BOBCAT BRIEFS
March 2023
PRINCIPAL'S POINTS
During March, we are learning about self-control. We are using 2 different definitions. "I will manage my emotions and choose acceptable behavior." "I will stay in control of my words, actions, impulses, and desires."
Self-control is a skill that enables children and adults to practice restraint by managing their thoughts, emotions, feelings, and actions and not acting on their impulses. Some examples of self-control in children include
· Waiting for their turn in a line
· Blurting out of turn in class
· Not throwing temper tantrums when they do not get something they desire
· Getting frustrated quickly and giving up
We develop self-control as we grow older. Children have limited self-control since the part of the brain responsible for emotional control is still under-developed until the age of three. This is why toddlers may exhibit stubborn behavior, throw tantrums without thinking about the consequences, and often fail to understand a situation. Developing self-control helps children make friends, build relationships, and find their way through life.
There are things you can do to help your child develop self-control:
1. Encourage your child to think about a a situation in a different way.
2. Help your child understand their emotions.
3. Help them modify their response when upset or frustrated.
4. Set fixed rules with consequences
5. Be a good role model
6. Talk to them and let them know you are there for them.
Self-control is knowing you can and choosing not to. It is understanding that there is more than one side to a story. It is knowing we are in control of our bodies and staying in control, even when things are hard.
There is one more week until Spring. I can't wait for longer days and warmer weather.
Mrs. Banderman
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Cheer Camp Performance
Our cheerleading squad recently hosted a whole lot of young Bobcats during their annual Cheer Camp. The Kindergarten through 4th grade students learned cheers, basic tumbling, and a dance. Even though snow days tried to put a stop to this event, these kids stuck with it. They performed all they had learned at a ballgame on February 7th for their families and friends.
The money raised by the event was used to purchase shirts for the participating students and purchase items needed for the cheerleaders.
100th Day of School
Mrs. Miller Earns Grant
Mrs. Miller received her second grant from The Missouri K-8 Association. Last year's award of $1500 was used to purchase three xylophones for the music room. They will make their first concert debut at the fine arts fair this year!
This year's grant of $1485.75 will be used to purchase tubano drums. Mrs. Miller states, "I applied for the grant again this year in hopes of being able to replace some of our tubano drums that were damaged several years ago during a flood in the music room. The students love when we have the drumming circle, but we only have 10 drums to share with 6 of them having some damage. By purchasing more, we can hopefully, come close to having a class set of drums for the students to play that are better quality!"
Thank you so much to this wonderful association for helping build our music program!
8th Grade Parent Night
Scooby Doo Where Are You?
Our students in Mrs. Hick's Drama class just finished putting on the play, Scooby Doo and The Missing Pizza. The teachers at Lonedell R-14 were having their annual Halloween party the same night as the students. It seems as though Bobby the Bobcat made off with the pizzas for both of the parties. But in true Scooby fashion, Bobby was caught red handed. When unmasked, the real crook was Mrs. Banderman, and she would have gotten away with it if it weren't for those pesky kids!
Cast:
Reese S.-Fred
Darringer C.- Velma
Ruby H.- Daphne
Haleigh C.- Scooby Doo
Brandyn W.- Shaggy
James F.- Officer
Chris M./ Victor D.- Bob Evans (specter)
Victor .- teacher
Nevylle R.- student
Mrs. Banderman
Mr. Flora
Mrs. Souza
Set- Hailey M., R-Lee R., Ethan S., and Paiton O.
Sports Banquet
NJHS Attends Conference
ur National Junior Honor Society Club attended the NHS Conference recently. The students had a great time learning about leadership and leveling up their leadership. The speaker, Ar'ic Johnson presented to the group. Our very own Cory C. got some special attention because he wasn't getting into the speaker and was giving him the "side eye". The joke was on Mr. Johnson when he learned that Colton C., Cory's identical twin was in the next session.
After breaking into sessions and working through they day, the students and advisor had dinner, played at the arcade, had ice cream, and even went swimming. Tuesday evening, the event held NHS Games. Some of our girls, Josie D., Haylee H., Amy J., and Kylie J. made up nursery rhyme rapping teams. Josie and Haylee won their round and the Lonedell group brought home a 3rd place trophy!
The Lonedell group was elected to serve as Vice President school for the organization during the 23-24 school year, which is a big honor for a middle school group. We are so proud of these hard working Lonedell Leaders for taking part in this mostly high school event and representing Lonedell so well!