Grizzly Gazette: November 2016
News you can use from Dena'ina Elementary School
Student of the Month Sponsor
New Dismissal Procedures!
Business Sponsor
November Principal Post
"You learn you can do your best even when it's hard, even when you're tired and maybe hurting a little bit. It feels good to show some courage."
Perseverance is a resiliency skill that is learned often times through failure. We don't do well at something, or something doesn't go as planned and we immediately have a choice: give up, or go on. People who learn to get up and go on don't allow failure to define their path in life.
Students can sometimes get discouraged by a low grade on a test or report card, so our staff are teaching them the power of 'Yet'. They may not know how to dribble a basketball like Michael Jordan or get as many math facts or spelling words correct as they want to...yet. If we teach them to be resilient through what is perceived as 'failure' they will be prepared to face any of life's challenges.
It was great to see so many parents at conferences in October. If you weren't able to make it, teachers have been reaching out to make sure you get the information about how your child is progressing. The first quarter has flown by and the 2nd quarter is sure to pass quickly with all the events and learning we have to do!
Please visit our website to learn more about us, see what events are coming up, and much more! Better yet - come on in anytime, we'd love to see you!
~Mrs. Everett
4th/5th Grade Vocal Concert
Tuesday, Nov 8, 2016, 06:00 PM
Dena'ina Elementary School, Knik Knack Mud Shack Road, Wasilla, AK, United States
Red, White & Blue Day
Thursday, Nov 10, 2016, 09:00 AM
Dena'ina Elementary School, Knik Knack Mud Shack Road, Wasilla, AK, United States
Professional Development Day-No School for Students Friday, November 11th
Dena'ina Holiday Bazaar Fundraiser
Saturday, Nov 12, 2016, 10:00 AM
7068 Knik Knack Mud Shack Road, Wasilla, AK, United States
Thanksgiving Holiday-No School Thursday & Friday November 24th & 25th
"It is not happiness that makes us grateful, but gratefulness that makes us happy."
-David Steindl-Rast
Kagan Structure for November: Fan-N-Pick
Our Kagan Structure of the Month is Fan-N-Pick. Students take turns picking a card and answering questions. This structure can be used for basic recall or higher level thinking. Ask your child about Fan-N-Pick, or better yet, have them show you! This is a great activity to do with spelling words or math problems on flashcards at home as a family.
Ever have a kid that wants to argue?
Check out our Giving Tree Page!
Click here to see a list of needs at school. These are updated regularly! Details for each need are listed as well as how to help and who to contact.
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About Us
Email: melissa.roovers@matsuk12.us
Website: www.matsuk12.us/dne
Location: 7068 Knik Knack Mud Shack Road, Wasilla, AK, United States
Phone: 907.864.5600