Centerview Elementary
February 10, 2021 Newsletter
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Hey everyone,
Brrr…it’s been a cold week! For those of you who drop off and/or pick-up each day I’m sure you’ve seen staff bundled-up and geared-up for the frigid weather. We still love greeting your kiddos each morning and appreciate that we can still get them into your vehicles each day in a safe and efficient way.
Yes, we’ve had indoor recess each day. You can check out our recess guidelines below. I’m also guessing there hasn’t been a lot of outdoor play time at home either. I get it! However, each day we do have indoor recess where the kids are movin’ and shakin’. We also incorporate activity into the instructional day. Teachers are aware and have been great about incorporating “Brain Breaks” and mini “Movement Breaks” that enable all students to move their bodies and help engage learners in physical ways. These come in the form of chants, poems and fun healthy competition. In the midst of the cold, we’ll keep the kids movin’!
Quick reminder, there will be no school on Friday, February 12 as many of you will be participating in conferences. There also will be no school on Monday, February 15 as we recognize President’s Day.
During conferences – whether that’s on Friday for you or some other time in February, please know we need your thoughts and viewpoints to best personalize learning for your student. Conferences are the perfect time to take what we’ve learned through the first half of the year and identify together next steps in learning. Be ready to seize the opportunity to connect, with and for your kiddo and their teacher!
To our Centerview families with fourth graders – Next year, you’ll be making the transition to 5th grade at Westwood Intermediate School. The Westwood team is looking forward to meeting our fourth grade families and will be hosting virtual information sessions for families on Thursday, February 25. Find details further on in the newsletter. We’re all committed to making this transition a smooth one for our fourth graders and their families.
We’re in the final days of spirit wear as we join with Panthers for a Purpose in raising awareness and support for the Weekend Food Pack program. This week, we’re gearing up for the last challenge before the February 27 virtual giving event. Time to get your groove on….check out details in the newsletter.
Stay warm and stay positive on these COLD…COVID days. Yes, this pandemic continues to be a challenge for each and all of us. YOU and your children are what keeps the Centerview staff determined each day. The energy and optimism are contagious. Our Centerview families and their kids are resilient. The Centerview staff has been and will be ready for change and we appreciate the opportunity!
Take care and stay well,
Mike
Updates for Extended Flex Learning Families
Greetings,
I had a blast this week doing virtual visits to kindergartner classrooms. These students had so much joy on their faces as they were discovering CVC (consonant, vowel, consonant) and “trick” words in their phonics lessons. The relationships they have built with each other and their teacher put a big smile on my face. It was a great way to kick off a new week!
The distance learning teachers will be reaching out to schedule a conference time with you during the month of February. Please watch for communication from classroom teachers to learn more about the scheduling process. Feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher if you haven’t seen a conference invitation.
If you have a fourth grader in your family, there will be a transition to Westwood Intermediate School for 5th grade. Don’t miss details about this transition in this school newsletter and an opportunity to attend a virtual information sessions February 25. This is a very exciting time for our 4th grade students!
Stay warm this week and please reach out to me if you have questions or concerns. Our teachers are also looking forward to the upcoming partnership conversations with you!
Kim Fehringer
Principal on Assignment
K-4 Extended Flexible Learning
Introduction to Westwood for 4th grade families
It's time for the transition to Westwood! In the fall of 2021, your fourth grader will transition to Westwood. When students finish fourth grade at Spring Lake Park elementary schools, they transition to 5th grade at Westwood Intermediate and Middle School.
Westwood is home to students in grades 5-8. While all under one roof, Westwood has separate programs and spaces for 5-6 intermediate students and 7-8 middle school students.
Families of fourth graders are invited to attend a virtual Introduction to Westwood session on Thursday, February 25 to learn more about the school, the transition to 5th grade and to meet members of the Westwood team. We are committed to making this a seamless transition for students and their families.
Plan to attend a virtual session during one of these three times on Thursday, February 25:
- Coffee and Conversations - 9 a.m.
- Lunch and Learn - Noon
- Dessert and Discuss - 6:30 p.m.
Please note, there will two sessions offered at each of the times - one session for Centerview, Northpoint and Park Terrace families and one session for Woodcrest Spanish Immersion families. The content of each presentation will be the same so families only need to attend one session. WebEx links to these sessions will be available and shared with families next week.
There will also be a recorded presentation available to families after these sessions with the same great information.
Questions? Contact the Westwood office at 763-600-5300. The Westwood team is looking forward to welcoming the Class of 2029 next fall.
Valentine's Day
Expect increased traffic during dismissal time at Centerview on February 11
Recess Guidelines
All students will be expected to go outside for recess unless the weather does not permit. Students will need a written note from a physician to be excused from recess. Students are expected to wear boots, snow pants, coats and appropriate winter clothing. The following are our guidelines for canceling outdoor recess:
- The outside temperature is 0° and/or the wind-chill factor is -10 °F
- Extreme icy or sloppy conditions
- Raining and/or lightning
Reminders
Lost and found - Please have your child stop by the Lost and Found table to check for missing items, all unclaimed items will be donated by the end of next week.
Winter Gear - Help us have a great winter! Please send your child with the following winter clothing items with them everyday: Coat, snow pants, hat, gloves and boots.
Picture Retake
Challenge #3 - It's almost party time, February 15-24
It's time to get dancing, Panthers! With just over two weeks to go until the Panthers for a Purpose virtual giving event, we are challenging families to get their move on between February 15-24. Put on some music and show us your favorite dance moves!
Send us your videos of your family dance party to be entered in the prize drawing and to see your dance moves on the program.
As a reminder, we are in the final days of Challenge #2. There is still time to show us your Panther Pride by wearing school colors or SLP gear and submit your photos by Friday, February 12.
Please send your photos and videos to PantherFoundation@district16.org.
Learn more about the Panthers for a Purpose virtual event, which helps keep the pantry stocked, children fed and ready to learn!
Calendar
- February 12, 2021 - No school - Staff Professional Learning Day
- February 15, 2021 - No school - Presidents' Day
- February 26, 2021 - Picture Retake for all students
- March 12-22, 2021 - Spring Break
- March 26, 2021 - Yearbook Payments Due
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