A beautiful sunrise above the fog – UHE Jan. 7, 2025
Happy 2025 everyone! Welcome to a new year and a new term. Even though Term 2 technically started in December, it always feels like a fresh start once we come back to school in January. In class we talked about the metaphor of a new sheet of paper, or a blanket of fresh snow across the ground, to represent the new year and new term. They hold possibilities and potential to start anew, or to continue your story from the last page.
This is a great time to check in with your child about their learning practices and set up:
- Are they arriving to school on time in order to start the day with their classmates?
- Are they using their planner effectively to track their assignments and important dates?
- Do they have all supplies needed for classroom activities? (i.e., duotangs, pencils, scissors, etc)
As we transition back into class, we are also reviewing how we work together in a large group. Things like following the group plan, taking responsibility for one’s own actions, self-regulation practices, considering the feelings and needs of others, and respecting our shared space are integral pieces to our success as a safe and welcoming learning environment.
As we enter into this fresh new page of learning, thank you for everything you do (and will do) to support the students of Division 5.