Panther families,

I've been thinking a lot of about the safety of our students on our campuses in PCS. While we are making improvements, we know it takes time to see results and to rebuild trust with our community. We took the learnings from our Town Hall meeting last week and are looking forward to improvements within our system.

As I mentioned last week in the Press, the resources which families need to support their children at home is a global need. I will continue to provide resources in the Press, and please continue to read the PBIS corner below to see how we are supporting students at school. Here is an article by edsource.org about social media and how to navigate that as a parent. This topic in particular seems to be ever-changing and ever-relevant. The green box off to the side of the article has some great take-aways.

Our 5th graders had a WONDERFUL time at camp this week, even enjoying some sunshine on Monday! I got to go out and have some of the fun with them on Monday. There was a ton of energy and excitement! I'm excited to hear all their stories when they return, as I'm sure you are as well.

As we go into Spring Break tomorrow, I hope you will have the opportunity to take some special time to connect with family, friends and fun!

Stay awkward, brave and kind!

Carley Harp

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Question of the week from Principal Harp

Each week, I will be sending out a question with which you will be given the opportunity to engage in a new conversation with your child. We all know how hard it is to draw out responses other than, "nothing" or "fine" when we ask "What did you do today?" or "How was school?" Be sure to use open ended follow-up questions and statements such as "Tell me more about that!" or "What did you think of that?" Please ask your student(s) the question below, share their response with us and make our day! You can submit more than one response! (No need to put names or identifying words.)

What are your Spring Break plans?

We understand that this shift will take time.

One of the first things we can do is recognize that most of us were not raised in a restorative culture. We were raised during a time of names on the board with check marks, kids sitting out recess, detention, suspension, etc. In other words, an exclusionary punitive culture. We need to bring our families along by educating them about what we will do for their child if they misbehave and harm others as well as what we will do if they are harmed by others.

This is when we utilize our community circles following the 6 questions posted in a previous Press.

I had a beautiful example of this process last week with a group of 5 students who needed to be heard. It helped them to express their feelings, their perspective and their needs, and come to an agreement about how to move forward in a safe environment with a supportive, trained adult. They came out of our circle feeling lighter and connected.

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Can't join us in person?

We are going to try a hybrid meeting to allow members to attend via zoom.

Please be sure to RSVP either way!

*only in person attendees will be able to vote in the elections and on all other matters*

Join members of the Penngrove PTA, Principal Harp & other community members on March 29th, 30th & 31st from 9am-12pm for some spring cleaning. The basement is where so much of the magic of Penngrove Elementary gets stored, and it is time for some reorganizing & cleaning.

Click the image above to RSVP!

Any time you can donate, from 1 hour, or all three hours every day- every bit helps!

Please contact Adrien McGoon with any questions- fopptavp@gmail.com

This is our 38th year of Nothin' But Net. Co-Directors are Coach Doug Johnson, former Petaluma Girls Varsity Coach and Coach Eric Hoppes, former Petaluma Boys Varsity Coach. Many players on local high school teams have attended Nothin’ But Net. We are committed to small group instruction, with groups of 8-10 campers to allow maximum instruction. Local coaches and players will assist at camp. For Information call: Coach Hoppes at 766-9963 or email: ehcoach13@yahoo.com

See flyer or check out the website for full details.

Website: www.nothin-but-net.org

CHESS FOR KIDS, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing chess to as many young people as possible in Sonoma and Napa Counties.

PCS Volunteer Application

Statement of Insurance Coverage

Email: penngrove@petk12.org
Website: penngroveelementary.org
Location: 365 Adobe Road, Penngrove, CA, USA
Phone: (707) 778-4755
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