Pontiac School News

February 1, 2018

Barber Bulletin

February: Defining the outcome:

Defining the outcome means starting a project or goal with the end in mind; in this case, it is creating a family mission statement. For example, a fun way to demonstrate this principle to your children, before starting this project, is by asking them to put together a puzzle without seeing the picture on the box.

Find a puzzle with at least 24 pieces. You may have to purchase a new one that your family has not put together before.
Ask each family member to put it together in 30 seconds without looking at the picture of the puzzle. Give each person an opportunity to try to finish it in 30 seconds.
After they each have tried, ask them what would make this task easier for them. They will likely say that if they had a picture of the puzzle or more time they would be more successful.
Now give them another 30 seconds and the picture of the puzzle. Ask them, “Why was it easier this time?” This is a great object lesson to show how important it is to have a vision, or plan—in this case, a picture of the puzzle—in order to be successful in completing something.

As you probably heard:

We are monitoring absences throughout the district, and currently there are NO SCHOOLS with exceptionally high levels of absences due to flu.

Here a few tips to help remain healthy this flu season.

It's not too late to get the flu shot. Prevention is the best defense.

Wash your hands. Cough and sneeze into your elbow. Did I already say, get the flu shot?

Remember that students must be fever free for 24 hours, without the use of medication, before they can return to school.

Employees, this rule applies to you too. Working while sick poses a threat to students and your colleagues. If you don’t feel well PLEASE stay home!

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Cooking Contest

Parents,

The Richland Two Future Chefs Competition is March 14th from 4pm - 7pm. The event is for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students. If your child is interested in submitting a recipe, have them pick up an application in our cafeteria. The theme this year is Healthy Asian Fusion. Recipes are due Friday, February 23rd.

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CHIHULY Art is coming to Pontiac!

Bess Reynolds is bringing Chihuly art to our students! Remember all those water bottles you helped collect during 1st semester? Well, now the art design begins!

Chihuly has created beautiful art over the course of the last 5 decades. He draws inspiration from the world around him, pushing the boundaries of contemporary art.

Take a moment to explore his art here: https://www.chihuly.com/work

Each piece is created by hand by blowing glass. Isn't it beautiful?

Our students are going to begin creating models of his art this semester!

Chihuly project for art needs volunteers week of Feb 12-16 from 8:30-9:15am to help with the heat gun, cutting plastic bottles, and attaching art to the chicken wire

Contact Bess Reynolds at creynolds@richland2.org