Y.E.S Indeed!
York Elementary School January Newsletter
Welcome Back!
As we move into 2023, we are going to start sending a digital monthly newsletter. The Breakfast/Lunch Menu and ENCORE calendars will still be sent home. However, all other information will be sent in this digital format.
We are looking forward to welcoming students back and having a fantastic second semester!
January 2023-- Important Dates
Wednesday, January 11: Slushy Day
Monday, January 16: No School
Wednesday, January 25: Slushy Day
Duke Branch open on Thursdays!
The Duke Branch of Cornerstone Bank is open every Thursday from 7:45-8:15. If students wish to deposit money, they may head into the library to deposit money and earn a reward for saving!
Any student is able to deposit money into their account as long as the parent permission slip has been returned. There are additional parent permission slips in the front office, and a slip can be turned in at any time. It is not too late for your student to start saving!
Front Doors
Report Cards
Science Expo
News from the Nurse
New Year’s resolutions can be for kids too! Resolutions can be a fun way to bring about a positive healthy change in your child’s life. Visit with your child about resolutions. Brainstorm different ideas with them. Help your child pick out a healthy, reasonable resolution. Set them up for success by offering encouragement, guidance, and reminders along the way. A couple resolution ideas are listed below:
- ·Get at least 10 to 11 hours of sleep each night.
· Establish a bedtime routine. Keep their sleep schedule consistent throughout the week. Turn off electronics at least 60 minutes before bed. Avoid caffeine and sugary drinks the second half of the day.
- Eat at least 5 servings of fruit and vegetables daily.
· Make fruit and vegetables more appealing and accessible for your child. Offer fruit and vegetables at every meal and as a snack. Look up new recipes on how to incorporate them into your main dish. Visit myplate.gov for more information.
- Brush teeth twice a day.
· Set at time so the child brushes for at least 2 minutes. Monitor brushing habits now and then to make sure the child is effectively brushing by covering all tooth surfaces and brushing long enough.
- Drink enough water.
· Amount of water your child should drink depends on age, gender, and amount of physical activity. Offer water first instead of sports drinks, sugary options or caffeinated beverages.
- Get at least 60 minutes of physical activity daily.
· The Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee recommends, “children and adolescents (6–17 years of age) engage in at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day, including vigorous-intensity as well as muscle- and bone-strengthening activities, at least 3 days per week.”
Contact Us
Katie Burger, Assistant Principal
Email: katie.burger@yorkdukes.org
Website: yorkpublic.org
Location: 1501 Washington Avenue
Phone: 402-362-1414
Facebook: facebook.com/YESDukePride
Twitter: @YESDukePride