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Weekly Update 02/08/2019
At Eastridge Elementary our mission is to develop a community of lifelong learners who will positively impact society.
HEALTHY CELEBRATIONS
While we love to celebrate , please remember that there is a “no birthday treats “ guideline. To access fun and helpful resources for healthy celebration ideas please visit the district wellness policy by clicking on this link. Also note that no birthday invitations are allowed to be distributed at school. It is school policy.
Breakfast
If you have any questions, please contact Haley Quade via email at hquade@warren.k12.in.us.
Fast Food
We Did It!
Greetings Awesome Parents!
Our attendance last week was great! We stepped up and met the district average of 96%. Thank you for taking your child's attendance seriously. This week we will work to beat the district average of 96%. Every classroom that meets the 96% average will meet me in the gym on Friday for a 20 minute dance party. Attendance is extremely important to your child's success. Encouraging regular school attendance is one of the most powerful ways you can prepare your child for success—both in school and in life.
Great Article from National Center for Educational Statistics
https://nces.ed.gov/pubs2009/attendancedata/chapter1a.asp
Sincerely,
Mrs. Johnson
A Note from Mrs. Wilson
The kiddos have spent CORE/ Community Time the last couple of weeks focused on problem solving skills. Please ask your child about some the activities that he/she participated in to help them practice these skills. I'm sure they will have a lot to share! This week, we will move on to how to accept no. Helping children understand how and when to accept "no" from both peers and adults is a very important social skill to practice. Below are some resources for parents on how to help children learn to solve problems on their own, as well as how to accept "no". If you have any questions or would like further resources on how to help your child learn social skills, please do not hesitate to contact myself or Mr. Phillips. We would be happy to help.
Guiding Children to Solve Their Own Problems by Love and Logic
10 Ways to Teach Your Children to Be Problem Solvers by All Pro Dads
How to Help Kids Solve Their Own Problems by Today's Parent
Teaching Children to Accept No as an Answer by Day Spring
Have a great week!
Noel Wilson, Dean of Students
317-532-3152
Counseling Tip from Mr. Phillips
This week’s emotion focus: Sadness
Sadness can be a tricky emotion. Many times, students show sadness in forms of withdrawal or even anger. Talk with your student about letting go of negative emotions and energy, work together as a family to create a process by which feelings can be expressed and either dealt with or let go of! Also, talk with your student about what might be underneath anger…. Often times it might be sadness
“Whatever is bringing you down, get rid of it. Because you’ll find that when you’re free . . . your true self comes out.” – Tina Turner
Attendance
Kindergarten:96.84%
First Grade: 95.98%
Second Grade: 97.44%
Third Grade: 96.34%
Fourth Grade: 95.64%
School Average: 96.41%
District Average: 96%
Classroom Spotlight:
Kindergarten: K2 - 97.78%, K3 - 100%, K4 - 100%
First Grade: 1A - 96.36%, 1B - 96.67%, 1C - 96.36%
Second Grade: 2A - Burdine 98%, 2B - 97.22%, 2C - 97.27%, 2D - 96.84%
Third Grade: 3B - 97.83%, 3D - 96.92%
SP4- 100%
Skating Night at the Roller Cave
Thursday, Feb 21, 2019, 06:00 PM
8734 East 21st Street, Indianapolis, IN, USA
PTA
Outside Recess
It’s that time of year when we need to remind student to make sure they have appropriate clothing for recess. The district policy states students will be going outside for recess if the temperature and the wind chill are above 20 degrees. We have extra coats, hats, and gloves for students in need. Please contact the front office if you need assistance.
Students must go outside unless we have a doctor statement.
Yearbook Sale
Cost: 12.00
Order online: ybpay.lifetouch.com
Wellness Policy
In compliance with the district's wellness policy, please DO NOT send in a food item for your child's birthday. We encourage you to donate your child's favorite book to their classroom, arrange a time for a game or craft in the classroom, send in party hats for your students class or send in stickers or cards.
School Visits
Lunch Policy
If a student has a balance of $25.00 or higher, the student will be provided a choice of two alternate meals at a reduced rate of $0.50. Parents may check student account balances by using the link provided to the Lunch Parent Portal.
Eastridge Elementary School
Email: tjohnso1@warren.k12in.us
Website: http://eastridge.warren.k12.in.us/
Location: 10930 East 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN, USA
Phone: 317-532-3150
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Eastridge-Elementary-School-325063684681/
Twitter: @eastridgeelemen