Tri-City Day School
Family Newsletter
January 2013
Happy New Year!
I hope everyone had a fun and restful break because we have lots of
exciting things coming up second semester at Tri-City – Kansas Day
Chili Feed, Valentine’s Day Party, Parent/Teacher Conferences, St.
Patrick’s Day Breakfast, Spring Break, Spring Party, Field Trips, Field
Day, End-of-Year Carnival, End-of-Year Awards, Prom, Senior Dinner,
GRADUATIONS. . . .WOW, it is going to be a busy semester!
As many of you may have heard from your child, we had to say good
bye to Jeremiah Walters at break. Jeremiah accepted a youth pastor
position at Pittsfield Assembly of God in Pittsfield, Illinois. While we
were very sad to tell him good bye, we wish him and his wife, Bre, the
best! We are very happy to introduce our Tri-City families to our
newest staff member, Darren LaKous, who began with us in December.
Darren will be working with Mrs. Waters and Mrs. K. Amos will be
taking over Jeremiah’s position in the Affective Room.
The Tri-City family will also be welcoming two new students! After
making some slight adjustments to the existing homeroom classes,
both new students will be joining Josh’s homeroom. We are excited to
get to know the new students!
Thank you all so much for your continued support and your
participation in your child’s education!
Wishing you well,
Gina
Field Trips for the 2012-13 School Year
Parents have mentioned in the past that it would be helpful to know what other field trips we are
planning to have and anticipated costs for these outings. The following is a list of scheduled
outings for 2012-13:
January 18 – Roller City – $3.50 for skating, $5.00 max. extra spending money, lunch at CiCi’s
covered by school
February 22 – Derby Bowl - $3.50 and lunch TBA later
April 17 – Sedgwick County Zoo - $5.00 and a sack lunch
If you find yourself unable to pay for an outing, please contact us and let us know ahead of time
so that payment arrangements can be made. It is very difficult to find out the day of the outing
that someone needs help covering the cost of the trip.
Remember that students must be in good standing both academically and behaviorally to attend
school outings.
Inclement Weather
It is that time of year again, when the weather can change very quickly. A
decision to close school due to inclement weather will be made as soon as
possible and, in some cases, even the night before. If it is necessary to close
school due to weather conditions, or for any other reason, the following
media will be informed:
Radio
TV
KFDI - 101.3
KSNW - TV3
KTHR - 107.3
KAKE - TV10
KZCH - 96.3
KWCH - TV12
KRBB - 97.9 (B98)
KZSN – 102
Roller City/Cici’s Outing
On January 18, 2013, we will have an outing to Roller City and lunch at
CiCi’s Pizza for eligible students. We will leave Tri-City around 8:30
a.m. and return at approximately 1:30 p.m. We will need some help
with cost for this outing. Each student will be asked to bring $3.50
which is the admission fee for skating and the school will cover the
$7.00 cost for lunch at CiCi’s. Thank you in advance for your support
on this outing!
Picture Day - January 22
Individual and group pictures will be taken at Tri-City on Tuesday, January
22. Group pictures MUST be paid for in advance. You will have an
opportunity to preview your child’s individual picture before deciding if you
would like to purchase a packet.
If your child is reintegrating to another school for more than one block, he/she
will not be at school in time to get his/her picture taken. We are very sorry for
any inconvenience this may cause.
Steve’s Gator Aids
Helping your Children at Home
Language Skills
A child’s progress in the development of language skills may have an impact on their
success in school, their ability to interact with and communicate with others, and the
way they feel about themselves. Over the next several months we will be highlighting
suggestions to support language skills in the home, increase their vocabulary, and
improve their ability to communicate. Below are ideas to help you get started:
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Read to your child, listen to your child read, and read together.
Encourage your child to use full sentences. When your child uses short phrases,
or single words, ask questions which will require your child to expand on the
idea.
HEALTHY CHOICES
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Have kids help in the kitchen.
Beans are now listed in the “meat group” because they are packed with protein.
Look for 100% when buying whole wheat.
Eat foods from all five of the food groups. A helpful website for healthy eating is
ChooseMyPlate.gov
Many Types of Intelligence
By Susan Woodcock Kruger, M.Ed
From the book SOAR Study Skills
Over the last 20 years, Dr. Howard Gardner (Garder, Howard. Intelligence
Reframed: Multiple Intelligences for the 21st Century. New York: Basic Books, 1999.),
Professor of Education at Harvard University, has been doing research on intelligence.
He suggests that there are at least eight different types of human intelligence. Over the
next several months, we will be looking at these types of intelligence.
Body Smart (Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence)
People who are gifted in this area generally enjoy sports, dance, or other areas of
physical fitness. They are often referred to as “active” because they love to move!
They learn best through movement and hands-on activities.
People in careers that enhance this intelligence include:
Craftspeople, physical/occupational therapists, surgeons, inventors, professional
athletes, actors, farmers, dancers.
Music Smart (Musical/Rhythmic Intelligence)
You do not have to be a gifted singer, composer, or instrument player to have talent in
this area. You may enjoy music or have a strong sense of rhythm. You may learn best
through songs, patterns, rhythms, and other forms of musical expression, or find
yourself frequently tapping and/or dancing to music.
