THE HOWL
CHIEF CHARLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWS - February (2nd Edition)
~ Chief Charlo WINS the 1st Annual Super Bowl Food Drive ~
Our 1st Annual Super Bowl Food Drive was a HUGE success!!
This three school competition between Chief Charlo, Rattlesnake and Lewis & Clark schools brought in 5,078 pounds of food for the Missoula Food Bank and Community Center.
Charlo students were determined to help our local community fight food insecurity, as well as keep Ms. Zins from getting a pie in the face.
Chief Charlo won 1st PLACE with 1978 pounds of donated food.
Lewis & Clark was 2nd place with 1867 pounds, Rattlesnake 3rd place with 1198 pounds
THANK YOU to EVERYONE THAT WAS ABLE TO HELP OUT OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY!!
What an AMAZING thing to see, especially during KINDNESS Week!
Front Office Notes
* NO SCHOOL February 21 due to Presidents' Holiday.
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Looking for a perfect part time position that allows you to be home when your children are? Chief Charlo is currently hiring for a Noon Duty Aide (2.25 hours/day) - to learn more about this position contact 542-4005 or https://mss.mcps.k12.mt.us/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx.
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Kindergarten parents, please provide your child with an extra pair of clothes to keep in their locker or backpack in case of a bathroom accident or needed a change after recess. The FIT office is running out of smaller sizes for these incidents.
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Parents, please put your student's name or initials in their coat and other outer gear. This helps the lost and found items find their way home. It's sad to see so many top name brand items never make it back to where they belong.
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* Looking ahead - Parent/Teacher Conferences happening the week of March 14-18.
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February At-A-Glance
February 17 - Early out - ALL students dismissed at 2:30pm
February 21 - Presidents' Holiday - NO SCHOOL
February 21-28 - PTO Butter Braids Fundraiser
February 24 - Early out - ALL students dismissed at 2:30pm.
February 28 - PTO Family Dine Out at Panda Express (Details below)
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~ Volunteer Opportunities ~
~ PTO Family Dine Out Night -
PTO Butter Braid fundraiser is back - February 21-March 21
~ Counselors' Corner ~
In the Classroom:
We are using the MindUp curriculum again this year to teach students about how the brain works, specifically in regards to self-regulation and learning. Students in K-5 are learning about three specific parts: the prefrontal cortex (aka wise leader), the amygdala (aka security guard), and the hippocampus (aka memory saver). This curriculum is designed to help students learn about the brain and how it functions, which helps students gain insight into their own minds and behaviors as well as the behaviors of those around them.
This curriculum is designed to help students understand what happens in their brains and bodies when they lose control of their emotions and what to do when that happens. One area we have been focusing on is using deep breaths when in the red zone. Here are some strategies that students can use when their lid is flipped:
• Belly Breathing – put your hands over your belly and breath in slowly. Watch your belly rice and fall as you breathe in and out. This can help kids to focus on their breathing which can be calming.
• Alphabet Animals - name an animal for every letter of the alphabet while taking deep breaths between each letter. This can help individuals to redirect and become more relaxed - especially if they are becoming anxious.
• Going to Your Favorite Place – close your eyes and think about a favorite place while taking deep breaths. Think about what you can smell, hear, taste, feel, or touch in this place. This strategy can be relaxing.
As always, if you ever have any questions or concerns please contact us at 406-728-2400, X4976 or by email kdonisthorpe@mcpsmt.org or freynolds@mcpsmt.org
February is National Black History Month
Chief Charlo's LIBRARY PAGE
Our library has lots of Valentines books to choose from for all grade levels.
Check out the Chief Charlo Library Page for LOTS of fun links, Online book recommendations for your student and Online reading rooms. https://www.mcpsmt.org/domain/149
President's Day is just around the corner.
FAMILIES IN TRANSITION (FIT) PROGRAM
Families in Transition Coordinator - Rm 233
The Families in Transition (FIT) Program is here to assist Chief Charlo students and families experiencing housing instability (McKinney-Vento Act) and/or economic hardship. FIT works as a bridge between those families, our school and the district staff to empower students to stay in school and remain successful both in school and as lifelong learners. FIT also provides families access to community resources and services.
FIT is here to support your family, because we care about all of our Wolves - BIG and small!!
I look forward to assisting you!
Coryll Rupert (FIT Coordinator)
728-2400, X4983
Missoula County Public School Information
Locate your individual school's Native American Specialist and learn about resources available to your child.
Chief Charlo Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)
Current Board Members:
Heather Bomb, President: chiefcharlopto@gmail.com
April Miller, Vice President: chiefcharloptovp@gmail.com
Amy Mill, Treasurer: chiefcharlotreasurer@gmail.com
Elyse Johnson, Secretary: chiefcharloptosec@gmail.com
Meeting Schedule: We meet virtually the SECOND WEDNESDAY of each month.
Meetings start at 6:00pm.
Interested in becoming a member? Everyone is welcome! Membership is free due to our amazing sponsors. The Chief Charlo PTO encourages families to join, stay informed, and help out in any way you can. It's never too late to join and be part of the FUN!!
Check us out at http://facebook.com/chiefcharlopto