PCS Community Newsletter 12-1-17
created by Joanne Menard, Principal
Report Cards and Progress Reports
Upcoming Early Release Day
A Christmas Carol
Remember if you need help, please contact either Mrs. Hanna, your
child's class room teacher, or Mrs. Menard.
A notice was sent home and posted in the newsletter with more information regarding our performance concerning time period and ideas for what to wear.
We are looking forward to a wonderful evening of drama and song.
Peace on Earth
Natasha Hanna
PTG Holiday Bazaar
A Note from our Nurse
Dear Families,
We have come to the time of year to expect cold and flu symptoms. Some of these are unavoidable but there are several things you can do at home to help prevent illness and keep everyone feeling healthy. Here are some tips to remember:
WASH, WASH, WASH YOUR HANDS! This is still the best defense against illness. Encourage your children to wash, especially before meals, using soap and warm water. To ensure they are taking enough time to adequately kill germs, have them sing the ABC song while scrubbing.
Get plenty of rest. School age children should get 9-11 hours of sleep each night. Grownups should try to get 8 hours.
Drink lots of fluids and eat a balanced diet - especially breakfast! I'm seeing a lot of children with stomachaches and headaches due to hunger.
Dress appropriately for cold weather. Please help your child choose warm, comfortable clothing for school each day, including socks. We are still seeing children wearing shorts and some with no coats/jackets. Make sure they are wearing a coat, appropriate clothing and you may want to consider a hat and gloves as well. Even in cool weather (20° or above) students go outside for recess.
Unfortunately, even with the best care, many still get sick.
Please call if you have any questions regarding the school sickness policy. Keep in mind, if you are questioning your child’s illness, the best person for your child to see is their primary care as the school nurse cannot diagnose. If you have a change in address or phone number, remember to contact the school office. It is very important to be able to reach you in the event your child becomes ill at school. Have a safe and HEALTHY winter!
Christine Warburton, RN
School Nurse
Bus Stop Safety
If your child(ren) ride the bus, please remind them of the safety precautions they should be taking at their stop. If they notice anything out of the ordinary, or something does not feel right to them, encourage them to tell the Principal or Secretary and we will contact the Police.
Thank you for partnering with the school to keep all of our students safe!!
Upcoming PCS dates
-Monday, December 4th: 8:15 a.m. - PCS Chorus
-Wednesday, December 6th: Fidelity Banking
-Wednesday, December 6th: 11:30 a.m. - Early Release for students; NO LUNCH SERVED
-Thursday, December 7th: 5th & 6th grade student led conferences
-Thursday, December 7th: 8:00 a.m. - PCS Twirling
-Thursday, December 7th: 10-11:30 a.m. - Valuing Our Children playgroup
-Friday, December 8th: 5th & 6th grade student led conferences
-Friday, December 8th: Report Cards and Progress Reports going home
-Monday, December 11th: 8:15 a.m. - PCS Chorus
-Wednesday, December 13th: Fidelity Banking
-Wednesday, December 13th: PTG Holiday Bazaar
-Thursday, December 14th: 8:00 a.m. - PCS Twirling
-Thursday, December 14th: PTG Holiday Bazaar
-Thursday, December 14th: 10-11:30 a.m. - Valuing Our Children playgroup
-Friday, December 15th: PCS Community Newsletter published
Petersham Center School
Petersham, Massachusetts 01366
978-724-3363