AR Books Return Deadline: The last day to return AR books before Christmas break is Wednesday, December 18th. Please ensure all books are returned by this date.
This is a friendly reminder that our PTO is hosting the "Winter Formal" for grades 3-5 tonight from 6:00-7:30 p.m.. Tickets are $10 at the door. There will be a dance, refreshments, a DJ, and a photo booth. Additional items for purchase: food and refreshments. Students need to be picked up by 7:30 in the school cafeteria.
The picture proofs will go home with the students today. The orders are due on December 17th (not the 10th, as stated on the proof package).
This month’s Helping Children Learn newsletter has insights to support your child’s education and development. Topics include:
-Practical skills that set students up for success in upper grades and beyond.
-Tips for strengthening your child’s learning abilities.
-Encouraging cooperation at home.
Answers to common questions:
*How much should you help with schoolwork?
*Are you staying connected with the school?
*Did you know family meals can fuel success?
Take a few moments to explore this issue—it’s full of helpful strategies for your family!
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Ask your child to teach you something about a school subject—even if you already know the material.
Review goals for the school year. Is your child making progress?
We thank you for attending the parent training workshops on this very cold December day! We would appreciate any feedback you can give on our training. This feedback helps us make plans for next year. Click this link to take the short survey. Some of you may have completed the survey while at the meeting by scanning the QR code. If so, disregard this message.
https://forms.gle/edg35Uf5FKe1TziZ6
What is the coldest place in the nation today? The warmest? Have your child calculate the difference between the two temperatures.
We hope to see you tomorrow, Dec. 4th, at our parent training workshops. Meeting Times: 4th grade-7:55 am, 2nd grade -8:55 am, 3rd grade- 9:55, Team Floyd and Team Alexander-10:30 am, 5th grade-11:20, Kindergarten-12:15, & 1st grade-1:05 We can't wait to see you!
Good afternoon Parents,
We are experiencing problems with our phone lines. They are being repaired now, but we are not receiving incoming calls. Please know that we are aware of this situation and hope to resolve it soon. Thank you for being so patient as we work through this issue.
Encourage your child to take photos during a family outing or event.
Center Families,
This is a friendly reminder that every grade level will host a parent training meeting on Wednesday, December 4th. Each grade will have a separate meeting, so please look at the invitation for the specific time for your child's grade.
We hope to see you there! You don't need to make a reservation to attend. All meetings will be held in the media center. Please enter through the middle of the school from the car loop. Visitors, please park in the parking lot. Thank you for your continued support!
English https://5il.co/30v8o Spanish: https://5il.co/30v8p
Attention Families: Tomorrow is PICTURE RETAKE Day for any child who was absent or needs a retake. Don't forget to smile!
Don’t try to do everything yourself this month. Ask your child to take the responsibility for one or two seasonal traditions.
Good morning, Center Families,
We are excited to announce some upcoming fun-filled events you won’t want to miss! To help you plan ahead, we’re sharing the dates now so you can mark your calendars. After Thanksgiving break, students will bring home flyers with event details and reservation forms.
Wishing you a joyful week with your loved ones and a Happy Thanksgiving!
Click here for more information: https://www.ware.k12.ga.us/o/center-elementary-school/documents/pto-december-flyers-2024/726879
Have everyone write down two positive things about each member of the family. Don’t forget to include yourself.
Make eye contact when listening and talking to your child.
Notice things that cause your child stress. Discuss ways to handle them.
Take a walk on a clear night and look at the sky. Can your child pick out any constellations?
Bake cookies together. Ask your child to calculate how much of each ingredient you would need if you doubled or halved the recipe.