Hello, Sullivan Families,
It doesn't feel like a Friday, after being out so many days this week for cold and snow! We have missed having our students at school on a consistent basis over the past two weeks, and are really looking forward to getting back to our routine in the next few weeks.
While the polar vortex type cold is behind us for the meantime, we still have many weeks of winter ahead. Please, send your child dressed appropriately for time outdoors in the winter weather. Winter coats, hats, and gloves are a must! Anytime the temperature is at 10 degrees or above (with windchill), we will go outside for recess. The kids need the physical movement break and the fresh air. I have also noticed that many kids are not wearing boots to school. Boots allow for better traction outside in the snow and walking into the building than do gym shoes. Please encourage your child to wear boots and bring a pair of shoes for use in the building. This helps to keep our hallways dry and safe, and our kids warm at recess.
Finally, I wanted to send a reminder to parents who drive their kids to school. We understand that it takes a few minutes longer to get through the pick off and drop off line on inclement weather days, so please have patience. Please follow the directions of staff in and around the school, as we are there to ensure the safety of our kids. Thank you to all who follow the expectations and routines for drop off and pick up each day.
We are looking forward to seeing you in a few weeks at parent-teacher conferences. You will receive information from classroom teachers if a conference is requested. Additionally, a few teachers on the 5th grade team are piloting alternate conference formats for the second night of conferences. Families in those classrooms will receive communication directly from me and those teachers.
Have a great weekend!
Warmly,
Traci Meziere
Principal
Anne Sullivan School
