Brimfield Elementary Newsletter
November 17, 2023
VISION STATEMENT
TO EMPOWER ONE ANOTHER TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT IN THE WORLD
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A Message From Dr. Flowers- Principal
Dear Families,
This week, we successfully wrapped up our fall conferences and Book Fair. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who volunteered at our Book Fair; we appreciate your dedication and support. It wouldn't have been possible without our amazing volunteers! Looking ahead, our next set of conferences is scheduled for February.
Next week we have a short week because of Thanksgiving break. We will be off school from November 23rd- November 27th. Students will return on Monday, November 28th.
Have a great weekend!
Barb Flowers
Principal, Brimfield Elementary
Congratulations to Isaac Nagle for winning the Book fair Drawing!
COUNSELOR'S CORNER!
Empowering Your Elementary School Child: Navigating Challenges Together
As parents, one of the most valuable gifts you can give your elementary school child is the support they need to overcome challenges and setbacks. Every child faces obstacles on their journey, whether it's academic, social, or personal. By providing the right guidance and encouragement, you can help your child develop essential life skills and a resilient mindset that will serve them well throughout their lives. Here are some strategies to help you empower your child through challenges:
1. Foster Open Communication:
Create an environment where your child feels comfortable discussing their concerns and problems. Listen attentively without judgment and validate their feelings. When they know they can come to you with anything, it builds trust and helps them feel understood.
2. Teach Problem-Solving:
Guide your child in finding solutions to their challenges. Encourage them to brainstorm different approaches and consider the pros and cons of each. Help them understand that setbacks are opportunities to learn and grow.
3. Set Realistic Expectations:
While it's important to challenge your child, setting unrealistic expectations can lead to frustration. Understand their strengths and limitations, and help them set achievable goals. Celebrate their successes, no matter how small, to boost their confidence.
4. Encourage Perseverance:
Challenges can be tough, but teach your child the value of perseverance. Share stories of your own experiences overcoming obstacles to inspire them. Remind them that effort and determination are key to success.
5. Focus on Effort, Not Just Results:
Shift the focus from the outcome to the effort your child puts in. Praise their hard work, dedication, and willingness to try, even if things don't go as planned. This helps them understand that growth comes from the process, not just the end result.
6. Promote a Growth Mindset:
Teach your child about the concept of a growth mindset, where they believe their abilities can be developed through effort and learning. Encourage them to embrace challenges as opportunities to learn, rather than as indicators of their limitations.
7. Provide a Safe Space:
Ensure your child knows that it's okay to make mistakes. Create an environment where failures are seen as stepping stones toward improvement. When they know they won't be criticized for trying new things, they'll be more willing to take risks.
8. Offer Guidance, Not Solutions:
While your instinct might be to solve your child's problems, giving them space to find solutions on their own fosters independence. Ask guiding questions that help them think critically and creatively.
9. Explore Interests and Passions:
Encourage your child to explore different activities and hobbies. When they discover their interests, they gain a sense of purpose and motivation to overcome challenges related to those areas.
10. Lead by Example:
Demonstrate resilience in your own life. Let your child see that you also face challenges and setbacks, but you handle them with a positive attitude and determination.
11. Celebrate Progress:
Celebrate every step forward, no matter how small. Acknowledging your child's efforts reinforces their commitment to overcoming challenges.
12. Seek Professional Help When Needed:
If you notice persistent struggles that significantly impact your child's well-being or development, consider seeking guidance from teachers, school counselors, or mental health professionals. They can offer specialized support to address specific challenges.
In the journey of growing up, challenges are inevitable. Your role as a parent is to provide a safe and nurturing space for your child to face these challenges head-on. By teaching them essential skills and fostering a resilient mindset, you're equipping them with tools that will serve them not only during their elementary school years but also throughout their entire lives.
Choir/Concert News
Holiday Show Announcement
4th grade has been working hard towards their holiday show "Paint the Town December." The concert will be on December 14th at 6 pm.
The 5th-grade choir has been working hard towards their show "Jingle Bell Jukebox." Their school concert is on December 14th at 7 pm. 5th-grade Choir parents should have information about an additional performance at Playhouse Square on December 10th.
Please let Mrs. Kirby know if you have any questions.
No More Bullying Program
Mr. Adam Karson from the Summit County ESC has been visiting the third grade classes to present a program called, “No More Bullying”. In this program, Mr. Karson teaches the core values of responsibility, compassion, being humane, self-control, and integrity. He teaches this with his best friend and dog, Pig Pen. Students enjoy the 5 weeks they get to spend with Mr. Karson and Pig Pen!
Clinic Request
The school nurse needs our help !!!! There is a need for new or gently used kids pants. Boys & girls - mainly sizes 5, 6,7, 8,9, & 10 for school age kids. Sometimes when kids have an accident or rip their clothing etc. a parent can't always be reached for a change of clothes & it's nice to have something to be able to give them Any help is much appreciated! Donations can be sent in with a note to send them to the nurse. Thank you!
PBIS CORNER
What is PBIS?
Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports is an important part of the school environment to encourage positive behavior. There are clear expectations throughout the school that are taught consistently throughout the year. The four expectations promoted at Field Local Schools are:
Safe
Outstanding
Accountable
Respectful
When students do not respond to teaching of the building or classroom expectations, we will view it as an opportunity for re-teaching, not just negative consequences. Students still receive consequences for negative behavior. The goal of the consequence is to teach students so they will not repeat the negative behavior.
Principals Good News Call!
Mila Wilson, Tabitha Spencer, Elias Daugherty, Peyton Balog
Class Compliment Parties
Mrs. Gazdackos class had a PJ and movie day!
Mrs. Hlads class had a Movie Theatre Party
Falcon Certified (Spirit Day)
Congratulations to the following homerooms. They earned a Falcon Certified badge for the door!
Art To Remember
Don't forget--the deadline for Art to Remember orders is November 17th. There are over 60 products and many are less than $15. A percentage of every purchase goes right back to our art program. Click on the link below and enter the online order code shown on your child's order form or to search for your child's artwork. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Madden.
Picture Request
michelle.ronowski@fieldlocalschools.org
CALENDAR
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
5th Grade takes Co-Gat test
Mad Science 3:30-4:30pm
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
5th grade takes Co-Gat test
Thursday, November 23, 2023 --- Monday November 27, 2023
THANKSGIVING BREAK!
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Mad Science 3:30-4:30pm
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Mobile Dentist
Friday, December 1, 2023
Spirit Day!
What's For Lunch!
WE DO NOT NOT SERVE PORK
Monday, November 20, 2023
Hamburger/Baked Beans
OR
PBJ Bar/Cheese stick
Salad with tomatoes/Assorted Fruit
Milk
Tuesday, November 21, 202
General Tso's Chicken/Rice/Fortune cookie/Green Beans
OR
PBJ Bar/Cheese stick
Salad with tomatoes/Assorted Fruit
Milk
Wednesday, November 2
Domino's pizza/Corn/carrot sticks With Dip
OR
PBJ Bar/Cheese stick
Green Leafy Salad with tomatoes/Assorted Fruit
Milk
Thursday, November 22, 2023
NO SCHOOL
Friday, November 23, 2023
NO SCHOOL
PTA NEWS
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The following are PTA meeting dates for the year
Dec. 5th
Jan. 9th
Feb. 6th
March 5th
April 9th
May 7th
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