Bulldog Business #9
Week of May 18
A Message From Mr. Shaw
1. The test will start easier and then push your child to the point of questions that they may not know how to fully answer. THAT IS OK! Do not panic or worry.
Just encourage your child to do his or her best.
2. Your child should not finish in one sitting. Follow the teacher's directions of breaking it into parts and then have your child take a break from the computer after he has completed the recommended testing time.
3. If your child asks for help, you can only say, "I cannot help you on this, but I see you are working your very hardest and I know you will do your best." And then be sure you are NOT helping your child. You have already been to school; we want to know what the students can do!
If you help your child then the computer will assign lessons that are too hard for your child to complete on their own.
The staff here at Mistletoe are so proud of our parents for stepping in and helping out during this time of distance learning. Please let us know if you have any questions.
Overwhelmed by COVID?
Parents, here are some great resources for you to use. Please click this link to take you to the Bridges to School Success Menu of Scheduled Services.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LRoiLTJLmcy7KnikPpN_CkcxILZI7rpu9bFDQMeBhzo/edit?usp=gmail&ts=5ebdbac6Bulldogs Show Your Brains
Things To Do:
1. Return your library books to the red bin outside of the library.
2. Turn in your baseball or softball uniform
3. Pay any lunch fees
4. Check in with Mrs. Fowler about your personal quote
5. BRING YOUR CHROME BOOK WITH YOU TO THE DRIVE THROUGH GRADUATION if you do not have younger siblings at Mistletoe that need it.
Thank you to our wonderful graduates for being flexible with this year's graduation.
Are you children returning to Mistletoe next year?
Thank you for letting us know, as this helps us plan for next year.
Counseling Corner
Mindfulness
Hi Mistletoe parents! Last week we talked about building our children’s self-confidence and this week I wanted to focus on a similar topic- mindfulness. Mindfulness is the concept of intentionally slowing down our brain and becoming focused on our surroundings. Seems simple, but in a world where we do things quickly and are tempted with phones and video games, we can go a long time without intentionally slowing down.
Studies show that when children have the ability to be mindful, it leads to less stress, greater emotional regulation, a positive outlook, and the ability to overcome mistakes.
Here are some tips on how to promote mindfulness in children:
Breathing. Also seems simple, but teaching how to take deep breaths and then taking the time to recognize how our body feels is a powerful tool to slowing down. Here is a link to some short videos children can use to help learn breathing techniques:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiaUKiwbiHMQDQLCXoPaMMYotldKlUQCw
Go for a walk together and be aware of different sounds and smells. This helps you to be present in the moment.
Have your child do jumping jacks for a full minute. When done, process with your child focus on how their body feels- their breathing, their fast-beating heart, their hot face, etc…
As always, you are a model for your children. Tell your children how you feel and the things you observe. Without even knowing, your children will slow down and soak these things in too.
Here is a video on making a calm down bottle. It’s simple and mindful! Children are captivated by watching the bubbles, the glitter settle, and the waves. Enjoy!
I am here for you if you need anything or just want to check-in. You can email me at acutler@eesd.net.
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Email: rshaw@eesd.net
Website: mistletoe.eesd.net
Location: 1225 Mistletoe Lane, Redding, CA, USA
Phone: (530)224-4160