We made it to the last week in December. So much excitement for the kids this week! Good thing that students will be learning about the character strength of Self Control in the Positivity Project. :-)
I hope you have a wonderful week! If there is anything that I can do to help you, please let me know. I love being part of this special community and am happy to lend a hand wherever I can.
I am also a strong believer in communication (after all that's my real world job ;-). So if I have information to share, I am happy to share it with you (either through this email or the PTA website or Facebookand sometimes all 3!)
Thanks for you do to make our school so special!
Marie Dexter, PTA President
The Positivity Project (P2): Self-Control
This week in the Positivity Project, students will be learning about self-control. In Tuesday folders, you will receive a green Character Strength card with more information.
WHAT IT MEANS
You have the ability to control your emotions and behaviors. You think before you act.
WHY IT MATTERS
For individuals, self-control helps them delay the short-term gain in pursuit of a greater, long-term success.
A group’s ability to demonstrate self-control often appears in the form of “self-monitoring.” This means that individuals demonstrate honesty with one another about successful group practices. When things are unsuccessful, group members have the ability to adjust roles in the interest of overall group success. It’s a crucial strength in our modern society and its mentality of impulsivity and consumption.
Monday: Tacky Sweater Day!
We kick off this week of holiday cheer with Tacky Sweater Day! Wear your craziest sweater!
Tuesday: PTA meeting and Chorus Concert 6:30pm & Shine Bright Like a Christmas Tree
Show your "Brilliance" & shine like a Christmas Tree! Dress up like a Christmas tree. I cannot WAIT to see these outfits.
At 6:30, join us in the gym for a very short PTA meeting followed immediately by a Chorus Concert! You won't want to miss it! I know Ms. Sutton and all the Chorus members have been working so hard on this event!
Wednesday: Candy Cane Day!
Wear your red and white to dress like a candy cane!
Thursday: Winter Glow Dance. Winter Wonderland Day!
Today is the big day! Students will celebrate the holiday season at the Winter Glow Dance in the media center.
We will be using black lights so encourage your child to wear white (or neon colors) so they glow at the dance.
It is also Winter Wonderland Day! Wear white and dress like a snowman or a winter wonderland.
Friday: Early Release. School Dismisses at 1:15. Box Top Collection Day! Wear Your Flannel.
It is the last day before our Winter Break!
- School dismisses at 1:15. Make sure your child (and his or her teacher) know how they are getting home.
- Finish up our week of holiday cheer by wearing your flannel!
- Deadline for your Play 60 calendar from Ms. Graves.
- Make sure you turn in your Box Tops and Coke bottle tops to your child's teacher! The Box Top fairy will be making her rounds today.
We Need Watch DOGS!
Dads, we need you in our school. A great opportunity is to sign up to be a Watch DOG for the day. We have slots available this upcoming week.
This program focuses on education and safety in schools by using the positive influence of fathers and father-figures for a two-fold purpose: 1) to provide positive male role models for students, demonstrating by their presence that education is important and 2) to provide extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security and reduce bullying. Fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers, uncles, older brothers, cousins are asked to spend a day at the school volunteering.
Sign up at http://tinyurl.com/scesDOGS1819
Work on Your Science Fair Project during the Break
Learning doesn't have to stop just because of winter break. Encourage your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grader to do a Science Fair project. Kids can even work in groups! A playdate and science all in one!
See the Science Fair page on the PTA website for project ideas and registration details!
Jan 4 - 30: Magnet/Year Round Application Period for Wake County Public Schools
As another calendar year comes to a close, it is time to start thinking about school options for next year.
If you are planning to apply to a magnet or year round school next year, the application period runs from Jan 4 to Jan 30. Don't miss this window!
Summer is Coming and Camp Invention Will be Back June 24-28
It is never too early to think about summer camp!
Camp Invention® is a nationally acclaimed summer program where STEM concepts come to life. Led by local teachers, this program has tapped into kids' natural curiosity since 1990, giving them the opportunity to become innovators through teamwork and immersive, hands-on creative problem-solving.
All students Kindergarten through 5th grade can attend. Mrs. Coles (5th grade teacher) is our Camp Director. Marie Dexter is our Camp Parent. Please contact them if you would like more information about the program. We also have many parents who are lovers of this camp, so if you would like their references, please let me know.
Register your child at www.campinvention.org
Make sure you select the Swift Creek location!