SGE News Update
December 8, 2023
Dec. 10 - PTO Mom & Daughter Event @ 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Dec. 11 - K-3 Winter Concert @ 6:30 PM (Doors Open at 6:00 PM)
Dec. 12 - 4th-5th Grade Concert/5th Grade Band @ 6:30 PM (Doors Open at 6:00 PM)
Dec. 13. - No ECE Classes
Dec. 20 - School Board Meeting @ 7:00 PM (Dist. Office)
Dec. 20 - No ECE Classes
Dec. 22 - Winter Classroom Parties @ 2:30 PM
Dec. 25 - Jan. 5 - No School (Winter Break)
Free Access to SmartSocial for District Families:
As technology gifts may be high on our children's wish lists this season, we're thrilled to introduce our partnership with SmartSocial.com. This platform provides many resources to help safely navigate the digital world.
As the plethora of resources may seem overwhelming at a glance, we recommend starting small and perhaps delving into one of the following topics:
That said, NSD#2 is giving its parents/guardians free access to all of the SmartSocial tools. Just use this link to register: https://smartsocial.com/members?org=nippersinkrichmondburton
This free access is for our students' families only and valid until July 31, 2024. Please do not share the link with non-district families.
Let's make this holiday season not only joyful, but also a time for learning and growing in the digital age!
COLD WEATHER
With the winter weather approaching comes the question of recess for the child who might be just a bit under the weather. We have some very specific guidelines with regard to temperature, which does include the wind chill factor. We do feel that recreation, in the form of recess, is a necessary part of the school day. We also expect the children to go outdoors for recess unless weather conditions are unsuitable. If your child is well enough to attend school, the fresh air and exercise derived from recess should be beneficial. Therefore, when it is necessary for your child to remain indoors during recess, it will be necessary for you to provide the school with a doctor’s excuse.
PLEASE
It is important that the children come to school dressed appropriately for the weather. Please remind your child that they need to wear a coat in the chilly weather because we will be having outdoor recess, weather permitting. Also, when the weather becomes cold, wet, and snowy, make sure they are wearing hats, mittens, snow pants and boots. The children will not be allowed in the “snow” areas of the playground without boots or other shoes to change into when they come back into the building.
DRY SOCKS
When we have snow, slush, or rain, the children’s socks can get wet. We recommend you send an extra pair of clean socks to keep in their school bag. This may save you a trip to school and certainly is healthier for your child.
EARLY MORNING ARRIVALS
When your children walk or are driven to school, it is important that they do not arrive before 8:30 AM. Our supervision does not begin until that time. During the cold weather season, we encourage our students not to arrive much before that time.
