Issue #19: January 16, 2025
Issue #19: January 16, 2025
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From the Principal
From the Principal
Ms. Michelle Alzamora
Dear Families,
Reading is fundamental to a child's intellectual, emotional, and social development. Research consistently demonstrates that daily reading has a profound impact on a child's academic success and overall well-being.
Why is Daily Reading Important?
Enhanced Literacy Skills: Regular reading strengthens vocabulary, reading comprehension, and writing skills.
Improved Cognitive Function: Reading stimulates the brain, improving memory, concentration, and critical thinking abilities.
Increased Emotional Intelligence: Reading exposes children to diverse perspectives, fosters empathy, and helps them understand and navigate the human experience.
Reduced Stress: Reading can be a relaxing and enjoyable activity that helps children unwind and reduce stress.
Lifelong Learning: Cultivating a love of reading early on encourages a lifelong habit of learning and exploration.
Encouraging Reluctant Readers
If your child is reluctant to read at home, try these tips:
Make it Fun: Choose books that align with your child's interests, such as comics, graphic novels, or books about their favorite hobbies.
Create a Cozy Reading Nook: Designate a special place for reading where your child can feel comfortable and relaxed.
Read Aloud Together: Spend time reading aloud to your child, even if they are older. This can reignite their love of stories.
Visit the Library: Take regular trips to the library to explore new books and discover exciting authors.Our library has many great books in several languages.
Incorporate Reading into Daily Routines: Make reading a part of your family's daily routine, such as reading before bed or during breakfast.
Limit Screen Time: Reduce screen time to make more room for reading and other enriching activities.
By making reading a joyful experience, you can help your child develop a lifelong love of learning and unlock a world of endless possibilities.
Yours,
Michelle
CCAC Winter Cat Shelter Workshop
CCAC Winter Cat Shelter Workshop
Parent Talks
Parent Talks
Please mark your calendars for the following parent talks. More information will be coming soon about the time and location.
Jan 27 - Talking to your child about sex 5:50pm - 7:00pm in Room 127
Feb 24 - Rigour - What does rigour look like at ACS?
April 28 - Generative Artificial Intelligence - How are we handling GAI at school?
Parent Talk - January 27
Parent Talk - January 27
"At what age do I start talking to my child about sex? How much information is appropriate to share with them? What if they ask a question that I don't know how to answer?"
If you've ever asked yourself these questions, you are not alone! Join the ES counselors for an evening of reflection, discussion, and activities. Together, we will explore when and how to talk to your elementary-aged child about sex. You will leave empowered with the tools and resources to confidently navigate these important conversations. Hope to see you there!
Compassion Club ES/MS: Trivia Night is postponed
Compassion Club ES/MS: Trivia Night is postponed
This event is postponed. We will send out a new date for this event once it has been decided.
From the ES Counselors
From the ES Counselors
Updated Resource Webpage - Discussion ideas and coping strategies when approaching unfairness, violence, crime and war with your child.
Talking about topics like unfairness, violence, crime and war can be hard. You might not know what to say in the moment. Being ready for these talks can help. Please check out the resources on this page and let us know how we can support you!
Tim Steadman and Hayley Jeanes
From the ES Learning Commons
From the ES Learning Commons
Happy New Year! We’re excited to welcome you back and kick off 2025 with great books, fun activities, and exciting discoveries. A special reminder to those who completed the December reading challenge: please bring your drawings to display in the ES LC. We can’t wait to see your creativity!
Grades 3-5, it’s time to start gearing up for our Book Trivia Challenge! The 6 final books have been chosen. If you are participating in the challenge, you can start reading now! All books are available on Epic!
ES Article of the Month
ES Article of the Month
Important Dates & Quick Links
Important Dates & Quick Links
Mark Your Calendars!
Mark Your Calendars!
January 21 - CCT - Late Start Day
January 27 - Parent Talk, 5:30pm - 7:00pm in Room 127
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