Wacona Elementary School

Talk about location sharing. Ask: “Who really needs to know where you are?” Spoiler: not every app.

Fall break = more screen time. Set app timers so “just one more video” doesn’t eat an afternoon.

Fall picture proofs were sent home with students today. The order deadline is Tuesday, October 21st. If your child was not photographed on our original picture day, retakes will be held on October 21st.
You can order photos online at www.bpiphotography.net
As always, we appreciate your continued support of our school. Have a wonderful fall break! 🍂

October is Fire Prevention Month. Ask your child about their school’s fire drill and evacuation plan. Talk about your plan at home, too!

Friday fun: Eat dinner together and let your child pick the conversation topic. (Yes, even if it’s about video games.)

Fall break starts soon. Set a goal with your child to finish homework or projects early so the break feels like a true break.

Fall Break is October 13 - 17, 2025. Translation: “I’m bored” season starts now. Stock snacks, patience, and board games, and thank us later.

Teach kids how to memorize one important phone number - yours! That way, they’ll be able to reach you.

Snapchat’s “My AI” sounds harmless, but it’s not a babysitter. Check your child’s privacy settings today.

Kids don’t always remember to mention school events. Skim the school website or newsletter together so nothing sneaks up.

Fire Safety Starts With Me! This week, students will practice fire drills and learn how to stay safe in the event of an emergency. Help your child recognize fire alarms and evacuation signs, and review your own home plan, too!

📦 Operation Christmas Child 🎄
Flyers were sent home with students today about this special opportunity! We are thrilled to be partnering with Jamestown Baptist Church to take part in Operation Christmas Child this year. ❤️

Please see the flyer below for additional information on how your family can get involved and help share joy around the world! 🌍🎁

Mondays are for planning—pack extra snacks or water if your child has after-school activities this week.

Even simple games let kids send messages. Learn how to talk about online kindness at Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/1057/ware-county/en/signup?source=admin

PSA: The Lost & Found isn’t a free boutique. Label. Your. Child’s. Hoodie. :)

Teach kids the “pause before you post” rule. A 10-second pause can prevent a lifetime of regret.

Midweek check-in: Ask your child one “rose” (good thing) and one “thorn” (hard thing) from their school day.

New month, new routines. Take 5 minutes tonight to look at your family’s calendar together so kids know what’s ahead.

🐊 Motivation hack: Start the week with, “You are capable. You are smart. You are kind.” Cheesy? Maybe. Effective? Absolutely.