The Avery Pulse
April 17th, 2022
Upcoming Dates
- April 11th-April 22nd - MAP Testing for Grades 3rd, 4th, and 5th
- April 21st - PTO Meeting @ Robust
- April 23rd - Avery Spring Clean Up (details below)
- April 29th - Movie Night at Avery (details below)
- May 2nd - May 6th - Teacher Appreciation Week
- May 6th - Early Release-Dismissal at 11:45am
- May 24th - Avery Night at the Ballpark (details below)
- May 26th - Blacktop Ball SAVE THE DATE!
- May 27th - Last Day of School! Early Release-Dismissal at 11:45am
Avery Equity Meeting - Monday
Avery Equity Meeting - Monday
Avery Parents for Racial Equity will meet Monday, April 18 from 7-8pm over Zoom. We will discuss how this group can celebrate our teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week and start planning next school year. Please email Elisa Tomich at averyequity@gmail.com with any questions.
Topic: Avery Parents for Racial Equity
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
Join Zoom Meeting
https://wgsdstl.zoom.us/j/96358432002?pwd=UHNyVzFBZkZjM3NYejlRMmg1OUNzQT09
Spring Clean-Up
Avery Mom's Night
Calling all Avery Moms- get ready for another Mom's Night.
Date: April 23rd, 2022
Time:7-9PM
Location: Home of Justin & Amy Miller
For further details and to purchase tickets, click on the following link- https://april-wine-night.cheddarup.com
Counselor Corner
Check in with Mrs. Wallace
Our building wide universals for social emotional learning and personal success continue to be: The Avery Way, The Zones of Regulation, and the 7 Habits. Please contact me if you have any questions about these universals or the counseling program at Avery.
7 Habits Review! There is only one left we are up to #6… Synergize…
1.) Be Proactive- I am in charge of myself. I have a “can do” attitude.
2.) Begin with the end in mind- Set a goal and make a plan to reach it.
3.) Put First Things First- Do important things first… manage your time.
4.) Think Win-Win – How do I solve a problem in a win-win way?
Compromise, Use an “I message”.
5.) Seek First To Understand then to be Understood- I can listen first and try to see that person’s point of view. Being a listener is as important as a speaker. Listening shows Respect. Empathy is important.
6.) Synergize- together is better! Learn everyone’s strengths. We are all different and that is good!
7.) Sharpen to the Saw……. To be continued!
Parenting Help: What are thinking errors? Continued!
Last time we discussed: Ignoring the Good, Blowing Things Up, and Fortune Telling…
Negative thinking patterns are distorted ways of looking at situations. Sometimes with students we call these “thinking errors”. Two examples of these thinking errors are:
1.) Mind Reading. Believing you know what someone else is thinking or why they are doing something, without having enough information.
Examples:
“People are looking at me. They probably think my shirt is ugly.”
“Emma didn’t invite me to her party. I bet she thinks I’m weird.”
2.) Negative Labeling. Having a belief about yourself and thinking it applies to everything you do.
Examples:
“I’m a loser so my artwork stinks.”
“I’m so stupid. Everything I say is dumb.”
3.) Setting the Bar Too High. Thinking that you must be perfect in everything you do, otherwise you’re no good.
Examples:
“If I don’t get an A on every test, I’m not smart.”
“I have to win every tennis match I play, otherwise I’m worthless.”
Join Avery PTO Leadership Team!
Interested in getting more involved and connected with our Avery community but don't know how? Save the date for the evening on April 21st.
Information below is repeated from the previous Pulse.
Covid 19 Testing
Dear WGSD Families and Staff:
The Webster Groves School District offers COVID-19 testing for the public from 2-4 p.m. in the board room at the central office, 400 E. Lockwood Ave. Testing will continue to be offered here on Thursdays at this time except for during spring break.
Rapid antigen and PCR testing will be available through Visionary Vaccine Services. No appointment is needed. Masks will be required. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent of guardian. Your insurance will be billed for the service and there are no fees for the uninsured. Everyone tested will receive a letter documenting the date of service, type of testing and results.
Testing will also be offered for the public in other school districts:
Mondays and Wednesdays in the Ladue School District at the Fifth Grade Center, 10900 Ladue Rd., inside the lower level athletic entrance to the building from 9-11 a.m.
On Tuesdays, at the Clayton District's Administration Center, #2 Mark Twain Circle in Clayton, from 9-11 a.m
5th Grade Art Show
The 5th grade art show will be taking place at Hixson on May 4th from 6 - 8 pm. Please come anytime between 6 - 8 pm. The art show's theme is change. Each 5th grader in the district created a work of art inspired by the theme change. Family and friends please come and check out the exciting works of art created by the 5th grade students from Avery, Bristol, Edgar Road, Hudson and Clark. We look forward to seeing you there!
Thank you,
Jessica Neusitz
Art Teacher
Avery Elementary
909 N. Bompart Avenue
Webster Groves MO 63119
314-963-6425
Mask Recommended Update
Please click here to access the March 1st communication for additional information.
Arrival Reminders
Bompart Avenue
- Carpool drop-off only in front of school
- Parents to remain in vehicles with staff members assisting students
- No parking during arrival
- Staff members will supervise at the curb
- PLEASE DO NOT PARK ON THE CURBS/SIDEWALKS
Marshall Avenue
- Atrium entrance will be open for arrival for students dropped off on Marshall
- Staff members will supervise at the curb
Atalanta Avenue
- We strongly encourage families to travel only from Bompart towards Glen to alleviate congestion and increase safety
- No parking on sidewalks
- Staff members will supervise at the curb
Blacktop Ball Committee: Looking for New Members
Incoming Kindergarten Information
Here is a link with Helpful Kindergarten Information!
Questions? Please contact: 314-963-6425
2021-2022 Buzz Book
Title I Program Parent and Family Involvement and Engagement
Please see the link below for Parent and Family Engagement Federal Programs:
https://dese.mo.gov/quality-schools/federal-programs/parent-family-engagement
Online Community Bulletin Board
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Avery Elementary
Email: theaverypulse@gmail.com
Website: https://www.webster.k12.mo.us/Domain/89
Location: 909 North Bompart Avenue, Webster Groves, MO, USA
Phone: 314-963-6425
Twitter: @avery_allstars