Henry Happenings
12/11/22
Principal Message
Dear Henry Families,
Please help me in congratulating Mrs. Linda Howard as Henry's 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year. Mrs. Howard is patient, kind, and dedicated to all students and we are so lucky to have her in our community. Congratulations, Mrs. Howard!
We had a great time seeing so many students showcase their talents during music class last week. Our students have such a wide array of skills, talents, and interests which is why Henry is such an amazing place to be. Thanks for supporting your children to Sharpen the Saw in their daily lives!
Here's to a great week!
Sincerely,
Dr. Jodi Oliver
Principal
Henry Elementary
Upcoming Dates
December 12 - 4th and 5th Grade MOSAICS Field Trip to Ecology Center
December 13 - Reader in Me Turn-In Deadline @ 9:30 AM
December 14 - Early Release Day 2:00 PM Dismissal
December 14 - PTO Restaurant Day at Papa John's (Valley Park)
December 15 - 4th Grade Field Trip to MADE (Ayers/Zinselmeier Classes)
December 15 - 5th Grade Band Demonstration @ 2:15 PM (Cafeteria)
December 16 - 4th Grade Field Trip to MADE (Kaliyaperumal/Simon Classes)
December 16 - Hearing Screenings for Grades K,1,3,5, & New Students
December 16 - Reader in Me Prize Distribution
December 19 - School Spirit Day, Match your Grade Level (Wear Grade Level Shirts)
December 20 - School Spirit Day, Pajama Day
December 20 - 5th Grade Biography Day @ 10:15 AM to 12:00 PM
December 20 - HS Orchestra Performs for Grades 3 to 5 (Cafeteria)
December 21 - School Spirit Day, Fort/Blanket Day
December 22 - School Spirit Day, Dress as Your Teacher
December 22 - Half Day, 1:05 PM Dismissal at Henry
December 23rd to January 3rd - No School (Winter Break)
January 4 - School Resumes for Students
Quick Updates
- Please know we have started sending attendance letters again this year. This is a way for school and family to be on the same page with attendance. If you happen to get a letter please know this is just for your awareness. If you have questions about attendance please reach out to Dr. Kneer.
- Dressing for the weather... While the warmth was wonderful for so long and we enjoyed it immensely, we knew it would not last. Please make sure that your child is dressed to go outside for recess each day. Just a reminder that if the temperature and windchill is 20 or above, we will be going outside during recess. This would also be a great time to make sure that names are clearly marked on coats and other outerwear.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Essay-Poster Contest
Calling all writers and artists! The 2022-23 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Essay-Poster Contest is underway. If your child would like to participate in this optional activity, click this link for contest rules and judging criteria. All posters/essays must be turned in by Wednesday, December 21st. Contact Mrs. Herrmann with questions!
5th Grade Parents/Guardians - Save the Date! A note from West Middle!
A Note from the PTO
Illness and Health Information
This year our community is being hit with a trifecta of germs. Influenza A, RSV and COVID are all circulating, as well as other cold viruses. Henry Elementary is not immune from these viruses. While we are trying to encourage healthy behaviors and provide extra sanitization to classrooms that are being hit especially hard, we need your help. To help minimize the spread of illness, children should stay home if experiencing one or more of the following:
- For a fever of equal or greater than 100.4. If a child has a fever they must stay home until they have been fever free for 24 hours without taking medication to reduce their fever
- Vomiting. If a child vomits, they should stay home for 24 hours after the last episode
- Diarrhea. If a student has more than one episode of diarrhea, they need to stay home until symptoms have resolved for 24 hours.
- Persistent coughs or significant nasal congestion. Even if your child doesn't have a fever, if they are feeling unwell, it is hard for them to learn and they can spread germs to others.
Additionally, if you have not done so, consider getting your flu and COVID vaccinations. These can limit the severity of illness and help to decrease the spread of illnesses. Good handwashing, respiratory etiquette, plenty of sleep and a healthy diet can all also help limit the impact of colds and flu.
See graphic below for more information about the symptoms of different illnesses.
Do you have a kindergarten student for the 23-24 school year? Check this out!
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Henry Elementary School
Email: joliver2@parkwayschools.net
Website: https://www.parkwayschools.net/Domain/15
Location: 700 Henry Avenue, Ballwin, MO, USA
Phone: 314-415-6350
Facebook: facebook.com/henryelementaryschool
Twitter: @BulldogsHenry