. Changes to normal routine in child's departure should be communicated to the teacher.
P.A.W.S
The PAWS Pledge is promised each day during morning announcements: "I am a Patriot Lion. I show my pride by using my PAWS--Personal Best, Act Responsibly, Work and Play Safely, Show Respect to All; I am a Patriot Lion let me show you my PAWS! ROAR!!!
--Patriot Elementary School colors: Red, White, Blue
--Patriot Mascot: Lion
Box Tops for Education
Box Tops are an easy way for our school to earn FREE money!
PLEASE keep those Box Tops and students can paste or tape to Box Top Sheets. When complete sheets are turned in, students receive a small treat. Please contact the office for more sheets.
Patriot Elementary School
Website: www.ffc8.org/Patriot
Location: 7010 Harr Avenue, Fort Carson, CO, USA
Phone: 7193821460
Facebook: facebook.com/PatriotElementaryFFC8