King Parent Update -Week of 09/30
King Elementary School - Framingham Public Schools
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School Update
Dear Students & Families,
Happy Rosh Hashanah!
Thank you to the King parents who signed up to help with Vision and Hearing Screening. It was greatly appreciated. Last Thursday, we held our K - 2 Curriculum Night @ King Elementary. It was great to see so many parents. This upcoming Thursday, we will have our 3 - 5 Curriculum Night. It will start promptly at 6:30 P.M in the cafeteria.
This year, we have started an Informational session for our Bi-lingual families. They will meet on Thursday @ 6:00 P.M in the library. We look forward to seeing our parents of English language learners there.
As a school community, we are sensitive to the religious and cultural events in the community. Therefore, King chose to change Picture Day to Wednesday, October 16.
P.S. Next week's newsletter will be much shorter :)
Looking forward to great and safe week!
Sincerely,
Dr. Marguerite Lackard
Principal
Vendor Material
Here is the PDF containing fliers from different approved vendors for Framingham Public School.
PTO Updates
Do you want to be able to connect with other parents in your child's classroom? Are you interested in volunteering at a PTO event? Do you want to stay up to date on PTO sponsored events? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then visit http://www.kingpto.com today and join the school directory!
Upcoming Events
October PTO Meeting
Wednesday, October 2 @ 6:30 p.m.
King Cafeteria, childcare will be provided.
Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 26th
Matt - Corresponding Secretary
FREE FAMILY FLU CLINIC
October 26, 2019 10am-2pm
McCarthy School 8 Flagg Drive Framingham
If you have a health insurance plan, please bring your health insurance card with you.
No insurance necessary!
For all ages 6 months and up!
High Dose, Regular, Infant and Preservative Free
See attached
OTHER
2019-2020 District Calendar & School Events Calendar
Please use the following links to access an updated version of the District Calendar. On our School Calendar, you will find all the dates of our school events. Please reference these document as needed throughout the year. It is also available on the district website.
Lunch Menus
Zones Of Regulations
Self-regulation is something everyone continually works on whether or not we are cognizant of it. We all encounter trying circumstances that test our limits from time to time. If we are able to recognize when we are becoming less regulated, we are able to do something about it to manage our feelings and get ourselves to a healthy place. This comes naturally for some, but for others, it is a skill that needs to be taught and practiced. This is the goal of The Zones of Regulation (or Zones for short).
(See attached video).
For Families
THE FOUR ZONES: OUR FEELINGS & STATES DETERMINE OUR ZONE
The Red Zone is used to describe extremely heightened states of alertness and intense emotions. A person may be elated or experiencing anger, rage, explosive behavior, devastation, or terror when in the Red Zone.
The Yellow Zone is also used to describe a heightened state of alertness and elevated emotions, however one has more control when they are in the Yellow Zone. A person may be experiencing stress, frustration, anxiety, excitement, silliness, the wiggles, or nervousness when in the Yellow Zone.
The Green Zone is used to describe a calm state of alertness. A person may be described as happy, focused, content, or ready to learn when in the Green Zone. This is the zone where optimal learning occurs.
The Blue Zone is used to describe low states of alertness and down feelings such as when one feels sad, tired, sick, or bored.
Month's Character Trait -Please work with us in teaching the importance of Kindness.
September- Kindness
Being nice and considerate toward other
October- Respect
Parent Conferences
Reminder
- October 17th - Parent Conferences
- October 24th - Parent Conferences
- October 31st - Parent Conferences
Books for Parents
Please note that I'm not advertising for any school or company, but, more so, that the tips/information is of value.
All the Zones are OK! Tips for Managing the Zones You’re In
Boston Area STEM Activities for Kids- October 2019 Roundup
Astronomy Day– October 5 in Natick from 4 pm-9 pm
Join the fun! Solar Telescopes, Nighttime Telescopes, Mirror Grinding Demos, Galileo Show, Ham Radio Activities, Maker Activities, Planetarium Shows! Open to the public. Hosted by New England Sci-Tech and members of the Amateur Telescope Makers of Boston (ATMoB). Visit www.nescitech.org/astronomy-day/ for details and updates.
List of free and affordable STEM activities to consider this month.
October (various dates): Hands-on engineering and design programs are offered by the MIT Museum in Cambridge. Free with Museum admission. (Ages 12+)
October (various dates): Microsoft Stores in Boston and Burlington are holding free STEM programs for kids ages 6+.
October 4: Free Friday night admission to the Discovery Museum in Acton.
October 6: The Museum of Science is hosting its inaugural Sci-K 5k fun run along the Esplanade. Register now. Adults: $35 and Children (under 13) $18
Public Telescope Nights
Public Telescope Nights– Tuesday and Friday evenings in Natick
Have you seen Saturn’s rings or the bands on Jupiter? The public is invited to an evening of astronomy with New England Sci-Tech at 16 Tech Circle, Natick. They open on Tuesday and Friday evenings 8:00–9:00 pm this fall, weather permitting. Saturn and Jupiter will be visible for a few more weeks. Depending on staff availability, they may offer inside activities as well, such as planetarium shows, touching a rock from outer space (70 lb meteorite!), weighing yourself on the moon and planets, visiting the astronomy classroom, viewing the 3D astronomy displays, selfies with the R2D2 robot, operating the Mars robotic arm to pick up Mars rocks, and more. Families with young children should check the weekly calendar for occasional astronomical events or special children’s programs. Visit www.nescitech.org/public-telescope-nights/ for details and updates. Free event.
Updates
9/30 - No school
10/3 - Grades 3 - 5 Curriculum Night @ 6:30 - 8:00 P.M
10/16 - PICTURE DAY
10/17, 10/24, 10/31 Parent Conferences
10/26 - Trunk or Treat
10/31 - No homework
KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Principal
Mrs. Allison Benabdallah
Assistant Principal
508-782- 7201