ELC at George Earle Weekly Update

American Education Week is a special time to celebrate public education and honor the hard work of educators, students, staff, and families who make learning possible every day. Observed each year in November, it highlights the importance of education in shaping our future and recognizes the dedication of everyone who supports our schools. Join us in showing appreciation for the teachers who inspire, the staff who support, and the students who strive for success!

Did you know that you as parents can nominate a staff member to be recognized as someone who is Being Excellent On Purpose? Dr. Buffington LOVES to know about and celebrate the positive!

Dear Students, Parents, and Staff,

As the weather cools and the holiday season approaches, we want to take a moment to remind our school community about the importance of safety—both in and out of school. Here are this month’s key safety reminders and updates:

🚸 Traffic & Drop-Off Safety

• Please follow all posted signs and staff directions in the car line.
• Avoid using cell phones while driving in school zones.
• For walkers: always look both ways before crossing and wear reflective gear in the darker mornings.

🔥 Fire Safety Awareness

November is a great time to check smoke detectors at home!

• Review your family fire escape plan.
• Practice “Stop, Drop, and Roll.”
• Never leave candles or space heaters unattended.

At school, we will conduct our monthly fire drill this month to ensure everyone knows what to do in an emergency.

❄️ Cold Weather & Seasonal Safety

• Dress warmly: layers, hats, and gloves help prevent cold-related illnesses.
• Encourage frequent handwashing to help prevent seasonal colds and flu.

💛 Wellness & Emotional Safety

Safety isn’t just physical—it’s emotional, too.

• Encourage open conversations at home about feelings and friendships.
• Remember: kindness and inclusion help make our school a safe and welcoming place for everyone.

Thank you for helping us keep a safe and caring environment for all!
Stay safe and enjoy a wonderful November!

- Officer D

In this week’s episode of Kinder’s Corner, we’re sharing all the exciting things happening at school! And don’t miss out on our Shoe Charm Fundraiser 👟💜💛 — all the fun details are in the podcast.

When reading with your kindergartener, talk about the story together! Ask questions like, “Who are the characters?” and “What happened first, next, and last?” Help your child make connections by asking, “Does this story remind you of something that happened to you?” Encourage them to use reading strategies look at the pictures for clues, sound out words, and think about what would make sense. These small conversations build strong comprehension skills and help your child become a thoughtful reader!

Parents can help young children learn to be good friends by talking about simple acts of kindness sharing, taking turns, and using kind words. Ask how others might feel, praise friendly behavior, and use stories or quick role-plays to show what good friends do. These small conversations help your student build caring relationships.

We will need 3-4 Volunteers from 9:15-1:35 Tuesday-Thursday the week of December 8th. Each class will shop the following times if you would like to volunteer for the day your child's class will be coming to shop. If you would like to volunteer, reach out to Mrs. Ragon ASAP at kragon@hobart.k12.in.us

Tuesday 12/9

10:10-10:40 Swims

10:45-11:15 Rosenbaum

12:30- 1:00 Cruz

1:05-1:35 Kelly

Wednesday 12/10

9:40-10:10 Mihalich

10:10-10:30 Brickie Kidz

10:30- 11:00 Boyle

12:30-1:00 Schiller

1:05-1:35 Meyer

Thursday 12/11

9:30-10:00 ECD

10:00-10:40 Metz

10:45-11:15 VanMilligan

12:30-1:00 Brickies Kidz

1:05-1:35 ECD

Thank you to all of you for making our day so special! We truly appreciate you and the work that you do with our kindergartners. We could see how each room put thought and care into their work. Our Brickies from the Start team is very impressed.

Picking just one of you was almost impossible for us. In the end, we had to choose Mrs. Meyer's class and their "Bear World". We especially loved the excitement of the students as they showed us all of their creations. We truly wish we could choose you all. Your ideas and creativity are amazing!

The School City of Hobart Brickies from the Start goal is to strengthen families by empowering parents as their child’s first and best teachers. Every day, we advocate for families so every child-in every neighborhood-can thrive.

Do you or someone you know have a new baby or are expecting? Brickies from the Start is presenting a prenatal and infant education series for moms in the 46342 zip code. The first 10 people to register will receive a gift package! Childcare for older siblings will be provided. RSVP now: https://forms.gle/bHjLifPHThPagpzc7

If your child isn't feeling well, please keep him or her at home. You must report the absence IN SKYWARD before 10:00AM. There is no need to call the school to let us know. If there are any questions about the absence, we will reach out to you.

Check out the Nurse's Corner to learn about immunizations, sports physicals, and other important information about keeping your student healthy!