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March 2006

March 07, 2006

Skyblue Mesa Newsletter of 3-7/06

From the Principal’s Desk

Controlling the Weather

Commentary by Michael Josephson

“While teachers can have a lifelong effect on the way students think, psychologist Haim Ginott has focused on a more immediate aspect of impact: the creation of a positive or negative physical and emotional environment that can determine the quality of a child’s life.

“I’ve come to a frightening conclusion,” he said. “I am the decisive element in the classroom. My personal approach creates the climate. My daily mood makes the weather. As a teacher, I possess a tremendous power to make a child’s life miserable or joyous. I can be a tool of torture or an instrument of inspiration. I can humiliate or humor, hurt or heal. It is my response that decides whether a crisis will be escalated or de-escalated, and a child humanized or dehumanized.”

Yet as profound as this observation is for professional educators, it’s even more so for parents. A parent’s power to create the daily climate and lasting environment in which a child grows is so awesome it must be used consciously and responsibly. More ...

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March 14, 2006

Skyblue Mesa Newsletter of 3-14-06

From the Principal’s Desk

Dear Parents,

Thank you for participating in parent conferences. This is the time teachers get to share all the wonderful things your children are doing and also problem solve with you areas of concern. We had almost a 100% turnout! Please be sure to return the parent survey. We would like to have one for each student. This is what Site Council looks at to decide what programs are working, which ones need changes and any concerns you are having. This survey has helped us with the specialists programs and the valet program. Thank you for your support with returning the parent survey.

Construction:

We have started the construction of the two-story building. As I am sure you noticed, the upper parking lot is closed off and fencing extends around all of the construction. All trucks and workers will be behind the fencing. Construction workers have our school schedule and will not interrupt drop off and pick up.

I will be meeting with them weekly and will keep you informed of our progress. The upper playground is still accessible to our students.

Mrs. Bohn, Principal

Eat Your Colors

March is National Nutrition Month! The food More ...

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March 21, 2006

Skyblue Mesa Newsletter of 3-21-06

From the Principal’s Desk

Dear Parents,

Construction is moving right along. The trucks need access to the parking lot from 7:00-7:30 in the morning. At 7:30am all trucks will stop until after 8:00am. If you are dropping students off for childcare, be sure that you do not block access to through traffic. Additionally, please supervise your children closely as a truck may be driving through the parking lot. Students coming to school may not be on campus before 7:30am for the Math Computer Class and 7:35am for open playground. Valet drop off does not begin until 7:35am. It is very important that you abide by these times for the safety of our students. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.

Mrs. Bohn, Principal

Flag Ceremony Winners

The following students are the winners of the March 21, 2006, Flag Ceremony for Trustworthiness:

Alexa Gonzalez Cory Williams

Dylan Peterson Brittany Hunter

Rachael McCrary Brian Powell

Kara Benavidez Ross Smith

Rosaly Ceja Ryan Gibson

Bryce Johnson Hector Rodas

Sandy Ceballos Tiffini Stone

Sinas Motavvef Ashley Amell

MaKenna Manson Dora Perez

Anthony Lau Chad Peacock

Andrew McHaddad

Congratulations Ms. Marlene

Ms. Marlene Salazar, our Night Custodian, More ...

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March 28, 2006

Skyblue Mesa Newsletter of 3-28-06

From the Principal’s Desk

Making school a priority

With spring right around the corner, it can be hard to keep children focused on learning. What can you do to make school a top priority for your kids? Keep these simple ideas in mind – they’re useful at any time of the year.

Make attendance job #1. Let your kids know that unless they’re sick, they must go to school. Try to schedule routine dentist and doctor appointments after school hours. If possible, take family vacations during school breaks.

Tip: Give awards for perfect attendance each month. Try a “Job Well Done” certificate or a coupon good for a night of bowling or a movie.

Show you care. Want your children to know that you’re interested in their learning? Talk about their school activities and projects. Attend as many school events as you can. If homework and after-school activities conflict, speak up: “I know you have baseball practice this evening, but homework comes first. After you finish, I’ll take you to practice.”

Keep it upbeat. Try to set a positive example for your children, even when your own day has been difficult. Instead of saying, “I had a hard day at work. I’ll never get my project done,” try, “Work was hard today, but I made some progress on my project.” If you show a positive attitude about your work, your youngsters may feel better about their own.