The Falcon News Nest

November brings FES new Tier 2 ILS groups to strengthen our phonics skills and the start of this year's One School One Book Reading Initiative. Come join us on Thursday, November 13th from 5:45 until 7:00pm for the reveal of this year's book selection AND to be entertained by an awesome laser light show!!!! If you missed the RSVP for this event, you can still attend.

Also, this month, FES will participate in the Delmarva Shorebirds "Hit the Books" Reading program. Keep an eye out for this information regarding the design of a bookmark.

Keep Reading, Falcons!!!!!

Math at Home!

Fun Ways to Build Math Skills Every Day

Why Math at Home Matters

Math is everywhere — in cooking, shopping, sports, and even bedtime stories! When children see math in everyday life, they build confidence and learn that numbers aren’t just for school — they’re for the real world, too.

Everyday Math Moments

Try these quick, easy ways to weave math into your daily routine:

In the Kitchen

• Let your child measure ingredients or double a recipe (great for fractions and multiplication).

• Ask questions like, “If we bake 12 cookies and eat 3, how many are left?”

At the Store

• Have your child estimate the total cost of items before you reach the register.

• Compare prices and talk about which is the better deal.

In the Car

• Play “Math I Spy” — look for numbers on license plates or signs.

• Estimate how long it will take to get somewhere based on distance and speed.

Game Time

• Board games like Yahtzee, Uno, Monopoly Junior, or Sum Swamp build number sense.

• Try online games like Prodigy, Cool Math Games, or Khan Academy Kids for extra fun practice.

Dear Parents,

As the holidays approach, it’s easy for routines to change—but keeping good habits helps children stay

healthy and ready to learn. Here are five simple ways to support your child’s wellness this season:

1. Keep a bedtime routine. Children need plenty of

sleep to grow and focus at school.

2. Wash hands often. Sing the “Happy Birthday”

song twice while washing hands for a proper

wash, especially before meals and after play, to

keep germs away.

3. Get moving. Dancing, jumping, or outdoor play

helps children burn energy and stay strong.

4. Eat colorful foods. Add fruits and veggies to

every meal, even during holiday treats.

5. Keep calm. Discuss feelings and maintain steady

home routines to help your child feel safe.

Our Choptank Health providers play a crucial role in preparing our students for learning by offering

medical, dental, nutrition, and behavioral health services, all on a schedule that also benefits our

parents.They work with your primary health care provider to keep your students as healthy as they can be. You can enroll your child in School-Based Health at any time throughout the year. For more information, including enrollment forms, locations, and contact details, visit www.choptankhealth.org/schoolbased.

The Federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) contains several provisions that promote a parent/school partnership through communication. One such provision gives parents the right to ask for and receive information about the professional qualifications of their child’s classroom teachers. A parent may request the following information in writing from the school principal:

• Any college or university degree, major, or certification held by the teacher

• Whether the teacher is certified by the State of Maryland to teach a particular grade level or subject area

• Whether the teacher holds a conditional teaching certificate

• The qualifications of the paraprofessionals serving the student

Caroline County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in its educational programs, and in employment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability.