River Birch Insider
December 4, 2020
Project A.N.G.E.L. Food Drive: Week 2
Habits to Home
Our current focus habit is Habit 5, Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood. That means that it is better to listen first and talk second. By taking the time to listen to another person, you reach a higher level of communication. Young children find it difficult to understand another’s point of view. Learning to listen without interrupting and learning to listen with your ears, your eyes, and your heart will help children build a foundation for Habit 5.
Click the video below to watch "Lily's Missing Red Paint". Watch this 7 Habits of Happy Kids video and see how Lily learns that poor listening can make things more difficult.
After watching the video together, talk about the connections to Habit 5!
- What was Allie trying to tell Lily?
- What happened because Lily didn't listen to Allie?
- Lily accused her friends of taking her paint. How did that make them feel?
- At the end, Lily apologized to her friends. Why was that important?
- How can you use what you learned in your own life?
Ms. Kopke, School Counselor
Virtual Mindfulness Room
A Few Reminders From the Clinic
Over the Counter Medications
Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, and Tums are available in the clinic. These can be given at the discretion of the school nurse to any student who has permission. Any additional over-the-counter medications (including cough drops) will be kept in the clinic and need to be supplied by the parent. All over-the-counter permission is provided via CareDox or written request from parent/guardian. All medication must be in the original unopened container and will be given according to the directions on the bottle and dosage needs that are appropriate for the age and weight of the student. If the dosage exceeds recommendations, permission must be granted from a primary care provider. All medications administered at school must be approved by the FDA, no homeopathic or herbal medications will be administered. Over-the-counter medications sent in to school will be kept until the end of the school year unless directed otherwise.
Fever, Vomiting and Diarrhea Policy
Children with a fever who are ill should be fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication before attending school.
Children who are vomiting or have diarrhea (defined as 2 or more liquid stools in a 24-hour period) should be free from vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours before attending school.
Coronavirus questions
Go to the districts website (www.avon-schools.org) and click on the Coronavirus plan.
Please don’t hesitate to call me if you had any questions about keeping your child home.
Mrs. Jones, RN
School Nurse
River Birch Elementary
317-544-6800, x6825
December 9: One Hour Delay
December 19-January 4: Winter Break, NO SCHOOL
January 5: Second Semester Begins
January 13: One Hour Delay
January 18: Teacher Development Day, NO SCHOOL for Students
Vision
Educate. Excite. Excel.
The students of River Birch Elementary have access to the education every child needs along with the learning and life experiences they deserve, so they can succeed today and tomorrow.
Mission
River Birch Learning Leaders create a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment that provides opportunities for learning and leadership through interdisciplinary experiences supported by strong relationships with students, family, and community.
Beliefs
The River Birch Way promotes community, collaboration, and a safe and productive learning environment. The River Birch Way says that as leaders we are:
Safe: Students at River Birch Elementary keep their hands and feet to themselves, use materials and equipment as instructed, and follow emergency procedures led by their teachers.
Respectful: Students at River Birch Elementary show whole body listening, follow the River Birch Rules, and are kind to others.
Responsible: Students at River Birch Elementary take ownership of their actions.
Leaders: Students at River Birch Elementary find their voice by using the 7 Habits of Happy Kids to be their best selves in school, at home, and in our community.
River Birch Elementary
Principal
Mrs. Heather Gorgas, HMGorgas@avon-schools.org
Assistant Principal
Ms. Kyle Kopke, KEKopke@avon-schools.org
Counselor
Email: hmgorgas@avon-schools.org
Website: avon-schools.org/riverbirch
Location: 5456 East County Road 75 North, Avon, IN, USA
Phone: 317.544.6800
Facebook: facebook.com/RiverBirch.Elem
Twitter: @RiverBirch_Elem