Hello Colt Families!
We had a great start to our 2nd Nine Weeks! We were able to get our November fire drill in last week during the nice weather. With that being said, please remind your children to dress in layers and to use coats. Parts of our school building are colder and dressing in layers will help. We will be having colder days and heading into Winter quickly.
Veterans Day Activities:
We had several different Veterans Day activities going on last week. We want
to thank all our Veterans who came and gave our students the generous gifts of time, stories, and motivation.
We had CV alumni Captain Jason Pitassi, who serves in the U. S. Army Special Forces, speak with our 8th graders. He discussed the responsibilities of the American military in the 21st century and the history of Veterans Day.
The Lime House hosted Mrs. Paige Russell and Mr. Mark Bridge during I&E to discuss military service in honor of Veterans Day. Mrs. Russell spoke on behalf of her 99-year-old grandfather who served during WWII. He was captured by the Germans for a period of time and is now honored in a museum in Texas. He will be celebrating is 100th birthday this December! Mr. Bridge was a in the Navy from 1994-1998. He learned how to be sonar tech and was assigned to the USS Pasadena. He spoke about life on the sub, the many places he traveled, and the benefits of being a veteran.
In 7 Red, the students engaged in thought-provoking discussions and activities centered around honoring and understanding our veterans. Recently, our students delved into the significance of Veterans Day, Memorial Day, and Armed Forces Day, learning about the unique importance of each occasion. They explored the meaning behind the term "veteran" and articulated their reflections on paper, showing their understanding and appreciation for those who have served our country. Additionally, the class participated in a meaningful exercise by watching the inspiring TED Talk by Wes Moore titled "How to Talk to Veterans about War." The students were encouraged to express their thoughts on the powerful phrase "Thank you for your service," which allowed them to consider the impact of these words on those who have dedicated themselves to protecting our freedoms.
Middle School Activities:
Our middle school winter sport teams have been gearing up with the start of Boys Basketball. Please be reminded:
To ensure the safety and supervision of all participants, we request your cooperation in the following matters: All students in Middle School must be accompanied by an adult when attending any of our events, including sporting games. Students are not to be dropped off without adult supervision. In addition, they are not permitted to stay after school unsupervised until the game or event begins. Your support and adherence to this policy will help maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all attendees.
Have a Great Week!
Future Dates:
November 23-28: No School -Thanksgiving Break
December 1, 2023: MS Winter Dance
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