Happy November!

What a busy start to the school year! As we move into the second quarter, we would like to celebrate the fact that we are still together in an environment that, in spite of a few additional safety practices, feels welcoming, warm and “normal”. We thank you for supporting our efforts to keep our students and staff healthy.

The chilliness of the last two weeks reminds us of the colder days to come. Please be sure that your child brings a jacket to school. We recognize that your children may not WANT to wear their coats at recess, but especially during this time of heightened health concerns, we really want to be sure that our students are dressed warm enough for our outdoor recesses. Because the winter season is fast approaching, requiring snow pants, boots, and other winter attire, we strongly urge you to label your child’s belongings. For example, black snow pants are very popular and therefore are easily mixed up. It is very helpful if your child’s name is written on a tag somewhere so that their items can be easily identified as they are hurrying to dress for recess. If your child is in need of winter attire, please contact your child’s teacher or give us call.

In November, we honor the service of our military members on Veteran’s Day. This year, Mrs. Stanfield-Dunham will be sharing out the Central-Denison Tribute to Veteran’s Day with a video concert performed by our Central-Denison students. It will be shared on the school Facebook and webpages. Knowing Mrs. Stanfield –Dunham’s creativity and dedication, as well as the enthusiastic mindset of our CenDen students, it will be an excellent and moving performance.

We also celebrate American Education Week, November 16^th through the 20^th. How appropriate that it is the week before Thanksgiving! This event allows us to give thanks for the educational opportunities that are available to all of us. Please take a few minutes to discuss the importance of education with your child. Be sure to share some favorite memories of when you were in school, maybe a favorite teacher or a special event. Take this opportunity to celebrate public education and those who work very hard to bring quality learning to each student, every day. While the face of schools may look a little different this year, the purpose and importance remain the same.

The Thanksgiving season is upon us, reminding us that there are so many things for which to be thankful. Central-Denison is filled with children who are excited about learning and a dedicated staff who work very hard to make learning meaningful and fun. We serve families who continually show their support to our mission and a community that values education. Thank you for sharing your children with us.

Gratefully,

Mrs. Becky Buhler & Mr. Colin Nugent

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