January 2012
Dear Students,
Welcome to the year 2012! Can you believe we have been in school for 4 months already? Boy, this year has gone fast. I remember welcoming you all into school on the very first day. Some of you were brought here by your parents, some rode the bus and some even walked to school. We had a great start to the 2011-2012 school year.
Do you remember how anxious you were to meet your teacher and see who was in your class? The very first week of school your teacher reviewed the procedures of the classroom and made sure that you felt welcomed. As the weeks went on, you settled into your routine and began to grow in so many ways.
Well, now we are in January. The academic lessons are moving along a bit faster and at a higher level. I am sure you have noticed that the concepts learned in math are more challenging. I am also sure you are using some very difficult vocabulary words which your teachers have reviewed with you. I am so excited to see you stretch your minds and take on all of those academic challenges that keep coming your way.
This year we have implemented the Weekly Character Trait. I am hearing from your teachers that you listen to the trait read every Monday. They have reported to me that they see you trying to put that trait into practice. Keep up the good work of making sure that Millington School is a safe school for everyone. We want to keep that going all year.
Now for my challenge to all of you! I would like to see you continue to be a good friend and classmate. Practice good conduct and be a good citizen. Show respect for yourself and others at all times. Demonstrate compassion and caring towards a classmate who may need it. Be trustworthy and reliable so you can maintain those strong friendships. Make sure you practice good sportsmanship, take turns and share when out at recess. Last but not least, use hard work in all that you do. Your academic success depends on handing in quality work, practicing excellent study habits, positive participation in class and being the best student you can be.
I am excited for 2012. If we all follow the points I wrote about, we will continue to have a great year. I hope you have a wonderful week off from school. The Millington Staff and I want to wish all of our Millington families a happy holiday season and a very Happy New Year!
~Mrs. Dawson
Ø Lost and Found – We will bag up items in the Lost and Found by January 6th. Please have your child check the lost and found. Parents - if you are missing something, do not hesitate to sign in with the office to see if it may be in the lost and found.
Ø Recess - We will be outside for recess unless the weather dips below freezing (this includes the nasty wind chills as well). Please dress your child appropriately for school.
Ø School Supplies – Please work with your child on organization. Most students will need help re-organizing their folders and binders. We also ask that you check to see if they need more paper, pencils, pens, etc. Please stock up their supply this week.
Ø Code of Conduct –Please review the code of conduct again with your child. It can be found in the Parent/Student handbook on the web page. We ask that you remind them of correct behavior even when someone is not watching. Students should be taught that they need to be nice and follow the basic conduct rules while on the bus, waiting for the bus, walking home from school, at the lunch table and at recess. Your help with reminding your child(ren) about our overall behavioral expectations is appreciated.
Ø Delayed Opening – In the event of a delayed opening, we will begin school at 11:00. This is a change from the past. Please make a note of this.
Ø Lunch/School drop off – If you have to drop off a lunch, school work, band instrument, etc., we remind you to label it with the name of the student and teacher.