Calm Minds, Safe Schools. This month, students will prepare for testing with a focus on maintaining calm routines, being aware of their surroundings in the hallway, and promoting emotional wellness. Help us create a peaceful environment by encouraging rest, positivity, and self-control..
Spring break is coming. Review screen time limits and expectations at home.
Close the month by affirming growth, effort, and resilience.
March can feel busy for kids. A quick check-in at the end of the day—“What felt easy today? What felt hard?”—can make a big difference in how supported they feel.
Reflect together. What’s going well at school right now?
Encourage responsibility. Packing materials the night before reduces stress.
Scam alerts! Teach your child to ignore pop-ups and fake giveaways promising free items in games or apps. Learn more on Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/1057/ware-county/en/signup?source=admin
Remind students that mistakes are part of learning, not a setback.
Gaming and messaging apps update often. Recheck privacy and chat settings.
Organization check—folders, binders, and backpacks need a reset.
Help your child set one goal for finishing March strong.
Celebrate progress! Even small growth counts.
Ask your child who they worked with today. Collaboration builds skills.
Encourage handwashing and hydration as spring illnesses circulate.
Waresboro Families of 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders: Please put our GMAS testing dates on your personal calendar. This very important state test is coming up in April. You can go to our school website and click on our GMAS Resource section for more information.
Review drill expectations with your child: listen, follow directions, stay calm.
Waresboro Families: The April edition of our school newsletter is ready, and we aren't fooling! With so many important events coming up in April, we wanted you to be notified as soon as possible. Be looking for the newsletter in your child's homework folder this week. You can also go to our school website and click on School Monthly Newletters in our menu for a look at a digital copy.
Attendance matters. Each day builds confidence and knowledge.
Check in emotionally. School can feel busy this time of year.
Encourage kindness. Stress shows up in behavior.