Recently we have seen an uptick in students bringing items from home to school. These items are always special to students and we understand their desire to bring them along. That said, they often become a distraction for both the owner and the admirers. These items can easily be confused with other student's or get lost. As a staff, we always feel terrible when this happens.
We ask that families work with their children to keep items such as Pokemon Cards, other trading cards, action figures, other toys, and trinkets at home. An exception to this rule would be the days when a class earns the privilege of bringing a stuffed animal to school or something similar. Thanks in advance for your support!
As we work together to ensure our students are healthy, energized, and ready to learn, we would like to remind everyone of the importance of packing nutritious foods for school. A balanced diet plays a key role in helping children concentrate, perform well academically, and maintain their overall well-being.
Here are a few simple guidelines for packing healthy snacks and lunches:
1. Include a Variety of Food Groups
- Fruits and Vegetables: Try to pack at least one serving of fruit and one of vegetables. Fresh, whole fruits like apples, bananas, or grapes are great choices. Baby carrots, cucumber slices, or cherry tomatoes are easy, healthy snack options.
- Protein: Include sources of lean protein like turkey or chicken slices, hummus, or yogurt. Protein helps sustain energy levels throughout the day.
- Whole Grains: Choose whole grain bread, wraps, or crackers. These provide fiber and help keep kids full longer
- Healthy Fats: Nut butters (such as almond or peanut butter) and avocado are excellent sources of healthy fats that support brain function.
2. Limit Sugary Snacks and Drinks
- Avoid packing sugary snacks like candy, cookies, or sugary drinks. Opt for water or milk as drinks, and consider natural snacks like fruit, yogurt, or granola bars.
3. Portion Control
- Keep portion sizes age-appropriate. Smaller, more frequent snacks are better than large amounts of food that might go uneaten. This will also help children avoid feeling overwhelmed or distracted by food during the school day.
4. Involve Your Child
- Encourage your child to help choose and prepare their meals and snacks. This fosters healthy habits and gives them a sense of ownership over their choices.
By providing your child with nutritious, well-balanced meals, you’re setting them up for success both in the classroom and in life. Thank you for your continued support in promoting a healthy school environment!
The “Hour of Code” event takes place each year during Computer Science Education Week. It is held annually, typically in December, in recognition of the birthday (December 9, 1906) of Computing pioneer Admiral Grace Murray Hopper. This year it will take place at GMS on December 16-20th. The program was designed to celebrate coding and raise awareness. It was intended to be a quick way to show that anybody can learn the basics of coding and to broaden participation in the field of computer science. Today it’s become a global movement, participating in 180 countries and 45 languages.
Green Meadow Grade 2 Parents and Caregivers are invited to attend a Computer Science class with their student. A Google form sign-up will be available to families through email.
The following is a schedule for Grade 2 classes:
Monday, Dec 16th Mrs. Jones (9:15-10:00)
Tuesday, Dec 17th Ms. LeBlanc (9:15-10:00)
Wednesday, Dec 18th Sra. Taveras (9:15-10:00)
Thursday, Dec 19th Mrs. Holly (9:15-10:00)
Friday, Dec 20th Ms. Norcross (9:15-10:00)
Click on the link to read the lastest school lunch menu options: https://www.fdmealplanner.com/
Calling All New Families - Check out our PTO website and join our email list to stay on top of news and events. We can't wait for you to get involved!
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The next PTO meeting will be virtual on Tuesday, October 8, at 7:00. Please see the PTO website for the meeting link.
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