September Newsletter

What a great start to the school year its been so far! Our Tigers have been busy learning classroom routines, making new friends, trying new things, and getting into the rhythm of being back at school. Everywhere we look, we see students learning, growing, and showing their Tiger spirit.

September is Attendance Awareness Month, and we are putting a special focus on school attendance because every single day matters! When students are at school each day, they have more opportunities to learn, grow, build relationships, and experience success.

We also want to take a moment to highlight our drop-off and pick-up procedures. Our arrival and dismissal times can be busy, but when we all work together and follow our school protocols, we can help things run more smoothly and, most importantly, keep our students and families safe.

Please remember to follow the directions of our staff members during drop-off and pick-up, pull all the way forward when directed, and use the designated areas and procedures correctly. A little patience and teamwork from everyone makes a BIG difference!

September is filled with exciting learning, activities, and opportunities to grow, so be sure to keep an eye on our school calendar and communications so you don’t miss what’s happening! And you can continue to help us at home by reciting the Tiger Creed - something we try and live by here at school each and every day:

“I am a Tiger. I am TENACIOUS in pursuit of my goals. I act with INTEGRITY and show GRATITUDE in my daily life. I have high EXPECTATIONS for myself and others, and I show RESPECT through my actions and words. I am a Tiger.”

Mrs. Johnson and I are so proud of our Tigers and the way they are continuing to learn, grow, and show kindness. Thank you for partnering with us and for helping make Timber Ridge such a special place to be. We are looking forward to an amazing September!

With Tiger Pride from Your Awesome Admin,

Mrs. Adams & Mrs. Johnson

✅View your Parents Right to Know letter here

Starting this month, we will be awarding students with GREAT attendance! Be sure to be here every day and on time for a chance to win some cool prizes!

Mrs. Johnson will be calling names over the loud speaker during announcements - you wont want to miss!

❗ ❗ REMEMBER THE TARDY BELL RINGS AT 8:40AM❗❗

Fliers with more information will be coming home soon so check your child's backpack!

Meanwhile mark your calendars for:

Fall Pictures - September 29th

Makeup Fall Pictures - October 21st

Sprig Pictures - March 30th

While I am engaging in Social Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons with your student’s at school, you are also a key parent of their SEL development at home.

Join their journey by engaging in various activities that promote emotional awareness, self-regulation, and social skills. Here are some SEL activities that you can easily incorporate into daily routines:

1. Creating Visual Mood Charts: Draw or print out faces displaying different moods and emotions, and have children glue or tape them on a piece of construction paper. This can be a family activity to help children express and label their emotions when feeling overwhelmed.
2. Daily Journaling: Encourage children to keep a journal of their thoughts, feelings, and events in their lives. This can be done through drawing pictures or writing, and it helps children practice mindfulness and self-reflection.
3. Mindful Breathing Exercises: Teach children to practice mindful breathing when feeling overwhelmed or stressed. Encourage them to take slow, deep breaths, counting to three as they inhale and exhale.
4. Family Conversations: Engage in family conversations about feelings and experiences. This can help children develop perspectives, family culture, respect for each other, and problem-solving skills.
5. SEL Games: Play SEL games with children to help them learn to manage their emotions and work on social skills. These games can be adapted for family use and are designed to promote responsible, ethical, and healthy choices.

And remember, we have many of these SEL games and resources available to take home in our Parent Resource Room located in TR’s front office! Ask our front office ladies and they can give you the 411 on how it works!

🍞Timber Ridge Food Pantry

Our on-campus food pantry is available to help support Timber Ridge families by providing nonperishable food items to supplement a meal or two. The pantry is restocked weekly to help meet the needs of our school community and is located on the south side of the parking lot, near the beginning of the car rider line.

If your family needs additional food assistance, you'll also find a list of local community resources available in the food pantry that can provide ongoing support.

Want to Help?

We are always grateful for donations! If you would like to contribute, please donate nonperishable food items that are:

• Within the expiration date
• Unopened and undamaged
• Shelf-stable

Donations can be dropped off at the front office during school hours.

Be on the lookout for a lanyard from your child going home September 1st!

Visit the website or scan the QR code on the lanyard to sign up. When you purchase items at relevant stores using your code, a portion of the proceeds comes back to Timber Ridge! No selling, collecting money, or delivering products!

1. Sign up through our Timber Ridge SchoolStore link.
2. Invite family and friends to participate.
3. Shop online through participating retailers.
4. A portion of purchases comes back to our school.
5. Students can earn fun prizes for participating.

Consider joining our amazing Timber Ridge PTA! Check out our Facebook page for more information and use this link to purchase a membership and SWAG!