The Trailblazer
"Give us 180 days and we'll learn our way around the world"
December 2016 / Volume 4
Park Trails Elementary School
Email: Russell.Schwartz@browardschools.com
Website: parktrails.browardschools.com
Location: 10700 Trails End, Parkland, Florida 33076
Phone: 754 322-7800
Twitter: @ParkTrailsES
Park Trails Attendance Line 754 322-7802
Broward County Homework Hotline 754 322-1970 4 PM-8 PM
Rumor Control Hotline 754 321-0321
Dates to Remember
Dec 26 - Jan 6 - Winter Break - No School for Students
Park Trails Community,
It is amazing that the year is moving so quickly. I want to wish all of our Park Trails families a happy and healthy holiday season. Please take the time to be with your loved ones and to cherish each of those moments together.
Although the school year is moving fast it has been very enjoyable to see the progress and growth of our students. The hard work put in by each of our students, teachers, and parents is paying off and is evidenced as we review our data.
During the holiday break, take some time with your child(ren):
…to read each day
…to think critically while on vacation
…to explore and ask questions
…to talk about experiences to help establish deeper understanding
…to enjoy the company of family/friends
…to have fun
Every situation/experience is a learning opportunity!
Have a happy, healthy holiday. We will see you in 2017!!!
Sincerely,
Mr. Russell Schwartz
Principal
Volunteers
To apply on-line go to www.browardschools.com/getinvolved. Volunteers must always sign in before going to their assignments. Younger children are not allowed to accompany parents on the volunteer's activities in the school.
Cafeteria Prepayment Schedule - December
Full Paid - Ice Cream - -3 days @ $0.65 = $ 1.95 / Reduced - Ice Cream @ $0.65 = $1.95
Full Paid - Icie (Friday) -4 days @ $0.50 = $ 2.00 / Reduced - Icie - - - - - @ $0.50 = $2.00
Monthly breakfast and lunch menus can be found online at http://browardschools.nutrislice.com
Children bringing their lunch to school should include straws, napkins, and utensils, as the cafeteria does not provide these.
Park Trails Elementary - McTeacher's Night
Tuesday, Nov 29, 2016, 05:00 PM
5741 Coral Ridge Drive, Coral Springs, FL, United States
Early Dismissal Policy
No Student will be called for early dismissal after 1:45 PM as teachers are culminating the day's activities, assigning or clarifying homework and preparing for dismissal. Additionally, students do not need to miss any more school time than absolutely necessary. Please arrive prior to 1:45 PM if early dismissal is necessary.
Counselor's Corner - By: Jane Steiner, School Counselor
Click the link below to read the district's Character Education newsletter:
http://www.browardprevention.org/instructional-strategies/character/curriculum-2/primary/
Click the link below to access Character Education videos for children:
http://www.browardprevention.org/instructional-strategies/character/video-gallery-2/
During the month of November, our Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade students participated in the Teddy Bear Clinic where they were introduced to various pieces of medical equipment while practicing with their teddy bear. Our Fourth and Fifth grade students enjoyed an assembly on bullying and cyberbullying presented by local MMA athletes. I also enjoyed visiting our First Grade classes to teach a lesson on tattling and our Second Grade classes ways to handle emotions using yoga and deep breathing.
Looking for a book to read with your family during the holiday season to reinforce values of giving? The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein is an excellent choice to read and use to facilitate a discussion on what is important to your family.
Suggested Home Activities for Kindness in December:
-Openly recognize the kind things that your fellow family members have done for you this week.
-As a family choose a kind deed to engage in together in your community.
-How can you as a family recognize through kindness a family member who is far away?
-Have each family member keep a kindness journal and every day write in it both what kindness they have done, and what has been done for them.
-What might your family have that can be given in kindness to those in more need? We all have something that would be a gift to others – food, clothing, time – you can even give your Frequent Flyer Miles!
SAC/SAF Meeting
We are looking for new members to join the Student Advisory Council. Please contact Mrs. Kager at catherine.kager@browardschools.com if you have any questions.
Monday, Jan 23, 2017, 02:30 PM
10700 Trails End, Parkland, FL
Broward Gifted Advisory Council Meeting-7 PM
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