Edgewood's Tiger Talk
November 9, 2018
1st Grade
The secret message...
The surprise...
Notes from the Principal
Now, does this student follow his own advice all the time? Of course not. None of us does. But his comment reminded me that our kids are always listening and watching. While often it might appear that they're paying attention to the lesson we want to teach them, they are paying attention to the ways in which we respond to frustration or challenge. They're paying attention to who we talk to, and how we talk to them.
From ages birth to twelve, it's generally accepted that children's greatest teachers are the adults near them (parents, family, teachers). At 13, teens begin to rely more on their peers for guidance and input.
For now, our kids are watching us and learning from what they see. What do we want them to learn? What examples do we give of perseverance? Of respect? Of teamwork? Of empathy?
Cold Weather is Here!
Once it snows, students need snow pants and snow boots. They are out at stores like Target, so stock up!
Please label coats, hats, and gloves with a sharpie on the tag, and if you're missing something, encourage your child to check the lost and found if something is missing.
If you need assistance getting a hat, coat, or snow gear for your child, please let Mrs. Boyd or Mrs. Michlig know.
Word Detectives
Math Coach
Storybook Character Day
EHSA Update
Just like that, October is behind us! Thank you for supporting our school fundraisers, Halloween Dance, and Scholastic Book Fair. With your help, EHSA was able to provide funds to offset the cost of classroom field trips (1st and 3rd grade) and fulfill all of the teachers’ Scholastic Bookfair wishlists.
Our October EHSA meeting was well attended, and Mrs. Adkins from 5th grade joined us. She and Mrs. Boyd shared some insights into the character education that is going on at Edgewood. They shared some of the evidence the classrooms had presented to gain admittance to the Magic Show and talked of the future assemblies that classrooms will be able to earn by being respectful, responsible, and critical thinkers. Mrs. Adkins also started a Kindness Club at Edgewood with some of her 5th grade students.
We did gain approval from the district for our digital sign. This is a BIG fundraising goal- will likely take 2 years to raise enough funds- but we are very excited about all of the possibilities this sign will bring.
Join us at our next EHSA meeting, Tuesday, November 13th 6:30-7:30 PM in the Learning Commons. We will be discussing future fundraisers, Santa’s Workshop and Pancake Breakfast (Santa’s Workshop is NEW THIS YEAR!) and also reviewing our past activities/fundraisers. One of the best parts of our meetings is Mrs. Boyd giving a Principal’s Report and classroom teachers visiting to give us updates on their grade level. It is a great way to get an inside look at what is going on at Edgewood. Third grade teachers will join us at November's meeting!
Planning Ahead:
- Tuesday, Nov 13 6:30-7:30 EHSA Meeting, Learning Commons
- Dates TBD Racine Kringle and Colectivo Coffee Fundraiser (Pickup Tuesday, Nov 20th)
- Saturday, Dec 8th 9 AM- Noon Santa’s Workshop and Pancake Breakfast
- Tuesday, Dec 11 6:30-7:30 EHSA Meeting, Learning Commons
Parent University (District-wide Events)
Here are links for upcoming Parent University Classes:
Love and Logic - Nov. 1 - Dec. 13. -https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F084DA8AB29A6F49-love
Question, Persuade, Refer. (QPR) on December 4. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F084DA8AB29A6F49-question1
Earn money for our EHSA when you shop on Amazon!
Car Pick Up Reminders
2) Do not block the intersection.
3) Do not turn right from the center lane.
Thank you for helping us to have a safe and orderly dismissal.
Upcoming Dates
* Wear Spirit Wear Every Friday! *
11/13: November EHSA Meeting, 6:30-7:30 pm
11/21-11/24--Thanksgiving Holidays
12/8: EHSA Santa's Workshop & Pancake Breakfast, 9-12 @ Edgewood
12/11: December EHSA Meeting, 6:30-7:30pm
12/13: 1st Trimester Report Cards go home
12/24-1/1: Winter Break (Edgewood Office closed, District Office open 12/26, 12/27, and 12/28).