GJM Family Connection
November 2022
GJM NEWS
November is a short month, but again a busy one. Our teachers will continue with rigorous lessons each day, so it is important that your student is here and on time each and every day. Below is an info graphic for you. Research has shown that your child's attendance record may be the biggest factor influencing their success. Last month 5th grade has the best attendance, and they have earned an extra ten minute recess! Way to go!
November reminds us to be grateful. It's a perfect time to reflect and practice gratitude. Do you have a moment to send a quick thank you note or email to a staff member? A simple note can brighten their day. Positive connections between home and school foster mutual respect, which in turn creates a stronger learning environment for all. THANK YOU PARENTS for getting you student here each day and for working with your student at home. We appreciate your partnership. Our work together creates a team of support for your student that allows great learning, to happen academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you for your hard work and ongoing support of our hard work!
A grateful heart is a magnet for miracles. - Anonymous
Red Ribbon Week Winners
Red Ribbon Coloring Contest winners :
Most Unique-
5th Grade - Raileigh Benavides
4th Grade- Sebastian Mejia
3rd Grade- Lilly Flores
Most Colorful-
5th Grade- LeeAnn Whaley
4th Grade- Rico Alvarado
3rd Grade- Jayden Younk
Most Neat-
5th Grade - Lillyan Cavazos
4th Grade- Jaydiin Kilgore
3rd Grade- Scarlett Martinez
Pumpkin Winners:
5th grade: 1st place: Three Little Pigs - Jossiah Mondragon 2nd place: Oompa Loompa- Taylor Yde 3rd place: Charlotte's Web - Quint Jendrzey
4th grade: 1st place: Corpse Bride - Annalee Garcia, 2nd place: Dragon Taco - Jayden Kent, 3rd place: Sally - Nightmare Before Christmas - Neveah Bustos
3rd grade: 1st place: Owl Diaries - Delaney Chandler 2nd place: Very Hungry Caterpillar - Emilyn Gibson 3rd place: Diary of a Pug - Alexander Welder
Racing With Cops- Sack Races with Ingleside Police Department Winners:
5th Grade
1st -Chavez and Gonzalez
(Katia, Ximena, Kaylee, Oscar)
2nd - Masters and Stegall
3rd - Harper and Jimenez
4th Grade
1st - Guerrero, Thomas, and Trejo
2nd - Moya and Guerra
3rd - DeAnda and Bellinger
3rd Grade
1st - Merrill and Cano
2nd - Kocian and Roe
3rd - Evans and Rodriguez
Counselor's Corner: by Mrs. Jimenez
Manners Matter Have you ever held the door open for the person behind you and did he/she say, “thank you?” What about giving your best smile with a heartily “Good morning” only to get a grunt from a person with downcast eyes walking past you? Does it bug you? It should! These interactions are examples of bad manners, and can lead to bitter and discouraged attitudes. Like with all skills manners need to be taught to our children early and often. Why are they so important? Simply put, manners shape character and are an integral part of success. Children who possess good manners are apt to have better reading and listening skills, as well as the ability to make wiser choices when faced with peer pressure. Good manners build confidence and increase self esteem. Practicing good manners takes the focus off self and generates respect and goodwill toward others. Being polite shows we care about one another and understand an individual’s self worth. (Kryston, Jill Evans: The Importance of Teaching Manners to Young Children, 2009) Here are 20 manners that all children should know and use by age 10: Saying “please” and “thank you.” Making introductions. Covering your mouth when you sneeze or cough. Not picking your nose in public. Greeting visitors and saying goodbye to them. Asking for things instead of reaching for them. Knocking on doors before entering a room. Responding when an adult asks how you are. Not interrupting when grownups are talking. you feel. Saying “Excuse me” when you need to interrupt a conversation. Saying “Excuse me” if you bump into someone. Not using electronics at the dinner table. Sitting attentively through plays, movies, and musical performances. Washing your hands before meals. Not commenting on personal appearance. Holding doors open for others. Keeping burps silent. Offering to help adults if they need it. Giving a genuine apology when needed. Asking to be excused at the end of a meal.
(Lynch, Mathew: 30 Manners Your Kids Should Know By Age 10, 2017)
National Young Readers Week November 14-18
National Young Readers Week
GJM will celebrate National Young Readers Week from November 14-18. National Young Readers Week was established to remind Americans of the importance of reading for kids. We have a week filled with excitement. We hope each child will participate to show our love for reading!
11/14 Monday - Share a book (Bring your favorite book or magazine to share with your class)
11/15 Tuesday – Guest read-aloud - Mustang Readers will come and read-aloud to classes during WIN time.
11/16 Wednesday – Book Scavenger Hunt -Students will search for a variety of books.
11/17 Thursday – Dress as your favorite book character (must have a copy of the book when
presenting your character) Remember our Dress Code!
11/18 Friday – Pajama Reading Celebration! Wear your PJ’s and bring Slippers. (Remember our Dress Code!) Bring your slippers in your backpack! make sure to bring tennis shoes for PE and recess.
Nurse News by: Nurse Willams
Hello GJM Family,
Parents are the first step in reducing the spread of illness at school. Check in with your child
each morning for signs of sickness. If your child has any of the following symptoms, please
keep them home.
Temperature 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher when taken by mouth
Sore throat
New uncontrolled cough that causes difficulty breathing (for students with chronic allergic/asthmatic cough, a change in their cough from baseline)
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Abnormal taste and/or smell
New onset of severe headache (especially with a fever)
Children should be fever free, vomit free and diarrhea free for 24 hours without the use of
medication before sending back to school. Please provide either a parent excuse or a doctor’s excuse for absences. Contact GJM school if your child has any of the above symptoms and keep your child home. Children returning to school when they are not ready exposes other students and staff to sickness
Gratitude Scavenger Hunt for Kids and Family
1. Find something outside you enjoy looking at.
2. Find something useful for you.
3. Find something that is your favorite color.
4. Find something you know someone else will enjoy.
5. Find something that makes you happy.
6. Find something that tastes good.
7. Find something that smells amazing.
8. Discover something new.
9. Find something that makes you feel safe.
10. Find something that makes a beautiful sound.
11. Find someone you are grateful for.
12. Find something that is unique to you.
13. Find something that makes you laugh.
14. Find a story you enjoy.
15. Find something in the morning that makes you happy.
16. Find a friend you enjoy spending time with.
17. Find your favorite place to spend time with your family.
18. Find something that has been hard for you to do.
19. Find something you recently learned how to do.
20. Find something that makes you feel strong.
Important Dates for November:
Native American Heritage Month
MAKE SURE YOU FILL OUT THE EFFECTIVE SCHOOLS FRAMEWORK SURVEY ASAP
Nov. 2 TIP parent meeting5pm and PTO following
Nov.4 End of Six Weeks
Nov. 11 - wear red, white and blue, Veterans Day Assembly 8:00am please sign in the office, Kona ICE day
Nov.14-18- National Children's Literacy Week
Nov. 17 - Education Support Professional Day
Nov. 18 - Substitute Appreciation Day
Nov. 21-25 - Thanksgiving break
Nov 28 - Students and staff return to school