The Howler March 1st, 2019
Newsletter for the Shadow Hills Elementary School Community
Principal Point
I read an article from Common Sense Media titled 13 Online Challenges Your Kid Already Knows About.
The following is the concluding set of paragraphs located at the end of the article. I feel like that is the most important part of the article. The comments by readers are interesting as well. Please read below and if you want to get more info or read the entire article go the link provided at the bottom. If you have questions please ask. I’m interested in your input too.
What to Do (concluding paragraphs about internet challenges)
Talk about it. Though we can't always be with our tweens and teens to prevent dangerous behavior, our words really can stay with them. Say, "If you ever want to do an internet challenge, check with me first."
Get them to think. Help your kid think through the challenges and whether they're safe or have potential risks. Say, "Walk through each step and figure out where things could go wrong."
Acknowledge peer pressure. Today's kids think of internet personalities as their peers, so seeing kids on YouTube doing a challenge could influence your kid. Say, "Why do you want to do this? Is this a video of yourself that you really want out in the world?"
Stay (somewhat) up to date. Ask your kid about what's happening in their lives when they're not distracted -- even when it seems like they don't want you to. Sometimes kids are more willing to talk about what's going on with other kids than with themselves, so pose questions about friends, school, and trends. Once the conversation is open, you can get a sense of what your kid thinks about the latest craze -- and if they're safe. Keep an open mind and intervene if you're concerned. Say, "Would you consider doing a viral stunt if someone asked you? Which ones would you do and not do?"
Model responsible online habits. Some parents are the ones recording their kids taking these challenges, so make sure your involvement sends the message you intend. Today it might be harmless, but tomorrow it might be more dangerous. Help your kids make the distinction so they can stay safe. Say, "Let's do a funny challenge together, but we'll only film it if you want to, and we'll only share it with family."
If you would like to read the full article go to this link: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/viral-youtube-challenges-internet-stunts-popular-with-kids?utm_source=NEW+03012019+DEFAULT&utm_medium=email
Shadow Hills Elementary School
We are PK-6th Public Elementary School in Boise, Idaho! We serve the community of NW Boise and parts of Eagle and Garden City. We have excellent community support for our outstanding teachers and staff! Thank you!
Mission
Inspiring curiosity and building integrity to cultivate a positive learning community.
Vision
We believe the most promising strategy for achieving the mission of Shadow Hills Elementary School is to develop our capacity to function as a professional learning community. We envision a school in which staff:
Inspire curiosity
Build integrity
Cultivate a positive learning community
Unite to achieve a common purpose and clear goals
Work in collaborative teams
Seek and implement best practices that result in student growth and achievement
Monitor student progress
Demonstrate a personal commitment to the overall success and well-being of all students
(Vision based on P. 135 of the following book - Eaker, DuFour & DuFour. (2002). Getting Started: Reculturing Schools To Become Professional Learning Communities. Bloomington, Indiana: National Educational Service.)
Values
We live the values of: Respect - Dignity - Honesty - Responsibility - Teamwork
2018-2019 Focus: Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Attitude, Integrity, and Self-esteem
Purpose/Goals
SMART Goals updated annually
Email: gale.zickefoose@boiseschools.org
Website: https://shadowhills.boiseschools.org/
Location: 8301 West Sloan Street, Boise, ID, USA
Phone: 208-854-6060
Facebook: facebook.com/ShadowHillsWolves
Twitter: @ShadowHillsElem
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION IS HERE!
Please mark your calendar for KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION at Shadow Hills on THURSDAY, MARCH 7th from 4:00-6:00 p.m.!! Complete the online enrollment prior to March 7th, but plan to attend Registration with your future kindergartner so he/she can participate in the screening activities.
If you have a child who will be attending Kindergarten at Shadow Hills next year, please register them online as soon as possible through your existing parent portal (username and password). If you are unsure of your username or have forgotten your password, please call the office for assistance (208-854-6060). See the attached flyer for information regarding full day kindergarten.
FIGHT FLU AND GERMS!
ATTENDANCE INFORMATION
OPEN ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
Application Deadlines
Open enrollment applications will be accepted at any time throughout the year. However, those applications submitted by the dates indicated below will receive first consideration for open enrollment in the indicated grade.
Elementary: Feb. 1st of the preceding school year.
Seventh grade: May 15th of the fifth grade year.
Eighth and Ninth grade: Feb. 1st of the preceding school year.