People in careers that enhance this intelligence include:
Composers, song writers, sound technicians, disc jockeys, instrument makers, music
teachers, band directors.
Fun Facts
Did you Know…
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The highest temperature ever recorded in Antarctica is 14.6 °C (59 °F),
recorded on January 5, 1974.
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The highest snowfall ever recorded in a one year period was 31.1 meters
(1224 inches) in Mount Rainier, Washington State, United States, between
February 19, 1971 and February 18, 1972.
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The most rainfall ever recorded in one year is 25.4 meters (1000 inches) in
Cherrapunji, India.
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Community Resources
Rent and Utilities
American Red Cross - 1900 E. Douglas Wichita, Ks (316) 219-4070. Through an application process,
assistance may be offered for rent and utilities.
Center of Hope (Call Mondays 9-12 and 1-4 only) - (316) 267-0222. Through an application
process, assistance may be offered for rent and utilities.
Food and Clothing
Haysville Re-Store - Haysville Baptist Church 415 E. Grand Haysville, KS (316) 524-4254. Offers
clothing, coats, and shoes. Please call for an appointment.
Haysville Community Outreach - West Haysville Baptist Church 141 N Lamar Haysville, KS (316) 5246302. Provides a box of food every 30 days for families in the Haysville School District. Please provide
proof of address: driver's license or utility bill showing your current address. There are no income
restrictions. Come to the church during office hours, 9AM-Noon, Monday through Friday.
Derby Church of Christ - 225 N. Derby, Derby, KS 67037. Food Pantry. Upon receiving food, a form will
need to be filled out. Please call (316) 788-2672 Monday - Friday from 9-12, for an
appointment. Quantity of food may be limited.
Bread of Life - 1301 E. Galena Wichita, KS 67216. (316) 689-6866. This organization helps meet the
needs of the community through various programs including: Clothing outlet, food distribution centers,
community service programs, hands on training on caring for those in need, and disaster relief. Must
have proof of address, photo I.D., Social Security Card, birth certificate, or medical card for family
members, and proof of income if any. Program hours are 10 am-1:45 pm on Tuesdays.
Derby Community Family Services - 4900 S. Clifton Wichita, KS 67216. Food Pantry. Residents of USD
260, may get food once every 3 months. Please call (316) 519-5867 for an appointment.
Catholic Charities Food Pantry - 2825 S. Hillside Wichita, KS 67216, (316) 262-8898. Must provide a
photo I.D., identification (Social Security Card or School I.D.), for each member of the household, and
proof of address. Program hours are 9 am -12 pm Tuesday - Thursday and 2nd and 4th Saturday of
every month.
Mulvane Care and Share Center - 100 W. Main Mulvane, Ks 67110, (316) 777-1590. Assistance with
food, clothing, rent, utility assistance or medical bills. Application and proof of need required.
Salvation Army Wellington Food Bank - 305 S. Washington Wellington, KS 67152, (620) 326-5301 ext.
368. Program hours are 8:30 -11 am Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays. Must have proof of need for
assistance.
Mental Health Services
Family & Children Community Services, COMCARE - 7701 E. Kellogg Wichita KS (316) 6609600. Counseling and mental health services.
Crisis Intervention Services - 934 N. Water Wichita KS (316) 660-7500. 24 hour services, crisis
intervention, suicide prevention.
Family Consultation Service - 560 N. Exposition Wichita KS (316) 264-8317. Counseling and mental
health services.
Mental Health Association - 555 N Woodlawn St # 3105 Wichita, KS (316) 685-1821. Counseling and
mental health services.
Sumner Mental Health - 1601 E. 16th S Wellington, KS (620) 326-6662. Counseling and mental health
services.
Pamela Frieden, LSCSW - 141 N. Main Haysville, KS (316) 200-8977. Counseling services.
January Calendar
January 8 – 1:30 p.m. Student Council Meeting
January 9 – 2:40 p.m. PBIS Meeting
January 16 – Medication Checks
January 18 – Roller City and CiCi’s Field Trip for eligible students
January 21 – No School
January 22 – 25 PBIS Drawing Week
January 22 – 8:00 a.m. Group and Individual Casual Pictures
January 22 – 1:30 p.m. Student Council Meeting
January 29 – Kansas Day Chili Feed
February Calendar
February 1 – 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Tri-City Dance at The Learning Center
February 4 – 8 School Counselor Week
February 11 – 3:00 – 6:30 p.m. Parent/Teacher Conferences
February 12 1:30 p.m. Student Council Meeting
February 13 – 1:30 p.m. Valentine’s Day Party
February 13 – 3:00 – 6:30 p.m. Parent/Teacher Conferences
February 14 – No School
February 14 - 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Parent/Teacher Conferences
February 15 – No School – Conference Release Day
February 18 – 22 – PBIS Drawing Week
February 18 – No School – Presidents’ Day
February 20 – Medication Checks
February 22 – Derby Bowl Field Trip for eligible students
February 26 1:30 p.m. Student Council Meeting
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