March Counselor Corner
In March, we will begin a focused discussion on anger management. I will introduce students to strategies that help them de-escalate when they feel out of control. Additionally, we will address self-esteem, an area where many students face challenges. Self-esteem is how we perceive and value ourselves.
Students in grades 3, 4, and 5 will participate in the Kansas State Assessments. Mrs. Faust will be sending home an informational letter detailing the state assessments. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Faust, Dr. Adler, or the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade teachers. This communication will help parents understand both the assessments and the academic expectations for our students. To ensure the best performance, please make sure your child is present each day during testing, has a healthy breakfast, and gets adequate rest. Testing will begin after Spring Break, so kindly remember to return the permission slips that I sent home. If you need another copy or have any questions, please let me know.
We are also participating in the Cereal Challenge this month. Information about this event has been sent home in a letter, and additional details are available on our Facebook page and the Cottonwood website.
On Monday, March 3rd, from 1:15–3:15 PM, the Middle School Counselors will visit the fifth-grade students to discuss middle school enrollment. As the transition to middle school approaches, some students may begin to feel anxious. If your child is experiencing any anxiety, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I am more than happy to offer additional support during this transition.
Please remember to send in money on Tuesdays for the school store. The Student Council (StuCo) uses the funds to benefit CES, and support various community service projects.
Lastly, if your child requires any additional support following the conclusion of the Banana Split program, please contact me, and I will assist in providing the necessary resources.
Regards,
Marcie Faust-LCPC/NBCC
Cottonwood Counselor
316-218-4620 ext. 2
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Dear Cottonwood families,
The health office staff has completed this year's routine screening of hearing and vision for your child. If your child did not pass the screenings, you would have received a phone call and/or written notice to follow up with a physician. On 2/12/24 Grace Med came to Cottonwood and completed
our state required Dental Screenings. All students received a toothbrush, compliments of Grace Med, and all students were sent home with a dental report. If you did not receive a dental report and did not opt out of the screening, please contact the health office with any questions.
Reminder of school policy for illness:
If your child has been ill or sent home ill from school
● Wait until your child has gone 24 hours without vomiting or running a fever
(100 degrees or above) without the aid of medication, before sending them
back to school.
● If your student is being treated with antibiotics for a contagious disease
(such as strep throat), the student may return 24 hours after the initial dose
has been administered.
● If your child tests positive for Influenza or Covid, they will need to stay
home for five days following onset of symptoms and be fever free for 24
hours.
If you have questions, feel free to contact your school nurse. We appreciate your
cooperation and communication.
As you get ready for spring cleaning and clearing out closets, consider donating clothing to health office. The health office is always in need of clean gentle used clothing. We are currently needing pants/sweatpants for both girls and boys; sizes 5-10.
Thank you!
Denis Rebel, school nurse
Emily Graber, health clerk
Cottonwood Elementary
Email: adlerm@usd385.org
Website: http://cottonwood.usd385.org/
Location: 1747 N Andover Rd, Andover, KS, United States
Phone: 316-218-4620
Facebook: facebook.com/CottonwoodElementary/
Twitter: @CottonwoodElem