Eagle Flight October 2019
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We must learn to fly before we can S.O.A.R
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Dear Eagle families,
Help your child learn from mistakes this school year. We are still at the beginning of a new school year and students have a fresh start. But it won’t be long before they make a mistake on a homework assignment or test—and that’s OK.
What matters is how children and parents respond to those mistakes. Parents should help children learn from these mistakes.
Research shows that when parents and teachers encourage students to learn from their errors, those children do better in school. One reason may be that fixing mistakes shows kids they can improve— that “smarts” aren’t something they either have or they don’t. Intelligence can be increased.
When reviewing your child’s work this school year, first point out what he/she did well. Then, to help him learn from his mistakes:
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Point them out
. Rather than saying, “Don’t worry—you’ll do better on the next math test,” ask if he/she understands why his answers were wrong. If so, have him work the problems again. If he/she’s not sure, offer suggestions or encourage him/her to ask teacher for help.
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Praise progress
. Did he miss only two problems on his latest math test? After reviewing his/her mistakes, remind him/her that he/she’s improving. Show him/her how paying attention to past mistakes—and correcting them—made a difference.
The more he sees this, the more he will believe in his ability to improve.
Ms. Willson
Principal
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Reminders and Upcoming Events
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International Walk to School Day
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Wednesday October 2nd 2019
NATIONAL WALK/BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY
is observed annually on the first Wednesday in October. This is a day to get out and get some exercise while enjoying the weather.
There are currently
4059
schools registered nationwide and
Monterey Heights
is one of them!
So participate and Walk or Bike to school on Wednesday!
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Thursday October 3rd 2019
Picture day is almost here!
If you visit
Mylifetouch.com
you can prepay and order, mix and match print sizes, poses and backgrounds so that you can send the latest school pictures to everyone on your gift list.
This is a quick, mobile-friendly ordering option.
Picture Day ID: CK119059Y0
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School Site Council Meeting
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Tuesday October 8th 2019 |3:00-4:00pm
School Site Council Meetings are open to all our Parents/Guardians. We have a few seats open on the Board, and welcome everyone to join us and to learn more about SSC.
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Friday October 18th 2019 |8:45am-9:45am
Meetings are open to all our Parents/Guardians. Light refreshments and appetizers served.
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Friday October 25th 2019 | 5:00-7:00 pm
For only $5.00 your wristband includes all games and prizes at the annual Harvest Festival.
Wristbands will be on sale starting October 1 after school (cash or card), or with Ms. Yvette in the front office (cash only).
Silent Auction, Spirit Wear and Food Sales sold separate at the Festival.
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Research shows that missing 10 percent of the school, or about 18 days in most school districts, negatively affects a student’s academic performance. That’s just two days a month and that’s known as chronic absence.
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Please encourage your child to arrive at school on time and be present at school unless they are ill. Research shows that missing school affects achievement and school success. If your child will be absent from school, please call our 24 hour attendance line at (
619) 825-5634
to report the absence.
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Did you know
Apples
are called “nature’s toothbrush,” because biting and chewing on an apple can reduce the amount of germs that cause cavities.
Sweets like candy and cupcakes are treats for special occasions. Be sure to brush your teeth for two minutes two times a day for a healthy mouth and bright smile. Friday.
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Extra Tips, Sweets & Teeth
It’s getting close to Halloween, so remember that candy invites little invisible germs into your mouth that can chew holes in your teeth, called cavities. Fight back the germs by brushing your teeth at least two times a day, and for two minutes long.
If we eat extra treats at Halloween, it’s even more important to move our bodies. Let’s Move today and all weekend long - perhaps with a nice walk. It’s good for you - and if you have a dog as part of the family - it’s good for him or her too!
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Volunteer at Monterey Heights
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Parents can serve many different roles in the educational process: home teachers, advocates for their children, volunteers, fundraisers, boosters. And they can even serve in decision making and oversight roles for the school. The more parents participate in a sustained way at each of these levels, the better for student achievement.
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SSC
A School Site Council (SSC) is group of teachers, parents, administrators, and interested community members who work together to develop and monitor a school's improvement plan.
Join us to learn more about our schools
Single Plan for Student Achievement
(
SPSA
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ELAC
ELAC includes participation of parents and the community in advising the school on the implementation, and evaluation of instructional programs for English Language Learners.
Join us to learn more.
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PTA
PTA hosts fun, educational clubs, programs and events for our families.
PTA raises money to support the specific needs of our school.
PTA believes we can make every child’s potential a reality … But we need more believers. We need you.
Join PTA.
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Become a Volunteer:
Connect with our Parent Volunteer Coordinator
ypreciado@lemongrovesd.net
or visit her office M-F 10:45am - 2:30pm.
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Bullying Prevention &
Intervention Training
Wednesday October 2nd | 5:30-7:30pm
Lemon Grove Library Community Room
To register for this training please contact Victoria Vega at (619)825-5764 or vvega@lemongrovesd.net
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Did you know that you could qualify for a low cost and internet with cox for $9.95 a month.
Fill out an application and return to your school. Find an application
here
!
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Visitor Policy:
All visitors/parents are required to sign in and sign out in the front office please bring an ID or complete the Visitor Information form. We also ask that you wear the visitor sticker any time while on campus. Student visitors are not permitted.
The Lemon Grove School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity,
or gender expression; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, at any district school or school activity.
Title IX Coordinator Edward Caballero ecaballero@lemongrovesd.net 619-825-5728. Equity Compliance Officer Dr. Yolanda Rogers yrogers@lemongrovesd.net 619-825-5712
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