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JOHNSON ELEMENTARY UPDATE
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MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
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Dear Johnson Community,
Would you like to follow us on Twitter but don't have/want a Twitter account? No problem! You can "Fast Follow" us via SMS on your mobile phone. All you need to do is text "Follow @JohnsonJags" to Twitter's shortcode of 40404. From there you will receive all of Johnson's tweets via text message. Messaging rates apply for this service. Another option is to visit
twitter.com
and search the hashtag #JohnsonJags (that's how Mrs. Slattery stays connected).
This morning, I trained two Johnson Jaguars to use our school Twitter account. On occasion, they will be visiting classes and tweeting out the learning they observe followed by the hashtag #kidtweet. This will be monitored closely, but I am confident they will do a great job!
We will be having a Johnson School spirit day on Friday! Students are encouraged to wear Johnson colors of blue and yellow or their Johnson School spirit wear. If you want to purchase spirit wear through our PTO,
click here
for the online store.
Finally, with the weather getting colder and snow on the ground, please ensure that your child is dressed appropriately for outdoor recess with hats, gloves, snow pants and boots.Don't forget to label all clothing; our Lost & Found is growing!
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MESSAGE FROM THE NURSE
Dear Johnson Families
Brighten the holidays by making health and safety a priority. Here are tips from the CDC and the Natick Nurses to help keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy during this busy time of year.
- Wash hands often to help prevent the spread of germs. It’s flu season. Wash your hands with soap and clean running water for at least 20 seconds.
- Bundle up to stay dry and warm. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing: light, warm layers, gloves, hats, scarves, and waterproof boots. These clothing items are necessary for children to have for outdoor recess.
- Manage stress. Give yourself a break if you feel stressed out or overwhelmed. Some of the best ways to manage stress are to find support, connect socially, and get plenty of sleep.
- Practice safe driving. Fasten seat belts while driving or riding in a motor vehicle. Always buckle your children in the car using a child safety seat, booster seat, or seat belt according to their height, weight, and age. Buckle up every time, no matter how short the trip and encourage passengers to do the same.
- Get your Flu vaccination. Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine each year.
- Monitor children. Keep potentially dangerous toys, food, drinks, household items, medications, and other objects out of children’s reach.
- Practice fire safety. Most residential fires occur during the winter months, so don’t leave fireplaces, space heaters, food cooking on stoves, or candles unattended. Have an emergency plan and practice it regularly. Make sure all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are working properly.
- Prepare food safely. Remember these simple steps: Wash hands and surfaces often, avoid cross-contamination, cook foods to proper temperatures and refrigerate foods promptly.
- Eat healthy, stay active. Eat fruits and vegetables which pack nutrients and help lower the risk for certain diseases. Limit your portion sizes and foods high in fat, salt, and sugar. Also, be active for at least 2½ hours a week and help kids and teens be active for at least 1 hour a day.
- Take time to relax and enjoy your time with friends and family!!
Warmest Regards,
Kristin Gilbert, BSN, RN, NCSN
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SPANISH CLASSES AT JOHNSON
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Classes are for both NEW & Returning Students!
Theme classes are different each semester but not sequential. The classes emphasize listening and speaking skills with culture integrated into the language. Classes meet once a week for 8 weeks. Participants receive a Student Booklet and Audio CD for practice at home (Valued at $25). Our classes are academic and fun! Students will participate in a Parent Visitation class on the final class of the session.
Friday's - Feb. 2, 9, 16; Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23; Apr. 6
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Our lost and found is growing leaps and bounds. Our pile is enormous! Please stop by the lobby to look through it and see if any items belong to your child.
Please be sure to label your child's belongings.
Any items not claimed will be donated.
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Coffee with Student Services Team: Co-Teaching
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FRIDAY, December 15, 2017, 8:15 - 9:00 am
at Memorial Elementary School
The Student Services Department and Natick SEPAC are hosting monthly coffees where parents have the opportunity for coffee and conversation with the student services staff at each school in our district. Each coffee will have a focus topic and the 12/15/17 event will provide Accomodations/Modifications & Best Practices. In addition, parents whose children attend Memorial Elementary School will also have the opportunity to learn more about the Student Services staff providing IEP/504 support to Memorial Elementary School students. Everyone is invited to attend
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WE'RE HIRING!
We're looking for teacher subs (Bachelor's degree required) and Paraprofessional subs (high school degree required). Pay is $102 for paraprofessional subs and for the first 15 days as a teacher sub, then, for teacher subs, it increases to $115 for days 15-90. After the 90th day subbing in Natick in one school year, the pay increases to $121/day. Experience working with school age children is required.
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Volunteers/Chaperones should complete a
Cori Form
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CORI FORM
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IMPORTANT DATES - December
School Break (Happy Holidays!): December 25-January 1
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**An Important Program Note from SPARK Kindness**
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Dear Natick Families,
We are writing to let you know that there is a
*NEW*
date for our annual Elementary School Parent Workshops: Hot Topics,
February 13
th
at 6:30PM.
This program is being rescheduled from Nov. 7 (noprogram will take place on that date). Please mark your calendars -- we hope to see you then!
Elementary School Parent Workshops: Hot Topics
Tuesday, February 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 at Wilson Middle School
For parents and caregivers (preschool and elementary school).
Elementary educators and administrators will conduct workshops sharing some of their personal expertise and tips on hot topics on navigating the elementary years. (Childcare will be provided.)
Thank you!
The SPARK Kindness Team
SPARK Kindness, Inc.
SPARKKindness.org
Twitter = @SPARKKindness
SPARK = Successful Positive Authentic Resilient Kids
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Johnson Elementary School
99 South Main Street
Natick, MA 01760
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