Tenth grade: May 15th of the eighth grade year
Eleventh and Twelfth grade: Feb. 1st of the preceding school year.
Winter Weather is Here!
SNOW BOOTS NEEDED!
As winter weather is upon us you may have discovered that your child's snow boots no longer fit. If you are looking for a place to donate them, Shadow Hills will take them to give them to students in need of snow boots! Bring your gently worn boots to Mrs. Erwin in the counseling office and we will find them a new home. Thank you for supporting our students!
February Fire Marshal
WALKING CLUB NEWS
Walking Club is off to a great start this year! There are more students walking and/or running laps than ever before at lunch recess! See here the students who are racking up the miles and have already reached the 25 mile mark and beyond!
25 Miles!
Joseph E. and Evelyn S. (Bogdanoff)
Sophia F.-W. (Wamhoff)
50 Miles!!
Caitlin M. (Plies)
Jaeda W. (Jeffries)
75 Miles!!
Brody S. (Plies)
100 Miles!!
Caleb G. (Jeffries)
175 Miles!!
Caleb L. (Jeffries)
200 Miles!!
Taif A. (Jeffries)
The February GOLDEN SHOE classroom winners are Miss. Suggs (11), Ms. Johnson (48), Mrs. Plies (122), Mrs. Diehl (20), Mrs. Jeffries (142), Mrs. Arnzen (10) and Mrs. Schwehr (9)! Congratulations to these classes for accruing the most miles in their grade level!
Keep walking and stay healthy!!
The Talent Show is coming!!
Coming soon…
Talent Show 2019
March 1st - sign up sheets go home
March 7th - Forms must be returned to the office by 4:00
March 8th - Audition times will be sent home
March 12th and 13th - Auditions after school in the music room
March 15th - The show! 9:30 and 11:00 a.m.
Talent Show 2019
Audition dates: March 12th and 13th after school in the music room. The Judges’ choices will be posted on the front doors and the cafeteria doors at 7:00 p.m. on the 13th.
The Show: The judges must narrow the 4 hours of auditions down to a one-hour show balanced with all ages and talents. The show will be presented for the student body on March 15th. Parents of performers will be invited to the 9:30 or 11:00 show!
Helpful Audition Hints: (acts not following these guidelines will not be considered)
♫ Music must be…
1. on a CD
2. Set to play on an MP3 player or phone.
3. You may also send the music to gina.spengler@boiseschools.org (Please be sure the music is downloaded in MP3 format and not dependant on internet)
♫ Time limit is 3 minutes.
♫ Costumes are encouraged but must meet school dress codes.
♫ Act must be presented to judges exactly as it would be in the show. Please wear your costumes to the audition if possible.
♫ Be prepared that you may not make it! It does not mean you are not talented! The judges have a difficult job, please be nice to them.
♫ No lip-syncing or singing along with the vocals in a recording! If you sing, please have an instrumental background, piano accompaniment, or sing without music. Amazon or ITunes have karaoke track downloads for about $1.
♫ Dancers may use recorded music but lyrics and moves must be appropriate for school.
♫ PLAN TO BE AT BOTH PERFORMANCES on the 15th. Please note that this is the Friday before Spring break. We will finish about noon.
Please find the Audition Form attached below. All entrance forms must be returned to the office by March 7th - 4:00pm - No exceptions Assigned audition times will be sent out on Friday, March 8th .
HOLIDAY PROGRAM DVDs AVAILABLE
Families of 1st-3rd grade students, there are a few remaining copies of the Holiday Program DVD in the office. Please consider a $15 donation. You can pick those up from the office anytime. Make checks payable to Shadow Hills Elementary.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!
Mark your calendars for the upcoming activities:
Capital High School is hosting Wrestling Club for anyone interested in learning how to wrestle! Please see the attached flyer below for information about the Little Eagles Wrestling Club.
Spring Baseball/Softball: It's time for North Boise Little League registration! Please click on the following link to register now: https://www.northboiselittleleague.org/Default.aspx?tabid=691351&mid=715971&newskeyid=HN1&newsid=181377&ctl=newsdetail.
If CHESS is your game, then check out the attached flyer below for upcoming chess tournaments in the area sponsored by the Western Idaho Scholastic Chess League.
From the Music Department:
May 9th - Band and Orchestra Concert 2:30 p.m.
May 14th and 15th - Spring Program "Celebrating the Music of Michael Jackson ♫"