Port Barre Elementary School

Shared interests improve communication As children grow, their interests change. To maintain a connection, families need to find new ways to talk, listen and be with their kids. One effective way is to find an interest you and your child share: woodworking, fishing, playing board games, baking, etc. Whatever it is, make time to do it together. Communication will flow easily when you both can share in and discuss an enjoyable activity. https://tpitip.com/?14lQ17376

Congratulations to this week's Positive Office Referrals! (Not pictured: James M. and Calvin A.)

Calm explanations improve behavior better than scolding It's important to make it clear when your child has misbehaved. Understanding what they did wrong is how children learn. But nothing is accomplished by getting upset and losing your temper. For more effective discipline, try this three-step process: 1. Calmly describe the behavior that is unacceptable. 2. Say how it makes you feel when your child does that. 3. Explain why the behavior isn't allowed. https://tpitip.com/?14lP17376

Bus #571 will run for bus #626 on Monday and Tuesday. The run time may be a little later or earlier than usual.

Please see this week's newsletter for important information. https://secure.smore.com/n/kw7z5

Bus 626, Josh Nezat, will not run tomorrow, Monday Dec 16th & Tuesday Dec 17th. Please make the necessary arrangements to drop off and pick up your child through the car rider line both days. We are sorry for the inconvenience.

🎉🚂 Polar Express ELA Literacy Event at Port Barre Elementary🚂🎉 All aboard for an afternoon of magical reading! ✨ Join us for a Polar Express-themed literacy event filled with fun reading activities! 📚❄️ 📅 When: Thursday, December 19 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 👚 Wear: Pajamas with school shoes (because who doesn’t love a cozy day at school?) Parents are encouraged to visit classrooms and enjoy the reading festivities! 🏫👪 🎄 Note: The class Christmas parties will begin at 2:00 PM, right after the literacy event. 🎅🎁 Don’t miss out on the holiday magic! ✨🚂 #PolarExpressReading #HolidayFun #ELAevent #PajamaDay

Mrs Brittani's readers celebrated 100 AR 100's with a popsicle party 🎉

🎨✨ Port Barre High School Evening of Crafts, Cookies, and Holiday Cheer! ✨🎨 Port Barre High School Art Students are hosting a festive event on Wednesday, December 18th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the Port Barre High School cafeteria. 🎄 Enjoy fun crafts, delicious cookies, and a joyful holiday atmosphere! 🎅🌟 💲 Only $10 per student with parent/guardian. 🔗 RSVP: Take a picture of the flyer and scan the QR Code to sign up via the Google Form. #HolidayCheer #PortBarreHighSchool #CraftsAndCookies #FestiveFun

Get ready to spread some holiday cheer! December 16 - 20 is our festive Holiday Spirit Week. Students and staff are invited to participate in the themed days as noted on the flyer. Remember: All outfits must be appropriate for school. Participation is optional. Be creative and have fun with your outfits!

Talk about freedoms on Bill of Rights Day December 15 is Bill of Rights Day in the United States. On this day in 1791, the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution were ratified. They became known as the Bill of Rights. Talk with your child about the freedoms this document grants. For example, the First Amendment protects freedom of speech and freedom of religion. The Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial by jury. https://tpitip.com/?14lO17376

A systematic approach can help your child read and remember Your child will read many textbooks and nonfiction sources in a school career. To foster success with reading to learn, encourage your child to preview the text by reading the main headings and scanning the pictures. Next, your student should read the introduction, summary and any questions that follow the passage. Then your child can read the main text in short sections, making sure to understand each section before moving on. https://tpitip.com/?14lN17376

Strong writing starts with pre-writing Pre-writing is an important first step in the writing process. It's when students think about what they are going to write and who the audience is. To help your student develop pre-writing skills, provide access to a variety of reading materials. Encourage your child to take notes on the topic and to brainstorm ideas. Listen and make suggestions. If your child gets stuck when beginning to write, suggest going back and pre-writing some more. https://tpitip.com/?14lM17376

Mistakes are the beginning of learning Everyone makes mistakes. But when mistakes are viewed negatively, kids learn to fear failure. This makes them less likely to take positive risks or finish things they don't think they can do perfectly. When your child makes a mistake, stay calm and discuss what can be learned from it. In general, try to focus more of your attention on the things your child does right rather than on mistakes. https://tpitip.com/?14lL17376

Parents, please note a few reminders: 🎄🎅 REMEMBER: We’re taking Christmas pictures on tomorrow, Thursday, December 12. Pictures are $5 for a 4x6 print. Send order forms and money with the students. Students who are taking pictures are welcome to dress in their holiday best! The 21st Century Tutoring December schedule is December 9 - 11 Monday - Wednesday and December 16 - 18 Monday - Wednesday. There will be NO tutoring on Thursday December 12 or December 19.

🎄🎅 REMEMBER: We’re taking Christmas pictures on tomorrow, Thursday, December 12. Pictures are $5 for a 4x6 print. Send order forms and money with the students. Students who are taking pictures are welcome to dress in their holiday best!

Congratulations to our 4H members who participated in 4H Food Festival.

Congratulations to this week's Positive Office Referrals!

Candy Cane Candy Gram order forms went home with students today. Parents and students can treat a child to a special Candy Gram delivered to their classroom on December 19. Please send money and completed card to the student's teacher between Tuesday, December 10 and Tuesday, December 17. Each candy gram is $1.00. The candy gram sale will benefit 4H and teacher appreciation.

Parents, please note the 21st Century Tutoring December schedule: December 9 - 11 Monday - Wednesday December 16 - 18 Monday - Wednesday