March at John Haley

Spring is approaching and learning is in full swing here at John Haley. As you may know, this is a time of year that students make the most academic and social learning improvements. Make school a priority. Very soon the weather will change with spring right around the corner. It can be challenging to keep our children focused on learning. What can you do to make school a top priority for your child? Keep these ideas in mind:

• Make attendance your number one priority. Let your child know that unless they are sick, they must attend school (and be on time.) Make an effort to schedule appointment after school hours.
• Show you care. Talk about school activities and projects. Make an effort to attend as many school events as you can.
• Remain positive. Try to set a positive example for your child, even when your own day has been challenging. If you show a positive attitude about your work, your child may feel better about their own.

Read Across America is an annual event celebrated on or near March 2nd, which is the birthday of children's author Dr. Seuss. It is a nationwide reading celebration that was created by the National Education Association (NEA) in 1997 to promote literacy and encourage a love of reading among children. Read with your child every day. Let them see you read.” Before, during, and after the reading, encourage your child, begin a discussion about the story, ask questions, visualize the story, offer information, share personal thoughts, and connect the story to real-life situations. Make the time an enjoyable experience and let your child see that reading is fun. Celebrate this special time together!

All your efforts and parental involvement is a direct correlation to your child’s success, so again, we say THANK YOU! We continue to seek your support and assistance with reminding your child of their role and responsibilities while in school: Come to school prepared to learn, follow John Haley's school rules, and ALWAYS remain Safe, Respectful, and Responsible. Let’s continue to do our best!!

As always, THANK YOU for being our partners in this important work helping your child enjoy learning and prepare for a bright future!

Respectfully,

Ms. Bravo

During the month of March, we give a little extra attention to all of the amazing accomplishments and contributions of strong, determined women in history and contemporary society. Since 1987, the United States has formally recognized March as National Women’s History Month. Every woman has a story to tell and gifts to share with the world. So get ready, because this month is about honoring magnificent ladies, and we are ready to celebrate it to the fullest!

What is Courage?

Courage is the ability and strength to face something that may be difficult or challenging. Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather perseverance in the presence of fear and the willingness to stand up for what is right or try something new even though it may be uncomfortable or uncertain.

Why focus on Courage?

• Courage encourages engagement. Courage helps students raise their hand, participate, try new things, and voice their opinions.
• Courage builds self-confidence. Courage is the choice to act. By doing something, students increase their belief in themselves and their ability to do difficult or challenging things.
• Courage can help reframe a negative. When something does not go as planned or a student gets upset about a mistake or failure, courage can help reframe the event in a positive light.

Courage in Action:

• Provide leadership opportunities. Students can learn and demonstrate leadership by teaching and mentoring others, classroom roles and responsibilities, or community outreach.
• Encourage discussion and debate. Foster curiosity and empower students to formulate ideas and engage in respectful discourse and conversations.
• Celebrate failures. Create opportunities to reduce fear of failure and celebrate when students try something new, even if they are not successful the first time.

Make sure we have current information to contact you!

We will use SnapConnect, e-mail, text, voice calling messages and our social media pages. If you have change your email or phone number, please contact us to update your information.

If you have moved, please contact Ms. Lucio for a moving packet

Feb.27th- March 3rd- Book Fair

March 2nd- Book Fair- 4-5:oopm

March 2nd- Open House @5:00-6:30pm

March 3- atten-DANCE party!

March 10- Field Day

March 13-17- Spring Break

March 27-30- STUCO-$5.00 Free Dress Week

March 28- 2nd grade at Elise Walker OLC

March 31- No school

Office hours: 7:30am - 3:30pm

Student School hours: 7:30am-3:15pm

Doors open at 7:15 am

Please be aware that students are tardy after 7:45 am.