Dear JES families and friends,
Welcome back to both returning and new families! I hope that
you had a relaxing, fun-filled summer and a great first week of school.
Teachers, staff and students are Game On here at JES!
KINDNESS RALLY
On September 8th, we will be having a Kindness Rally to kick off our year. As always, we will be emphasizing Kindness and
treating others like we want to be treated. Look for more information coming
soon about how your child can earn Dragon Diamonds!
Our character trait for August is RESPECT defined as showing
others they are important by what you say or do. The character trait for
September is Friendship. We will be combining the two to talk about
expectations here at school. Our JES PTO is generously sponsoring our Core
Essentials program again this year. If you are interested in more information
about our character education program go to www.coreessentials.org
. Through our Core Essentials program,
we will be emphasizing the Big 3:
Treat Others Right
Make Smart Decisions
Maximize Your Potential
When you discuss these important values at home, it
reinforces their importance. Invite your child to share what they have learned
at school about RESPECT. When we work together at school and at home, “great”
things are possible.
It is not unusual for students to be tired and “out of
sorts” the first few weeks of school. The change in their sleep and meal
routines alone may cause stress and then when you add on the expectations of
school - it is understandable that most children will react. If problems
persist or are more extreme than you feel is typical for your child, talk with
your child’s teacher and/or contact me. If we can do anything to help you or
your child, please let me know. You can email or call to schedule an
appointment.
Kindest regards,
Ziba
Johnston
Counselor
817 949 4500
elizabeth.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu
