DIARY OF DAWSON SCHOOL
August 2018
School Is Almost Here!
I encourage you to look at the school website to view updates, class supply lists, and important dates. I have put links to the site, our FaceBook page and our Twitter page at the bottom of this newsletter. If you need further assistance, please feel free to email at melissa_wallace@wrsd.net or call the office.
The Dawson community welcomes Mrs. Lynn Johnson to the fourth-grade team. Mrs. Johnson has been a member of the Dawson team as a paraprofessional. Her knowledge of the fourth-grade curriculum and the students are an asset to our school. Ms. Raymond accepted a position in a neighboring district. We wish her the best of luck in her new endeavor. We also welcome Michelle Wisell to Dawson as our School Psychologist.
Parent University
Important Dates
Aug 23, 2018
9:30 AM - New Student Orientation
Aug 23, 2018
11:30 AM -Popsicles with The Principal (On the playground, and in case of rain in the cafe!)
Aug 28, 2018
First Day of School: Grade 1-5
Aug 29, 2018
Kindergarten First Day of School
Sep 03, 2018
No School - Labor Day
Sep 20, 2018
Professional Development - Half Day of School
Why is the general store so exciting?
Tips: Getting Ready For School
August 28 is fast approaching and starting a fresh school year is an exciting, yet stressful time for many. Whether your child is entering kindergarten or Grade 5 here at Dawson. I have four tips for a successful school-year that I use with my children:
1. Get Organized- Students can lay the clothes out they are going to wear the night before and try and plan for lunches each week. This helps save valuable time and takes the guesswork out of those busy mornings. Also, I suggest establishing a time for homework each day and prioritize! Organizing papers, and keeping track of important dates on the academic calendar and extracurricular activities in a planner will also help keep students on track for success. When you are organized and prepared, you not only eliminate stress but are more likely to be successful during the week.
2. Rest Up -I strongly believe that this is one of the most important tips on the list. A good night’s sleep is crucial to a student’s academic performance the next day. Getting to bed early and waking up at the same time each day not only establishes a routine, but provides students with the energy, alertness, and motivation to start the day and be their best.
3. Fuel Up - Don’t forget breakfast! Breakfast is the most important meal, jump-starting your day and boosting energy in the early morning. Studies illustrate that breakfast consumption is linked to a better cognitive function related to memory and test grades, better attendance, and better classroom behavior and vigilance which facilitates learning.
4. Positive Attitude - Lastly, a positive attitude is essential to a great school experience. Positivity is contagious; to classmates, teachers, and friends at school. Most importantly, a positive mindset and perceptions affect learning in the classroom. Students that adopt positive thinking exhibit higher learning success. When you believe in yourself and your capabilities, you are more likely to achieve your goals! I believe in each of you so BELIEVE IN YOURSELF!
PTA: Why join the Parent Teacher Association
PTA's mission is to make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.
PTA Values
- Collaboration: We will work in partnership with a wide array of individuals and organizations to broaden and enhance our ability to serve and advocate for all children and families.
- Commitment: We are dedicated to children’s educational success, health, and well-being through strong family and community engagement while remaining accountable to the principles upon which our association was founded.
- Diversity: We acknowledge the potential of everyone without regard, including but not limited to: age, culture, economic status, educational background, ethnicity, gender, geographic location, legal status, marital status, mental ability, national origin, organizational position, parental status, physical ability, political philosophy, race, religion, sexual orientation, and work experience.
- Respect: We value the individual contributions of members, employees, volunteers, and partners as we work collaboratively to achieve our association’s goals.
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Melissa Wallace, Lead Learner and Principal of Dawson Elementary School
Email: melissa_wallace@wrsd.net
Website: http://www.wrsd.net/dawson/
Location: 155 Salisbury Street, Holden, MA, USA
Phone: 508-829-6828
Facebook: facebook.com/DawsonElementarySchoolDolphins
Twitter: @dawsondolphin