BECS Family Update
If you've spent any time talking with a preschooler lately, you know there are some pretty big decisions being made right now. Costumes, candy, and all things fall seem to be at the top of the list. There's certainly no shortage of excitement in our classrooms as October comes to a close!
On a different note, we've spent much of this week connecting with families through parent-teacher conferences. One thing I appreciate about these conversations is the opportunity to hear about the children we know at school through the eyes of the people who know them best. Sometimes those perspectives are remarkably similar, and sometimes we get to see an entirely different side of a child. Both are valuable, and both help us do our jobs better.
Thank you to everyone who made time for those conversations this week. As we head toward the end of October, I hope you have a wonderful weekend and enjoy whatever fall adventures your family has planned!
At Burbank, being safe and kind isn't about getting everything right all the time. It's about learning, practicing, and making choices that help everyone feel welcome and cared for. We see those lessons taking shape every day, often in ways our students don't even realize.
Over the past few weeks, I've had the opportunity to visit classrooms for read-alouds centered around these same ideas. We've been reading two books that connect beautifully to our Be Safe, Be Kind values. The first, Wild Feelings by David Milgrim, explores the big emotions we all experience. We've paired the story with some simple deep-breathing strategies that children can use when those feelings become overwhelming. The second, A Small Kindness by Stacy McAnulty, shows how even the smallest acts of kindness can spread from one person to another.
Our students have really enjoyed these stories and the conversations they've sparked. Both are worth checking out from your local library or adding to your home collection if you're looking for simple ways to continue these conversations at home.
And, of course, we're excited to recognize this week's Be Safe, Be Kind Ambassadors for the positive ways they're contributing to our Burbank community!
Wild Feelings
David Milgrim
A Small Kindness
Stacy McAnulty
