Reeds Road Elementary School

Dear Family Members:

We keep talking about attendance and the importance of having your child in school each day. Last month was Attendance Awareness Month – but sharing some thoughts this month seemed to make sense since the school year is now in full swing. Schedules are always on-going but most families, staff, and even I have many schedules that keep me on track. Obviously, I can thank my parents for believing education and going to school each day was important. I hope that I have instilled that in my own children. Our B. A. R. K. – Best effort, always cooperate, respect, and kindness matters – can only be reinforced with our students if they are here each day.

HERE ARE 8 REASONS TO COME TO SCHOOL EVERY DAY

1. READING ON GRADE LEVEL

Studies show that consistent attendance from PreK gives the best start for early literacy development. Students who are not reading on grade level by 3rd grade have a lower chance of graduating. It starts early!

2. MAXIMIZING INSTRUCTIONAL TIME WITH TEACHERS

Fewer disruptions mean more personalized learning and academic support. School is still the BEST place to learn. The more time students have with their teachers, the more successful they will be.

3. BETTER ACHIEVEMENT

Abundant research links excellent attendance to higher grades, test scores, on-going assessments, and the like. School is the PLACE WHERE LEARNING TAKES PLACE.

4. DEVELOPING EFFECTIVE STUDENT HABITS EARLY

Good attendance instills vial skills, like punctuality, time management and self-discipline. A big part of succeeding in learning is how to learn.

5. FORMING LAST FRIENDSHIPS

Attending daily allows students to foster strong social bons and an inclusive peer network. Even if friendships do not work out, developing the skills is only possible with ongoing interaction.

6. DEMONSTRATING RESPONSIBILITY AND COMMITMENT

Employers – yes, it all starts here – value established patterns of dedication and follow through. The commitment to learning starts at our level.

7. GREATER SELF ESTEEM AND CONFIDENCE

Not having to play catch-up reduces stress and boosts self-assurance.

8. JOINING CLASSMATES ON EXCITING PROJECTS, DAY TO DAY ACTIVITIES, AND EVEN FIELD TRIPS

Don’t miss out on hands-on learning experience in and out of the classroom. This rich experience often cannot be replicated. Sometimes these experiences help students to figure out their passion in learning.

Kindergarten

Hudson Hannel

Melany Perez Real

Lenna Morgenweck

First Grade

Savannah Tufescu

Dior Kadriu

Karsyn Snyder

Isaiah Rivera Tulleme

Second Grade

Stuti Suhas Vasishta

Harper Hannel

Third Grade

Mukta Mannan

Kins Catul

Sanaya Sakir

Aminah Taylor

Fourth Grade

Auriya Baskerville

Saanvi Patel

Sebastian Ferero

Xaya Davis

Fifth Grade

Musa Mannan

Kaden Rogers

Sixth Grade

Louis Foschi

Sadie Christensen

James Green

We have seen SO many students showing their BARK behaviors this month! Whether you were working your hardest, helping a friend, following directions, showing respect, or simply being kind - you helped make our school a better place!!

Our September Raffle Winners Are . . .

Ellie - Room 14 - Raffle 1

Mia - Room 11 - Raffle 2

CJ - Room 22 - Raffle 3

Saanvi - Room 14 - Raffle 4

Armand - Room 23 - Raffle 5

Frankie - Room 25 - Raffle 6

Ameer - Room 26 - Raffle 7

Congratulations - We are so proud of you!

In the spirit of working together, the Family and School Association is asking that as many families as possible can help out during the school year. It can be as easy of volunteering one or two hours a yer to an activity you child is involved in. It can mean baking something extra for one of our events. It could mean any type of donation - time, money, expertise, and anything we have not thought of.

There are many upcoming events that the Executive Board has planned for our students and their families between now and the end of the year. Without additional help and support, there is always the risk of not being able to have those events. If you can help out, email the Executive Board at REEDSFSA@gmail.com

There are two important issues for families to think about when reviewing the Free and Reduced forms. First and foremost, by being eligible, your child will be able to get a nutritional lunch each day. Please note that the eligibility criteria have changed. The state is moving toward having all students eventually have free lunch.

The second key to having families who are eligible sign up is that state aid to districts is connected to free and reduced lunch eligibility . The district will possibly get more aid if our eligibility is higher than 50%. Last year, the district did meet that requirement.

The following are important dates in October:

October 5 Start of Respect Week

October 6 Wear Green or Earth Friendly Message

October 7 Wear Something Patriotic

October 8 Wear Something with a Positive Message

October 9 Wear Favorite Color or an Outfit that make you fee your best

October 10 Wear Spirit Wear or Maroon/Gray

October 7 Bubba Mart

October 10 No School

October 15 PreK Fall Fest

October 21 FSA Meeting

October 23 FSA Halloween Event - 6 - 8 PM

October 29 PreK Parties

October 30 Halloween Festivities