Parents and Families Newsletter

Dear Students, Families, and Staff,

As we approach the Christmas holiday break, we want to pause and say a heartfelt thank you. This has been a busy semester filled with learning, growth, and new experiences. We are grateful for:

· Our students, who show curiosity and resilience each day

· Our families, who support learning at home and partner with us

· Our staff, who pour their hearts into teaching, leading, and caring

This season is a wonderful time to slow down, reflect, and recharge together.

From our school family to yours, we wish you a Merry Christmas, a restful break, and a happy, healthy New Year.

With gratitude and renewed hope,

Dr. Karen Roseboro

Superintendent

Montgomery County Schools

The holidays remind us to notice the “little things” that matter most:

· A kind word from a classmate

· A teacher who takes extra time to help

· A family member who shows up to a game, concert, or event

We encourage families to take a moment over the break to share what they are thankful for. A simple routine could be:

At dinner or bedtime, have each person name one thing they’re grateful for that happened that day.

These small conversations build big connections.

While we hope everyone rests and has fun, we also know that reading even a little bit each day keeps students’ minds sharp and ready for January.

Here are a few easy ideas:

· Family Reading Time: Choose a book and read a chapter together each night.

· Read What You Love: Comics, magazines, novels, recipes, sports articles—reading is reading!

· Visit Your Local Library: Many libraries offer winter reading challenges and free events for children and teens.

· Set a Simple Goal: For example, “I will read for 15 minutes a day” or “I will finish one book over the break.”

Encouraging students to read for joy helps them grow as learners and thinkers.

When we return to school in January, we will come back with a renewed focus on:

· Strong attendance and being on time each day

· Giving our best effort in class

· Meeting academic and behavior goals

· Showing kindness and respect in all areas of school life

Families can help students prepare by:

· Re-establishing bedtimes and morning routines a few days before school starts

· Talking with your child about their goals for the new quarter/semester

· Checking in on assignments, reading logs, and upcoming projects

Together, we can make the new year a time of growth, focus, and success.---

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