Vol 2 No 4
December 2015
Upcoming Events
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January 1 – No School
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January 15— Parent Coffee
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January 18—No School
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January 25—No School
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January 27—Parent Engagement Committee Meeting
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January 29—Parent Coffee
A Note From Our Librarian Ms. Brenda Anderson
Parents are invited to use the Sargent Shriver ES Media Center on Tuesday afternoons
from 3:25 to 4:30 PM. Please see Ms. Anderson to set up a parent account.
Happy Holidays Sargent Shriver Families!
Greetings to everyone! It’s hard to believe that we are in the month of December. Fall has been very busy for our staff, students, and volunteers. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I would like to say how thankful we are to have our parents and the
community’s support.
As we approach the holidays, it seems appropriate to consider the art of giving. By helping others, children learn responsi-
bility, build character and citizenship, and discover the joy of doing or giving something special. The holidays are an excellent time to think of others who may be less fortunate.
Finding ways for your children to focus on the needs of others is a way to help them learn how to make the world a better
place. Below are some ideas you might like to try with your family:
Start Young … Encourage young children to look for ways to help others. There is almost always someone “smaller”
who needs help.
Show that You Care … Whether you can give an hour a day or an hour a month, let your children see you volunteering
your time to help those in need.
Read Newspapers … Many children respond emotionally and enthusiastically to crises, such as hurricanes and other
disasters. Talk to your children about ways they might be able to help.
Make it a Family Affair… Everyone wins when the whole household gets involved in an effort to help others. Some
families make volunteering part of their children’s weekly allowance requirements or family holiday celebrations.
Pass Them on to Others … As your children outgrow toys, games, and clothes make a big deal of how you are going to
pass them on to younger relatives or donation centers because it is wonderful to give to others.
The staff at Sargent Shriver Elementary School is committed to ensuring that all students do well. We are appreciative to
have families who continue to support our efforts to increasing student achievement. Best Holiday Wishes for Fun Family
Giving!
Respectfully,
Zoraida Brown
Principal