Linwood Holton Community Chronicles
LHES: Volume 3, Issue 4 (March 29 - April 2nd, 2021)
This month we celebrate...
National Women's History Month
Irish American Heritage Month
March is "Music in our Schools" Month
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It's Picture Day: March 29th & 30th from 2:00pm-7:00pm
*Once you sign up, please review the picture day procedures below*
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Opportunities & Announcement
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Can you Guess our Mystery Reader?
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Holton Staff Corner would like to introduce: Terrnisha James
Spectacular School Counselor
* What are some fun facts about you?
1) I was going to school to be a nurse before I switched my major to psychology.
2) I am an Army wife!
3) I love reality T.V.
4) I enjoy watching TED talks.
5) I love dogs!
* What is one new hobby or skill that you have picked up during the pandemic?
Yoga and meditation
*Helping one another during the pandemic: What is something that you have added to your life during the pandemic (that may help others get through) that you can share a tip or advice about?
I have been more intentional with how I spend my time and I have added meditation as part of my daily routine. My daily meditations have helped me to reduce my stress and anxiety.
*A message from you to our Students:
Always believe that something wonderful is about to happen.
* A message from you to our Parents:
Children learn more from what you are than what you teach.
* A message from you to our Community:
We do it better when we do it together!
* A message from you to our Staff:
The power in our team is each individual member.
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Mrs. James' Counseling Corner
Weekly Updates
Small Groups: There are two upcoming small groups for growth mindset and social awareness. Please contact Mrs. James if your student is interested in participating!
Individual Counseling Sessions: Individual counseling sessions are offered throughout the week. If your student is in need of or is interested in having an individual counseling session please contact me at tjames2@rvaschools.net
Please be sure to check out the School Counseling Google classroom for fun and mindful activities! We have also added some new books to our mindfulness library!
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Attention All 3rd - 5th Grade Parents
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Reading Nook with Mrs. Pong
Finding a Good Fit Book for Your Child
An important part of becoming an engaged reader is the ability to find a book that is a ‘good fit.’ Finding a ‘good fit’ book is much like finding the right pair of shoes.
Using the IPICK acronym below, consider the questions:
Think of the PURPOSE of the shoes (Are these the shoes I like/need)?
Do the shoes serve an appropriate INTEREST (i.e. soccer shoes for soccer)?
Do the shoes fit and are they comfortable (COMPREHENSION & KNOW)?
Not all books are a ‘good fit.’ And like shoes, readers can grow into a book.
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Staff Shout-outs!
Hey Holton Caregivers!
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Bizarre, Special, and Unique Holidays For March 2021
- Music in Our Schools Month
- National Craft Month
- National Irish American Heritage Month
- National Nutrition Month
- National Women's History Month
- Red Cross Month
- Social Workers Month
Days:
27th: Passover begins at sundown
28th: Palm Sunday
29th: National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day
30th: Take a Walk in the Park Day
31st: National Crayon Day
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Richmond Public Schools Updates and Announcements
Resources & Crisis Support
Crisis Support – Please reach out if you need help.
- Mental Health – Call the Richmond Behavioral Health Authority crisis line at (804) 819-4100.
- Domestic Violence – Call the YWCA Greater Richmond regional hotline at (804) 612-6126.
- Child Abuse – Call the Virginia Child Protective Services crisis line at (800) 552-7096.
- Suicide – Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at (800) 273-8255.
- If you or someone you know lives in the Greater RVA Area and may be worried about food insecurity, check this out.
Richmond residents can get assistance from RBHA by calling 804-819-4000. Richmond City Health Department Website and Hotline: www.vdh.virginia.gov/richmond-city and 804-205-3501
#ReopenWithLove Links
- #ReopenWithLove Section of the RPS Website
- Meal Distribution
- Tech Support
- Family Support Line (804-780-6195)
Local, State, and National Public Health Links
- Richmond City Health District
- City of Richmond COVID-19 Updates
- RVA Strong (Hub for Local Support)
- Virginia Department of Health
- Virginia COVIDWISE app
- Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255)
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Linwood Holton Elementary
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Email: LinwoodHoltonSupport@rvaschools.net
Website: https://www.rvaschools.net/LHES
Location: 1600 West Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA, USA
Phone: 804-228-5310
Twitter: @LinwoodHoltonES