Holmes Weekly Update
Week Ending 8/16/19
Parent Information
Building Access: Information Item
Enjoy your last few days of summer!
Classroom Snacks: Information Item
As a reminder, all classrooms will follow these guidelines for snacks in the classroom. No other snacks are to be consumed.
We piloted this in 2-grade levels last year and it went well. If you have students who don't have access to fresh fruits or vegetables let me know. We had options available with extra fruits and vegetables left from the lunchroom. Once we receive parent permission, we can help provide snacks on an as-needed basis.
Here is the letter:
When your children come to Holmes School, our first priority is to keep them safe! Because of the number of students with food allergies in our school, we have put the following snack guidelines in place in all classrooms:
- Students will keep their zippered lunch boxes in our lunch bin outside of the classroom.
- Students may eat a snack of fresh fruit or fresh vegetables in the classroom mid-morning.
- Students will wash hands at the beginning of the day, after snack, and after lunch to help minimize traces of allergens in our classrooms.
- Students should not share food at any time.
No other foods will be permitted in the classroom.
We realize this is different from past years. We are very grateful to you and your students for understanding the need for these precautions. Our teachers and entire Holmes staff appreciate your help in keeping our children safe!
Important Upcoming Dates: Information Item
8/21 - Building Access (Maybe 8/20)
8/26 - Institute Day - Extended Day, Dinner and Supply drop off
8/26 - Supply Drop-off 5:30-6:30
8/27 - Institute Day
8/28 - 1st Day of School
9/3 - Curriculum Night
Institute Day Schedule: Action Item
But don't worry, we have lots of fun and a few surprises planned too. To make the transition easier we will provide lunch on both Monday and Tuesday.
On Monday, we'll have an optional start to the day at 7:30am. to catch up with each other. If you are able to bring a breakfast treat to share that would be appreciated. Here is a link to a sign-up genius for shareables.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D44A5AB2DA5FD0-holmes
The detailed agenda will be shared in next week's agenda.
Building a Belonging Classroom: Action Item
Lunch Supervision Sign-up: Action Item
Thanks so much to all those who have signed up for a lunch duty! We still have a few spots available. Please consider taking on at least 1 period per week.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u-Rxe2dPGbLANGHH2Cy9YnmZOkOy9hyHvbO9m4jjr44/edit?usp=sharing
Breakfast and Bus Supervisor: Action Item
Breakfast Supervisor: Daily for 30 minutes - 7:20 am - 7:50 am (This may be shared between people)
Please email Christine if you are interested.
Holmes School Mission
District 97 Vision:
Create a positive learning environment for all District 97 students that is equitable, inclusive and focused on the whole child.
Holmes School Mission:
Our mission is to:
establish positive relationships by celebrating differences and embracing diversity
engage students in equitable learning experiences
empower students to be proactive, collaborative leaders
prepare students to be successful lifelong learners and productive citizens